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10 Days in Mendoza: A Journey of Wine and Nature

Elisete Nedel

Elisete Nedel

23 Oct 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Mendoza, Argentina, exploring stunning plazas, parks, museums, and vineyards. Discover the rich history, natural beauty, and exquisite wines of this enchanting region.

Trip to Mendoza

Day 1
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$0

Plaza España
Lively landscaped plaza featuring extensive Spanish-style tiles, shaded benches & a fountain.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Terraza Jardín Mirador – Arq. Gerardo Américo Andía
Outdoor patio at the top of a municipal building featuring panoramic vistas & summer concerts.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Free
Day 2
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$0

Mercado Central
Lively indoor market featuring colorful butcher counters, produce vendors & hot-food stands.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Paseo La Alameda
Shady avenue of trees honoring General San Martín, first planted in 1808 & lined with bookstalls.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 1

Plaza San Martin
Verdant, landscaped square featuring shaded benches & a big equestrian statue of General San Martín.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque Central
Grassy recreational area home to a lake, an art museum & a plaza with a huge sundial.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 1

Island Lake, Park Gral. San Martin
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Monument to the Army of the Andes
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 5
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$25

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$ 1

Museo de Ciencias Naturales y Antropológicas Juan Cornelio Moyano
Modern structure housing natural & anthropological science exhibits for all ages.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$25
11 - 14 min

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La Enoteca
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 1

Plaza Independencia, Mendoza
Landscaped square & lively hangout featuring shade trees, a semicircular fountain & vendors.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
336 - 404 min

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O'Higgins Park
Chile’s 2nd-largest public park, this sprawling green space features a theme park & arena.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Free
Day 7
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$0

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$ 1

Turismo Uspallata
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
195 - 234 min

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Uspallata Pass
Marked by a religious monument, this historic Andean pass provides a link between Chile & Argentina.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
Day 8
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$50

Bodega Los Toneles
Guided tours of the production facilities, with tastings of wine & olive oil, plus a restaurant.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$50
Day 9
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$50

Bodega La Rural - Museo del Vino San Felipe
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$50
Day 10
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$0

Parque General San Martín
Expansive urban park featuring a lake, a rose garden & promenades lined with statuary.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $129 In total

Activities & Food:$125
Transport:$4