Adventure Vacation in Mendoza | 6-Day Package

Experience the active essence of Mendoza with an itinerary full of emotions, wine tastings and unforgettable barbecues. From biking through the wineries to trekking in the Andes Mountains, this 6-day adventure will give you an up-close experience of the diversity of our region.

Day 1 – Welcome to Mendoza

Upon arrival, we will meet you at the bus station or airport and transfer you to your selected hotel. This day will be for resting, unpacking and getting ready for the adventure!

Day 2 – Wine Biking Route

On the second day of your trip we invite you to discover Mendoza’s first wine region on a bike ride through Chacras de Coria and Vistalba. Accompanied by local and expert guides, and after picking up our bikes and helmets, we start our tour.

We will visit two top wineries and in each one we will learn about the step by step to taste a good wine. We will tour the production and storage rooms and finish with a pairing dinner for a unique evening experience.

Day 3 – Trekking to Quebrada del Durazno – Highlight Tour!

This day we will go up into the mountains. Early in the morning we will leave the city behind and start exploring the majesty of the Andes and Route 7. Little by little we will go through small mountain villages until we reach the Aconcagua Provincial Park, a Natural Protected Area of our province. There you will enjoy a trekking to the Quebrada del Durazno to have a close look at the colossus of America. Finally, we will stop in the Uspallata Valley to enjoy a delicious regional lunch.

Day 4 – Creole Horseback Riding

For the fourth day of your trip we have prepared something special. We invite you to an exciting horseback ride, guided by local gauchos. With the slow and sure pace of these noble animals, you will be able to discover the nature, geology and traditions of the region, in complete connection with the mountain landscape that Mendoza has. Later, to finish, you will be able to enjoy an authentic Argentine asado and toast with outstanding wines from our province.

Day 5 – Rafting and Canopy on the Mendoza River

We will leave early in the morning towards the Andes Mountains, on this day the adventure will be at its peak. You will feel the thrill of rafting on the Mendoza River, one of the best experiences we have to offer, challenging rapids level 3/3+. The descent of the river will take about 1 hour and you will cover a total of 12 km approximately. We recommend this tour from October to May due to weather conditions and temperatures.

After the rafting, you will have free time to enjoy our base and buy some lunch to rest and feel the energy of the mountain. In the afternoon, we will do the zipline circuit formed by 6 sections across the river. After some technical and safety tips, with our feet in the air and our souls in the skies, we will enjoy a 1400 mts ride on six different cables that reach a height of about 40 mts above the valley, with sections that travel over the Mendoza River and give us the best views of the Cordón del Plata. 

Day 6 – Farewell to Mendoza

On your last day, we will take you to the airport or bus station depending on your departure time, marking the end of your unforgettable Adventure Vacation in Mendoza.

*Please check discounts for low season and rates for special dates (Carnival, Holy Week, New year, Christmas, holiday season, Independence of Brazil) to info@sakwinetravel.com

 

What do you need for this excursion?

Essential items

We suggest you to bring these items for personal use to make your excursion perfect:

– Small backpack.

– Extra mineral water.

– Personal care items (lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen SPF50, antibacterial gel/wipes, insect repellent).

– Special clothing: cap or hat, sunglasses, comfortable and warm clothing (fleece/sweater, windbreaker), footwear appropriate for the activity.

Note: The best clothing for mountain activities is wool or synthetic materials in layers, as they dry quickly and keep warmth better. We suggest a base layer, then an intermediate layer, such as a light fleece coat or similar, and then a windproof and waterproof layer.