{"id":3446,"date":"2018-06-01T12:14:23","date_gmt":"2018-06-01T15:14:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/maipovalleywinetours.com\/uncategorized\/the-little-wine-bus\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T22:19:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-20T01:19:14","slug":"wine-bus-from-santiago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maipovalleywinetours.com\/en\/wine-bus-from-santiago\/","title":{"rendered":"The Little Wine Bus"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Little Wine Bus by Maipo Valley Wine Tours, the founding benchmark for boutique wine and gastronomy routes in the Maipo Valley<\/strong>, is a full-day private <\/strong>tour with over 12 years of guaranteed total satisfaction backed by travelers. It is designed for couples<\/strong>, families<\/strong>, and groups of friends<\/strong> seeking an intimate, welcoming wine getaway lived entirely at their own pace. As one of our premier boutique wine tours from Santiago t<\/strong>o the Maipo Valley, this 10-hour itinerary features Gran Reserva and Icon wine<\/strong> tastings across 4 iconic estates, including De Martino and Santa Ema. On this curated, all-inclusive journey<\/strong>, guests enjoy private transportation, an artisan breakfast in a local art gallery, a private paired country lunch at a riverside villa, and top-tier wine tastings with certified WSET sommeliers<\/strong> guiding your journey.<\/p>

Boutique Wine Tours from Santiago<\/h2>

A Traveling Masterclass to Connect with the Soul of the Terroir<\/h3>

The Little Wine Bus stays true to its original concept: a scenic route through the vineyards with stops to taste great wines <\/strong>and savor refined local terroir cuisine in the Maipo Valley.<\/strong><\/p>

By car<\/strong>, van<\/strong>, or minibus\u2014we provide the most comfortable vehicle tailored to your group size so you can fully enjoy this dynamic, varied, and entertaining journey along handpicked routes of great scenic beauty<\/strong>.<\/p>

Only exceptional Gran Reserva and Icon wine tastings, the finest local gastronomy, and the true essence of each vineyard. We skip the generic winemaking process tour<\/strong>.<\/p>

Step Aboard your Little Wine Bus and Experience Unique Moments throughout the Journey:<\/h3>
  • Engage from the very first minute with the daily life of local people and experience the authentic culture and traditions of the terroir<\/strong>.<\/li>
  • Connect with local art and artists over breakfast in an art gallery<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>
  • Taste wines directly from the barrel<\/strong>, poured by the producers and winemakers themselves.<\/span><\/li>
  • Distinguish grape varieties while strolling through the vineyard<\/strong> alongside the people who cultivate and tend them.<\/span><\/li>
  • Savor authentic signature country lunches<\/b> made with local ingredients, paired with excellent regional wines, and served privately for your group by the owners of historic country estates.<\/li>
  • Enjoy leisurely table conversations <\/strong>with host families.<\/span><\/li>
  • Share the secrets of winemaking<\/strong> directly with winemakers from small family estates.<\/span><\/li>
  • Discover original, exclusive, hard-to-find wines and explore little-known boutique wineries<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

    Escape the mass commercial circuits<\/strong> and immerse yourself in the everyday world of the Maipo Valley<\/strong> locals, who open the doors of their homes so you can genuinely connect with the soul of the terroir.<\/strong><\/p>

    Signature Tastings: Personalized Care, Knowledge, and Terroir<\/h3>

    We offer an educational wine immersion focused on delivering personalized service of excellence<\/strong>, emphasizing the discovery, appreciation, and enjoyment of great wines<\/strong> in a privileged setting at the foot of the Andes Mountains and surrounded by vineyards<\/strong>.<\/p>

    The Little Wine Bus from Santiago Includes:<\/h3>
    • Exceptional fine wines, Gran Reserva, and Icons<\/li>
    • Expert sommelier WSET wine guide<\/span><\/li>
    • Tastings at 4 distinct wineries: family-owned boutique estates<\/strong>, long-standing traditional vineyards<\/strong>, and historic properties<\/strong>. In Isla de Maipo, this includes the avant-garde De Martino winery, the traditional Santa Ema winery, and hidden estates you may have never heard of before, but will never forget once visited. <\/span><\/li>
    • Traditional gourmet lunch<\/strong> paired with wine<\/span><\/li>
    • Private door-to-door transportation<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

      Duration:<\/strong><\/h3>

      10 hours<\/p>

      Schedule and Pickup:<\/strong><\/p>

      Departure: Private pickup between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM, depending on your location in Santiago.<\/p>

      Return: Drop-off at your location between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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