Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure
- 15 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a delightful journey with a convenient pick-up from your Mendoza hotel. Explore the scenic south of Mendoza Province, renowned for its green valleys, watercourses, and unique rock formations shaped by the elements over time. Discover the hidden beauty of the Uco Valley, enjoy the serenity of the Nihuil Dam & Reservoir, and soak in the local charm of 25 de Mayo Village. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of San Rafael City, complemented by a visit to the wax museum for a touch of local artistry.
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Mendoza
- Spanish Professional guide
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Additional activities
Itinerary
Early in the morning, we will leave from our selected hotels in Mendoza city to go to the south of the province, while we see the impressive landscapes of Uco Valley, with its deserts, water mirrors, and vestiges of the passage of time.
Then, continue further south to reach the Nihuil dam. This place is usually chosen by nature lovers to spend the day, as you can practice activities like fishing, hiking, water sports or just relax.
Entering the Atuel Canyon, discover wonderful sculptures in natural walls forming the canyon, hanging gardens, the chair of Rivadavia, and visit the Wax Museum. The constant sound provided by the Atuel river accompanies the journey up to the Valle Grande dam, source of unmatched beauty, where you will have time to relax and enjoy lunch (not included).
As we conclude our journey, our next destination is the picturesque city of San Rafael. There, we'll explore the charming buildings that paint a vivid picture of the city's rich history and unique character. Following this memorable experience, we'll make our way back to selected hotels in Mendoza.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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Ratings come from 14 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Centrally located Mendoza hotels. If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Tangol
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Mendoza
- Its from-price is 64% below the median of the 184 day trips we list in Mendoza.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 59 of 184.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Mendoza
Mendoza is a wine city of tree-lined avenues and irrigation channels on a dry plain, with the high Andes rising to the west.
Mendoza was largely rebuilt after the earthquake of 1861, which is why its streets are wide and its squares open. Plane trees shade the pavements, watered by old irrigation channels called acequias. Plaza Independencia sits at the centre with four smaller squares around it, and the great Parque General San Martín climbs to the Cerro de la Gloria, a monument with a view over the city.
Top-ranked sights in Mendoza: Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge), Uspallata, Aconcagua Provincial Park.
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