About this experience
Explore Mendoza on this full-day guided mountain tour. Grab your camera and breath the pure air of the Andes, from Mendoza to the Aconcagua Park, the magical Route 7. This day tour includes a hike of about 1,5 hours (according to physical condition and weather permitting)
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- Driver/guide
- Traditional Asado Lunch
- Coffee break at Uspallata
- Professional Guide
- Hike in the Aconcagua Park
Not included
- Rent of winter equipment
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
This exclusive high mountain Aconcagua tour (in perfect condition car or fully equipped van) is a best seller in Mendoza. During this entire day, we will follow the well-known Route 7 on the way to Chile and the Aconcagua Park, following the historical San Martin’s route, Argentina’s liberator. Breathtaking drive tour.
We usually leave Mendoza early at 07:30AM.
We first stop at the Potrerillos lake and the beautiful town of Uspallata for a buffet breakfast.
Our next step will be the famous Puente del Inca or Inca Bridge (a natural rock formation over the river Las Cuevas).
If weather permitting then we’ll have a small hike (between 1 and 2 hours) in Aconcagua Park to watch the beauty of the Stone Sentinel with its 6962m/22800ft. The Cerro Aconcagua is the highest mountain outside the Himalayas.
Finally a perfect Asado/BBQ is waiting for you (vegetarian option) in Uspallata. Menu is homemade empanadas and a traditional BBQ. Wine from Lutron Piedra Negra winery (Uco Valley).
Time to come back to Mendoza, and have a good rest !
This drive tour of Aconcagua and route 7 is available all year long and include small hike into the Aconcagua Park weather permitting.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Air BnB and private flat/house are ok in Mendoza Center only. Contact us for pick-up from accommodation in Chacras de Coria - Luján de Cuyo
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mendoza Andes 4x4 / The Tintos
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Highly recommended: Long pants, coats and/or wind break, small backpack, sunscreen, hat and sun glasses; In winter also gloves, scarf and woolly hat.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Pickup included
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