Trip Overview

Our Modern Adventure to Argentina's wine country and capital city is a time to immerse ourselves in food, wine, art and culture. Over the 7 Days and 6 nights we’ll dive into the best of Mendoza and Uco Valley, meet the people behind the valley's top wineries and enjoy intimate exclusive meals prepared by some of the region’s top chefs. Then we’ll take on the best of Buenos Aires, with guided walks of historic neighborhoods, VIP visits to iconic landmarks, explore the world of tango at local haunts and its historic and modern murals with muralist Marino Santa María. This is an adventure of food and wine, art and culture, heritage and family.

This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure Experience, including the itinerary, food & drink, required fitness level, vaccines, packing list and more. Keep this document handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

DAY 1: MENDOZA

  • First day! Meet at 9:30am on Sunday, April 17, 2022 at the Diplomatic Hotel in Mendoza

  • Mendoza city tour

  • Art gallery visit

  • Local butchery visit

  • Lunch and tasting at Lagarde Winery

  • Welcome dinner at Bodega Vinorum

  • Check in at our hotel, Entre Cielos

  • Lodging: Entre Cielos

DAY 2: MENDOZA

  • Time at leisure to enjoy hotel spa and amenities

  • Lunch with wine pairing at Susana Balbo Wines

  • Bodegas Caro visit & tasting

  • Exclusive dinner at Finca Bandini

  • Lodging: Entre Cielos

DAY 3: UCO VALLEY

  • Tour & tasting of sparkling wine at Bodega Cruzat

  • Tasting at Vina Cobos winery

  • Ojo de Agua country picada lunch

  • Four-course dinner at Francis Mallmann’s Siete Fuegos

  • Lodging: The Vines Wine Resort

DAY 4: UCO VALLEY

  • Hiking or horseback riding in the Andes

  • Fresh local lunch at hacienda

  • Time at leisure at The Vines

  • Dinner at Monteviejo Winery by chef Nadia Haron

  • Lodging: The Vines Wine Resort

DAY 5: BUENOS AIRES

  • Flight from Mendoza to Buenos Aires

  • Family-style lunch

  • Check in at hotel

  • Walking tour of Barrio Ricoleta

  • Dinner at leisure

  • After-dinner tango at a local milonga

  • Lodging: Alvear Palace

DAY 6: BUENOS AIRES

  • Tour and tasting in San Telmo and La Boca Barrios (including lunch)

  • Afternoon at leisure

  • Sunset cocktails

  • Farewell Dinner at Aramburu Restaurant

  • Lodging: Alvear Palace

DAY 7: BUENOS AIRES

  • Pasaje Lanin Tour

  • Exclusive artist-led mosaic workshop

  • Transfer to Buenos Aires Airport for departure

  • Flights to depart at 3:30pm or later


Our Accommodations

Entre Cielos

Guardia Vieja 1998, Vistalba, M5509 Luján de Cuyo

Tel. +54 261 498-3377
entrecielos.com
hotel@entrecielos.com

A dreamy 16-room luxury retreat, just outside Mendoza. Gaze out the wide windows or walk onto your private deck facing the gardens and overlooking the glorious Andean mountains.

The Vines Wine Resort

Ruta Provincial 94, km 11, M5565 Mendoza

Tel. +54 261 461-3900
vinesresortandspa.com

info@vinesresortandspa.com

Incredible views stretch across vineyards towards ever-present snow-capped Andean peaks. Immerse yourself in the delights of Argentine culture, rustic natural beauty and warm-hearted hospitality.

Alvear Palace

Av. Alvear 1891, C1129 CABA, Argentina

Tel. +54 11 4808-2100
alvearpalace.com

It's a Buenos Aires old-world institution, built in 1932 as a luxury destination for European travelers. And truly, it's a palace. Inside it's the epitome of Belle Époque, decorated in grand Louis XV and XVI styles, with marble floors, crystal chandeliers, gilded paneled walls, captivating art and personalized butlers to create a luxury experience nestled in the heart of Buenos Aires’ stately Recoleta barrio.

Inclusions & Exclusions

INCLUSIONS

What’s included on this trip?

On a Modern Adventure, we delight in taking care of all the details. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, a professional trip leader and much more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Here’s what’s included:

  • 6 nights at unique 5 star accommodations

  • Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions

  • In-destination flights

  • Private tours with local chefs, winemakers, gauchos and cultural experts

  • Immersive guided activities, adventures and daily expeditions

  • Daily breakfasts, as well as most lunches and dinners

  • Local beverages at every included meal

  • Departure transfers to EZE airport

  • All entrance fees

EXCLUSIONS

  • International roundtrip airfare to and from destination

  • Travel insurance (see travel insurance section)

  • Transportation to the trip’s starting point

  • Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs

  • Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leaders