Malbec Tour of the Luján de Cuyo Wine Region

Embark on a journey through the renowned Malbec region of Luján de Cuyo as we navigate the picturesque landscapes of Mendoza in a comfortable tourist bus.

How It Operates

This service operates on a hop on-hop off basis. This means you can freely get on and off at any predetermined stops throughout the day, allowing you to customize your experience.

The bus follows a set route with designated stops at various wineries. You can select your preferred wineries to visit during your tour, and the bus will accommodate your schedule by picking you up and dropping you off at each location as per the established timetable. At each stop, the same bus will await your return to continue the journey.

Route & Stops

Your adventure commences at selected times from your chosen meeting point, where you'll board the wine bus. This famous tourist bus of Mendoza connects you to different wine-producing regions within this Argentine province.

Depending on your selected option, you will experience either:

Full-Day Tour (10.5 Hours)

During this full-day excursion, you will have the opportunity to visit 6 wineries: Anaia, Susana Balbo, Renacer, Norton, Séptima, and Mauricio Lorca. The first trio will provide a guided tour with wine tastings, while you can choose one of the latter three for your lunch stop.

Schedule: Departing at 8 am and returning at 6:30 pm.

Learn more about each winery's offerings:

Anaia Winery

Spread across 72 hectares, this estate produces exceptional grapes that contribute to acclaimed wines like the Escorado White Blend and Escorado Red Blend.

Susana Balbo Winery

Situated at the base of the awe-inspiring Andes Mountains, this family-owned winery is a popular destination celebrated for its outstanding wines. The vineyard's proximity to the peaks uniquely influences the characteristics of its wines. Enjoy a taste of local flavors at the winery's Osadía restaurant.

Renacer Winery

Found at the base of the Andes, Renacer winery boasts extensive vineyards where Malbec grapes thrive. In 2021, this winery achieved certification as an organic vineyard, underscoring its dedication to environmental sustainability.

Norton Winery

This prominent wine tourism center in Luján de Cuyo is known for cultivating organic Malbec grapes, resulting in exceptional wines, including Gernot Langes and Select.

Séptima Winery

This establishment is part of the Codorníu Group in Argentina and carries Catalan heritage. It is owned by the Raventós family, pioneers in the production of cava since the year 1551. The group encompasses eight wineries across Spain, one in Napa Valley, California, and Séptima in Argentina.

Mauricio Lorca Winery

At this renowned Malbec winery, you can sample exquisite selections, including Gran Malbec, Gran Blend, and Gran Petit Verdot.

Half-Day Morning Tour (6 Hours)

If you opt for this version, you will visit the Anaia winery and two of the following: Susana Balbo or Séptima.

Schedule: Departing at 7:55 am and returning at 2:10 pm to the Tourist Information Centre II.

Half-Day Afternoon Tour (5 Hours)

This Malbec tour will take you to the Norton and Renacer wineries.

Schedule: Departing from the Tourist Information Centre II at 2:15 pm.

Departure Points

Upon booking, please specify your chosen departure point from the following list:

• Departure points of the wine bus

Check this document for departure timings at each location.

Important: The morning half-day tour only returns to one point in the city of Mendoza, while the afternoon half-day tour also departs from a single location. Both operate from the Tourist Information Centre II, located at Garibaldi 10.

Other Routes

If you are interested in exploring additional wine regions in Mendoza, consider one of these activities:

• El Sol Wine Road Wine Country Tour
• Tour to the southern Luján de Cuyo wine area
• Tour to the northern Uco Valley wine region
• Tour to the southern Uco Valley wine region
• Tour around central Uco Valley wine zone
• Maipú wine region tour