10-Hour Aconcagua Tour from Mendoza with Horcones Lagoon Hike
About This Tour
Discover the majestic Aconcagua, an iconic symbol of the Andes Mountains and Argentina, on a full-day journey through breathtaking mountain landscapes. Travel a...
Duration: 10 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Mendoza, Aconcagua · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: We will pick you up at your hotel or lodging in Mendoza.
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What's Included
- Round-trip transportation in Mendoza City
- Bilingual tour guide
- Short hike in Aconcagua Park
- Box lunch
- Breakfast snack
Not Included
- National park ticket
- Snow boots and clothing rental, if necessary in winter
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Scenic Journey to Aconcagua and Puente del Inca
We will begin our adventure southwest along Provincial Route 82, traveling through the picturesque scenery of Cacheuta until we pass through the tunnel that connects this charming town with Potrerillos. Here, you will be fascinated by the spectacular views of the Cordón del Plata, Mendoza's main water source, and the splendid Potrerillos Dam, a mirror of crystalline water nestled between majestic mountains. We will continue through tunnels and bridges that will lead us to the picturesque town of Uspallata. We will stop here strategically to contemplate the magnitude of the valley from a privileged viewpoint. Returning to the route, our next destination is Aconcagua Provincial Park. We will hike for about an hour to the Horcones Lagoon viewpoint, where you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the South Wall and the summit of the highest mountain in America. On the way back, we will make a final stop a few kilometres away at the emblematic Puente del Inca, an unmissable site that captures the essence of the Andes Mountains.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Mendoza, Capital, Mendoza, Argentina · Tour start: Mendoza Province, Argentina — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
