Active exploration of Mendoza wine country and the Andes

Keep in mind that outdoor adventures pique the palate.  Come with us to Argentina for days of extraordinary hiking in the Andes Mountains, followed by rich and robust wine tasting. You’ll head south from Mendoza into the vineyards, where stark grassy plains and rocky outcroppings gradually give way to snow-capped peaks.

Experience the variety of Mendoza wine country: relax at country estates, hike in and around dramatic rock formations, cruise down rapids between the hills, enjoy the views of Aconcagua—the highest peak in the Americas—and cap each day with excellent wine tasting and fine cuisine.

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Activities

5 days moderate walking on varied terrain, wine tasting

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Hike spectacular routes on mid-elevations of the Andes Mountains
• Taste robust wines-like Malbec, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon-perfectly paired with Mendoza's best cuisine, at relaxing country estates amidst the vineyards
• Discover the timeless nooks and crannies of the Andes: hike past tall jagged rock outcroppings, visit the stone Bridge of the Incas, and raft the rushing waters of the Mendoza River

Duration: 6 days Start Location: Mendoza End Location: Mendoza

BRIEF Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive in Mendoza

  Fly into Mendoza, Argentina where you will be greeted by an MTS representative. After a tour of Mendoza you wiill be transfered to the hotel, 1 hour away from the Airport in the beautiful area of Uco Valley.

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  Day 2 : Wineries Uco Valley - Full day excursion

  The Uco Valley is an ideal alternative for lovers of agritourism and nature. Uco Valley includes Tupungato, Tunuyán and San Carlos departments, where harmoniously natural wonderful landscapes are combined with typical crops: vines, fruits and olive trees. In higher elevation than Luján de Cuyo, excellent wines are produced from vineyards to 1400 meters (4600 feet) high on the
  food of the Andes.  We will visit 3 of the best wineries of Valle de Uco: Salentein, Clos de los 7 and Atamisque.

• Day 3 : Andes Trekking Paso de las Carreras

  Today, we start a trekking in Paso de Las Carreras. “Paso de la Carrera” is a high valley that sits at about 6.400 ft. above sea level. Farming is a common activity and the area is famous for agriculture and breeding cattle. During summer time, “gauchos” (local cowboys) show their skills in festivals that are held regularly in the area. " After a picnic lunch we'll embark on a calm trip down the Class III rapids of the Mendoza River, with the Andes hovering above.

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  Day 4 : Mount Aconcagua - Quebrada Horcones

  Drive into the Andes and hike around the base of Mount Aconcagua—the highest mountain in South America at 22,944 feet. Dinner in Mendoza tonight is on your own. (Approx. hiking time: 2 to 3 hours).

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  Day 5 : Andes Trekking Vallecitos

  Hike high on Vallecitos Mountain, enjoying extensive vistas of rugged hills and dry, grassy plains further out, with snow-capped peaks hovering just above.

• Day 6 : Mendoza Airport

  Morning departure to Mendoza Airport.

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  Lares de Chacras

  This country style house reflects the art of combining Andean stone with typical desert wood, bringing out a natural, simple and modern look.

  The minute any guest walks in, they know they are in a land of wines. You can see an original window on the floor, showing the view of a wine cellar covered in stone and logs. The perfect atmosphere for tasting the best wines from Mendoza.

  There are wide logs in every room, showing good taste in the country décor and warmth in the Southern style construction; a style that inspired the architect of Lares de Chacras.

  The natural environment is seen through all windows and doors, a typical view for Chacras de Coria, the galleries, the park, swimming pool and hot tub, solarium and a “quincho”, a covered area very common for barbecues and special clay ovens, always available for guests who love out-door life.

• Salentein Winery

  Valle de Uco

  Posada Salentein is located in Finca La Pampa, Tunuyán, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina—a breathtaking location just one
  hour and a half from Mendoza City.
  The small and exclusive estancia, Posada Salentein is surrounded by the vineyards of Bodegas Salentein at the foot of the Andes Range. Posada Salentein has 16 double rooms in Valle de Uco, a reception area with a business centre, a large dining room with a gallery with view of the vineyards, a kitchen equipped with last generation technology, a parking lot for 20 cars, a swimming-pool, and innovative landscaping and garden design A special place to relax in style while exploring the most desirable areas of the Mendoza Wine Country. Centrally located in Valle de Uco, about a ten minute drive west of the town of Tunuyan, this exclusive 15-acre resort is yours to enjoy and explore.....Malbec vineyards, tree-lined paths flanked by small streams, fruit orchards and gardens, expansive lawns, and stunning views of the snow-capped Andes.

Properties shown are representative of the accommodations we use on this trip, may not be inclusive of all accommodations we use, and are subject to change.

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