Highlights

• 16 nights Accommodation: Mendoza (3) - San Rafael (2) - Malargue (2) - Varvarco (2) - Villa Pehuenia (2) - S. M. de los Andes (2) - Villa Traful (1) - Bariloche (2)
• Mendoza wine regions (Maipú, Luján de Cuyo, Valle de Uco)
• High Mountain Route with views of Aconcagua Summit
• Piedra Infinita winery – one of the world’s best
• Atuel Canyon – dramatic geological formations
• Cuesta de los Terneros & Las Leñas – scenic Andean mountain drive
• La Payunia – surreal volcanic landscape (4x4 recommended)
• Cuesta del Chihuido & Bardas Blancas – remote, scenic backcountry routes
• Domuyo Protected Natural Area – hiking & alpine lakes
• Villa Pehuenia – tranquil lakeside village surrounded by Araucaria forests
• Seven Lakes Road – one of Argentina’s most scenic drives
• Lake Huechulafquen – turquoise waters at the foot of Lanín Volcano
• Villa Traful – hidden gem on Lake Traful
• Bahía Manzano & Arrayanes Forest (via Villa La Angostura)
• Bariloche – chocolate capital with alpine charm and Patagonian landscapes

• ITINERARY - click for more

  Day 1 – MENDOZA – Arrival at the airport and pick up of the rental car. Free time to visit the wineries in Maipú or Luján de Cuyo.

  Day 2 – MENDOZA – Free day to explore the different vineyard regions or take the High Mountain Route to admire the Aconcagua Summit. (B)

  Day 3 – MENDOZA – Another day at leisure for wine tasting or mountain excursions. (B)

  Day 4 – MENDOZA / SAN RAFAEL – Departure along Route 40, passing through the Valle de Uco wine region. Optional stop at Piedra Infinita winery, one of the world’s top-rated. Continue to San Rafael. (B)

  Day 5 – SAN RAFAEL – Visit the Atuel Canyon, a stunning geological formation shaped over millions of years by wind and water erosion. (B)

  Day 6 – SAN RAFAEL / MALARGÜE – Travel along Route 147 to connect with Route 40. Pass through Cuesta de los Terneros, El Sosneado, and Las Leñas, known for its breathtaking summer landscapes. (B)

  Day 7 – MALARGÜE – Excursion to La Payunia, a volcanic region with extraordinary scenery. A 4×4 tour is highly recommended. (B)

  Day 8 – MALARGÜE / VARVARCO – Head north through Cuesta del Chihuido and Bardas Blancas, passing small villages en route to Varvarco. (B)

  Day 9 – VARVARCO – Explore the area’s natural beauty: Varvarco Lagoons, Epulauquen Lagoons, or hike in the Domuyo Protected Natural Area. (B)

  Day 10 – VARVARCO / VILLA PEHUENIA – Drive via RN 40 and RP 13, passing through the towns of Las Lajas and Zapala before arriving in Villa Pehuenia. (B)

  Day 11 – VILLA PEHUENIA – Free day to relax and enjoy the serene mountain surroundings. (B)

  Day 12 – VILLA PEHUENIA / SAN MARTÍN DE LOS ANDES – Travel south along the Andes, passing through Junín de los Andes to reach San Martín de los Andes. (B)

  Day 13 – SAN MARTÍN DE LOS ANDES – Suggested visit to Lake Huechulafquen for scenic views and outdoor activities. (B)

  Day 14 – SAN MARTÍN DE LOS ANDES / VILLA TRAFUL – Drive the scenic Seven Lakes Route, then connect with Route 65 to reach Villa Traful, a quiet lakeside village. (B)

  Day 15 – VILLA TRAFUL / BARILOCHE – Drive along Lake Traful to Villa La Angostura. Recommended stop at Bahía Manzano and its port, departure point for excursions to the Arrayanes Forest. Continue to Bariloche. (B)

  Day 16 – BARILOCHE – Free day to explore Bariloche at your own pace. (B)

  Day 17 – BARILOCHE – Drive to the airport, return the rental car, and board your scheduled flight. (B)

Dates & Rates USD

Included

• Accommodations 16 Nights in 3* & 4* Hotels
• Daily Breakfast
• Car Rental 16 days - Cat C Model Etios 5PX1.5 LTS 6M/T or similar - Basic Insurance CDW and One Way Drop Off Fee

Not Included

• Flights, Tips & Gratuities, City Tax (if applicable paid locally)
• Items & expenses of a personal nature, and any items not mentioned in “ Included”

Price per person in US $ Dollars.  Minimum 2 passengers.
Rates & hotel availability subject to change. Hotel if not available similar hotel will be given.
High season surcharges may apply.
NOT valid: New Year, Carnival, Champion Parade, Easter, congress, holidays or other events in cities.