5 Days
curated driving route
350+ Mi
scenic mountain highway
4,000 Ft
peak vineyard elevation
100%
andes mountain backdrop
The 5-Day Uco Valley & Andes Route
Mendoza City to Northern Uco Valley
Drive south via National Route 40 into the Northern Uco Valley sub-regions of Tupungato and Tunuyán. Visit boutique modern wineries like Bodega Salentein or Andeluna for architecture and barrel tastings.
South Uco Valley & Vista Flores
Explore Vista Flores and San Carlos. Enjoy multi-course estate lunches paired with world-class high-altitude Malbec and Cabernet Franc against the backdrop of the Andes mountains.
Uco Valley to Uspallata Corridor
Drive north and west toward the mountain corridor via scenic interior routes connecting directly to National Route 7, ascending into the High Andes gateway near Uspallata.
High Andes & Route 7 Landmarks
Journey along historic National Route 7 toward Aconcagua Provincial Park viewpoint for views of the highest peak in the Americas, stopping at the natural geothermal bridge of Puente del Inca.
Discover top-rated urban wine tastings, atmospheric subterranean cellars, and sommelier-led masterclasses located right within downtown Mendoza.
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Downtown Malbec & Asado Tasting
Sommelier Wine Blending Workshop
Historic Quarter Wine & Tapas Walk
Sample reserve Malbec vintages alongside artisanal empanadas and grilled Argentine cuts in an exclusive subterranean tasting lounge in central Mendoza.
Craft and bottle your custom Argentine red blend under expert sommelier guidance at a boutique urban winery facility on Avenida Arístides.
Stroll through Plaza Independencia and central avenues, pausing at iconic city bodegas and wine bars for rare library vintages and regional tapas.
Discover Mendoza's dramatic alpine landscapes, geothermal springs, and thrilling river rapids with these highly rated guided experiences outside the regional wine circuits.
High Andes & Aconcagua Park Tour
Termas de Cacheuta Spa Day
Mendoza River Whitewater Rafting
Journey along Route 7 into the High Andes to Potrerillos Reservoir, Uspallata Valley, and Horcones Lagoon for stunning views of Mt. Aconcagua's majestic peak.
Unwind in natural stone hydrotherapy pools fed by geothermal mountain springs along the Mendoza River, nestled deep within rugged Andean canyon walls.
Navigate exciting Class III rapids down the Mendoza River through scenic terracotta gorges, offering unforgettable adventure against an alpine backdrop.
Three Top-Rated Mendoza Sanctuaries
The Vines Resort & Spa
Located in the Uco Valley, The Vines features private villa estates with outdoor plunge pools, fireplaces, and panoramic views of the snow-capped Andes. Guests enjoy world-class Argentine culinary experiences curated by chef Francis Mallmann at Siete Fuegos.
Cavas Wine Lodge
Argentina's premier boutique wine lodge nestled within a 55-acre organic vineyard in Luján de Cuyo. Each standalone casita offers a private plunge pool, rooftop stargazing fireplace, and access to a full-service vinotherapy spa.
Finca Adalgisa Wine Hotel
An intimate 11-room boutique hotel set inside a century-old Malbec vineyard in Chacras de Coria. Blending historic manor elegance with warm regional hospitality, daily vineyard wine tastings, and lush garden pools.
Selected high-altitude tastings, horseback vineyard rides, and cellar masterclasses rated by fellow travelers in Argentina's premier wine region.
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Tupungato Grand Cru Tasting & Gourmet Lunch
Tunuyán Vineyard Trail & Traditional Asado
Uco Valley Cellar Tour & Custom Wine Blending
Private guided tour across organic mountain vineyards followed by a four-course regional lunch paired with award-winning Malbecs.
Explore private Andean estates on horseback before enjoying a traditional outdoor open-fire barbecue paired with estate wines.
Go behind the scenes in architectural wine cellars to blend, bottle, and cork your personal wine under expert winemaker guidance.
Explore highly rated wine tastings, gourmet estate lunches, and guided vineyard tours in the high-altitude heart of Argentina's Uco Valley.
High-Altitude Winery Tour & 5-Course Lunch
Vineyard Horseback Ride & Cellar Tasting
Wine Blending Workshop & Sunset Sunset Pairing
Visit renowned Tupungato wine estates, sample reserve Malbec and Cabernet Franc vintages, and savor a paired regional lunch overlooking vineyard rows.
Ride through scenic estate vineyards in Tunuyán followed by an intimate barrel room tasting guided by expert estate winemakers.
Create your own custom Malbec blend under sommelier guidance before unwinding with artisanal cheeses and tapas as evening sets over the mountains.
Immerse yourself in high-altitude terroir with these top-reviewed tasting tours, vineyard rides, and estate dining experiences in San Carlos.
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Historic San Carlos Bodega & Torrontés Tasting
High-Altitude Vineyard Cycle & Malbec Pairing
Sunset Estate Feast & Reserve Wine Pairing
Tour traditional family-owned cellars, sample crisp high-elevation white wines, and enjoy hand-crafted regional empanadas overlooking sun-washed vines.
Ride through scenic estate grounds beneath the Andes, stopping at two boutique wineries for private barrel tastings and sommelier commentary.
Experience an exclusive multi-course farm-to-table dinner nestled among old-growth vines, paired with reserve Criolla and Malbec vintages.
Explore high-altitude mountain valleys, legendary boutique vineyards, and breathtaking red rock trails around Uspallata with these top-rated local activities.
High-Altitude Wine Tasting & Cellar Tour
Andean Horseback Trek & Vineyard Asado
Cerro Siete Colores Guided Hiking Trail
Sample exceptional cool-climate Malbec and Cabernet Franc vintages during an intimate guided tasting at Uspallata's highest boutique vineyard, paired with artisanal regional cheeses.
Ride along historic mountain paths led by experienced local gauchos, finishing with an open-fire traditional Argentine barbecue and estate red wines in a secluded valley setting.
Trek across vibrant multi-colored geological formations with a certified mountain guide, taking in sweeping panoramic vistas of the high Andes range and Uspallata riverbed.
Explore the three highest-rated experiences in the Park along Route 7, blending dramatic peak viewpoints with high-altitude Malbec tastings.
Horcones Glacier Lagoon Circuit
High-Altitude Malbec & Park Picnic
Plaza de Mulas Base Camp Trek
A scenic, accessible trail through colorful glacial moraines leading to pristine Andean lagoon viewpoints facing Aconcagua's South Face.
Savor estate-bottled Uco Valley Malbec paired with gourmet Argentine cured meats during a guided sommelier tasting at the alpine park entrance.
Full-day guided mountain expedition crossing alpine riverbeds toward the world-famous mountaineering base camp beneath vertical rock walls.
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Handpicked high-altitude lodges and hotels near Aconcagua Provincial Park with top visitor ratings, offering comfort and swift access to Andean hiking trails.
Grand Hotel Uspallata
Posada Pueblo del Inca
Aconcagua Mountain Lodge
Nestled in the tranquil valley of Uspallata, offering sweeping mountain vistas, heated outdoor pools, and effortless access to Aconcagua park entry points.
Charming stone lodge situated in Los Penitentes, featuring cozy wood fireplaces, traditional Argentine cuisine, and direct shuttle service to mountain hiking trails.
Boutique high-altitude sanctuary close to the park boundaries, featuring private wooden decks, regional wine tastings, and panoramic views of snow-capped peaks.
Rest after traversing the dramatic Andean mountain highway. These top-rated boutique retreats near Uspallata offer spectacular mountain vistas, serene outdoor gardens, and seamless Expedia reservations.
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Grand Hotel Uspallata
Posada Pueblo Pozo de Agua
Cabañas La Posada del Angel
Set amidst expansive pine grounds, this traditional Andean retreat features heated indoor pools, regional dining, and panoramic valley views along Route 7.
An intimate adobe posada offering quiet countryside charm, personal hospitality, homemade breakfast spreads, and immediate access to alpine hiking trails.
Independent mountain chalets equipped with stone fireplaces, private sun decks, and sweeping views across the high-altitude Mendoza wilderness.
Rest between winery tours at these exceptionally rated Expedia properties nestled directly among the Malbec vineyards of the central Uco Valley.
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Casa de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort
The Vines Resort & Spa
Postales Hotel Boutique Valle de Uco
Located in Vista Flores, this modern luxury resort offers private vineyard villas, horseback riding through grapevines, and an upscale farm-to-table restaurant.
Situated in Vista Flores, featuring spacious villas with fire pits, private outdoor tubs, and Francis Mallmann’s renowned Siete Fuegos open-pit restaurant.
An intimate country hacienda near San Carlos set within a 15-hectare estate, offering personalized wine tastings, an outdoor pool, and quiet rural charm.
Where Desert Meets Alpine Altitude
The Uco Valley sits between 3,000 and 5,000 feet above sea level at the base of the Andes. Massive diurnal temperature swings retain bright acidity in the grapes, creating Malbecs renowned for floral violet notes and structured tannins.
Architecturally striking cellars leverage gravity-flow design and local slate, creating monumental structures that harmonize with the desert landscape.
