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Mendoza: A Wine Lover's Paradise

jorge yánez yacoubian

jorge yánez yacoubian

12 Dec 2023

Embark on a 5-day journey through the picturesque vineyards and cultural landmarks of Mendoza, Argentina. Indulge in exquisite wines, explore historic sites, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this enchanting city.

Trip to Mendoza

Day 1Wine Tasting at Bodega Escorihuela Gascón
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$56

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$ 2

Bodega Escorihuela Gascón
Long-running wine estate known for Malbec & Cabernet Sauvignon, with tours & a high-end restaurant.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
9 - 11 min

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Plaza España
Lively landscaped plaza featuring extensive Spanish-style tiles, shaded benches & a fountain.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Portones del Parque General San Martín
Wrought iron gates with gilded shields, lamps & a flying condor at the entrance to San Martin Park.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Museo de Ciencias Naturales y Antropológicas Juan Cornelio Moyano
Modern structure housing natural & anthropological science exhibits for all ages.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
10 - 15 min

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El Patio de Jesus Maria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 2Art and Nature at MMAMM and Pueblos Originarios Park
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$43

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$ 1

Bodega Los Toneles
Guided tours of the production facilities, with tastings of wine & olive oil, plus a restaurant.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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MMAMM
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Pueblos Originarios Park
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
19 - 28 min

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Cerro de la Gloria
A monument with dramatic sculptures honoring the Army of the Andes sits atop this small mountain.
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Symplex Chile Estetica Automotri
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Discovering History at Plaza Independencia and Museo del Pasado Cuyano
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$35

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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
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Museo del Pasado Cuyano
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
7 - 9 min

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Parque General San Martín
Expansive urban park featuring a lake, a rose garden & promenades lined with statuary.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Punta del Lago
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 4Wine Heritage and Cultural Treasures
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$45

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$ 1

Monumento Histórico Nacional a la Bandera
Memorial to national flag with tower, inaugurated in 1957, honoring Argentine hero Manuel Belgrano.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
627 - 753 min

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Bodega La Rural - Museo del Vino San Felipe
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
23 - 28 min

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Ruinas Jesuíticas de San Francisco
Ruins of a church built by Jesuits in the 18th century & destroyed by an earthquake in 1861.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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General San Martín Historic Museum
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Gregoria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 5Exploring Parks and Art in the Heart of Mendoza
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$35

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$ 1

O'Higgins Park
Chile’s 2nd-largest public park, this sprawling green space features a theme park & arena.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
333 - 400 min

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Plaza San Martin
Verdant, landscaped square featuring shaded benches & a big equestrian statue of General San Martín.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Contemporary Art gallery Eliana Molinelli
In addition to hosting lectures & events, this museum features fine art & sculpture exhibits.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Paseo La Alameda
Shady avenue of trees honoring General San Martín, first planted in 1808 & lined with bookstalls.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Museo del Área Fundacional
Historical city models & artifacts exhibited amid archaeological remains of pre-Columbian Mendoza.
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$13
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22

Budget breakdown: $217 In total

Activities & Food:$213
Transport:$4