Adventure, Wine and Relax in Mendoza

Discover Mendoza and combine in one stay Leisure, Adventure and Wine & Culinary experiences.

Relax while staying in world-class wine lodges, discover amazing awarded wineries to live a gastronomical experience that will wake your senses or immerse in the Andes for a hike adventure in Quebrada del Durazno. 

Either  Enjoy active holidays or slow travel, Mendoza makes it possible!

On a 5 day trip it is possible to combine great culinary experiences, discover Huarpe local communities and visit the main valleys where the best wines are produced.

Startin Mendoza City with a walking tour to discover the green parks and the city’s iconic sites.In the evening immerse in Argentinean gastronomy, taking time to learn, prepare and be delighted by traditional dishes. Enjoy a fantastic experience cooking in a local restaurant, sharing stories and recipes with the local chef who will tell you about his kitchen secrets.

Wine lovers will be challenged with a wide range of wineries to be visited around Mendoza City. Along with specialized guides, you will visit two different  wineries, tour around their facilities and vineyards to understand the process of elaboration from the harvest of the grapes to the bottling of the wine and finally enjoy a wine testing experience.

For the upcoming days in Mendoza you can choose many options to explore the area:

  • High Mountains visit, where you will get majestic views of Cordon del Plata mountain range and Potrerillos Dam. As you continue, visit Uspallata, a pre-Hispanic settlement of aboriginal Huarpes and the southernmost point of the Inca Empire. Later on, arrive at Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge), a natural architectural work with thermal springs. The trip continues till we reach the viewpoint of Mt. Aconcagua, the colossus of America of 6959 meters, from where we access the Horcones Lagoon and the Aconcagua Provincial Park.
  • High Andes + Trekking Quebrada del Durazno:  Along the way we will see the most beautiful mountains of Mendoza and the small villages on the International Route 7: Potrerillos, Uspallata, Puente del Inca, Penitentes Skiing Resort and Horcones Gorge at the foot of Mt. Aconcagua. Once we arrive at Aconcagua Park, we will start a 2.30 hs trekking through the Quebrada del Durazno with stunning scenery of the Horcones Valley, and an imposing view of Mt. Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America. (6962 masl). On our way back to Mendoza, we will stop in Uspallata to enjoy a late lunch and finally return to the city in the evening.
  • Altos Limpios and Huarpe Native Community: We will drive northeast to visit a Huarpe community. The visit starts with the Telteca Natural and Cultural Reserve. In these drylands there are currently eleven Huarpe communities that still maintain and respect their traditions and social structure. This Reserve protects the forests of native carob, flora and fauna such as the crowned eagle. Then, discover the dunes of Altos Limpios, where we will take a short walk to a viewpoint with beautiful panoramic views. We will continue to the historic town of Asunción to visit one of the Huarpes families where you will taste a homemade lunch: empanadas, bread, pot meat and goat baked in a clay oven will be part of the menu and we can learn about the recipes and customs of the family. After lunch, we will take a walk through the community and we can participate in a small loom workshop, learning the different techniques and taking home what we made.

The last 2 days, discover Uco Valley visiting great wineries framed by Cordón del Plata Mountain range. Stay at the selected boutique hotel or wine lodges with amazing views of the surrounding mountains and vineyards. Visit wineries of world-wide recognized wines due to the quality terroir.

A destination not to be missed in your next Argentina trip. A perfect balance between discovery, gastronomy, adventure and leisure

REFINEMENT, NATURE & WINE IN MENDOZA

Live and breath wine culture in an unbeatable setting at the foothills of the Andes Mountains.

South of the capital of Mendoza, in the town of Tunuyán and located in a farm of 320 hectares at the foot of the Andes Mountain Range, Casa de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort offers a high-end service with the warmth of the countryside and where wine and the vineyards are the protagonist.

The establishment stands out for a sleek minimalistic style with a modern edge that still pays the utmost respect to the land, in a valley that has the Andes as an imposing backdrop. Stones from San Rafael, hardwoods, custom furniture and lots of natural light characterize the construction, which houses seven rooms and nine suites, in addition to three recently opened private villas, all very spacious and fully equipped.

In this spectacular Andean resort, gastronomy plays a central role. The menu of its restaurant is a faithful reflection of local haute cuisine, incorporating organic vegetables, local seasonal products and the best wines of the Uco Valley.

Casa de Uco offers the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation, with activities tailored to each guest, all centered around the incredible landscape, vineyards and mountains. 

Depending on the season and climate, you can take advantage of all the services and facilities on the farm. Nature reigns throughout its length and can be enjoyed trekking or horseback riding at the foot of the mountain range, or cycling through the vineyards. It is also possible to play tennis, take a horse-drawn carriage ride, or explore the ecological reserve and mountains.

You can’t miss a relaxing visit to the spa to enjoy a massage session, special treatments based on vines and hydrotherapy, saunas, dry and steam baths. Outside, an infinity pool with jacuzzi and solarium, spread over the lagoons, invites you to pleasant baths with endless landscape postcards.

Indoors, you can complement your experience with cooking lessons and wine tastings held by the expert staff. The estate is outfitted with an exclusive boutique winery, to which guests are invited to live authentic wine experiences. With a keen eye for vanguard design and crafted with the latest in modern technology, the winery includes state of the art equipment for wine production, harvesting, and creating fine wines. 

At the foundational soul of the resort, the underground wine cava, which stores an impressive selection of some of the best wines in the region, you can ́t miss a special wine tasting led by an expert sommelier. Learn about the entire winemaking process, from planting to final product, knowing the vineyards and winery facilities. The “backstage” of wine.

Casa de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort offers a relaxing ambiance radiating sophistication and comfort, created to relish the unbeatable panoramic views.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Rates include: 

  • Breakfast À la carte in the restaurant.
  • Wi-Fi.
  • Mini-bar with 2 non-alcoholic drinks per room per day.
  • Nespresso coffee and 2 capsules per room per day and a selection of snacks from Mendoza. 
  • Biking and horseback riding in the property. 
  • Use of tennis court, bows and arrows.
  • Use of Uco Spa, outdoor pool and heated external jacuzzi, exercise room. 

Optionals: Guided tour and wine tasting at Casa de Uco Winery, trekking, Cooking lessons among other activities

It is possible to add half or full board supplement for an additional cost.

 

LUXURY GETAWAY IN THE DELTA

Leave Buenos Aires for a couple of days to relax and enjoy nature. Only 45 minutes north of the city and a boat ride after, recruit yourself in a bungalow surrounded by lush vegetation, be delighted with an all-inclusive gourmet proposal and benefit from a laid-back schedule hiking on the island, kayaking or swimming.

La Becasina Delta Lodge is an exclusive hotel located on the Tigre river delta. The complex consists of a main lodge, pool and outdoor bar, living areas, and guest cabins connected by catwalks. It was specially designed for rest and privacy, and feels like a remote sophisticated treehouse. It’s all about leisure and luxury here, ideal for couples.

There are 15 individual wooden bungalows; elevated, surrounded by water and hidden among the lush vegetation. They all have a private deck overlooking the water and chaises lounges to rest. The bungalows are simple but luxurious; with white patinated walls, cane furniture and paintings that reflect the harmony of the place and converge with each other to ensure maximum well-being.

Bathrooms are constructed with quebracho wood, with an oversized bathtub and a shower box also. Large windows offer reading light and a king-sized bed topped with elegant linens provides the best rest. There‘s no TV and all bungalows have central heating and air conditioning to ensure greater comfort according to the different temperatures of the year.

The lodge operates according to an all-inclusive structure that provides meals and a twice–daily open bar. Before lunch and dinner, guests are welcome to the indoor or outdoor bar for happy hour and hors d’oeuvres. The varied cocktails prepared by an expert bartender are perfect to enjoy the sunset.

Lunch is usually served outdoors and dinner is in the more formal dining room. The daily menu for each meal includes an entree, a main course, dessert, drinks (mineral water, wine and soda) and tea or coffee. 

If the stillness is too much for you, there’s a varied program of activities perfect for nature lovers and to explore the island: pedal boats are a great and easy option to go through the streams, swimming, fishing or simply enjoying the natural surroundings. Kayaks will allow you to explore the Delta area and you may hire an instructor to join you if you don’t have previous experience. There are also several open hiking paths into the interior of the island. 

If you visit Buenos Aires, this lodge is perfect to rest and relax for a couple of days after the agitated life of the city. This will certainly be one of the most relaxing weekends of your life!

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Min. 2 nights stay.
  • Rates include: Open bar of non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day. / Happy hour with free drinks and hors d’oeuvres before each lunch and dinner. / Buffet breakfast. Daily menu for lunch and dinner. / Wine in the main meals. / Internet service. / Use of all sports and entertainment facilities (pedal boats, kayaks, swimming pool, guided walks on the island). / IN / OUT River Transportation to the Hotel.
  • Not included: Telephone use. / Room service (available for breakfast only). / Tips. / Snacks. / Guides or instructors for any activity. / Massage service. / Alcoholic beverages outside the hours of Happy Hour, lunch and dinner.

Viñas de Cafayate, vineyard framed hotel in Salta

In the land of sun and wine, there is a place that invites all bon vivant lovers to do what they do best: enjoy a good time while delighting the eyes and the palate.

Imagine yourself waking up in a place surrounded by fresh air, green hills and vine arbors bathed by sunlight.  At Viñas de Cafayate, this dream comes true. In this hotel, you will find the perfect combination of flavor and views. Is there a better way to spend our holidays?

The facility is located three kilometers away from Cafayate’s downtown on the way to El Divisadero community and Finca Las Nubes winery, one of the must-sees in Cafayate. The hotel’s style is colonial, to combine with the traditional style of the northern estates.  All the rooms are fully equipped to satisfy the most demanding guests and all have direct access to the gallery that surrounds the hotel. The decoration stands out for its simplicity and elegance.

This wine resort, as they call it, certainly has it all: twenty-two single, double and triple rooms with king, twin or queen size beds. There are three different room categories, each one with different conveniences. It is also important to remark that all the rooms have a view either to the vineyards, to the hills, or to the garden. The guests will also enjoy a large communal swimming pool, great air conditioning, and superb views of the vineyards. During their stay, guests can take walks around the vineyards and delight their senses with the smell of grapes and fresh air.

In terms of gastronomy, at Viñas the Cafayate restaurant, you will taste delicious wines from the hotel’s cellar, which holds the most refined selection to suit all palates, and you will also be able to savor international level dishes that mix traditional flavors with gourmet culture.  Regarding the service, the hospitality and personalized attention are present at all times. The hotel is managed by the owners, who always make sure to guarantee guests’ comfort.

Certainly, this hotel is a place where you can grasp the essence of the wine culture and of the northern spirit. As an extra suggestion to finish a wonderful journey around Cafayate, we suggest to Visit the two destinations above-mentioned: Finca Las Nubes, a family owned winery, and El Divisadero community, where you can learn about farming culture by spending time with members of local communities and even stay in their houses in some cases.

Hotel Viñas De Cafayate Wine Resort at night?, Cafayate, Salta Province, North Argentina

If you wish to obtain more information about this hotel, please do not hesitate to contact us at Kallpa Tour Operator!