Unique experiences in Mendoza
Valle de Uco & Cordón del Plata
Follow the road where the Andes step closer to the vines: wide skies over Valle de Uco, the sculptural presence of Cordón del Plata, and a day that balances panoramas with the rhythm of a working wine region—plus an optional pause at Bodega Atamisque if you choose to taste.
From
$86.000 ARS
per person
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At a glance
Duration
Full day · departure ~07:30 · return ~17:00 (~9.5 h; timing may vary)
Location
Valle de Uco — Cristo Rey, Manzano Histórico, productive corridor, Bodega Atamisque (Cordón del Plata backdrop)
Language
Spanish-led with English support where available — confirm when booking
Level
Light
Group size
Scheduled group departures (confirm capacity when booking)
Season
Fridays + possible seasonal departures
Meeting / pickup
Mendoza — departure ~07:30 (confirm at booking)
Cancellation
Per voucher terms; winery optional fees may change—confirm when booking.
Why you’ll love it
Cordón del Plata on the horizon—mountain drama behind orderly Uco vineyards.
Cristo Rey: monument scale and a sweeping introduction to the valley’s depth.
Manzano Histórico: heritage and local character off the main highway.
The productive corridor: see how agriculture and wine shape daily life in the Uco.
Bodega Atamisque: optional visit and tasting for those who want a focused wine moment (extra).
A relaxed, elegant pace—landscape first, glass optional.
The experience
Valle de Uco doesn’t rush. Between Tunuyán and Tupungato, the landscape opens into rows, adobe walls, and peaks that feel within reach—especially when Cordón del Plata fills the horizon. This tour is built for travellers who want space: mountain light, agricultural calm, and the story of a valley that has become synonymous with world-class wine without losing its small-town pulse.
The day begins with elevation and perspective at the Cristo Rey monument and its panoramic viewpoint—an introduction in stone and sky. From there, Manzano Histórico adds texture: heritage, local character, and a sense of how communities took root in this high-desert generosity.
Lunch is taken at a local restaurant along the route (not included in the tour price; budget roughly AR$ 25.000 per person—indicative and subject to change). Afterwards, the route threads the productive corridor—vineyards, orchards, and the visual rhythm of the Uco—before pausing at Bodega Atamisque. A winery visit and tasting there is optional and billed separately on site (approximately AR$ 25.000 per person—confirm current rates). You may treat the stop as a scenic break or lean into the glass—either way, the framing is Valle de Uco at its most spacious and scenic.
Itinerary
~07:30 — Departure from Mendoza (pickup point confirmed at booking)
Cristo Rey — monument and panoramic viewpoint (photo stops)
Manzano Histórico — heritage visit and free time to explore
Lunch — local restaurant (not included; ~AR$ 25.000 pp approximate)
Valle de Uco productive corridor — scenic drive through vineyards and rural Uco
Bodega Atamisque — scheduled stop; optional winery visit & tasting (not included; ~AR$ 25.000 pp approximate, paid on site if participating)
~17:00 — Return to Mendoza (approximate; traffic may vary)
What you’ll experience
- Cristo Rey viewpoint
- Manzano Histórico
- Valle de Uco productive corridor
- Bodega Atamisque (optional tasting)
Included · Not included
- Round-trip transport from Mendoza on the scheduled programme
- Guided sightseeing: Cristo Rey, Manzano Histórico, scenic Uco corridor
- Scheduled stop at Bodega Atamisque (participation in paid tasting optional)
- Coordination by Edmar Travel
- Lunch and beverages at the restaurant (budget ~AR$ 25.000 pp — indicative)
- Winery visit and tasting fees at Bodega Atamisque if you choose to join (~AR$ 25.000 pp — indicative; confirm on site)
- Personal purchases at wineries or local shops
- Gratuities (optional)
Practical information
What to bring
- ·Sun protection, hat, sunglasses — Uco light is strong at altitude
- ·Layers for cool mornings and warm afternoons; light wind shell helps
- ·Cash and card for lunch and optional Atamisque tasting
- ·Camera; comfortable shoes for short walks at viewpoints and winery
Restrictions
Winery participation may require advance notice—ask when booking. Inform us of dietary needs for lunch.
Weather
Mountain weather can shift; the vehicle programme adapts for comfort and safety.
Meeting point
Meeting point or hotel pickup confirmed after booking—please be punctual; Uco days run on coordinated timing.
FAQ
Is lunch included?
No. You’ll stop at a local restaurant where lunch is paid directly. Budget roughly AR$ 25.000 per person as a ballpark—menus and prices change with the season and venue.
Is the winery tasting included?
No. The tour includes a scheduled stop at Bodega Atamisque, but the visit and tasting are optional extras paid at the winery if you choose to participate—typically around AR$ 25.000 per person, subject to change.
What places are visited?
The route features the Cristo Rey monument and viewpoint, Manzano Histórico, a scenic crossing of Valle de Uco’s productive corridor with Cordón del Plata as a constant backdrop, and a stop at Bodega Atamisque. Order and dwell times may flex slightly with traffic and group pace.
Is this a wine tour or a scenic excursion?
Both, by design. The backbone of the day is scenic—the monument, historic village, and sweeping Uco landscapes. The winery stop lets you add a wine-focused chapter if you wish, without turning the entire day into a multi-tasting circuit.
What time do we return?
You’ll typically be back in Mendoza around 17:00. Exact arrival can shift with traffic, optional tasting length, and road conditions.
Traveler trust
We wanted the Uco without a packed tasting schedule—the drive and the light were enough; Atamisque was the cherry on top.
