Summits & Wines of the Central Andes

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Chile and Argentina are known for their world-class wines and magnificent mountains. Get a taste of both on this well-rounded adventure, spotlighting the scenic and culinary delights of each country. Explore the charming foodie paradise of Valparaiso, hike the dramatic Maipo Valley (Chile’s cradle of winemaking), and see the landmarks of Santiago. Then it’s a...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Get first hand experience with renowned winemakers and stay at private properties among the iconic vineyards of Chile and Argentina
    • Taste the world’s finest Malbecs and more—and world class cuisine—in South America’s top winemaking regions
    • Discover the culture of bustling Santiago, cross the Andes, and enjoy the glamour of Buenos Aires

What's this trip about?

    Chile and Argentina are known for their world-class wines and magnificent mountains. Get a taste of both on this well-rounded adventure, spotlighting the scenic and culinary delights of each country. Explore the charming foodie paradise of Valparaiso, hike the dramatic Maipo Valley (Chile’s cradle of winemaking), and see the landmarks of Santiago. Then it’s across the Andes for views of Mt. Aconcagua, South America’s highest peak. Enjoy tastings at famed Mendoza wineries, hike the foothills of the Cordon del Plata, and indulge in a traditional Gaucho barbecue. With tours of Buenos Aires’ vivid neighborhoods and a tango lesson at a local milonga, this itinerary is the perfect mix of activity, leisure, and fun.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySantiago
End CityBuenos Aires

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Hiking & Walking
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Trains & Rail
  • Trekking
  • Wine Tasting

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 6

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 12

Trip includes

    • Expert leadership
    • Accommodations as noted in itinerary (or similar)
    • Meals as noted in the itinerary
    • Airport transfers
    • Sightseeing as noted in the itinerary
    • Ground transportation
    • Additional guides and porters where necessary
    • Tips for lodge, hotel, or camp staff
    • Entrance fees and permits, unless noted separately in costs (note some permits and fees are non-refundable and due at time of booking)
    • Basic medical and evacuation insurance

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Welcome to Chile!

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: La Casona de Viña Matetic OR Casa Higueras

Arrive in Santiago and take a one-hour transfer to the beautiful Casablanca Valley—a must-visit destination for wine-lovers! The valley receives a cool oceanic breeze that ...

Day 2: Explore scenic Valparaiso

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: La Casona de Viña Matetic OR Casa Higueras

Take a morning drive to the UNESCO-listed coastal city of Valparaiso. Historically the main port of Chile, Valparaiso's colorful buildings are nestled in the sur...

Day 3: Visit the cradle of Chilean wine-making

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Altiplanico Maipo Valley

After breakfast, head towards the rolling hills of Maipo Valley—the landlocked cradle of Chilean wine-making traditions. Just west of the main Cordillera, the founders of Haras de...

Day 4: Hike the Maipo Canyon to El Morado National Monument

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Altiplanico Maipo Valley

Rise for a morning drive up to the Maipo Canyon, with its magnificent view of San Jose Volcano at 19,127 feet. From the small Village of Baños Morales, our trek into the valley be...

Day 5: See the sights of Santiago de Chile

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Singular Santiago

In the morning, transfer to Santiago de Chile, the country´s bustling capital. After checking in at your centrally located boutique hotel, you'll have free time to explore the many restaurants on your...

Day 6: Take a scenic drive through the Andes into Argentina

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Lares de Chacras

Depart early for one of the world’s most scenic roads, which crosses the Andes into Argentina. For the first three hours the road ascends up to 11,000 feet, and after leaving behind the f...

Day 7: Sip delicious wines in Mendoza

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Lares de Chacras

Enjoy a morrning visit to two of the most emblematic wineries of the region, which have helped to establish Mendoza as one of the world´s newest wine meccas! Begin by sampling premium wines at Catena Zapat...

Day 8: Hike at Farm Ranch

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation: Lares de Chacras

Start the day with a scenic drive to the foothills of the impressive Cordon del Plata mountain range, where a narrow road leads us into Estancia Quebrada de los Condores. From the Estancia's stab...

Day 9: Discover vibrant Buenos Aires

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Buenos Aires Grand Hotel

Take a morning flight to Argentina´s cosmopolitan capital and transfer to your hotel, located in elegant Recoleta neighborhood. Later in the day, the group will gather back for a walking...

Day 10: Depart from Buenos Aires

Meals: Breakfast

See the sights of Buenos Aires' northern neighborhoods, including Recoleta Cemetery and Palermo, on an early walking tour. Midday is free to explore the city's museums and parks by yourself. In the afternoon, transfer to Ezeiza international airport to board evening flights back home.

(Walking time: 2 to 3 hour easy walking)

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,795
Price per day$480
Single supplement (single occupancy)$1,500
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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Adventure travel works best with a small group of people. In order to operate these small groups, our trips are priced according to the number of full-price passengers on the trip. (Mountain Travel Sobek staff, trip doctors, and other discounted travelers are excluded from the count for this purpose.) We initially invoice you at the highest tier level price (the smallest group size we can operate). If the price drops due to an increase in group size, you will be refunded the difference.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Meals not noted on itinerary
    • Insurance other than basic medical and evacuation insurance
    • optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff
    • Excess baggage charges
    • Airport taxes (international—varies by location); cost of medical immunizations; and items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).

Accommodation

Altiplanico Maipo Valley — Cajón del Maipo

In the midst of central Andes this destination, though not widely known is a treasure for those who love mountains, silence, and nature. At only one hour from Santiago, in the Maipo river canyon, it has access to the El Morado and the San Francisco Glazier, as well as Colina hot springs. It is ideal for trekking and horseback riding. Also for wine lovers, the Maipo Valley offers its exclusive vineyards to visit. Silent and starry nights, clear air, with only the sound of the Maipo river beside, makes this area an ideal getaway for nature lovers.

 

Buenos Aires Grand Hotel — Buenos Aires, Recoleta

Located at the heart of the bustling Recoleta district of Buenos Aires, the  Recoleta Grand Hotel provides easy access to historical landmarks, excellent shopping and fine dining. Rooms are modern and stylish with comfortable beds and remote-controlled black out curtains (perfect after a long night out on the town). Staff are friendly and attentive, and the on-site restaurant “Jenny” serves an excellent menu, though in this neighborhood you're spoiled for choice of incredible restaurants.

 

Casa Higueras — Valparaiso

Tucked away on a charming street, this sophisticated and warm boutique hotel occupies five floors of an original 1920s mansion overlooking Valparaiso's bay. Casa Higueras blends classic touches wtih modern amenities, and its 20 guest rooms are designed with bright colors and detailed artistic touches throughout. The hotel also offers a beautiful pool and garden area, in addition to a patio-style dining complete with mouthwatering Chilean cuisine.  The combination of luxury, history, location and comfort make the Casa Higueras an exceptional place, and a pick for TripAdvisor's Travelers Choice in 2016.

 

La Casona de Viña Matetic — Casa Blanca Valley

LA CASONA at Matetic Vineyards is a typical, colonial, country home feauturing seven stylish rooms. With over 100 years of history, in 2004 it was fully remodeled and beautifully decorated by the renowned Max Cummins. La Casona offers the perfect setting for a relaxing, unique holiday experience. Visit the vineyard, explore the grounds, taste our fine wines and relax in the peaceful Rosario Valley.

 

Lares de Chacras

A charming boutique hotel designed as a traditional country style house, Lares de Chacras combines Andean stone with desert wood to create a natural yet modern look. Rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated, featuring private balconies, satellite TVs, Wi-Fi and DVD players. The property boasts a common area with traditional clay ovens for barbecues, a pool, a restaurant serving a seasonal menu using regional products, and of course, lest you forget you're in Mendoza, a wine bar with an excellent selection.

 

The Singular Santiago — Santiago, Chile

Built to blend seamlessly into the Neighborhood of Lastarria, The Singular Santiago combines the style of early 20th-century buildings with neoclassical French architectural influences. The result is a striking new addition to the Santiago cityscape. The hotel is not only bounded by natural beauty, though; Lastarria is the epicenter of the arts here in Santiago. Walk just a few minutes and you can discover some of the finest visual and performance art Chile has to offer at The Museum of Fine Arts, The Museum of Visual Arts, the Gabriela Mistral Center and more.

Transportation & flights

Air Travel Airfare is not included in the land cost of our trips. For air reservations, we recommend you contact the airlines directly, either by phone or the Internet. In addition, many travelers elect to use their “frequent flyer” miles when traveling with us. But please check with our staff before purchasing or obtaining your tickets. We need to verify your arrival and departure schedule and ensure we have enough participants to operate the trip.
Cancellation policy

If written cancellation is received cancellation fee will be:

  • 90 days prior to departure $400
  • 89 to 61 days prior to departure $400
  • 60 to 45 days prior to departure 50% of Land Cost
  • 45 days or fewer prior to departure 100% of Land Cost
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Meals Included

9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 6 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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