DAY ONE

Your flight from Buenos Aires to Mendoza this morning will take just under two hours. Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide, heading out directly to begin your introduction to local wines.

Visit two internationally renowned wineries, where you will be introduced to the family winemaking traditions. You will enjoy a leisurely lunch accompanied by what many consider to be the best Malbec in the world.

Enchantingly beautiful, in the shadow of the Andes, and surrounded by vineyards bordered with old olive trees, your stop for lunch is within the Luján de Cuyo region, at the foot of the magnificent Cordon del Plata. Your four-course meal will be served on the shaded veranda is mere footsteps from a seemingly endless vineyard.

Later, you will be transferred to your hotel, a charming posada in the small, scenic town of Chacras de Coria, some 20 minutes from the city center of Mendoza.

We will provide you with suggestions for dinner this evening.

Overnight Robles de Besares, Chacras de Coria

DAY TWO

After breakfast at the hotel, you will depart this morning for a full day of activity.

You’ll begin your day with rafting and zip-lining in Potrerillos, a nearby area within Mendoza province that remains virtually untouched. Raft the Mendoza River's white rapids through plains and along the Andes, followed by a breathtaking canopy tour with experienced local guides.

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon, with ample time to rest before dinner.

Tonight, we will provide you with a list of suggestions for dinner that will include some of our favorite restaurants which serve organically grown and harvested foods and offer ever-changing menus featuring regional favorites.

Overnight Robles de Besares, Chacras de Coria

DAY THREE

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll set out towards a rustic estancia in the heart of the Andes, a family-run property for over 200 years. Here, you’ll have a genuine country day--spending time with locals, hiking, horseback riding, and feasting on an asado, a traditional Argentine barbecue.

Dinner this evening will be prepared by your hosts. Ranch specialties include a great variety of delicious salads and regional desserts, traditional empanadas, carbonada, chicken soup or grilled vegetables which are grown on the farm.

Overnight Rancho e Cuero

DAY FOUR

Begin your day with a breakfast of sopaipillas (Fried pastries), marmalades, homemade bread, pastelitos (filled puff-pastries), and fruit pies, before venturing out for further explorations this morning.

Choose from several guided treks today. This region is home to a fascinating and diverse array of flora and fauna species. Guanacos, condors, foxes, hares and an amazing variety of birds are permanent residents on the ranch.

Spend this afternoon at leisure, or arrange an optional fly-fishing expedition, guided by members of your hosts' family.

Enjoy your final dinner at the ranch this evening, taking in the spectacular view of the Andes through the large windows.

Overnight Rancho e Cuero

DAY FIVE

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred 40 minutes to Mendoza Airport for your one-and-a-half hour departure flight to Buenos Aires, or on to your next destination.

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*Price is subject to change due to date and time of year of booking as well as to currency fluctuation. The price is only an estimate at this time and an accurate costing will be provided when itineraries are chosen and submitted. Prices are based on double occupancy.

Inclusions:

• Accommodation
• Transfers
• Half day Bike the winelands with lunch
• Full zip line & rafting with transfers
• Full day Estancia Rancho e Cuero with lunch & hiking or horse back riding, depending on weather
• Flight tickets Buenos Aires / Mendoza / Buenos Aires
• Days 1 & 3: Lunch
• Days 2-4: Breakfast

Exclusions:

• International Airfare
• Visa (if required)
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Items of a Personal Nature
• Gratuities

Please Note:

• We recommend that our clients consult their General Practitioner or Travel Clinic for advice on necessary vaccinations or medicines depending on the region to which they are traveling.
• All guests are strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance covering them for all personal effects, personal accident, medical and emergency travel expenses, cancellation, and curtailment.
• Self-drive passengers renting a car are required to carry a valid international driver's license.