Mendoza
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Mendoza
Argentina’s premier wine region
Mendoza is undoubtedly Argentina’s most important wine region. A visit to Mendoza is an absolute must on any trip of Argentina. The city is the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding region. Drive through the vineyards in a rental car, stop at one of the many wineries to taste the finest Malbec and, whilst you’re at it, enjoy the spectacular scenery, such as the Andes with their snow-capped peaks.
Tips for Mendoza, Argentina
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City trip of Mendoza
Mendoza, at the foot of the Andes, is a charming city with many beautiful old buildings, squares and parks. Mendoza has plenty of restaurants with cosy terraces where you can enjoy the excellent wines. To explore the city, you can set off with a private guide who will take you to the highlights and the best spots in the city.
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On horseback through the vineyards
The area around the city of Mendoza is full of vineyards. Ride a horse through the vineyards and visit various wineries where you can taste the finest wines. Not keen on horse riding? Then you can, of course, explore the vineyards by bike.
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Wine Cellar Rally
The Rally de las Bodegas is one of Argentina’s best-known classic car rallies, held annually at the end of the grape harvest season, during the accompanying Vendimia festival in Mendoza. Over three days, a passion for car rallies is combined with a love of wine.
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Wine tasting at a bodega
In the area around Mendoza, you’ll find many wineries where you can go for a wine tasting. You can explore on your own or let us advise you. It’s also possible to go on a guided trip. Not far from the city, you’ll find Bodega Salentein, owned by the Dutchman Mijndert Pon. On this beautiful estate, you can visit the Killka museum and enjoy the finest wines.
Round trips - Curious about the options for visiting Mendoza whilst on a trip of Argentina? Take a look below at some of the tours including Mendoza that we’ve put together for your inspiration. All tours can be tailor-made to suit your needs.
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20-day round trip Argentina
Driving – culinary – jungle – Andes
A unique journey featuring Mendoza wine, deserts, volcanoes, salt flats, rock formations and coloured lakes.
From €5,900 per person -
3 weeks from Salta to Mendoza
driving – the Andes – ancient civilisations
This trip of Argentina takes you from Buenos Aires to Salta in three weeks, and you’ll drive to Mendoza yourself in a rental car.
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21-day family holiday in Argentina
family holiday – driving – the Andes – rainforests
Buenos Aires, the vineyards of Mendoza, canyon-like landscapes in the north and the Iguazu Falls.
From €3,399 per person
Accommodations - There are several good hotels in the Mendoza area that we enjoy working with. Take a look at some of our favourites below.
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Casa de Uco
This sleekly designed wine hotel overlooks the highest peaks of the Andes and is surrounded by vineyards. The accommodation is part of a winery. You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to the cuisine here. If you’re a classic car enthusiast, this place comes highly recommended. The owners have a great passion for classic cars and are happy to share this love. One of the owners has won the famous Mille Miglia in Italy no fewer than twice.
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The Vines
Experience the phenomenal cuisine under the guidance of renowned chef Francis Mallman, or treat yourself to some pampering at the resort’s spa, inspired by the beautiful surroundings of the Uco Valley.
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Posada Salentein
This charming posada, overlooking the spectacular Andes Mountains, forms part of Bodega Salentein. This bodega was founded by the leading Dutch entrepreneur Mijndert Pon. The beautiful winery and the Killka Museum, which houses works by Dutch masters and talented Argentine artists, are certainly worth a visit.
Request a travel proposal - Mendoza, Argentina
Would you like to organise your own trip of Argentina, including a visit to Mendoza, and are you curious about the options? Please feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to put together a travel proposal for you. Call +31 73 610 62 04 or send an email to info@sapapanatravel.nl. We’d be happy to help.