The rich dark flavors of an Argentine Malbec are at your fingertips on a personalized Argentina wine tour focused on heritage, tradition, and taste. Experience the pure flavors of the pampas and the Andean foothills. Traverse celebrated vineyards spreading across arid landscape outside of Mendoza. Sample elaborate barbecues, empanadas, and mate. Your exclusive exploration immerses you in the passion of Buenos Aires’ tango scene, high-altitude wineries in the Uco Valley, and the blending of French...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Buenos Aires – Enjoy a Welcome Dinner in Enchanting Buenos Aires
The prestige of Buenos Aires shapes the reputation of Argentina with images of all-night tango clubs, cafes brimming with artists, writers, stunning architecture reflecting vibrant baroque designs, and elegant cuisine favoring steak, ice cream, and wine. Your flight arrives at Ministro Pistraini International Airport, where your private transfer greets you. The people move through the streets with an endless bustle. The outdoor shopping street of Calle Florida was pedestrianized in the 1970s leading between Peru Street and Avenida de Mayo. Men and women in business attire walk from the nearby financial district and singers let their voices echo against the towering buildings lining the walkway.
Your hotel is located in the grandeur of the Recoleta neighborhood, one of the most famous of the 47 barrios creating the distinct ambiance of the city. Grand mansions border the wide boulevards shaded by lush trees. Boutique shops provide bright light and insight into the elegant fashion of the day. Dinner provides a perfect introduction into the delicious flavors of Argentina symbolizing the country’s greater culture. The aroma of buttery pastry dough from empanadas fades beneath the scent of chimichurri sauce topping steak cooked to order. The meal ends with a demonstration on how to properly prepare the celebrated Argentine drink of mate. Loose-leaf tea is served in a strainer with hot but not boiling water, where the leaves can steep for up to five minutes. The herbaceous scent cleans the palate with a soothing, earthy touch.
What's Included:
Day 2
Buenos Aires – Delight in a Half-Day Tour of the City’s European Charms
Day 3
Buenos Aires – Explore More of Buenos Aires’s Neighborhoods and Tango
Day 4
Buenos Aires – Visit a Historic Ranch for an Authentic Day with Gauchos
Day 5
Mendoza – Travel to Mendoza for a Half-Day Tour with Wines and Dinner
Day 6
Mendoza – Relish Splendid Vintages in Mendoza on a Full Day Wine Tour
Day 7
Uco Valley – Transfer to the Uco Valley for a Wine Tasting and Spa Day
Day 8
Uco Valley – Discover Distinct Characteristics of Uco Valley Wines on a Tour
Day 9
Uco Valley – Wander High-Altitude Bodegas before the Afternoon at Leisure
Day 10
Uco Valley – Return to Mendoza and Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Sample the distinctive grape varietals for which Argentina is known in the Primera Zona hosting the Lujan de Cuyo and Maipu growing regions
- Visit an authentic working estancia in the celebrated Argentine pampas where you can participate in folk music, horseback riding, and a barbecue
- Bask in a relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatment during your stay at an exclusive resort in the Uco Valley overlooking the Andes mountains
- Witness the classic, seductive movements of the tango with a fabulous show in the spirited Argentina capital city of Buenos Aires
- Explore the delectable wineries around the Uco Valley, home to diverse characteristics of wines shaped by properties of the dry, high-altitude soil
- Discover the captivating charms of Buenos Aires within the diverse neighborhoods like colorful La Boca and elegant Recoleta
- Indulge in the hardy and heartfelt cuisine of Argentina with an introductory meal of the varied flavors influenced by local and international traditions
- Delight in the wineries’ ability to blend Argentine winemaking heritage with European traditions and contemporary sustainability or practices
Detailed Description
Enjoy the luxurious side of South American gastronomy during your 10-day wine tour of Argentina. Your exclusive experience takes you through the boutique bodegas of Mendoza, and charming neighborhoods of Buenos Aires tailored to your preferred exploratory and culinary tastes. Whether an ardent fan of Argentine wines or newly inducted into the diverse samplings of the wine regions along the arid Andean plateau, you can relish your induction into the dramatic landscapes, welcoming culture, and famous culinary delights of Argentina.
You start on the wine road of Argentina with your arrival in Buenos Aires. The enchanting capital city celebrates culture around the fascinating 47 barrios creating the dynamic ambiance for which the city is known. The diverse colors, cafes, and museums reflect the variety the city offers visitors and residents culminating in a reflection of a city born out of the Spanish colonization of the 16th century. Experience the charms of the pampas outside of the urban center in a traditional estancia celebrating the heritage of ranching in the country, from horseback riding to a decadent barbecue.
The marvels of Mendoza emanate from the tranquil atmosphere of tree-lined streets and scenic vineyards. Family-run bodegas support the diversity of the different winegrowing regions of Maipu and Lujan de Cuyo. From sampling the local cuisine to tasting the stunning varietals thriving in the distinct climates of the low and high-altitude ranges of the Uco Valley. Relax in the spa of a secluded resort overlooking the Andean foothills and wander through the vines of the lush estates during private and semi-private tours highlighting the best wines of the micro-climates. We only partner with the top Argentina travel companies in the industry. Click here to learn more.
Starting Price
$4,100 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
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