Visit the Uspallata Vaults on a day tour from Mendoza. The Potrerillos Dike and the Cordón del Plata are seen from the road. Get to know the pre-Hispanic Huarpe village before enjoying an Argentine lunch in the Vaults of Uspallata. The following stops on your agenda are Picheuta, Polvaredas, and Punta de Vacas. In Los Penitentes, ride a chairlift to observe the valley of Mendoza. Before returning to Mendoza, a hike at Aconcagua Provincial Park with your guide is suggested.
Highlights
Enjoy a chairlift ride at Los Penitentes ski resort offering views of the Mendoza Valley.
Tour the villages of Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas.
Admire the Cordón del Plata mountain range and the Potrerillos dike.
Moderately active but not overly strenuous. This level includes activities like casual cycling, yoga, or excursions/activities that typically last 3-5 hours total each day.
Head out early this morning en route to the Vaults of Uspallata. Along the way enjoy views of the Cordón del Plata mountain range as well as the Potrerillos dike, a hydraulic work that generates power to the Mendoza Valley. Upon arriving at the Vaults of Uspallata, learn the history of the pre-Hispanic settlement of the Aboriginal Huarpes and the southernmost point of the Inca Empire, as well as enjoy a typical Argentine lunch.
Next explore the villages of Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas with your guide. Nearby head to the Los Penitentes ski resort where you can opt to take a chair lift to the top of the mountain to take in views of the majestic Mendoza Valley. On your way back to Mendoza, stop at the Aconcagua Provincial Park for a short hike with your guide. A great way to explore Mendoza and the surrounding areas.
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This was my first experience with Adventure Life - and I couldn't have been more pleased with the trip. The guides and local staff in both Buenos Aires and Uruguay were terrific - extremely helpful and accommodating. I really enjoyed meeting the friendly staff in Buenos Aires in person (I left my bags with them for the afternoon).
