Ruth Posted September 24, 2017 #1 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Hello Fellow Cruise Critic's - We are booked on a 14 day cruise from Buenos Aires to Chile. We were to disembark in Valparaiso, Chile. However, Princess Cruise line has now changed to port to San Antonio, Chile. That is fine with us. However, I booked transfers from the port to the Santiago Airport. Has anyone ever deal with "i South America" They had good reviews. However, I have written them 3 times about the change and still haven't heard back from them. They mostly deal with Cruise Port to Airport Transfers & I did notice they book tours as well. Anyone ever dealt with them or any other transfer company from the San Antonio Port in Chile? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susiesan Posted September 24, 2017 #2 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Look on TA. There are a number of suggestions. I am looking for someone to do the reverse-Santiago to Valparaiso to San Antonio on Feb. 14 to board the Emerald Princess. I know that Princess transfer options only will be expensive, more than a private transfer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABC Toronto Posted September 26, 2017 #3 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Are you referring to South Excursions? We are booked with them for a San Antonio pickup, tour and drop at our hotel in Santiago. I've found them to be very quick to respond, even when we got the call about the port change. Perhaps you should recheck the address you are sending your email to. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuktuk Posted September 30, 2017 #4 Share Posted September 30, 2017 WE booked with Tours by locals and they were quick to respond to the change in ports with no extra fees needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcnvcanada Posted September 30, 2017 #5 Share Posted September 30, 2017 If you are flying to Canada or US most flights leave late in the evening. Suggest you book a tour to go on. The airport has no seating and places to wait. You can't check in until 3 hours before you flight. Remember, the airport may be jammed with holiday travelers as it is Christian holidays as well as the start of summer vacation holiday. Get to the airport 4 hour in advance for the long lines in check, and you should be within the three hour period. Suggestions for tours is a winery and lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turicum Posted October 6, 2017 #6 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Look on TA. There are a number of suggestions. I am looking for someone to do the reverse-Santiago to Valparaiso to San Antonio on Feb. 14 to board the Emerald Princess. I know that Princess transfer options only will be expensive, more than a private transfer. Hi Susiesan, We, 7 seniors from Canada, are also searching the trip Santiago - Valparaiso (stay 1 night) - San Antonio, and board Emerald Princess on 14 Feb. It appears that there is bus service between Val - San Antonio. However, we like to charter a bus to bring us directly to cruise terminal. Is it also your idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susiesan Posted October 7, 2017 #7 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Hi Susiesan, We, 7 seniors from Canada, are also searching the trip Santiago - Valparaiso (stay 1 night) - San Antonio, and board Emerald Princess on 14 Feb. It appears that there is bus service between Val - San Antonio. However, we like to charter a bus to bring us directly to cruise terminal. Is it also your idea? I was gong to stay 2 nights in Santiago and one night in Valparaiso but I cancelled Valpo and will stay all 3 nights in santiago. My plan is to check out in Santiago Feb. 14, driver to Valparaiso for a 4-5 hour tour, then drive to San Antonio and arrive at the ship around 4:30. The ship sails now at 6:00, an hour later. I need to find 2 more people who want to join us and then the cost for the day is $120 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlan Posted October 19, 2017 #8 Share Posted October 19, 2017 we are arriving at san antonio chile on December 23, 2017 any suggestion on public transportation to Vina Del Mar or Valpariso Tur Bus only seems to go to Santiago are there any shuttles provided by cruise line NCL or Hotels any help appreciated Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon Kingma Posted October 26, 2017 #9 Share Posted October 26, 2017 Have you got a good recommendation for a hotel in Santiago? How long a drive from Santiago to Valprissio and then to SanAntonio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlan Posted October 27, 2017 #10 Share Posted October 27, 2017 santiago to valparaiso by bus 2 hours valpaariso to san antonio 1 hour driving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuktuk Posted October 27, 2017 #11 Share Posted October 27, 2017 It is easier to go directly to San Antonio and not go to Valparaiso. Check a map and you will see there are different roads leading to each town, Valparaiso east of Santiago and San Antonio is south of Santiago. Once we stayed at Diego de Valazquez hotel in Santiago and found it lovely. It was in a great area for shopping and being close to park by river. Not sure how far to the airport... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moviefan2010 Posted November 3, 2017 #12 Share Posted November 3, 2017 Does only one bus company go from Valparaiso San Antonio or is it like Santiago where many bus lines take the trip? I ask since Valparaiso is such a great city that I will spend a few nights there instead of a crap city like SA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuktuk Posted November 4, 2017 #13 Share Posted November 4, 2017 I would be preplanning my airport to cruise ship transfer as taxi drivers in Santiago can really take you or a ride.:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CooksCruiser14 Posted November 7, 2017 #14 Share Posted November 7, 2017 On Celebrity Infinity Jan 7,2018. We just got notified today of the change in port, 60 days ahead of departure, now San Antonio. We already have transfers from airport to Valpo with wine excursion and hotel booked. I doubt we will be able to find a hotel in Santiago at this late date. I am interested in hearing anyone's experience who have done this or anyone on future cruises who have had to change their plans at these ports. Any advice? Will post on my roll call also. Thanks, Caroline Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuktuk Posted November 9, 2017 #15 Share Posted November 9, 2017 On Celebrity Infinity Jan 7,2018. We just got notified today of the change in port, 60 days ahead of departure, now San Antonio. We already have transfers from airport to Valpo with wine excursion and hotel booked. I doubt we will be able to find a hotel in Santiago at this late date. I am interested in hearing anyone's experience who have done this or anyone on future cruises who have had to change their plans at these ports. Any advice? Will post on my roll call also.Thanks, Caroline We liked Diego Valequez hotel in Santiago. Santiago is a large city with many hotels. San Antonio is much smaller. Valparaiso is out of the way for getting to San Antonio. It would be better to book transport from Santiago to San Antonio with a wine tour stop along the way. Good Luck with your arrangements. It's all part of the adventure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CooksCruiser14 Posted November 10, 2017 #16 Share Posted November 10, 2017 Thank you for your responses. I am arranging a private van for up to 12 people from Valparaiso to San Antonio. If anyone is interested they can find the information on our Roll Call page. Sail Date on Celebrity Infinity is January 7, 2018. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elisa22 Posted November 19, 2017 #17 Share Posted November 19, 2017 we are arriving at san antonio chile on December 23, 2017 any suggestion on public transportation to Vina Del Mar or Valpariso Tur Bus only seems to go to Santiago are there any shuttles provided by cruise line NCL or Hotels any help appreciated Thanks We are on NCL that date arriving in San Antonio and looking for transportation to Valpariso, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBBcruiser Posted November 20, 2017 #18 Share Posted November 20, 2017 I am arriving on the Norwegian Sun to port of San Antonio, Chile on December 23rd, 2017. I found http://www.turistik.com to be helpful for transportation to and around Santiago, Chile.n They offer tickets for the Hop On Hop Off bus in Santiago, also besides the transportation from the port to the airport/hotels. I am willing to share a van/car with others on this cruise. Contact me via Jeneanb@msn.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted December 5, 2017 Author #19 Share Posted December 5, 2017 isouthamerica.com/airport-transfers-santiago-chile-scl/ We will be using this company transfer from ship to Airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJW Posted December 10, 2017 #20 Share Posted December 10, 2017 https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2572672 Posted a review of our Dec 8 Santiago to San Antonio transfer on the Celebrity main board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBare Posted December 12, 2017 #21 Share Posted December 12, 2017 https://boards.cruisecritic.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2559833 Posted comments on Dec 8th transfer from San Antonio to Santiago on above thread. Can recommend Pullman, many Chilean passengers on cruise said was good company and only $6US per person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted December 13, 2017 Author #22 Share Posted December 13, 2017 https://boards.cruisecritic.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2559833 Posted comments on Dec 8th transfer from San Antonio to Santiago on above thread. Can recommend Pullman, many Chilean passengers on cruise said was good company and only $6US per person. Wow! This is great information. Thank you for sharing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morguenna Posted January 8, 2018 #23 Share Posted January 8, 2018 isouthamerica.com/airport-transfers-santiago-chile-scl/ We will be using this company transfer from ship to Airport. Hi Ruth, Did you end up using i south america? I've been corresponding with them for a transfer from santiago to san antonio in march and yes, they are slow to respond but I cannot find any review of them or their services. Please let me know what your experience was with this agency? Sincerely, Morguenna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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