A day of wine and waterfalls in Maule
Updated on 26 de November, 2025
Trekking in Siete Tazas and a toast in the Curicó Valley
1 DAY
Discover the incredible diversity of the Maule Valley, a region where the majesty of the Andean foothills meets the tradition of world-famous wine valleys. This itinerary will take you from the pure water of impressive waterfalls to the taste of award-winning wines, all in a day of exploration, adventure and culture.
DISTANCIA
60 km
CANTIDAD DE DÍAS
1 day
PAISAJE
TEMPORADA RECOMENDADA
ATRACTIVOS
ACTIVIDADES
Inicio del itinerario
Atractivos incluidos en este día
Day 1
Siete Tazas and the Curicó Valley
The adventure begins with an approximately 2-hour trip from Talca: first north on Route 5 and then east towards the foothills, to reach Radal Siete Tazas National Park. The name comes from a series of basalt rock pools carved by the Claro River.
Several short trails await you there: the trail to Salto La Leona lasts approximately 1 hour, and the walks to admire Velo de la Novia and Siete Tazas take about 30 minutes each. After the walk, find a picnic area for a well-deserved rest, where you can recharge your batteries surrounded by the sound of water and the native forest.
In the afternoon, you will have to travel just over an hour to the heart of the Curicó Valley. There you can visit one of its renowned vineyards, taking tours and tastings of characteristic strains of the area, such as Sauvignon Blanc. Thus, you will have a perfect toast to end the day.
Atractivos incluidos en este día
Day 1
Siete Tazas and the Curicó Valley
The adventure begins with an approximately 2-hour trip from Talca: first north on Route 5 and then east towards the foothills, to reach Radal Siete Tazas National Park. The name comes from a series of basalt rock pools carved by the Claro River.
Several short trails await you there: the trail to Salto La Leona lasts approximately 1 hour, and the walks to admire Velo de la Novia and Siete Tazas take about 30 minutes each. After the walk, find a picnic area for a well-deserved rest, where you can recharge your batteries surrounded by the sound of water and the native forest.
In the afternoon, you will have to travel just over an hour to the heart of the Curicó Valley. There you can visit one of its renowned vineyards, taking tours and tastings of characteristic strains of the area, such as Sauvignon Blanc. Thus, you will have a perfect toast to end the day.
What you should know
How to get there by air
Santiago Airport is the main access point. From there, the journey continues by land to the south, as there are no commercial airports near the itinerary area.
How to get there by land
From Route 5 South, the city of Molina is the ideal starting point. From there to the park there are 55 kilometers, which you can travel in about an hour and a half. A vehicle is essential and will allow you to move easily from the park to the nearby vineyards in the area.
Climate and clothing
There is a big temperature difference between the park (cooler) and the valley (hot). Dress in layers, wear sturdy trekking shoes and bring a windbreaker. Don’t forget your swimsuit for the pools.
Must-Know Tips
It is important that you book your tour in the vineyard you choose in advance, as well as your entrance to the park. If you are going to drink, you must have a designated driver, since in Chile you cannot drive after drinking alcohol.
