Mendoza Trip Overview
Now that Argentina is open to all international visitors and that quarantine is no longer mandatory for fully vaccinated travelers, are you gonna miss out on this incredible tour?
Explore Argentina’s main wine region in our 4-day inclusive tour of Mendoza! Mendoza is the heartland of Malbec grape and is also a paradise for climbers as it hosts the magnificent Aconcagua Mount, the highest peak in the Americas. Visit three of Mendoza’s typical wineries and taste some local wine as you enjoy lunch surrounded by a unique landscape. Explore the Andes Range and the Aconcagua provincial park in our small-group tour and discover the best of what Mendoza has to offer!
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Mendoza, Argentina
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Wine Tasting & Winery Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Mendoza, Cuyo, Argentina
Now that Argentina is open to all international visitors and that quarantine is no longer mandatory for fully vaccinated travelers, are you gonna miss out on this incredible tour?
Explore Argentina’s main wine region in our 4-day inclusive tour of Mendoza! Mendoza is the heartland of Malbec grape and is also a paradise for climbers as it hosts the magnificent Aconcagua Mount, the highest peak in the Americas. Visit three of Mendoza’s typical wineries and taste some local wine as you enjoy lunch surrounded by a unique landscape. Explore the Andes Range and the Aconcagua provincial park in our small-group tour and discover the best of what Mendoza has to offer!
Itinerary
Day 1: Mendoza
Stop At: Aeropuerto Internacional El Plumerillo (MDZ), Acceso A Aeropuerto Internacional Gabrielli F. J., Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina
Upon arrival to Mendoza airport or bus station, you will have a private transfer to your hotel.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mendoza, Mendoza, Province of Mendoza, Cuyo
Welcome to Mendoza! Argentina’s main wine region and heartland of Malbec grape! Mendoza is also well-known for its world renowned mountains such as the Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the Americas), its outdoor sports such as rafting and hiking, and its breathtaking landscapes.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Mendoza
Day 2: Mendoza – Full-Day High Andes with trekking to Durazno Gorge
Stop At: Mendoza Province, Argentina
After breakfast depart on a small-group guided tour to the Aconcagua Provincial Park, located 185 km or 115 miles away from the city of Mendoza. As the journey takes you along the emblematic route 7, you will begin to discover the beautiful mountains of Mendoza and its river. Not only will you enjoy the colourful transition of landscapes, but also some of the small villages that can be found along the way, such as Cacheuta, Potrerillos (and its water reservoir), Uspallata (a quaint little town) and Penitentes (a Sky Resort).
Duration: 10 hours
Pass By: Puente del Inca, Mendoza Province, Argentina
You will also visit “The Inca’s Bridge”, known for its curious natural formation! As your journey continues, you will go through the three mountain ranges: Pre Andes, the Front range and the Main range.
Pass By: Parque Provincial Aconcagua, Mendoza Argentina
Upon arrival to Aconcagua Provincial park in Horcones Valley, you will have the chance to go on a 2-hour hiking to Durazno Gorge or go on a short trail to an scenic lookout point (45 min). After enjoying some unique views of this natural environment framed by the majestic Aconcagua Mount you will start your journey back to Mendoza city. On the return drive, you will have time to have lunch in Uspallata (lunch is not included). You will return to your hotel in the late afternoon. Note: hiking difficulty is moderate
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Mendoza
Day 3: Mendoza – Full-Day Visit to 3 wineries of Lujan de Cuyo or Maipu with lunch
Stop At: Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza Province, Argentina
After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel and will head out to Lujan de Cuyo Region. Lujan de Cuyo is the Cradle of Malbec and it features beautiful country houses, tree-lined roads and wide vineyards. Led by insider guides, you will visit three world-class vineyards and wineries. At the vineyard, you will observe the grape vines and will learn how the best grapes are produced. As you walk around their facilities, visiting their wine cellars and aging rooms, you will learn about the different ways in which wine is produced. At the end of each visit, you will indulge your senses with a wine tasting. In addition to this, you will enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with the best wines of the region surrounded by a beautiful environment with the majestic Andes Range in the distance. You will return to your hotel in the afternoon.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Mendoza
Day 4: Mendoza
Stop At: Aeropuerto Internacional El Plumerillo (MDZ), Acceso A Aeropuerto Internacional Gabrielli F. J., Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina
At the appropriate time, you will have a private transfer to the airport.
NOTES: the order of the tours in the itinerary may change depending on availability / Our itinerary is pretty flexible so if you need to add any extra tours or extra nights we can quote them for you. Just make sure to let us know in advance using the special requirements box while booking.
Duration: 40 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
