Trip highlights
- 1Malbec bodega tours in Luján de Cuyo
- 2Aconcagua Provincial Park views
- 3Maipú vineyard bike tour
- 4Plaza Independencia and Parque General San Martín
- 5Argentine asado and steakhouse dinners
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Day-by-day plan
Arrival & Plaza Independencia
Tuesday, April 6
Est. spend
$107
per person
🌅 Morning
Arrival and check-in near Plaza Independencia
Mendoza Airport to Plaza Independencia
Land at Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport and transfer to a hotel in central Mendoza.
Mendoza's grid of tree-lined avenues makes the center very walkable once you settle in.
☀️ Afternoon
Plaza Independencia and Parque General San Martín
Parque General San Martín, Mendoza
Stroll the central plaza's art fair before walking through the sprawling 19th-century park designed with views of the Andes.
Climb the Cerro de la Gloria monument inside the park for one of the city's best Andes panoramas.
🌙 Evening
First Malbec tasting and parrilla dinner
Av. Arístides Villanueva, Mendoza
Sample a flight of Mendoza Malbecs at a wine bar before a classic Argentine steakhouse dinner.
This strip is Mendoza's main nightlife street, lined with wine bars and parrillas.
🍽️ Meals
Hotel breakfast
Argentine · $6
Anna Bistro
Argentine · $14
Don Mario Parrilla
Argentine steakhouse · $32
Maipú Vineyard Bike Tour
Wednesday, April 7
Est. spend
$127
per person
🌅 Morning
Maipú bodega bike tour
Maipú wine region, Mendoza
Rent a bicycle and pedal between family-run wineries in the Maipú valley, tasting Malbec, Bonarda, and Torrontés along the way.
Pace your tastings across the day — most bike tours stop at 3-4 bodegas, each with generous pours.
☀️ Afternoon
Olive oil and chocolate tasting
Maipú wine region, Mendoza
Stop at a family-run olive grove and small-batch chocolate shop along the bike route for a savory-sweet break.
Olive oil here is some of Argentina's best — a tasting often comes with fresh bread for dipping.
🌙 Evening
Vineyard sunset dinner
Luján de Cuyo wine region, Mendoza
Dine at a bodega restaurant overlooking the vines with the Andes silhouetted at sunset.
Book vineyard restaurant dinners a day or two ahead — the best tables fill up quickly in harvest season.
🍽️ Meals
Hotel breakfast
Argentine · $6
Bodega lunch stop
Argentine · $16
Vineyard restaurant
Argentine fine dining · $40
Luján de Cuyo Premium Bodegas
Thursday, April 8
Est. spend
$118
per person
🌅 Morning
Premium bodega tour in Luján de Cuyo
Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Visit one of the region's flagship high-altitude wineries for a behind-the-scenes tour of barrel rooms and a guided reserve Malbec tasting.
High-altitude vineyards here produce some of Argentina's most awarded Malbecs — ask about reserve and single-vineyard bottlings.
☀️ Afternoon
Architectural bodega and art gallery visit
Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
Tour a striking modern winery known for its architecture and on-site contemporary art collection.
Some of Mendoza's wineries double as architectural landmarks — worth visiting even for non-wine lovers.
🌙 Evening
Asado cooking class
Mendoza city center
Learn the art of Argentine asado, grilling various cuts over wood coals, from a local parrillero followed by the meal you prepared.
This is a hands-on, communal experience — great for groups or couples wanting to learn beyond just eating the food.
🍽️ Meals
Hotel breakfast
Argentine · $6
Bodega tasting room snacks
Argentine · $12
Asado class meal
Argentine steakhouse · $0 · Included in cooking class price
Aconcagua Foothills & Departure
Friday, April 9
Est. spend
$161
per person
🌅 Morning
Aconcagua Provincial Park viewpoint drive
Aconcagua Provincial Park, near Mendoza
Drive into the high Andes toward Uspallata and the Aconcagua Provincial Park entrance for views of the tallest peak in the Americas.
On clear days you can see the summit from the Laguna de Horcones viewpoint a short walk from the parking area.
☀️ Afternoon
Puente del Inca natural rock formation
Puente del Inca, Mendoza Province
Visit the unusual natural stone bridge formation and old thermal bath ruins on the route back from the mountains.
Roadside stands here sell local honey and dried fruit — good for a snack before the drive back.
🌙 Evening
Farewell wine dinner and airport transfer
Mendoza city center to Mendoza Airport
Enjoy a final Mendoza Malbec pairing dinner before transferring to the airport for departure.
Allow at least an hour for the airport transfer, more during harvest season traffic.
🍽️ Meals
Hotel breakfast
Argentine · $6
Uspallata roadside restaurant
Argentine · $14
Siete Cocinas
Argentine fine dining · $38
Before you go
📅 Best time to visit
March to May covers the grape harvest (vendimia) with the most atmosphere in the wineries; October to December brings blooming vineyards and mild temperatures, while summer (December–February) can be very hot.
🛂 Visas
Most Western nationalities (US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia) can enter Argentina visa-free for up to 90 days as tourists with a passport valid for the duration of stay.
💱 Currency
The Argentine peso (ARS) fluctuates significantly; bring US dollars in cash to exchange at official or hotel rates, and use cards or transfer apps for everyday purchases as exchange rates can change rapidly.
🆘 Emergency numbers
police: 911
ambulance: 107
💬 Things you won't find in a guidebook
- Mendoza's wine region is best explored via organized bike tours, private drivers, or designated-driver arrangements — drinking and driving laws are strictly enforced
- March hosts the Vendimia harvest festival, Mendoza's biggest celebration, with parades and a beauty pageant — book accommodation well ahead if visiting then
- Altitude in the Aconcagua foothills can affect some visitors even on a day trip — stay hydrated
- Lunch in Argentina is typically eaten late (1-3pm) and dinner very late (9-11pm) — adjust your schedule accordingly
- Tipping around 10% is customary at restaurants, though check if a cubierto (table service charge) is already included
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