9 Day Classic Argentina & Chile with Mendoza Wine Country

Fly overnight from the United States to Argentina.

Arrive in the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires. Its beauty is apparent with its elegant architecture, wide tree-shaded boulevards, striking monuments and sprawling parks. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to get acquainted with the "Paris of South America" and its distinct European flavor. As you will have your night at leisure feel free to treat yourself to an Argentine beef dinner at one of the city's many superb steak restaurants
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast

Discover the city's highlights this morning on a tour that includes the Plaza de Mayo, Metropolitan Cathedral and Casa Rosada (government palace). View the balcony where Eva and Juan Peron made their speeches. Then, to the colorful La Boca neighborhood, a working class barrio, and the old quarters of San Telmo and Caminito, a mix of colonial style homes, narrow lanes, artists' lofts and very trendy cafes. Drive to the Recoleta Cemetery, final resting place of many of the wealthiest and most important Argentine historical figures. The grounds here cover more than four city blocks, filled with over 6,400 mausoleums including the tomb of Eva "Evita" Peron. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring some of Buenos Aires neighborhoods and fabulous collection of shops before this evening's tango lesson with professional Argentine tango dancers. Tonight is at leisure, or, participate in the optional Argentine Dinner and Tango Show
Optional: Buenos Aires Dinner & Tango Show (PM)
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast

Today is at leisure, to revisit some of your favorite places in the city. Shop for leatherwear and designer clothes, or, join the optional Tigre Delta Cruise with lunch. Take in the panoramic views of the Delta, marvel at the unique landscape and learn about the history of this distinctive region, north of the capital. Along the way, view the Buenos Aires Rowing Club, the amusement park "Parque de La Costa", Trilenium Casino and the Beaux Art Museum. Tonight, have dinner at a delightful restaurant
Optional: Tigre Delta Cruise with lunch
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Depart Buenos Aires by flight to Mendoza, the center of Argentina's renowned wine industry. Upon arrival, you'll see the beautiful mountains and trees, harmoniously mixed with the vintage scents that invade the city. The city's wine, art and culture magically merge in every corner of this province, founded in the 16th century by Spanish settlers. Spend your evening at leisure
Overnight: Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast

Morning visit to the Bodega Achaval-Ferrer Winery, one of the award-winning boutique vineyards in Mendoza. Here, tour the vineyard and learn about the harvesting, winemaking process and the viticulture history of Mendoza. An expert details the importance of wine tasting to understand the properties of wine and shares tastes of some of the fine wines in the cellar. Then, continue on to Norton Vineyards where you will have the opportunity to be an oenologist for a day and create your own wine. This recreational activity allows you to blend wine combining varieties and discovering aromas, textures, and complexity. After, proceed to Lamadrid Wines, a family-run winery committed to the production of wine of the highest quality. Tour the vineyard and visit the cellar. Enjoy a light lunch of empanadas, along with tastings of different types of wine, while admiring the stunning views of the Cordon del Plata mountain range. Later, drive back to the hotel
Overnight: Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Depart today for a long drive on the dazzling scenic route from Mendoza to Santiago in Chile. Stop en route for views of Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America lying within the Aconcagua Provincial Park in the province of Mendoza. Unlike other Andean peaks, this mountain does not sit on the international border and lies completely within Argentina. A box lunch will be provided en route. After crossing the border, arrive in energetic Santiago for leisure time this evening
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning's city tour takes you through the colonial neighborhoods of the city that contrast with the modern financial center, known as Sanhattan. Pass by beautiful residences that are part of the Barrio Universitario (University Area). In the historic center view the lively Plaza de Armas, with its fountains. The tour continues with a drive along the green Parque Forestal with its stunning Fine Arts Museum. Continue crossing the bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista and climb up San Cristóbal Hill to a viewpoint, for a magnificent panoramic view of the city with its backdrop of the towering Andes Mountains Leisure time this afternoon to explore the city on your own or perhaps join the optional tour of Santa Rita winery, where you will learn about the history of Chilean wine-making, walk through lush vineyards and historic "bodegas," and taste award-winning vintages. Tonight, savor a traditional Chilean dinner at a local restaurant and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Optional: Half Day Santa Rita Winery Tour (PM)
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight