High Andes Wonders Tour from Mendoza
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Aconcagua Provincial Park
- Marvel at Puente del Inca's natural bridge
- Discover Uspallata's historic town
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Andes Mountains
- Experience the beauty of Potrerillos Dam
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Mendoza
- Guided tour of Aconcagua Provincial Park
- Visit to Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge)
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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.
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.
We will visit the Villas of Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas.
Then, we'll visit Los Penitentes ski resort and get amazing panoramic views of the area (entrance not included).
We will continue on our way to the impressive Puente del Inca, a natural architectural work with springs of hot springs.
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.
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.
Pass by: 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.
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*
Pass by: After the visit we will be returning to our selected hotels in Mendoza.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour operates in Spanish; English-speaking guides may not be available.
- Meals and beverages are not included; plan accordingly.
- The tour involves moderate walking; ensure you're comfortable with this level of activity.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveler reviews
Time to escape the city.
Full day trip worth every penny. Knowledgeable guide (Federico) who spoke Spanish at a speed I could understand and then repeated in English for my benefit. Stunning scenery. Sufficient time at each point of interest. Good value lunch at 20,000 ARS including a drink. No hesitation in recommending. Take something warm to wear it gets a little chilly. Take a water bottle and fill it up in the stream.
An amazing day in the mountains
It was one of the best experiences and tours I have been on. Fantastic view all the time. A skilled guide who was good at informing, and a professional driver who drove safely. One of my best experiences. Beautiful view all the time. Professional guide and driver. A lot of good information during the trip.
Visiting Mendoza
The walk was amazing, the group very nice. The guide named Esteban was able to give us all the information necessary for the trip and including part of the history of the Andes mountain range. Excellent guide
Touring the mountains
It's an impressive 10-hour bus ride through the mountains with stops at interesting view points. Unfortunately our tour guide Laila did not speak English but she was creative and at every stop she asked a guide from a different tour to give us a short summary in English. It would have been nice if the company had provided a flyer with the basic information in English. Our guide was very caring about the travelers.
Terrible - Avoid this company
Terrible We paid for an English guide and she did not speak English She spoke Spanish and did not speak to us Very rude And Viator did not want to refund full amount first as they were not interested . Very poor and do not recommend Ruined the day . Avoid them