South Luján de Cuyo Wine Region Tour
Description
Welcome aboard! This tour invites you to explore the key wineries in the southern Luján de Cuyo Wine Region in the Argentinian province of Mendoza. Experience the fascinating process of winemaking, where tradition meets modern techniques.
Operation Details
The service functions as a Hop On-Hop Off bus, enabling you to board and disembark at your convenience at any of the designated stops throughout the day. Your ticket is valid for one day, allowing you to maximize your winery visits.
The bus follows a set timetable with fixed stops at various wineries. You have the flexibility to choose which wineries to visit during your journey.
Tour of the Wine Region
If you are a wine enthusiast, this experience is designed for you! The bus will take you to several wineries situated in the southern region of Luján de Cuyo, a renowned area in the province of Mendoza, which stands out as one of Argentina's foremost wine producers.
Please note that while your ticket does not cover entry to the wineries, wine tastings, or meals, you will enjoy exclusive discounts on tastings and dining when you present your ticket at the participating venues.
The specific route you take will depend on your selected tour at the time of booking:
Full-Day Tour (10 hours 30 minutes)
Embark on our full-day tour, stopping at four wineries: Chandon, Zolo, Budeguer, Terrazas de los Andes, and Casarena. You will visit three of these and enjoy lunch at a fourth winery.
Schedule: Departures begin at 8 am, with a return at 6:30 pm.
Here are insights into each winery:
Chandon Winery
Established in 1959, Chandon is renowned for its premium sparkling wines, featuring selections like Cuvée Brut Nature and Demi Sec.
Zolo Winery
This winery, founded in 2000, is located in Luján de Cuyo and is known for its outstanding wines from the Mendoza region.
Budeguer Winery
You'll be drawn in by the contemporary design of Budeguer, which boasts a stunning facade that overlooks a reflective water feature mirroring the Andes. Inside, discover the advanced technology employed in crafting superior aged wines. Be sure to enjoy a tasting while exploring this remarkable winery!
Terrazas de los Andes Winery
This winery's vineyards focus on grapes like Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay, producing wines with a distinctive character.
If you choose to visit this location, you can also dine at the Casa Terraza restaurant, which specializes in traditional Argentinean dishes.
Casarena Winery
With a history spanning over a century, this winery in Perdriel blends heritage with modernity. As part of the DOC Luján de Cuyo, Casarena creates wines that embody the essence of the local terroir, ensuring a delightful experience!
Half-Day Morning Tour (6 hours)
For those opting for this itinerary, you'll visit 2 wineries: Zolo or Budeguer and Chandon.
Schedule: Departures start at 8 am and conclude at 2 pm.
Half-Day Afternoon Tour (4 hours 15 minutes)
This experience includes visits to 2 wineries: Belasco de Baquedano and Terrazas de los Andes.
Schedule: Departures commence at 2:15 pm, returning by 6:30 pm.
Starting Points
When booking, please indicate your preferred starting location from the following options. A list of departure points and relevant times can be accessed through this link.
Additional Routes
If you're interested in delving into more of Mendoza's wine-producing regions, consider booking one of the following tours:
- Camino Vino El Sol Wine Region Tour
- South Luján de Cuyo Wine Region Tour
- North Uco Valley Wine Region Tour
- Maipú Wine Region Tour
What's included
- Ticket for the wine bus
- Spanish–speaking guide on the bus
- Exclusive prices for the wine tastings at the wineries on the route
- Exclusive prices in the wineries' restaurants
What's not included
- Tour and wine tasting: prices vary according to the season
- Lunch
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
You'll need to board the wine bus at the scheduled time from the departure point that you chose when making your booking.
The schedule and departure points are as follows:
- Mendoza - 7:55 am - Recoleta Colon Building. Av. Colon 423
- Mendoza - 8 am - Chill Inn Hostel. Av. Arístides Villanueva 385
- Mendoza - 8:05 am - Wine & Deli A16. Av. Emilio Civit 757. In front of the gates of Parque Gral. San Martin
- Mendoza - 8:09 am - Apart Hotel Soltigua. Av. Juan B. Justo 626
- Mendoza - 8:13 am - Carlos Alonso Museum, Mansión Stoppel. Av. Emilio Civit 348
- Mendoza - 8:16 am - Hotel Diplomatic. Av. Belgrano 1041
- Mendoza - 8:20 am – Hotel Intercontinental Av.Sarmiento 720
- Mendoza - 8:23 am - Hotel Hyatt. Chile 1124
- Mendoza - 8:25 am - Hotel Argentino - H. San Martin. Espejo 455
- Mendoza - 8:28 am - Hotel Nh Cordillera. Av. España 1324
- Mendoza - 8:28 am - Portal Plaza Suites. Necochea 661
- Mendoza - 8:30 am - CATA Turismo. Av. Las Heras 601, corner of 25 de Mayo
- Mendoza - 8:35 am - Hotel Aconcagua. Sobre Vereda Café Entre Dos. San Lorenzo 545
- Mendoza - 8:40 am - Hotel Huentala. Primitivo de la Reta 1007
- Mendoza - 8:41 am - Hotel Sheraton, Primitivo de la Reta 989
- Mendoza - 8:45 am or 2:15 pm - Information Centre Tca. Municipalidad. Garibaldi 10. Ciudad de Mendoza
- Mendoza - 8:50 am - Hotel MOD. Federico Moreno 1230
- Guaymallén - 8:55 am or 2:20 pm - Omnibus Terminal. Reconquista 52. On the pavement of the main entrance car park
- Guaymallén - 8:57 am - Hotel Hilton Mendoza. Boulevard Pérez Cuesta, corner Lateral Norte Acceso
- Guaymallén - 9 am or 2 pm - Hotel Hathor. Uspallata 840. Dorrego -Guaymallén
- Maipú - 9:10 am or 1:50 pm - Hotel Esplendor- Arena Maipú. Maza y Emilio Civit, Maipú
- Maipú - 9:22 am or 1:30 pm- Club Tapiz. Ruta 60 Km 2.5, Pedro Molina
- Luján de Cuyo - 9:30 am - Liniers Green Market - Liniers 1051
- Luján de Cuyo - 9:35 am - Acceso Sur y Aráoz: Complejo Comercial Quick Point, Vereda Café Bianco & Nero
Your ticket for the wine bus doesn't include entry to the wineries or the wine tasting at the wineries. Lunch isn't included either. However, when you show your bus ticket at the wineries and at the restaurant, you'll get special prices for the wine tasting and lunch.
Argentinian pensioners must show an ID card before boarding the bus in order to prove their age or pensioner status.
Winery Rates
At the following link, you can see the price of the visits and tastings that you can do in each winery.
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