Tours in Mendoza
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The Argentine province of Mendoza is "mecca" for mountain climbing and it also offers countless possibilities of horseback riding, rafting, trekking and hiking at the foot or across the Andes. In addition you may indulge in wine tasting in numerous wineries, which are becoming famous all over the world.
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Sample General Interest Tour
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Day 1 - Arrival in Mendoza or San Juan Airport. Meet & greet at the airport & city tour.
You will enjoy an intimate tour of Mendoza city, from the picturesque settings of its many plazas, to the manicured grounds of San Martin Park to the extensive shopping experiences. You will find yourself at home in this beautiful city with its tree-lined streets and canals. We will start the orientation tour discovering the history of Mendoza through the four main plazas (Chile, San Martin, España & Italia); downtown, the shopping and financial areas. The highlight is Parque San Martin considered being the most beautiful Public Park in all Latin America. Designed by Carlos Thays, this Park was created in 1896. Today is has an extension of 389 hectares and contains valuable sculptures and monuments, an artificial lake, several pedestrian path walks, over 5000 roses, a university campus and several health clubs. Walk through there is a must. We strongly encourage you to discover the perfectly manicured trees and bushes that are the pride of the city. Transfer to hotel. **Please, note that Mendoza´s airport will be closed from Sept. 7th to Dec. 7th/ 2016. The reason is maintenance and new facilities. |
Please Note: If you prefer, we can also reserve for stays in the wine areas at top properties such as:
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Day 2 - Alta Montaña
A full day visit to get close to the amazing Stone Sentinel, the Aconcagua, and the highest peak in the world outside Asia.
Private transfer from the hotel to the heart of the majestic Andes. A winding, two hour drive allows you to enjoy the breathtaking scenery and natural wonder of this unique mountain range. Along the way, the route runs parallel to the Mendoza River. Enjoy a criollo lunch in a typical parrilla or steak house, surrounded by the impressive view of the Andes.
After lunch (not included) arrive at Puente del Inca, a natural rock formation that forms a bridge over the Cuevas River. This curiosity is about 48 meters long, 28 wide and 8 thick, and is suspended 27 meters above the river. Continue to the Aconcagua National Park and visit Laguna de Los Horcones. At this point we are just a few miles from the most impressive sight of the whole day. We will look for a break on the wall of rocks, and looking up the valley to the right we can see the towering mass of Aconcagua, at 6.960 meters (22.834 feet). Its summit is covered with eternal snow, and its Southern face offers an impressive wall of 3000 meter (10.000 feet) of sheer ice and stone. Even though it seems to be quite close to the road is actually 45km (28miles) away.
Hike the Horcones Lagoon, a water reservoir fed by the white melted snow. At this point we are very close to the Chilean border. Return to Mendoza following the same road.
A full day visit to get close to the amazing Stone Sentinel, the Aconcagua, and the highest peak in the world outside Asia.
Private transfer from the hotel to the heart of the majestic Andes. A winding, two hour drive allows you to enjoy the breathtaking scenery and natural wonder of this unique mountain range. Along the way, the route runs parallel to the Mendoza River. Enjoy a criollo lunch in a typical parrilla or steak house, surrounded by the impressive view of the Andes.
After lunch (not included) arrive at Puente del Inca, a natural rock formation that forms a bridge over the Cuevas River. This curiosity is about 48 meters long, 28 wide and 8 thick, and is suspended 27 meters above the river. Continue to the Aconcagua National Park and visit Laguna de Los Horcones. At this point we are just a few miles from the most impressive sight of the whole day. We will look for a break on the wall of rocks, and looking up the valley to the right we can see the towering mass of Aconcagua, at 6.960 meters (22.834 feet). Its summit is covered with eternal snow, and its Southern face offers an impressive wall of 3000 meter (10.000 feet) of sheer ice and stone. Even though it seems to be quite close to the road is actually 45km (28miles) away.
Hike the Horcones Lagoon, a water reservoir fed by the white melted snow. At this point we are very close to the Chilean border. Return to Mendoza following the same road.
Day 3 - For the third day, we can choose between Wines & Olives, and Mundo Catena.
Wines & Olives
Mendoza has great wines, but also has an important olive industry. This tour pretends to show through local producers this gastronomy world. Mostly located in Luján de Cuyo & Maipú. The tour begins around 09.00 AM, when picking passengers up from their hotels. Our first visit will be Navarro Correas winery (www.navarrocorreas.com), where we will taste exquisite wines. Then, we will arrive to Pasrai, Olive producer (www.pasrai.com.ar) . Where we will enjoy a snack, made with local products (olive pasta, dry tomatoes & homemade bread) Our next stop will be Luigi Bosca Winery (www.luigibosca.com.ar), and we will finish with a superb lunch in Alta Vista (www.altavistawines.com).
This tour operates on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, from 09.00 AM to 04.30 PM.
Wines & Olives
Mendoza has great wines, but also has an important olive industry. This tour pretends to show through local producers this gastronomy world. Mostly located in Luján de Cuyo & Maipú. The tour begins around 09.00 AM, when picking passengers up from their hotels. Our first visit will be Navarro Correas winery (www.navarrocorreas.com), where we will taste exquisite wines. Then, we will arrive to Pasrai, Olive producer (www.pasrai.com.ar) . Where we will enjoy a snack, made with local products (olive pasta, dry tomatoes & homemade bread) Our next stop will be Luigi Bosca Winery (www.luigibosca.com.ar), and we will finish with a superb lunch in Alta Vista (www.altavistawines.com).
This tour operates on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, from 09.00 AM to 04.30 PM.
Mundo Catena
This tour begins around 08.30 AM when picking up passengers from their hotels. Groups are reduced, no more than 10 people.
This experience has as objective to know, try and enjoy the best Argentine wines. The Catena family has been working these lands for more than 100 years. Today its fourth generation runs the family business. We will visit family & associated properties. Catena Zapata winery is widely recognized as the pioneering winery that showed the potential of the Mendoza terroir. International Wine Guru Robert Parker included Bodega Catena Zapata as the only South American winery in his latest book, The World’s Greatest Wine Estates.
Around 09.00 AM we arrive to Caro Winery for a visit & taste session. Our next destination will be Catena Zapata Winery where we will enjoy a wine tasting. The tour ends at Casa del Enemigo (www.enemigowines.com), Alejandro´s Vigil home – Catena Zapata´s wine expert- with a splendid 4 steps lunch. www.catenawines.com
This tour operates on Tuesdays & Fridays.
This tour begins around 08.30 AM when picking up passengers from their hotels. Groups are reduced, no more than 10 people.
This experience has as objective to know, try and enjoy the best Argentine wines. The Catena family has been working these lands for more than 100 years. Today its fourth generation runs the family business. We will visit family & associated properties. Catena Zapata winery is widely recognized as the pioneering winery that showed the potential of the Mendoza terroir. International Wine Guru Robert Parker included Bodega Catena Zapata as the only South American winery in his latest book, The World’s Greatest Wine Estates.
Around 09.00 AM we arrive to Caro Winery for a visit & taste session. Our next destination will be Catena Zapata Winery where we will enjoy a wine tasting. The tour ends at Casa del Enemigo (www.enemigowines.com), Alejandro´s Vigil home – Catena Zapata´s wine expert- with a splendid 4 steps lunch. www.catenawines.com
This tour operates on Tuesdays & Fridays.
Day 4 - Transfer to airport.
Fly to Buenos Aires & connecting flight to the next destination.
Fly to Buenos Aires & connecting flight to the next destination.
Price per person double occupancy in US$ (except for holidays):
Hotel |
1 person |
2-3 people |
4-5 people |
6-7 people |
Single Supp. |
Sheraton |
$931 |
$606 |
$560 |
$510 |
$198 |
NH |
$925 |
$603 |
$557 |
$506 |
$195 |
Park Hyatt |
$1097 |
$689 |
$642 |
$592 |
$280 |
supplement to transfer from UAQ airport |
$255 |
$117 |
$77 |
$53 |
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Supplement for Mundo Catena - US$100 per person
These rates include:
These rates include:
- Accommodation with breakfast and local taxes included at the mentioned hotels or similar.
- Transfers in private car exclusive for the group
- Tours in private car except for dinner & tango show which will be shared with other visitors
- Assistance of bilingual (Spanish – English speaking guides)
- Meals as mentioned on the itinerary.
- Tips for baggage handling in Buenos Aires only
- Airline tickets, airport taxes and local airline taxes.
- Meals – except the ones mentioned on the itinerary – and beverages
- Personal expenses or extras
- Travel insurance
- Optional gratuities for guides / drivers.
