Unique experiences in Mendoza
High Mountain Tour – Mendoza
Follow the road that threads Mendoza’s greatest hits—thermal valleys, high-desert towns, and the commanding presence of the Andes—on a full day built for first-time visitors who want the icons without guesswork.
From
$86.000 ARS
per person
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At a glance
Duration
Full day · pickups from ~7:15 · return ~19:00 (exact times vary; pickup rounds ~45 min)
Location
Mendoza city → Andean corridor (Cacheuta to Las Cuevas; Cristo Redentor seasonal)
Language
Spanish-led with English assistance where available — confirm when booking
Level
Light
Group size
Scheduled departures; shared vehicle (confirm capacity when booking)
Season
Year-round departures (Cristo Redentor segment summer-only if open)
Meeting / pickup
Mendoza hotels — from ~7:15 (city pickup rounds ~45 min)
Cancellation
Per voucher terms; itinerary may change for safety—confirm when booking.
Why you’ll love it
The classic Mendoza high-mountain panorama in a single, well-sequenced day.
Landmark after landmark: from reservoir blues near Potrerillos to the high drama of the Aconcagua horizon.
Free time where it matters—Uspallata’s pace, Puente del Inca’s artisan market.
Aconcagua Provincial Park: stand before the continent’s highest summit without committing to a mountaineering expedition.
Cristo Redentor as a seasonal bonus when the route is open—never promised, always memorable.
Professional organisation: clear logistics, safety-first decisions, return around nightfall.
The experience
If you only have one day to read the Andes from the city, this is the chapter most travelers choose. The route climbs the same historic corridor that links Mendoza to the high cordillera: ochre cliffs, ribbons of river, and settlements that feel like outposts on the roof of the world.
You’ll pause at viewpoints and villages long enough to feel the landscape—free time in Uspallata, a wander through the artisan market at Puente del Inca, and a dedicated window in Las Cuevas for lunch on your own (typical restaurant menus in the area are often around AR$ 26.000—bring cash or card).
Aconcagua’s massif anchors the story: the tour includes Aconcagua Provincial Park with its celebrated viewpoints and interpretation of the peak—not a summit climb. Cristo Redentor may appear on the route in summer only, when roads, weather, and authorizations align; it is never guaranteed. Throughout the day, the team prioritises safety—stops and timings flex with weather, traffic, road conditions, and controls.
Itinerary
~07:15 — Hotel pickups begin in Mendoza (full city sweep may take ~45 minutes)
Cacheuta — thermal landscape & photo stop (timing flexible)
Potrerillos — reservoir and mountain views
Uspallata — free time to explore the town’s main streets
Penitentes — short high-mountain stop
Puente del Inca — natural bridge & free time at the artisan market
Aconcagua Provincial Park — viewpoints and interpretation of the massif (not a summit climb)
Las Cuevas — ~1 hour for lunch (not included; pay locally)
Seasonal possibility — Cristo Redentor in summer only, subject to roads, weather, authorisation (not guaranteed)
~19:00 — Return to Mendoza (approximate; may vary with conditions)
What you’ll experience
- Cacheuta & Potrerillos
- Uspallata · Penitentes
- Puente del Inca · Aconcagua Provincial Park
- Las Cuevas · (Cristo Redentor seasonal)
Included · Not included
- Round-trip transport from Mendoza hotels (pickup schedule confirmed at booking)
- Guided sightseeing along the high-mountain route
- Scheduled stops at Cacheuta, Potrerillos, Uspallata, Penitentes, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua Provincial Park, and Las Cuevas (as conditions allow)
- Coordination by Edmar Travel
- Lunch and beverages (budget ~AR$ 26.000 for a typical menu in Las Cuevas—indicative)
- National park or site entrance fees where charged locally
- Optional Cristo Redentor access fees or surcharges when the route is open
- Personal purchases at markets or viewpoints
- Gratuities (optional)
Practical information
What to bring
- ·Passport or ID — sometimes checked on mountain routes
- ·Layers for cold, wind, and strong sun (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- ·Refillable water bottle and light snacks for between stops
- ·Cash and card for lunch in Las Cuevas and any market purchases
- ·Comfortable shoes with grip for uneven ground at viewpoints
Restrictions
Not suitable for guests who cannot manage short walks or stairs at stops. Inform us of health conditions affected by altitude.
Weather
Mountain conditions change quickly; the itinerary adapts for safety—carry a windproof jacket year-round.
Meeting point
Be ready from the confirmed pickup time; the vehicle may arrive anywhere within the hotel window while completing city-wide pickups.
FAQ
Is lunch included?
No. You’ll have about one hour in Las Cuevas to buy your own meal. Local restaurant menus are often around AR$ 26.000 as a rough guide—confirm prices on the day.
What places are visited?
The classic circuit usually includes Cacheuta, Potrerillos, Uspallata, Penitentes, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua Provincial Park, and Las Cuevas, with free time in Uspallata and at the artisan market in Puente del Inca. Exact order and length of stops may change with conditions.
Is Aconcagua included?
Yes—the tour includes Aconcagua Provincial Park with its viewpoints and interpretation of the mountain. This is not a summit expedition; you’ll experience the peak from the park’s accessible sectors.
Is the Cristo Redentor stop guaranteed?
No. Access is seasonal—typically summer—and depends on road status, weather, traffic, and authorisations. When open, it may be added to the route; it can also be cancelled or modified on the day.
What should I bring?
ID, sun protection, warm layers, comfortable shoes, water, and money for lunch and souvenirs. A compact daypack is ideal. Avoid heavy luggage on the vehicle.
Traveler trust
Every stop had a reason—we arrived back tired in the best way, with hundreds of photos and zero logistics stress.
