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Amazing Argentina is an independent travel company based in Buenos Aires which specializes in tours throughout Argentina including Patagonia, Brazil, Uruguay and Chile.

With local operational offices, over 9 years of experience in the travel industry and a commitment to customer service, Amazing Argentina is your key to a fantastic vacation in this wonderful country.

We offers tours from private luxury travel around Argentina to small group wildlife tours, food and wine excursions for the connoisseur and polo and horse riding holidays in Patagonia. From skiing trips to cruises to Antarctica, our list of world class tours and expertise in building tailor-made trips are second to none.

We will plan and arrange your tour as per your exact requirements by both telephone and Email (or you can visit us at our offices in downtown Buenos Aires).
We accept all major credit cards and to safeguard your travel arrangements, we provide complimentary travel insurance on all tours over 10 days in length (subject to status). This incredible value-for money exclusive benefit is unique among Latin American tour operators and guarantees your trip.
As a committed Eco-tour specialist, we are also a socially responsible travel company and members of STI (sustainable travel international) a non profit organisation dedicated to promoting sustainable travel.

Let us at Amazing Argentina inspire you and take you on a unforgettable vacation to the land of the gaucho.

Wine Tour of Mendoza
Mendoza - Full Day Wine Tour Lujan de Cuyo Region
Description:
Wine Tour of Mendoza

Wine Tour of Mendoza

Wine Tour of Mendoza

Wine Tour of Mendoza

ITINERARY
Day 1: Mendoza

Arrival to Mendoza Airport, meet and greet and transfer to your hotel for check in. The Mod Hotel. A visit to the main plazas; Independencia, Plaza España and Plaza San Martín. Next we visit the San Martin Park and its lake. At the top end of the park we ascend Cerro de la Gloria (Glory Hill) crowned by a magnificent statue of San Martin and his Liberation Army. After the tour return to your hotel.

Day 2: Full Day Wine Tour Lujan de Cuyo Region (Breakfast & lunch)

We pick you up from your hotel in the morning and head for the vineyards of Luján de Cuyo, in the heart of Mendoza Wine Country. Our English-speaking guide will escort you around three wineries. First we take you to Achaval Ferrer Winery. In 1998 they fulfilled a dream by founding Achaval Ferrer based on two sound principles: the search for the quality in all of their products and respects for the terroir. The Achaval Ferrer team interpreted that Argentina's quality potential could be pushed to levels in line with the extreme personality of its soils. Next stop is Finca Decero Winery. This new kid on the block makes a refreshing visit and a chance to see a dream become reality. Opened in 2007, it's a new single vineyard estate winery with a natural style that embraces modern ideas. Friendly and open to visitors, they have a special Barrels Tour that includes tank and barrel tastings. We finish the day at Piattelli Winery. The Piattelli's were one of the many Italian families that arrived from their country in search of a "land of promise". The winery is surrounded by the Piattelli Vineyards and it has been constructed in a Tuscan style, in order to honor the origin of their founders. After the tour you will enjoy an incredible gourmet lunch at the Piattelli restaurant. We return to your hotel at approx. 5.00pm

Day 3: Full Day Wine Tour Maipú Region (Breakfast & lunch)

Our Guide will pick you up at the morning at your hotel and head for the vineyards of Maipú. Our English-speaking guide will escort you around two wineries. First we take you to Carinae Boutique Winery. This bodega is receiving a lot of buzz. Owned and run by a very friendly and low-key French couple, Brigitte and Philippe Subra, it's a true boutique bodega. Their latest vintages - mostly Malbec, with smaller quantities of Syrah and cabernet sauvignon- have far exceeded any expectations for what was considered a small, unpretentious family project. Next stop is Tempus Alba Winery. This winery is located in the First Zone Wine of Argentina lying on the Cordon del Plata where the landscape is already a privilege. Winery where technological development innovation and enhance the character and tradition of their vines, inviting enjoy both its products and your style. The name reveals the hopes and daily commitment of those who have made it a place to realize dreams. We finish the day at Familia Zuccardi Winery. They are a family company founded in 1963 by Engineer Alberto Zuccardi. In those times, he began planting vines in Maipú, experimenting with an irrigation system of his own creation based on a method used in California. In addition to the winery the visitor can enjoy comfortable spaces and enjoy a fantastic lunch at Zuccardi's Restaurant called Casa de Visitante. We finish the day at approx. 6.00pm

Day 4: High Mountain Tour & Aconcagua Park (Breakfast & lunch)

We will pick you up at 8.30 am and you will enjoy a scenic drive to the highest mountains in America. Leaving the city along the National route 7, our trip begins at Lujan de Cuyo. Soon after, following the route you will leave the countryside behind in order to enter the pre-mountain range area. The first stop will be in Potrerillos, a small mountain town, with weekend residences belonging to the inhabitants of Mendoza. There is also an unbeatable view of the Potrerillos dam which forms a breath-taking artificial lake. The following section of the route leads to Uspallata, framed by mountainous landscapes with changing colours, filled with various geological formations and many tunnels on the road. The trip continues towards several other small mountain towns, Polvaredas, Punta de Vacas, Penitentes, until you reach Puente del Inca, a natural bridge where Las Cuevas river has drilled into the mountains forming this incredible natural attraction. Close to the border, a wonderful viewpoint allows us to see the Aconcagua Mt, which stands at 6,962 meters (22,841 feet) above sea level. On the way back we will stop at Uspallata where you can enjoy a lunch. Return to your hotel at approx 7.00pm.

Day 5: Departure Day (Breakfast)

Our host will meet your at your hotel and transfer to Mendoza Airport.

INCLUDED

  • Arrival and departure Airport Transfers.
  • Wine Tours Maipú & Luján de Cuyo Region. (Visits, wine tastings & lunches with wine included).
  • City Tour
  • Accommodation: 4 nights at The Mod Hotel: standard room
  • English guiding by one of our great wine hosts.

NOT INCLUDED

  • Domestic flights
  • Personal insurance.
  • Evening activities/meals.
  • Tips.

For current availability contact us at info@amazingargentina.net and we will send you the relevant trip dossier along with a 90 day fixed quote, terms and conditions.