Itinerary Summary

Day	Place	Highlights	Hotel Options
1 - 3	Buenos Aires	Tango, Obelisk, Recoleta Cemetery and Grave of Evita, Asado Barbecues, San Telmo	Casa Sur Bellini, Legado Mitico Buenos Aires
3 - 6	Mendoza	Beautiful Vineyards, Horseback Riding, White Water Rafting, Trekking, Puente del Inca	Club Tapiz, Finca Adalgisa
6 - 8	Santiago de Chile	Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda, Plaza De La Constitucion, Cerro Santa Lucia	Hotel Cumbres Lastarria, Le Reve
8 - 10	Casablanca Valley	Wine Tours, Vineyards, Matetic, Delicious White Wines	La Casona at Matetic, La Casona at Matetic
10 - 10	Santiago de Chile	Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda, Plaza De La Constitucion, Cerro Santa Lucia

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - 3

International Arrival

Transfer to Hotel

Buenos Aires

2 Nights

The capital of Argentina is unique in the way of combining Latin American lifestyle along with that of European architecture and culture. Buenos Aires enchants with its beautiful parks, colonial buildings, recreational activities and the tango and football…all in symbiotic harmony. While here, don’t forget to taste the world’s finest beef products on offer.

Retiro station, Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

Included Activities

City Tour of Buenos Aires

Explore the pulsating Argentine capital on this tour of the city’s iconic destinations. Set off from your hotel in the company of your guide, enjoying a leisurely tour of Buenos Aires. Visit the chic French residential neighborhood of Recoleta, teeming with classy art galleries and cultural centers. If you’re lucky, you could even catch an exhibition or two while visiting the district. Also visit the Recoleta Cemetery, to find the graves of notable people, including Eva Perón. Continue with the city’s iconic landmarks, such as the Colon Theater, the National Congress, and the Presidential Palace, before returning to your hotel. (Half Day; Duration: 4 hrs; Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Easy; Please bring comfortable walking shoes, and don’t forget your camera).

The Argentine Experience with Dinner

A totally unique and interactive culinary activity, The Argentine Experience incorporates what we feel many travelers are looking for on an evening out in Buenos Aires: great food, fun, laughs and social interaction with people from all different backgrounds. Combining delicious traditional Argentinean food with both local and international perspective, the night includes an empanada making competition with appetizers and later what we believe is the best steak in town. Led by passionate local and expat hosts, the evening quickly turns to shared laughter and joy as you take a unique look at some curious quirks and customs that make Argentineans some of the most interesting and passionate people of Latin America. (19:30 to 23:15, group activity, dinner with wine included, transfers not included)

Hotel Options

Casa Sur Bellini – Opt 1

Room	Executive (Double room)
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Legado Mitico Buenos Aires – Opt 2

Room	Classic Room (Double room)
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Day 3 - 6

Transfer to Airport

Flight from Buenos Aires to Mendoza

Private Transfer to hotel (about 25 min)

Mendoza

3 Nights

Many of Argentina’s best wines are produced in a mix of boutique bodegas and modern wineries, nestled under the towering Andes Mountains. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Puente del Inca, discover the most popular wine cellars of the country, marvel at the sight of the highest peak in the southern hemisphere, or simply take a stroll through the streets of the peaceful city of Mendoza.

Argentina and Chile: Food and Wine Experience

Included Activities

Full Day Luján and Maipú Vineyard visit Mendoza
Featuring Argentina’s oldest vines and home to a unique mix of traditional bodegas and modern producers, this region is famed for bringing Argentina’s wines from the common table to the international stage. On this full day privately guided tour, visit three different wineries; one at which you will enjoy lunch and discover why Mendoza is quickly gaining notoriety amongst foodies. Learn the process of Argentine winemaking and sample the various vintages while enjoying a splendid day amongst the vines at the feet of the Andes. (09:00 to 15:00. Private Activity. Lunch Included at one of the wineries)

Mendoza Vineyard visit in Valle de Uco
Known for its high-altitude vines and microclimate ideal for viticulture, as well as its stunning backdrop of the high Andes, this region features some of Argentina’s most acclaimed wineries producing Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Semillon. On this full day privately guided tour visit three different wineries, one at which you will enjoy lunch and discover why Mendoza is quickly gaining notoriety amongst foodies. Learn the process Argentine winemaking and sample the various vintages while enjoying a splendid day amongst the vines at the feet of the Andes. (09:00 to 17:00. Private Activity. Lunch Included at one of the wineries)

Hotel Options

Club Tapiz – Opt 1

Room	Vineyard View (Double room)
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Finca Adalgisa – Opt 2

Room	Suite (Double room)
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Guest house

Day 6 - 8

Private Transfer to the airport (about 25 min)

Flight from Mendoza to Santiago de Chile

Transfer from Santiago de Chile airport to hotel. (26 km, 30 mins)

Santiago de Chile

2 Nights

With excellent infrastructure, political stability, and vibrant culture, the Chilean capital of Santiago de Chile is the pride of contemporary South America.

Included Activities

Santiago Heritage Walking Tour

Explore the history and heritage of Chile’s capital city. Meet your guide at your hotel and head for the closest metro station. Santiago´s metro is South America’s most extensive metro system and provides a safe and smooth journey. Travel to the Yungay neighborhood where you will explore the many monuments, churches, parks and traditional buildings that are found here. Visit La Peluquería Francesa ‘The French Beauty Parlor,’ which is the most iconic building of the neighborhood and one of the oldest buildings in Santiago. If you wish you can visit the National Museum of Natural History or the Museum of Memory and Human Rights which discusses dictatorship which ruled Chile from 1973 to 1990. Return to your hotel by metro. (09:00 to 13:00 hs, Private Activity)

Wine Tour of Maipo Valley Vineyards from Santiago de Chile

On this full day tour visit the beautiful Maipo Valley. The oldest wine producing region of Chile, the Maipo Valley is the home to some of Chile’s best Cabernet Sauvignon Wines. Visit two different vineyards in the valley learning about the history and methods of wine production in Chile. And of course, sample the products at each winery with a delicious tasting. (Approximately from 09:00 to 17:00. Private Transfer, Group Wine Tastings. Lunch Included.)

Hotel Options

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria – Opt 1

Room	Superior Room (Double room)
Meals	Room only
Style	Boutique

Le Reve – Opt 2

Room	Deluxe Standard Twin (Double room)
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Day 8 - 10

Private transfer from Santiago de Chile to Casablanca. (80 km, 1.5 hrs)

Casablanca Valley

2 Nights

Situated between Santiago and the Pacific Coast, the Casablanca Valley is home to Chile’s outstanding white wines. One of Chiles newest wine regions, vineyards were first planted in the 1980s during the revitalization of the national wine industry. The viticulture is heavily influenced by the effects of the nearby Pacific Ocean with its cool morning mists and lower average temperatures, producing ideal growing conditions for white wines and Pinot Noirs. The valley is home to several internationally recognize wineries.

Included Activities

Included Activities La Casona at Matetic (Half Board)
Located on a private property of 25,000 acres, La Casona at Matetic Vineyards offers the perfect setting for a relaxing, unique holiday experience. The land is dedicated to vineyards, fruit growing and raising cattle and sheep. During your stay enjoy a tour of the winery and a tasting from their premium line of wines.

Hotel Options

La Casona at Matetic – Opt 1

Room	Standard Room - MAP (Double room)
Meals	Half Board
Style	Lodge

La Casona at Matetic – Opt 2

Room	Standard Room - MAP (Double room)
Meals	Half Board
Style	Lodge

Day 10 - 10

Private transfer from Casablanca to Santiago de Chile. (80 km, 1.5 hrs)

Santiago de Chile

0 Nights

With excellent infrastructure, political stability, and vibrant culture, the Chilean capital of Santiago de Chile is the pride of contemporary South America.

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1 From $ 5,390 /person
Option 2 From $ 6,290 /person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes

Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip
Carbon emissions offsetting for your trip

Not Included

Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
Tips and personal expenses
Visa and tourism fees
Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
International airfare

Argentina and Chile: Food and Wine Experience

Itinerary Summary

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Itinerary Details

Buenos Aires

City Tour of Buenos Aires

The Argentine Experience with Dinner

Mendoza

Santiago de Chile

Santiago Heritage Walking Tour

Wine Tour of Maipo Valley Vineyards from Santiago de Chile

Casablanca Valley

Santiago de Chile

Price & Inclusions

Price Includes

Not Included