5 day itinerary for Mendoza

Itinerary

Here's an ideal itinerary for 5 days in Mendoza:

Day 1: Arrival and Wine Tasting

• Arrive in Mendoza and check into your hotel
• Head to the Maipu wine region for a day of wine tasting and vineyard tours
• Visit some of the top wineries in the region, such as Trapiche, Tempus Alba, and Familia Zuccardi
• Enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the wineries
• Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening

Day 2: Aconcagua Provincial Park

• Wake up early and head to Aconcagua Provincial Park, home to the highest peak in the Americas
• Take a guided hike through the park, enjoying stunning views of the Andes Mountains
• Stop for a picnic lunch in the park
• Return to Mendoza in the late afternoon for dinner and drinks

Day 3: City Tour and Hot Springs

• Take a guided city tour of Mendoza, visiting top attractions such as Plaza Independencia, the San Francisco Ruins, and the Mercado Central
• Enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the city's many restaurants
• In the afternoon, head to the nearby hot springs for a relaxing soak
• Return to Mendoza for dinner and drinks

Day 4: Horseback Riding and Asado

• Spend the morning horseback riding through the beautiful countryside surrounding Mendoza
• Stop for a traditional Argentine asado (barbecue) lunch, complete with delicious meats and local wines
• Return to Mendoza in the afternoon for some free time to explore the city or relax at your hotel
• In the evening, head out for dinner and drinks at one of Mendoza's many restaurants and bars

Day 5: Andes Mountains and Farewell

• Take a full-day tour of the Andes Mountains, visiting top attractions such as the Potrerillos Dam, Uspallata, and Puente del Inca
• Stop for a delicious lunch in the mountains
• Return to Mendoza in the late afternoon for some free time to explore the city or do some last-minute shopping
• Enjoy a farewell dinner and drinks at one of Mendoza's top restaurants before departing the next day.