Argentina, Chile · Land Adventure

Full Day High Mountain Tour from Mendoza

10 Hours Round trip from Mendoza Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day guided journey from Mendoza into the Andes
  • 02 See the Cordon del Plata mountain range and Potrerillos Dam
  • 03 Stop in Uspallata, a historic pre-Hispanic settlement area
  • 04 Visit Picheuta, Polvaredas, Punta de Vacas, and Los Penitentes
  • 05 Take photos from the Aconcagua Viewpoint
  • 06 Discover the natural formation of Puente del Inca
  • 07 Travel to the mountain village of Las Cuevas
  • 08 Possible visit to the Cristo Redentor monument in summer

Travel from Mendoza into the heart of the Andes on a full-day journey through dramatic mountain scenery, historic settlements, and some of the region’s most iconic natural landmarks. Following the Mendoza River toward the border with Chile, this guided excursion showcases changing landscapes from the agricultural oasis to the high mountains.

Along the way, pass the Cordon del Plata mountain range and Potrerillos Dam, stop in Uspallata, visit Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas, and enjoy time at Los Penitentes ski resort. The route also includes Puente del Inca, the Aconcagua Viewpoint for photos of the highest mountain in the western hemisphere, and Las Cuevas, with the possibility of reaching the Cristo Redentor monument depending on the season and conditions.

With hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels and transport by air-conditioned vehicle, this is a scenic and convenient way to experience the highlights of Mendoza’s high mountain region in a single day.

Travel from Mendoza into the heart of the Andes on a full-day journey through dramatic mountain scenery, historic settlements, and some of the region’s most iconic natural landmarks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Mendoza, Aconcagua
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Mendoza

We will start this activity from centrally located hoteles from 7:30AM

Potrerillos

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.

Uspallata

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.

Picheuta, Polvaredas & Punta de Vacas

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

Los Penitentes

Then, we'll visit Los Penitentes ski resort, where you will have some free time to use the chair lift and get amazing panoramic views of the area (entrance not included).

Aconcagua & Puente del Inca

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.

Las Cuevas

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.

Cristo Redentor

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 route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mendoza 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
  • We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
  • OFFICE NUMBER: (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs)
  • EMERGENCY MOBILE: (After office hours)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Mendoza, AR
Tour start
Mendoza, AR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in Mendoza.

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