WOMEN ONLY
From the Tango and historic center of Buenos Aires to the house of Pablo Neruda and the wine regions of the South, our 10 Day Wine & Wonders tour is simply fantastico! No where else will you find a tour this comprehensive and tailor-made for Gutsy women. A Tango lesson at the Mansion Dandi Royal, an Argentine cooking class at one of Mendoza's premier wineries, and comprehensive city tours of Buenos Aires and Santiago are just a few of the many highlights you'll experience on this fun and fascinating itinerary.
DAY 1, Saturday - Depart USA
Board your international flight to Argentina. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey
DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Walking Tour
Arrive in Buenos Aires, transfer to the hotel and check in to your room. This afternoon, meet the group and enjoy a welcome lunch at Puerto Madero. Afterward, embark on a walking tour of the city, through the bustling banking and business center of town, to the Plaza de Mayo with its historic Casa Rosada (Government House), Cabildo (Town Hall), and Cathedral. Next, take a ride in one of the most antique subway trains in South America, before a walk through the narrow streets of the San Telmo neighborhood. Then we'll visit "El Zanjon de Granados," descending from a beautifully restored 1830s house into other architectural elements such as a long, walled, 19th-century cistern. Afterward, enjoy a drink at the famous Café Tortoni, one of the oldest cafeterias in Buenos Aires. At last, return to the hotel via the colorful Boca District, where local artists gather on Sundays
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Lunch
DAY 3, Monday - Belle Epoque, Tango Lesson & Tango Show
After breakfast, enjoy a tour of the Belle Epoque neighborhood. Today's tour is an ideal opportunity to absorb the atmosphere and life-style of the city's traditional upper class. From 1871, the northern suburbs of Belle Epoque became the main residence for wealthy families, which gave the area a noticeably European aura. Along grand, tree-lined boulevards, see Beaux Arts palaces (a visit will be arranged to one of them), parks, and renowned monuments from of the early 20th century, including the impressive Recoleta Cemetery, with its ornate marble crypts and Evita's tomb. Make a quick stop at La Biela Café before visiting the landmark Malba Museum. The tour then continues for a drive around the Palermo district to view the unique architectural parks, gardens, mansions, and embassies which give the neighborhood its moniker. The afternoon holds a very special surprise: a Tango Lesson at the famed Mansion Dandi Royal. Here, in the company of some of the most accomplished maestros in Buenos Aires, enjoy a guided lesson in a typical tango dancing ballroom. This evening, enjoy a true Argentine experience with a Tango show and dinner at the famous Restaurant Esquina de Carlos Gardel
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4, Tuesday - Evita Museum Visit, Palermo City Tour
This morning, visit the Evita Museum, with exhibits detailing the life and accomplishments of Argentina's former First Lady. Following the visit, have lunch in Palermo before joining a walking tour of the area. Enjoy time to shop before returning to the hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure
Optional: Art & Design Tour (PM)
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5, Wednesday - Flight to Mendoza, Mendoza City Tour
This morning, transfer to the airport for the flight to Mendoza. Upon arrival enjoy a half day tour of Mendoza, considered one of the most charming cities in the country, home to beautiful parks, wide shaded sidewalks, and a friendly atmosphere. The tour takes us through the old and modern quarters of the city, visiting the Main Square and Civic area, the residential neighborhoods, the Parque Gral San Martin, the Monument to the Andean Army, and El Challao at the foot of the Andes. Afterward, continue to the hotel for check in
Overnight: Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6, Thursday - Winery Tour & Cooking Class
This morning, depart for a full day tour of local Argentine wineries. Of the many wineries for which Argentina is famous, visit the Bodegas Lopez winery, with a history dating back over 100 years. Here, enjoy a wine tasting and the opportunity to purchase some of Bodegas' featured blends. Afterward, continue to Zuccardi Winery for a late morning cooking class. Good cooking compliments good wine, and here chefs will teach us how to use regional products to prepare high-quality dishes. Following the class, a three-course lunch will be served with paired wines, followed by a tour of the vineyards and cellars. Return to Mendoza this afternoon
Overnight: Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7, Friday - Andes Crossing
This morning depart Mendoza by bus and travel along the scenic Pan-American Highway for Cacheuta. Continue the ascent past Potrerillos and Uspallata, crossing the historic bridge across the Rio Picheuta, and entering the heart of the Andes Range where lunch will be provided at Puente del Inca. After a short visit to Los Potrerillos Ski Centre, have the opportunity to view Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America. After completing Chilean border formalities, pass the ski center of Portillo and the Green Lagoon en route to Santiago, Chile. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check in
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Saturday - Panoramic City Tour, La Chascona Visit
The first morning in Santiago begins with a panoramic tour of the city that includes the neoclassical Moneda Palace, current seat of the Chilean Government, the Plaza de Armas with its cathedral, the Natural History Museum, and the Central Post Office. Then continue to view the Parque Forestal, modeled on the famed Champs Elysee in Paris, France, as well as the Museum of Fine Arts, and Santa Lucia Hill where the city was founded in 1541. Next, take a short walk to visit “El Patio de Bellavista," where new gastronomic and cultural attractions are found amidst condominiums constructed in a former industrial district. After enjoying lunch at El Meson Nerudiano Restaurant, visit La Chascona, the former residence of the famous poet Pablo Neruda, which has been turned into a museum. The house was designed by Neruda himself and was dubbed the "Woman with the Tousled Hair" after Matilde Urratia, his third wife. Tour the museum and step into the extraordinary mind of the poet, whose eclectic designs earned him the label "organic architect." Winding garden paths, stairwells, and bridges lead to the house and its library, a bedroom tower, and a secret passageway. Scattered throughout are collections of butterflies, seashells, wineglasses, and other odd objects that inspired Neruda's tumultuous life and romantic poetry. Following this visit, head back toward the hotel with a stop for shopping at the Parque Arauco, one of the largest shopping malls in the area
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 9, Sunday - Concha y Toro Winery
This morning, depart Santiago for a full day tour of the Concha y Toro winery in Maipo Valley, one of Chile’s most prosperous wine regions. Founded in 1883, Concha y Toro is today the largest wine exporter in Chile. This guided tour of the winery includes a comprehensive visit to the extensive landscaped gardens, the plantations (some of which were planted personally by the vineyard's founder, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro), and the modern plant and old cellars. A tasting and a souvenir glass are also included. Afterward, the tour continues to Maipo Canyon, from which you can see spectacular views of the Andes Mountains. Conclude the tour with a typical lunch at Casa Bosque before returning to Santiago in the afternoon. This evening, celebrate your final night abroad at a farewell event at Camino Real restaurant, offering a wonderful panoramic view of Santiago by night. Enjoy a cocktail on the restaurant's terrace, followed by a typical Chilean folkloric performance, before dinner is served
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Monday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to the airport in Santiago for your departure flight
Optional: Full Day Valparaiso Viña del Mar
Meals: Breakfast
NOTE : Other dates available. Please contact us for up to date pricing and availability.
