Mendoza City Tour and Winery Lunch: Historic Sights, Malbecs, and Andean Views
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, easy walks (1–2 km) on mixed pavement and gravel.
Overview
Spend a morning in Mendoza wandering civic plazas and a lunch hour in a traditional winery tasting Malbecs. This five-hour experience blends local history, gentle walks and a three-course winery lunch tailored to first-time visitors and casual wine lovers.
Mendoza City Tour and Winery Lunch: Historic Sights, Malbecs, and Andean Views
Select participants and date
You step out onto a broad avenue and the air tastes faintly of dust and fermenting grapes—the city itself seems to breathe wine. Morning light hits the sculpted lawns of Plaza Independencia while your guide traces the founding of Mendoza on a map that folds into the present: colonial plazas, rationalist government buildings and wide, tree-lined boulevards give way to the low-slung rows of vineyards that fan out toward the Andes.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Sun protection is non-negotiable
Mendoza sits high on the plains—bring SPF 30+, sunglasses and a wide-brim hat to avoid sunburn during city stops and the winery terrace.
Hydrate between tastings
Alcohol and altitude can sneak up—carry a reusable water bottle and drink water before and after wine tastings.
Comfortable footwear
Cobblestones, pavement and winery gravel mean supportive walking shoes are the best choice over sandals or dress shoes.
Notify dietary needs ahead
Vegetarian and other meal requests are available but must be advised at booking to ensure the three-course lunch is prepared.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Hummingbirds around vineyard flowers
- Andean condor occasionally visible on distant thermal currents
History
Mendoza was founded in 1561; Cerro de la Gloria and its monument commemorate General José de San Martín’s crossing of the Andes, a defining event in regional independence.
Conservation
Viticulturalists in Mendoza increasingly use drip irrigation and organic practices to reduce water use on the arid plains; visitors are encouraged to minimize bottle waste and respect irrigation channels.
Select participants and date
Adventure Hotspots in Mendoza
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes handle city sidewalks and winery gravel without fatigue.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protects against strong sun in the high plain during outdoor stops.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Stays hydrated between tastings and reduces single-use plastic.
Light layer or windbreaker
Mornings can be cool and breeze picks up toward late afternoon, especially near the foothills.
fall specific