Day 1
Buenos Aires
Welcome to Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina! You will be met upon arrival and escorted to your boutique hotel by private vehicle. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Argentina is a must-visit destination for any wine lover. Its high-altitude, low-humidity vineyards produce wines of exemplary balance and crispness. From world-renowed Malbecs to aromatic Torrentés and silky Bonardas, Argentina will provide you with a diversity of unique flavors to sip and savor, grown from one of the most stunningly beautiful landscapes on Earth.
Your custom journey will start with a private city tour and tango lesso in the dazzling city of Buenos Aires, and from here you will launch northward to the famed Salta region. Your private driver guide will take you on a multi-day road trip through the stunning desert landscapes of Salta, stopping to sample the extraordinary local cuisines and wines along the way. Meander through the otherworldly rocky outcrops of the Quebrada de Las Flechas, admire the stately saguaro cacti of Los Cardones National Park and wind down each day by sipping a glass of wine in the comfort of your boutique accommodation.
Your trip will culminate with a few days spent in the Uco Valley outside of Mendoza, Argentina’s most famed wine region and home of some of the best Malbecs and Chardonnays in the world. Here, your days are spent sampling delicious wines at family-run wineries and indulging your tastebuds in the region’s finest cuisine. Experience an authentic glimpse of daily life in the Uco Valley, on horseback, bicycle, or with a fly-fishing excursion.
This is the perfect South American itinerary for people looking to experience Argentina’s finest wines while also enjoying its majestic landscapes, gracious people, and rich culture. Consider extending your trip to Patagonia, where you can visit local wineries to sample Rieslings, Semillons, and Pinot Noirs while enjoying the staggering natural beauty of the region’s glaciers, mountains, and lakes.
Welcome to Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina! You will be met upon arrival and escorted to your boutique hotel by private vehicle. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
After breakfast you will enjoy a city tour with your private guide, taking in the history, culture, and sights of Buenos Aires. After an afternoon at leisure you will sip wine and dine upon a gourmet dinner while enjoying an evening tango show.
This morning you will return to the Buenos Aires airport to catch your flight north to Salta. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a private transfer to your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure.
The city of Salta is known for its colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and scenic landscapes and today you will explore the city with your private guide. You will visit the fascinating Museum of High Altitude Archaeology and enjoy a sumptuous dinner, fine wine, and Andean folk music at the classic La Casona Des Molinos restaurant.
Today your private guide will take you on a scenic road trip through the Argentine countryside. You will pause to take in the stunning views of the rugged landscapes and Argentine Saguaro cacti in Los Cardones National Park before stopping in the quaint town of Cachi for lunch. You will continue on to your next hotel, nestled along the banks of the Calchaqui River.
Today you will visit the oldest working winery in Argentina, Bodega Colomé. You will learn about the challenges of winemaking at altitude, taste different varietals of wine, and enjoy a delicious lunch sourced from the estate’s organic farm. Admire the colorful art installations at the on-site James Turrell Light Museum before returning to your hotel.
This morning you will meander your way through the dream-like landscape and jagged rock formations of the Quebrada de Las Flechas as you journey southward toward your next destination, Cafayate. Known as “the Tuscany of Argentina”, Cafayate is a tranquil town surrounded by mountains that is known for its sweet white wine, Torrentes. Your boutique hotel is located at the stunningly beautiful El Esteco Winery.
Cafayate is the second-largest wine-producing region in Argentina after Mendoza, and today you will sip and savor your way around the region visiting different bodegas on a wine tour. Discover the secrets to perfect wine-making in a high altitude environment and savor the flavors of the region’s renown Malbec and Torrontes Rioja.
Today you will fly to to Mendoza, Argentina, via Buenos Aires. You will be met upon arrival in Mendoza and you will enjoy a two-hour private transfer to the luxuriant Uco Valley, Argentina’s famed wine-making region.
Today is an wine lover’s delight, as you explore several of the family-run wineries throughout the Uco Valley. See, swirl, sniff, sip, and savor your way through three different wineries, with a delectable lunch included along the way. Upon your return to The Vines you can finish the day with a leisurely stroll through the lagoon-laden grounds or a rejuvenating soak in the hot tub under a star-studded sky.
Following a leisurely breakfast, today is yours to explore and enjoy a genuine glimpse of life in the Uco Valley by choosing from the many bespoke adventures The Vines has on offer. Relax and revive in the on-site vineyards, head out for a peaceful horseback ride accompanied by an authentic gaucho, or spend the afternoon fly-fishing the crystal-clear waters of the Rio Mendoza. Savor the culinary delights of Siete Fuegos, the award-winning onsite restaurant known for its inspired regional dishes showcasing Argentina’s famous beef. Don’t forget to save time for a little relaxation and restoration at the spa.
Bid farewell to the Uco Valley as your private transfer drives you north to Mendoza. Arrive in time to catch your departing flight back to Buenos Aires to begin your journey home.
Other accommodations are available. Please call to see what may fit your style of travel best.
