High Mountain Day Trip in Mendoza: Potrerillos, Uspallata, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua Lookout
by Adora Mendoza
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This six-hour day trip from Mendoza travels along Route 7 through the Andes mountain range by private vehicle with air conditioning. The journey begins following the road alongside Potrerillos del Río Mendoza, then passes through a tunnel and into the Uspallata Valley, which divides the pre and front ridges of the mountains. The route continues upward on the high mountain road, reaching Los Penitentes. The tour proceeds along the international route bordered by the Andean massif and the old railway line until arriving at Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge with hot springs and historical significance. After Puente del Inca, the mountains open to reveal Aconcagua, where there is a stop at the lookout point for views of the mountain. The trip continues to the city of Las Cuevas, and if weather conditions allow, there is an optional visit to Christ the Redeemer statue. Lunch is included, either at a restaurant or as a barbecue prepared with a chef. After lunch, the tour returns to Mendoza. Bottled water is provided throughout the trip.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Puente del Inca
The route follows Route 7 through the Andes starting near Potrerillos del Río Mendoza, continuing through a tunnel area into the Uspallata Valley, which separates the pre and front mountain ridges. The tour ascends the high mountain road to Los Penitentes, then travels along the international route framed by the Andean massif and the old railway line. The group arrives at Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge known for its hot springs and historical importance. Afterward, the mountains open up to reveal Aconcagua, where the tour stops at the lookout point. The trip continues to Las Cuevas, and if weather allows, a visit to Christ the Redeemer statue is included. Lunch is served at a restaurant or can be a barbecue prepared by a chef before returning to Mendoza.
240 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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High Mountain Day Trip in Mendoza: Potrerillos, Uspallata, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua Lookout
by Adora Mendoza
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$305Overview
This six-hour day trip from Mendoza travels along Route 7 through the Andes mountain range by private vehicle with air conditioning. The journey begins following the road alongside Potrerillos del Río Mendoza, then passes through a tunnel and into the Uspallata Valley, which divides the pre and front ridges of the mountains. The route continues upward on the high mountain road, reaching Los Penitentes. The tour proceeds along the international route bordered by the Andean massif and the old railway line until arriving at Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge with hot springs and historical significance. After Puente del Inca, the mountains open to reveal Aconcagua, where there is a stop at the lookout point for views of the mountain. The trip continues to the city of Las Cuevas, and if weather conditions allow, there is an optional visit to Christ the Redeemer statue. Lunch is included, either at a restaurant or as a barbecue prepared with a chef. After lunch, the tour returns to Mendoza. Bottled water is provided throughout the trip.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Puente del Inca
The route follows Route 7 through the Andes starting near Potrerillos del Río Mendoza, continuing through a tunnel area into the Uspallata Valley, which separates the pre and front mountain ridges. The tour ascends the high mountain road to Los Penitentes, then travels along the international route framed by the Andean massif and the old railway line. The group arrives at Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge known for its hot springs and historical importance. Afterward, the mountains open up to reveal Aconcagua, where the tour stops at the lookout point. The trip continues to Las Cuevas, and if weather allows, a visit to Christ the Redeemer statue is included. Lunch is served at a restaurant or can be a barbecue prepared by a chef before returning to Mendoza.
240 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.