Wonders of the High Andes from Mendoza

On this full day, guided excursion, you will go through the mountains that surround Mendoza city. See stunning scenarios along the way, and many other points of interest such as the majestic Cordon del Plata mountain range, the Potrerillos Dam, Uspallata settlement, and "Puente del Inca" which is the southern last point of the Inca Empire, Aconcagua scenic viewpoint and the Cristo Redentor monument. Pickup and drop-off at select hotels provided.

Please take into account that the tour will be given in English at the featured places which are: Potrerillos, Uspallata, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua and in summer at Cristo Redentor.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Mendoza, Mendoza, Province of Mendoza, Cuyo

Early in the morning we will be picked up from our selected hotels to leave for Uspallata, as we border the Mendoza River and enjoy the Cordon del Plata and the Potrerillos Dam.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Uspallata, Uspallata, Province of Mendoza, Cuyo

Once we reach Uspallata we will make our first stop. Here we will find ourselves facing a pre-Hispanic settlement of aboriginal Huarpes, and also with the southernmost point of the Inca empire.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Puente Picheuta, Uspallata Argentina

We will visit the Villas of Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Penitentes Mendoza, Ruta Nacional No 7 Km. 171, Uspallata 5539 Argentina

Then, we'll visit Los Penitentes ski resort and get amazing panoramic views of the area (entrance not included).

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Puente del Inca, Ruta 7, Vacas River, Las Cuevas Argentina

We will continue on our way to the impressive Puente del Inca, a natural architectural work with springs of hot springs.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Mirador Del Cerro Aconcagua, RN7 10, Mendoza, Argentina

We will continue along Route 7 until we reach the Aconcagua Viewpoint. Here we will stop to take some pictures of the highest mountain in the western hemisphere, (6,900 meters) above sea level, without losing sight of the impressive Puente del Inca, a natural architectural work.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Las Cuevas, Las Cuevas, Province of Mendoza, Cuyo

Following the international route, reach your final destination, the village of Las Cuevas (an European-style village, located 10,500 feet (3,200 meters) above sea level). Between Las Cuevas and the international tunnel, there is a path that allows visitors up to the Cristo Redentor monument, located 13,780 feet (4,200 meters) above sea level.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Potrerillos Dam, Cacheuta, Mendoza Argentina

First, we'll pass by the Cordon del Plata mountain range and the Potrerillos Dam, located along the Mendoza River. It's a very important hydraulic work that generates power and distributes water for irrigation for the whole region.

Stop At: Cristo Redentor De Los Andes, Mendoza, Argentina, Las Cuevas Argentina

The Cristo Redentor monument symbolizes the union between Argentinians and Chileans.

After the visit we will be returning to our selected hotels in Mendoza at approximately 5:30 p.m. In summer, if we go up to the Cristo Redentor, the excursion will end approximately at 8 pm.

*The visit to Cristo Redentor will depend on weather conditions and transportation traffic. Only from January to March*

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Mendoza, Mendoza, Province of Mendoza, Cuyo

After the visit we will be returning to our selected hotels in Mendoza.



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 07:30 AM
Duration: 10 Hours
Start location: Mendoza, Mendoza, Province of Mendoza, Cuyo
Traveler pickup is offered
If your hotel is not in the list, please, add it at the time of booking.

If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Professional English / Spanish Tour Guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Facilities