Day 1.Buenos Aires
Arrival, reception and transfer to the deluxe 5* Hotel Alvear Palace Hotel, a
member of the 'Leading Hotels of the world group' for two night's
accommodation. Free day to wander around the city.
Day 2. Buenos Aires
After breakfast, a private city tour of Buenos Aires, situated on the Rio
de la Plata. The tour will include a visit to the Plaza de Mayo, the hub of the
city centre and where many public buildings such as the Catedral Metropolitana
and Casa Rosada presidential palace can be found. A visit will also be lade to
the Teatro Colon, which seats 2500 spectators. A final visit to Recoleta,
followed by lunch at the La Bourgogne , the only Relais Gourmand in Argentina.
Return to your hotel.
In the evening, dinner
& tango Show in La Esquina Carlos Gardel, the foremost tango house
in Buenos Aires .
Day 3. Buenos Aires - Mendoza
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Mendoza. Transfer to
Tupungato, in the UcoValley, a privileged area for grape and high quality
wine production. It is home to superb Chardonnay, Merlot, Malbec and Semillón
grapes with different characteristics. Transfer to your lodge, the Posada
Salentein. Wine tasting and dinner at the posada.
Day 4. Tupungato - Mendoza - Tupungato
After breakfast, a visit to the Bodegas Lurton and Fapes in the UcoValley.
Bodega Lurton, belongs to the Jacques and Francois Lurton brothers, who use 'varietal' and generic wines with Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
and Grey Pinot. Bodega Fapes, is one of the oldest cellars. Lunch at Salentein
before a guided excursion of Mendoza which dates back to the XVI Century. A
visit to its tree-lined avenues and its streets bordered by 'acequias'
(irrigation ditches). Dinner and accommodation at the Posada Salentein.
Day 5. Tupungato - Mendoza
After breakfast, a visit to Bodegas Norton and Lagarde. Bodegas Norton winery
has the most modern technology in the area where you will find Malbec, Cabernet,
Merlot, Semillón, Chenin, Chardonnay, Riesling and Barbera d'Asti. Bodegas
Lagarde is well known for its prestigious wines and regularly participates in
international contests. Its fincas (productive ranches) are located in Luján de
Cuyo county. You shall also visit Bodega Domaine Vistalba. Dinner and
accommodation.
Day 6. Mendoza - Santiago
After breakfast, start of the incredible high mountain crossing of the Andes
with your guide in private vehicle. Boxed Lunch en-route. Arrival to Santiago
and accommodation at the 5* De Luxe Ritz Carlton Hotel. Accommodation in a
deluxe room.
Day 7. Santiago – Santa Cruz
After breakfast, a half day city tour of Santiago including a visit to the Museo
Chileno de Arte Precolombino. This museum offers a thorough overview of 4500
years of pre-Columbian civilization throughout Central and South America. At the
Main Square (Plaza de Armas) you shall appreciate the beautiful Cathedral, Post
Office and National Museum. Continue along the main avenue called
"Alameda" to admire the San Francisco Church and the National Library.
You shall also see the Mercado Central which is one of Santiago’s most
colourful markets.
A visit to Cerro Santa Lucia, where Santiago was founded in
1541. After lunch (not included), a visit to the Undurraga vineyard, one of the
largest exporters of fine wines in Chile. The tour will end with some wine
tasting before returning to Santiago.
Transfer south to Santa Cruz, in the heart of the Colchagua Valley.
Accommodation in Santa Cruz.
Day 8. Santa Cruz
After breakfast, a visit to Viu Manent and Bisquertt vineyards, followed by a
visit to the vineyards of Montes, recipient of the coveted 'New World winery
of the year 2002 award'. Accommodation at the Santa Cruz Plaza Hotel.
Day 9. Santa Cruz - Santiago
After breakfast, we visit Los Vascos of Domaines. Barons de Rothschild-Lafite
took over the Los Vascos estate (Los Vascos meaning The Basques, in honour of
its Basque origins) in 1988. After lunch, return to Santiago and your hotel for
your last night. Dinner at Europeo.
Day 10. Santiago
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
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