Santiago Tours Guided by Locals — Get Lost... On Purpose

Small-group tours in Santiago, led by locals who actually live the city — for travelers who'd rather wander than tick boxes.

Why Unplanned Detours?

Real local guides, tiny groups, and experiences crafted to surprise you.

5-Star Rated

Top-rated by travelers from around the world

Small Groups

Up to 10 people for an intimate, personal experience

Local Expert Guides

Born and raised here, they know every corner of the city

Made With Care

Thoughtfully crafted experiences with local soul in every detail

Our Most Popular Tours

What Our Guests Say

"Rodrigo is an excellent guide, good communicator and very knowledgeable. Fluent in English and keeps the group engaged. I would recommend this tour for anyone visiting Santiago."

Peter

GetYourGuide

"Nacha was our guide and she was awesome! It was super easy to find the pickup spot and the whole experience is very smooth! It's small group (my group has less than 10 people). Highly recommend for solos! Nacha is super patient and gave us a lot of helpful information along the way, including local food / fruits, neighborhoods, and history."

kathyshen98

TripAdvisor

"Esteban's tour vastly exceeded our expectations. Having lived in Santiago all his life, he seems to have absorbed every aspect and nuance of the city and its culture. His knowledge is extraordinary, and he can make any subject interesting."

Sam

GetYourGuide

"Best gastronomic tour ever. I loved it, the food was so amazing and it came with so much history told by our amazing guide."

Robert Smith

TripAdvisor

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience! Maria Paz was our guide and, right from the start of the tour, she created a comfortable and engaging atmosphere for our group. Her tour comments were much appreciated as she offered thoughtful insights into Santiago landmarks and Chilean culture and history."

Rene_R

Viator

"This was the best thing to do when arriving in the city. Maria was a superb guide, would highly recommend to anyone visiting."

Nicola G

TripAdvisor

"Our tour guide Maria was very impressive. She is very knowledgeable, funny and passionate about sharing information with you. We were lucky to have a beautiful clear day and the views were incredible."

Linda_B

Viator

"Super simple and enjoyable experience. The walk was easy, the views were great, and the tour was the perfect length. Highly recommend!"

Brian_G

Viator

"We had a wonderful afternoon on this tour. Rodrigo was a knowledgeable guide who was a lot of fun as well. We would recommend this to anyone! Gracias Rodrigo."

Jonathan M

TripAdvisor

"Nacha was the best! Great tour of Santiago on our first day to give us a good orientation of the city. Lots of great tips for food, things to do, where to go etc. would highly recommend"

JessGilpin

TripAdvisor

"Maria was an absolute delight to spend the afternoon with walking around Santiago. She was incredibly generous with her energy and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend the experience."

Melissa_W

Viator

"Our guide was Nacha and she was fantastic. She spoke passionately about Chilean culture, food and customs and told us some great stories which really added to the tour. Would 100% recommend you book this!"

Michaela

GetYourGuide

"Rodrigo is an excellent guide, good communicator and very knowledgeable. Fluent in English and keeps the group engaged. I would recommend this tour for anyone visiting Santiago."

Peter

GetYourGuide

"Nacha was our guide and she was awesome! It was super easy to find the pickup spot and the whole experience is very smooth! It's small group (my group has less than 10 people). Highly recommend for solos! Nacha is super patient and gave us a lot of helpful information along the way, including local food / fruits, neighborhoods, and history."

kathyshen98

TripAdvisor

"Esteban's tour vastly exceeded our expectations. Having lived in Santiago all his life, he seems to have absorbed every aspect and nuance of the city and its culture. His knowledge is extraordinary, and he can make any subject interesting."

Sam

GetYourGuide

"Best gastronomic tour ever. I loved it, the food was so amazing and it came with so much history told by our amazing guide."

Robert Smith

TripAdvisor

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience! Maria Paz was our guide and, right from the start of the tour, she created a comfortable and engaging atmosphere for our group. Her tour comments were much appreciated as she offered thoughtful insights into Santiago landmarks and Chilean culture and history."

Rene_R

Viator

"This was the best thing to do when arriving in the city. Maria was a superb guide, would highly recommend to anyone visiting."

Nicola G

TripAdvisor

"Our tour guide Maria was very impressive. She is very knowledgeable, funny and passionate about sharing information with you. We were lucky to have a beautiful clear day and the views were incredible."

Linda_B

Viator

"Super simple and enjoyable experience. The walk was easy, the views were great, and the tour was the perfect length. Highly recommend!"

Brian_G

Viator

"We had a wonderful afternoon on this tour. Rodrigo was a knowledgeable guide who was a lot of fun as well. We would recommend this to anyone! Gracias Rodrigo."

Jonathan M

TripAdvisor

"Nacha was the best! Great tour of Santiago on our first day to give us a good orientation of the city. Lots of great tips for food, things to do, where to go etc. would highly recommend"

JessGilpin

TripAdvisor

"Maria was an absolute delight to spend the afternoon with walking around Santiago. She was incredibly generous with her energy and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend the experience."

Melissa_W

Viator

"Our guide was Nacha and she was fantastic. She spoke passionately about Chilean culture, food and customs and told us some great stories which really added to the tour. Would 100% recommend you book this!"

Michaela

GetYourGuide

"Rodrigo is an excellent guide, good communicator and very knowledgeable. Fluent in English and keeps the group engaged. I would recommend this tour for anyone visiting Santiago."

Peter

GetYourGuide

"Nacha was our guide and she was awesome! It was super easy to find the pickup spot and the whole experience is very smooth! It's small group (my group has less than 10 people). Highly recommend for solos! Nacha is super patient and gave us a lot of helpful information along the way, including local food / fruits, neighborhoods, and history."

kathyshen98

TripAdvisor

"Esteban's tour vastly exceeded our expectations. Having lived in Santiago all his life, he seems to have absorbed every aspect and nuance of the city and its culture. His knowledge is extraordinary, and he can make any subject interesting."

Sam

GetYourGuide

"Best gastronomic tour ever. I loved it, the food was so amazing and it came with so much history told by our amazing guide."

Robert Smith

TripAdvisor

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience! Maria Paz was our guide and, right from the start of the tour, she created a comfortable and engaging atmosphere for our group. Her tour comments were much appreciated as she offered thoughtful insights into Santiago landmarks and Chilean culture and history."

Rene_R

Viator

"This was the best thing to do when arriving in the city. Maria was a superb guide, would highly recommend to anyone visiting."

Nicola G

TripAdvisor

"Our tour guide Maria was very impressive. She is very knowledgeable, funny and passionate about sharing information with you. We were lucky to have a beautiful clear day and the views were incredible."

Linda_B

Viator

"Super simple and enjoyable experience. The walk was easy, the views were great, and the tour was the perfect length. Highly recommend!"

Brian_G

Viator

"We had a wonderful afternoon on this tour. Rodrigo was a knowledgeable guide who was a lot of fun as well. We would recommend this to anyone! Gracias Rodrigo."

Jonathan M

TripAdvisor

"Nacha was the best! Great tour of Santiago on our first day to give us a good orientation of the city. Lots of great tips for food, things to do, where to go etc. would highly recommend"

JessGilpin

TripAdvisor

"Maria was an absolute delight to spend the afternoon with walking around Santiago. She was incredibly generous with her energy and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend the experience."

Melissa_W

Viator

"Our guide was Nacha and she was fantastic. She spoke passionately about Chilean culture, food and customs and told us some great stories which really added to the tour. Would 100% recommend you book this!"

Michaela

GetYourGuide

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Despegar
Hotelbeds
Sernatur
Cousiño-Macul
Fedetur
Santa Rita
Sky Costanera
Haras de Pirque
GetYourGuide
Tripadvisor
Viator
Civitatis
Airbnb
Despegar
Hotelbeds
Sernatur
Cousiño-Macul
Fedetur
Santa Rita
Sky Costanera
Haras de Pirque

About Unplanned Detours

We're not your typical tour company. We show Santiago like a local friend would — with honesty, humor, and deep local knowledge.