WINES OF SOUTH AMERICA
Description
Operational Notes: Day 4: Catena Zapata tour operates from TUE to SAT. Day 5: Uco Valley experience operates: Private (TUE-SUN) and Regular (WED/SUN). Day 1 Santiago de Chile Arrival and reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we take a tour visiting the city's main attractions. Day 2 Santiago de Chile. B L Today, we suggest enjoying the Colchagua Valley, visiting two wineries for wine tasting and having lunch at one of them. We also visit the Colchagua Museum, which has an important collection of pre-Hispanic art in Chile. Day 3 Santiago de Chile / Mendoza. B At the indicated time, transfer to the airport. Arrival in Mendoza, reception, and transfer to the selected hotel. Day 4 Mendoza B L Today, we immerse ourselves in the world of Catena Zapata. This winery, recently awarded as the best winery in the world, invites us to discover and taste their wines and then conclude with a paired lunch at El Enemigo, led by Alejandro Vigil, the winemaker of the winery. Day 5 Mendoza. B L This high-end tour is designed to enjoy and share an excellent day of wine. Today, we visit wineries in the Uco Valley, where some vineyards are located up to 1,500 meters above sea level, giving the wine unique attributes. Day 6 Mendoza / Buenos Aires. B In the morning, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we take a panoramic tour of the city to explore its historic center, the neighborhood of La Boca with the famous Caminito Street, and La Recoleta. In the evening, we enjoy a wine tasting and end the night with a Tango Dinner Show. Day 7 Buenos Aires. B A free day to experience the city through its history, art, gastronomy, and passions. Day 8 Buenos Aires / Colonia del Sacramento. B Departure to the port to board the ferry to Colonia. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel, followed by a city tour of Colonia, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Day 9 Colonia del Sacramento. B L Today, we dedicate part of the day to visit the vineyards and olive groves of El Quintón. After a tour of their facilities, we invite you to enjoy a tasting of their wines, oils, and a lunch accompanied by their best wines. Day 10 Colonia / Carmelo. B Transfer to Carmelo to stay at the Narbona Wine Lodge, an exclusive wine lodge and one of Uruguay's most famous wineries, founded in 1909, renowned for the quality of its products. After checking in, you have free time to explore their winery and taste their Tannat wine. Day 11 Carmelo. B L Today, we visit the birthplace of wine in Uruguay: the National Monument "La Calera de las Huérfanas," where the first vines were discovered around 1500, giving rise to wine production in Uruguay. We start with a guided tour of Bodega Cordano and El Legado, including a visit to the vineyards and production area, followed by wine tasting and lunch. Day 12 Carmelo / Buenos Aires B Transfer to Colonia del Sacramento to board the ferry to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day 13 Buenos Aires B Free time. Transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight.
Highlights
Exclusions
- Needed transfers;
- Accommodation: 12 nights Santiago de Chile (2) - Mendoza (3) - Buenos Aires (3) - Colonia del Sacramento (2) - Carmelo (2) ;
- Tours: Santiago de Chile: City Tour – Colchagua Route Mendoza: Catena & Vigil – Valle del Uco Experience Buenos Aires: City tour- Wine tasting – Dinner Tango Show Colonia del Sacramento: City Tour- Winery Carmelo. Jesuitics Ruins and Winery.
- Meals: 12 breakfasts - 5 lunch – mentioned tastings ;
- Needed tickets and fee;