Mendoza: Mountains, Cacheuta and Las Cuevas Guided Tour

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Drive through the Cordón del Plata mountains, visit the town of Cacheuta, and head to the border village of Las Cuevas on a guided trip in Mendoza. Appreciate the scenery of Aconcagua and more.

Highlights

  • See the towering Cordón del Plata mountain range on a scenic drive from Mendoza
  • Continue to Uspallata and check out the pre-Hispanic settlement of Huarpe people
  • Admire the view of Puente del Inca, an arch that formed on the Las Cuevas River
  • Observe the Aconcagua mountain, which is the highest mountain in the Americas
  • Finish at Las Cuevas and enjoy lunch on the border between Chile and Argentina

Description

Meet the guide at your hotel and then go on an early-morning drive toward the town of Cacheuta, which borders the Mendoza River. Take in an amazing view of the Cordón del Plata mountain range and the Potrerillos Dam, before continuing to Uspallata, a pre-Hispanic settlement of Huarpe people. Afterward, head to the villages of Picheuta, Polvaredas, and Punta de Vacas, and pass by the Los Penitentes ski resort. Next, check out Puente del Inca, a natural arch that crosses the Las Cuevas River, known for its hot springs. Then, arrive at the viewpoint of Cerro Aconcagua with your guide. Marvel at the panoramic view from a high altitude. Go to the town of Las Cuevas, a mountain village that sits on the border between Argentina and Chile. See the Swiss-style buildings here. After that, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Following this, visit the Aconcagua Viewpoint. Enjoy the view of the Aconcagua Provincial Park, and access the Monument of Christ the Redeemer, depending on the season. Finally, drive back to your hotel to finish the trip.

Includes

Roundtrip hotel transfer Transportation Tour guide

Important Information

  • The Monument of Christ the Redeemer may be inaccessible at times, especially if the weather is bad

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