The essence of the Andes in Mendoza. On this outstanding tour you will go through the National Route N°7 and Potrerillos dam, Potrerillos Lake and all its panoramic points. Uspallata Valley, Penitentes Ski Center and Puente del Inca, an ancient geological monument where you will learn about the indigenous culture. Also will admire the Aconcagua Park, surrounded by high tops over 6000 mts. about sea level, being the most famous Cerro Aconcagua of 6962 mts. In Summer, the road to The Cristo Redentor of the Andes is enable to visit, the symbolic monument of Argentina-Chile frontier. Your last stop is Las Cuevas the last town 'til the border with Chile.
Andes Day Trip from Mendoza Including Aconcagua, Uspallata and Puente del Inca
We begin this journey doing the international rout N°7 with the imposing view of the Potrerillos Dam. The next point on the route will be Uspallata; former pre-Hispanic settlement of aboriginal Huarpe people and now current head village of this mountain route. From this point, the southernmost of the Inca Empire, we go to the villages of Picheuta, Polvaredas, Punta de Vacas and the former Penitentes ski resort. Further along our rout, we’ll come to Puente del Inca, a unique natural rock formation, surrounded by thermal springs, that looks like a bridge over Las Cuevas River. A few kilometers away, located at 2750 m, is the viewponit of the Colossus of the Americas, which with its 6962 m, receives visitors from all over the worldwho wants to reach its summit. Finally we will arrive at Las Cuevas villa, located at 3200 m. to have our lunch and tour one of the authentic villages of our country. *Argentinian passangers, please remember you will be charged in US Dollars from Viator.
We will head southwest on Provincial Route 86, enjoying the landscapes of Cacheuta until we cross the tunnel that connects this town with Potrerillos. We will contemplate the wonderful view of the Cordón del Plata, Mendoza’s main source of water and, of the picturesque Potrerillos Dam, a mirror of crystalline water in the middle of mountains. We will continue, until we reach the town of Uspallata. Where we will make a strategic stop to get a better view of the Valley. Already back in the van, we will move a few kilometers, until we reach “Puente del Inca”. Mandatory stop icon of our mountain range. Once we return to the route, the Aconcagua Provincial Park awaits us. There we will obtain the corresponding permits to make a walk of approximately two hours, to the viewpoint of the Laguna de Horcones, where we can see the South Wall and the summit of the highest hill in America. *The route of the tour may be affected by road conditions during the winter due to weather conditions.
Malbec & Mountain Uco Valley Private Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch
This is both a wine tour and a mountain tour conducted in a spacious 4X4. Venture into Uco Valley through the Andes mountains, combining stunning views with great food and wine. This private wine tour is with a friendly and professional guide. Pick up is at 10am and we take an unpaved mountain road through Valle de Las Carreras. We then visit two wineries in Uco Valley and enjoy premium wines at each winery. Receive wine tasting instructions and background information about each location. Enjoy a multiple-course gourmet lunch with wine pairings. This tour includes a driver, guide, lunch, hotel pickup and drop-off.
We sail Mendoza River, in the town of Potrerillos, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and the imposing dam. Each participant will receive their equipment and after the safety talk and transfer to the starting point, we will dive into the river to enjoy the activity. With rapids that can get level III / IV in summer and will make this excursion an unforgettable adventure.
Experience Aconcagua as a private journey through the Andes, with time to enjoy the mountains instead of simply driving from one attraction to the next. The day is carefully planned with scenic and historic stops along the route, turning the journey to Aconcagua into part of the experience itself. Inside Aconcagua Provincial Park, you’ll spend around two hours exploring the Laguna Horcones area at a relaxed pace, with time to walk, take photos, and enjoy views of Aconcagua’s impressive south face. Because the experience is completely private, the guide is dedicated to your group and the day can follow a more personal rhythm. We also take care of the details along the way, with coffee and Argentine croissants in Uspallata, snacks and water, park entrance, and a traditional Argentine asado with wine and dessert included. A complete Andes experience for travelers who want to see Aconcagua without a demanding trek and without feeling rushed.