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New World Wine Trail


Mendoza - Argentina


General Description

Mendoza, a wine lover paradise - Andes - Argentina Argentina produced its first wines in 1554. During the last century it consistently figured amongst the world major producers. The wine country extends along the Andean foothills, from Salta in the North to Rio Negro in Patagonia. Mendoza, in the Central Andes near the Aconcagua, is the wine capital of Argentina. The few useless summer rains forced the settlers to create a complex irrigation system, bringing the pure and mineral-rich Andean water to all the vineyards. This water provides the rather taste to the characteristic wines. Although most wine varieties are of French origin (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Syrahs for the red wines and Chardonnay, Chenin and Riesling for the white wines), some grapes, such as the Malbec and Torrontes, prefer the climate and soil of Argentina and develop better than in Europe, thus creating the finest of the Argentinean wines.

Itinerary

Vineyard - Andes - Argentina The itinerary below is just a sample. Larger journeys all over Argentina are available on request.

DAY 1:
We meet you at the airport in Mendoza and drive you to your hotel. In the afternoon, we visit the city of Mendoza, located at the foot of the Andes, and visit the San Martin Park and Cerro de la Gloria's Andes Liberating Army monument.
Overnight in a centrally located Mendoza hotel (cheap option) or in a first class Bodega amidst the vineyards (such as Bodega Saleinstein, Bodega Club Tapiz among others) in the surroundings of Mendoza.

DAYS 2-3:
We tour through the famous Mendoza vineyards, the main fruit growing and wine producing area of Argentina, and visit of two vineyards daily among the following: Ruca Malem, Chandon, Cavas de Cano, Cavas de Weinert & Lagarde, Lopez, La Rural, La Agricola (Zuccardi family), vina del Cerno. Overnight in Mendoza or in a Bodega. (B)

DAY 4:
Private transfer to the airport. (B).

Mendoza, a wine lover paradise - Andes - Argentina Extension

A holiday in Argentina should include a visit of one of the Estancias (ranch), the most representative feature of Argentinean way of life, providing a unique opportunity to learn more about the "gauchos" traditions and culture and appreciate their dexterity in cattle and horse gathering. This is also a unique occasion to taste the world wide famous "asado de carne" (Argentinean barbecue) while enjoying the local music and dance and naturally some Argentinean wines.
We recommend Estancia Chateau d'Ancon, only 45 minutes from Mendoza, set in the heart of the famous Mendoza wine country and facing the Tupungato Volcano (6000 metres). A stay in this Estancia is particularly recommended to those wishing to drown themselves deeper into the Wild Wine World altough the price is very high.

General Information and Price

Rated: Easy


Tour Tariff
N° of Participants 2 3 4 SGL Supp.
USD $ 349 $ 303 $ 284 $ 86
EUR 290 252 236 71
GBP 195 170 159 48
(*) Price last updated on 04 January 2003. Current price may vary due to elements out of our control, so please always check by sending us a
quotation request


Included: Accommodation in double rooms with private facilities in 3-4 star hotels, meals as specified, private transport, experienced guides

Not included: Other meals