Mendoza: Aconcagua Adventure in the Andes Mountains
Mendoza, Argentina
10 hours 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
Discover the majesty of the Andes Mountains in an unforgettable day Our tour will take you through impressive landscapes, starting with the spectacular view of the Cordón del Plata, Mendoza's main water source, and the beautiful Potrerillos Dam, a mirror of Crystal clear water in the middle of the mountains.
We will continue our journey through tunnels and bridges until we reach the charming town of Uspallata, where we will make a stop to enjoy the panoramic views of the valley and the region.
Our next stop will be at the Aconcagua Provincial Park, where we will undertake a walk of approximately one hour to the viewpoint located in the Horcones Lagoon. From there, we will have the opportunity to contemplate the imposing south wall and the summit of Aconcagua, the highest mountain in America.
On our way back, we will pass through the emblematic "Puente del Inca"
What's Included?
- Tour of the Route that crosses the Andes
- Pick up in/out hotels in Mendoza
- Walk along the Aconcagua Provincial Park trails
- Tour of the old trans-Andean train route
- Breakfast
- Breakfast and Box lunch for lunch
- Lunch in mountain restaurant
- Technical stop for a morning snack with infusions and sweetness. breakfast
- Entrance fees to National Park
- 45 Minutes Walk along the Aconcagua Provincial Park trails
What's Not Included?
- Regular service only Monday, Thursday and Saturday enabled
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Mendoza
Mendoza is a city in western Argentina. It is the capital of the province of Mendoza and is located in the plain east of the Andes mountain range. It is one of the main cities of the country, and with its urban agglomerate, called Gran Mendoza it reaches a total population that exceeds one million inhabitants
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Azul Latina Travel
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We will head southwest along Provincial Route 86, enjoying the landscapes of Cacheuta until we cross the tunnel that connects this town with Potrerillos. We will contemplate the wonderful view of the majestic Cordón del Plata, Mendoza's main source of water, and the picturesque Potrerillos Dam, a mirror of crystal clear water in the middle of mountains.
- Then we will continue along this beautiful path, contemplating the unforgettable landscape, passing through tunnels and bridges, until we reach the town of Uspallata. Again we will make a strategic stop to get a better view of the Valley as a whole.
- Once we return to the route, we prepare for the highlight of the outing: Aconcagua Provincial Park. There we will obtain the corresponding permits to take a walk of approximately one hour, which will allow us to experience the majesty of the highest mountain in America from the viewpoint of Laguna de Horcones, within the Park.
- Back in the van, we will travel a few kilometers, until we reach the “Puente del Inca”. Mandatory stop at this iconic place of our mountain range. There we will learn about its peculiar history and get a great view of the bridge.
- Once the day is over, we will begin our return to the City taking with us the best memories, landscapes and experiences of Aconcagua and the imposing Andes mountain range.
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, long pants, a light coat in summer and a thick coat in winter.
- This service is non-refundable for cancellations made within 4 days prior to the service date. However, if you need to modify your reservation, such as adjusting the number of participants, changing the date or requesting a cancellation with a refund, we can accommodate your request as long as it is made at least 4 days before the date of service.
- A walk for lovers of natural landscapes due to its combination of geography, geology and history of Mendoza.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Spanish