Sip and snack your way through Argentinian wine country
It’s no big secret that Argentina’s wine and food are world-class, is it? The Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina is a full-on experience in all that’s delicious in this amazing country, and any foodie thinking of South America needs to book their spot.
The Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina begins in Mendoza, the perfect starting point for adventures in Argentina’s wine region. Let the rich olive oil made in the city warm up your palate before touring the wineries of the nearby Uco Valley, the heart of local wine production. Between dinners at excellent restaurants and perfectly paired glasses, you’ll be continually impressed by the flavours of Argentina. With city tours in Salta and Buenos Aires and natural tours of the De Las Conchas and Humahuaca gorges, you’ll leave Argentina not only very satisfied, but full of spectacular memories.
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Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Mendoza
Your adventure begins in Mendoza, the perfect gateway to Argentinian wine country. You’ll be picked up at the airport and enjoy dinner in one of the city’s most renowned restaurants.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mendoza
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Olive Oil and Wine of Mendoza
Mendoza and the surrounding area produce excellent wine and olive oil, and today will focus on both. Visit the local olive oil factory, stop in at a handful of wineries, and enjoy lunch along the way. Today will be equal parts delicious and relaxing!
Note: The regular Wine and Olive tour is available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 3 Uco Valley Wineries
In the morning, you’ll depart Mendoza for the nearby Uco Valley, the wine country of Argentina. The altitude and climate of the region contribute to unique flavours, and you’ll visit three emblematic wineries today. Enjoy a delicious lunch with carefully chosen pairings before returning to Mendoza in the evening.
Note: The Uco Valley Experience operates in shared service on Thursdays and Sundays. Salentein Winery and Espacio Killka remain closed on Mondays.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 4 Salta City Tour
Say farewell to Mendoza and board a flight to Salta, where you’ll take a city tour. Marvel at the gorgeous colonial architecture, churches, and busy streets here. This evening, you’ll make a stop at the High Mountain Archaeology Museum and have dinner at a restaurant dedicated to high altitude cuisine.
Note: The Town Hall and the MAAM close on Mondays. San Miguel’s market closes on Sundays.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Salta
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Province of Jujuy
Spend the morning exploring Jujuy province, an area defined by unusual rock formations. Get to know the Humahuaca Gorge, a Cultural and National Heritage Site.
Return to Salta at the end of an adventurous day.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Salta
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 De Las Conchas Gorge and Cafayate
Begin the day with a departure to Cafayate, where your first destination is the De Las Conchas Gorge, where wind and water erosion have carved unique shapes into the land. Next, you’ll head to Finca Quara to have a tasting at the local winery and eat lunch made with regional ingredients.
You’ll spend tonight in Cafayate.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cafayate
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 7 Wine Museum and Buenos Aires
Before leaving Cafayate, you’ll make a stop at the Vine and Wine Museum. You can imagine what the exhibitions are about here! You’ll learn to cook empanadas and enjoy some wine with your hard-earned lunch.
Note: The Vine and Wine Museum closes on Mondays.
Later in the afternoon, you’ll drive to the airport and fly to Buenos Aires.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 8 City Tour of Buenos Aires
Today is all about Buenos Aires! Visit the top sites in the city, stopping along the way to taste some of the local best- particularly the unexpectedly delicious pizza!
In the evening, you’ll enjoy a gastronomic experience centred around the meat of the Argentinian Asado. Bellies full, you’ll retire to your hotel in the evening.
Note: Fogón Asado Experience closes on Mondays.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9 Tour Concludes
On your final day, you can spend your time as you please before it’s time to head to the airport. Adios!
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Breakfast
Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina Price and Dates
This guided gastronomy tour in Argentina is run either as a private or a shared tour and the price depends on the room you select, the class of hotel you prefer, and whether you prefer a private or shared tour.
Prices below are per person.
Private Tour
- Guided groups of 2 in double rooms: from $3,614 USD per person*
*-Please note that the prices for this tour depend on many factors, such as whether you choose a shared or a private tour, the size of your group and your travelling dates.
Book NowAccommodation on the Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina
This tour is based in hotels. The hotels are generally 3-star and offer modern amenities to keep you comfortable. There are several hotel options for this tour, and you can book 5-star hotels, wine resorts and boutique hotels. Please ask us about all available options and note that selecting different hotels may affect the price.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. If you would prefer a single room where available or you are a solo traveller, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.
Standard Hotels
Amerian Executive Hotel in Mendoza ★★★★
Amerian Executive overlooks Plaza Italia, and inside you’ll find finely decorated rooms, a pool and sauna, and plenty more to keep you comfortable.
Delvino in Salta ★★★
This boutique hotel has tons of charm and welcoming rooms, and you’ll be able to choose from a nice list of local wines at the restaurant.
Los Sauces in Cafayate ★★★
Set right in the city centre, this pretty hotel is nice and close to some of Cafayate’s top spots. Enjoy a lush garden and a friendly bar.
Kenton Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires ★★★
This posh city centre is super close to notable landmarks in Buenos Aires, and the rooms boast plenty of space, WiFi, flatscreen TVs, and room service.
What’s Included in the Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina?
Meals
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners, and the mentioned tastings are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 8 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transfers according to the itinerary are included. Transfers upon arrival and for departure are included. Luggage transfers are also included.
Also Included
- Guide services
- Mentioned walking tours
- Olive oil experience
- Empanadas lesson
Not included
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Visas if required
- Anything not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Optional activities or excursions
- Additional nights before or after the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Wine and Cuisine Tour of Argentina
In EUROTUR we have been creating memorable trips since 1954 as one of the leading inbound DMCs for Argentina & South America, with our head office located in Buenos Aires, with branch offices in Patagonia (El Calafate and Ushuaia) and the Northwest (Salta city).
During our almost 7 decades of experience, we have been offering our clients a wide variety of products from luxury tours to expeditions and from traditional to unconventional voyages. Our travel experts are divided in specialized teams (Tailor Made, FITs, Groups, MICE) and work passionately to design innovative tours for passengers to enjoy each of our destinations in a different and interesting way, as well as provide constant support throughout their trip to guarantee an unforgettable journey. “Local knowledge, Team work and Permanent Training” are our trademarks in the industry.
We are members of WTTC, LATA, USTOA and ICCA just to name a few.
Argentina is a vast country gifted with natural contrasts and wonders! It is a place filled with unchartered land, open nature, culture, gastronomy, adventure, passion, experiences and so much more!
Travel with the experts! Travel with EUROTUR!
In EUROTUR we have been creating memorable trips for almost 7 decades. We are one of the leading inbound DMC for Argentina & South America with offices in Buenos Aires, Patagonia and the Northwest.
We work passionately to design innovative tours for passengers to experience each of our destination in a different and interesting way as well as provide constant support throughout the trip to guarantee an unforgettable journey.
Travel with the experts! Travel with EUROTUR!
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