Mendoza Tours & Holidays
Mendoza Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Mendoza is a province in the Cuyo region of Argentina, located in the centre-west of the country, a one-and-a-half-hour flight from Buenos Aires, and backed up against some impressive Andean peaks. It's sunny, dry and warm for a large part of the year which makes it ideally suited to the production of wine, and it is for this reason - along with great horse riding, rafting, and trekking on Aconcagua (at 6,962m the highest mountain outside the Himalayas) - that most people come.
Indeed, ...
Mendoza is a province in the Cuyo region of Argentina, located in the centre-west of the country, a one-and-a-half-hour flight from Buenos Aires, and backed up against some impressive Andean peaks. It's sunny, dry and warm for a large part of the year which makes it ideally suited to the production of wine, and it is for this reason - along with great horse riding, rafting, and trekking on Aconcagua (at 6,962m the highest mountain outside the Himalayas) - that most people come.
Indeed, you haven't gone to Mendoza if you haven't tasted its delicious wines. Mendoza's most famous grape is Malbec from Maipú and Luján de Cuyo, but very good Cabernet Sauvignons, Pinot Noirs, Merlots and Syrah are also grown in the area. A few days in a hacienda here, indulging in great food and wine, is an ideal way to inject a bit of extravagance into your trip.
Best experiences
Go horse riding at an estancia
Head to a local estancia for a private full day horse riding excursion through fantastic scenery under the direction of one of the ranch’s local guides. Also included in this leisurely tour is a stop for a typical lunch prepared by the estancia.
Enjoy a wine tour and tasting
Drive through the vineyards of Mendoza, against a stunning Andean backdrop in the distance, stopping at local wineries for a tour, tasting and lunch. Some of Argentina’s most popular and successful wineries are here in the Luján de Cuyo and Maipú regions.
Do the Alta Montaña excursion
The Alta Montaña excursion is an alternative experience to have in the “wine country”, following the same route through the Andes as the South American liberator, Simón Bolívar. Points of interest include the Uspallata Valley and the Inca Bridge.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Casa De Uco, Mendoza
Casa de Uco is set on a lush green vineyard estate in the desert of Uco Valley, just under two hours’ drive south of Mendoza. There’s a smattering of wineries close by and Andean foothills to climb.…
Casa Lila, Mendoza
Casa Lila is a charming bed and breakfast property featuring a garden with deck and sun terrace. The location is within a tranquil environment but a short walk from the central parks and a half-hour…