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Tour Full Day High Mountain: Potrerillos, Uspallata from Mendoza

Location Mendoza, Argentina
$150
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Mountain landscapes unveil their splendor on this popular tour from Mendoza to the Chilean border. Key highlights include the charm of Potrerillos and Cacheuta, both vital to the province's identity.

  • 🏔️ A stop at the ski center Penitentes allows for appreciation of winter snow.
  • 🌉 Witness the Puente del Inca, a natural bridge surrounded by hot springs.
  • 🔭 From a magnificent viewpoint, catch sight of Aconcagua Mountain, the highest peak in America.
  • 🚧 The tour concludes at Las Cuevas near the Chilean border, where a mendozinian lunch is offered in a typical mountain restaurant.

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Tour Full Day High Mountain: Potrerillos, Uspallata from Mendoza
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Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Bilingual guide service during the whole tour.
  • ● Transportation in modern units equipped with air-conditioning and heating.
  • Lunch is not included.

  • After picking up all the travelers at the hotels, we will head to the first stop of this excursion in a journey that lasts approximately one hour.
  • Potrerillos
    Potrerillos will be the first stop, where you can get some fresh air, buy a snack and admire the lake, the Potrerillos Reservoir
  • Uspallata
    Here we will find ourselves in front of a pre-Hispanic settlement of aboriginal Huarpes and also the southernmost point of the Inca empire.
  • Puente Picheuta
    We will visit Villas de Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas.
  • Puente del Inca
    We will continue on our way to the Aconcagua Viewpoint without losing sight of the impressive Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge), a natural architectural work with hot springs.
  • Afterwards, we will visit Los Penitentes ski resort, where you will have free time to ride the chairlift and get incredible panoramic views of the area (entrance fee not included).
  • Parque Provincial - Mirador Del Cerro Aconcagua
    The next stop is a panoramic viewpoint of Cerro Aconcagua, located at 2750 meters (9022 feet) above sea level. From there, head to the Horcones Lagoon and the Aconcagua Provincial Park.
  • Following the international route, you will reach your final destination, the village of Las Cuevas (a European-style village, located at 3200 meters or (10 500 feet) above sea level). Between Las Cuevas and the international tunnel there is a road that allows visitors to access the Christ the Redeemer monument, located at 4200 meters (13 780 feet) above sea level.
  • Mendoza
    It's time to go back to Mendoza and get a good rest! The bus will head back to the Panamerican Highway by the same route and will take you back to the hotel in Mendoza around 7:00 pm.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You should wear comfortable clothes and footwear appropiate for the season of the year. Bring sweets, still mineral water, and sunscreen and a hat in the summer
  • You should carry your documents and cash.
  • PLEASE inform hotel and address.
  • During the cold months, High Mountain activities may be modified by unstable and unpredictable weather conditions, such as road closures or traffic delays.
  • The state of the road is informed by the Gendarmerie the same morning we arrive at Uspallata, so if you decide to take the service there is no refund or rescheduling.
  • The tour is not suspended due to bad weather. We leave the same and we provide our services in the best possible way, depending on the weather conditions of each day.
  • In case we are unable to comply with the original itinerary, the excursion is complemented with an additional itinerary through the Uspallata Valley.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Tour Full Day High Mountain: Potrerillos, Uspallata from Mendoza

    Location Mendoza, Argentina
    $150
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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