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My name is Diego Escobar Castro. I’m a former school teacher, a father to a curious 5-year-old boy, and a proud ambassador of my city. I am also the founder of *Better with a Teacher*, a project created for travelers who want to truly understand the history, culture, and unique character of Santiago and Chile.
I have cycled more than 6,000 kilometers throughout Chile—across the Atacama Desert, the Carretera Austral, the Elqui Valley, and the Cajón del Maipo—as well as parts of Argentina. I’ve also completed numerous hikes around the country, so I’m always happy to share recommendations with anyone seeking outdoor adventures.
Due to the growing popularity of this tour, I’m no longer able to guide both Spanish- and English-speaking groups simultaneously. For that reason, especially during high season, I am primarily dedicated to the English tours.
Please note that *Better with a Teacher* also includes other qualified history teachers—**Fabián, Felipe, and Melissa**—who are passionate experts and wonderful ambassadors of Chile as well. If you choose a tour in Spanish, one of them may be your guide.
All the best
Diego Escobar Castro.
Really excellent tour. Very thorough and extremely passionate and knowledgeable about the history.
Diego was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He went above and beyond to provide us with lots of information and tips. His English was great and he was fun and engaging. Highly recommend this tour as a great way to learn about Santiago and get your bearings!
Excelente ruta e información. Melissa es súper entretenida!!
Diego es una persona con muchísimo conocimiento, buen humor, ameno, interaccion con todo el grupo y ofrece buenas recomendaciones
