4 Estancia Days in Mendoza to Build a Trip Around

1.Horseback riding and barbecue in a private ranch – La Carrera, Mendoza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $200Our pick

Ride well-cared-for Criollo horses through Mendoza’s Andes, then enjoy empanadas, wine, asado, and dessert at a private family ranch.

“This was one of the coolest experiences we did in South America. Gilda, Lucia, and Angel were incredible guides and made the experience unforgettable. Great views of the Andes along the entire ride and then a delicious asado and wine lunch to cap off the day. Cannot recommend this enough!”

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2.The Real Gaucho Day Trip from Mendoza – Don Daniel Ranch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $290

Ride into the Andes from Mendoza, learn mate traditions, enjoy ranch-made sopaipillas, and share an asado at 2,700 meters.

“The scenery was worth the price alone! Great day trekking through the mountains and taking in the wonderful views, broke for lunch and a drop of wine with only our horses and the farm dogs for company! Our guide was really helpful and spoke excellent English, would highly recommend this trip!”

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3.Horseback Riding in the Andes, gaucho experience & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $290

Ride horseback through the Andes near Mendoza, meet a local gaucho family, and enjoy tortas fritas, an asado, and Mendoza wine.

“Tim was excellent! From the moment he picked us up to the end of the day, we had a great time. As experienced riders, we appreciated the attention to detail and the not-overbearing attitude. The food was incredible.”

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4.Trekking and Roasting in the Precordillera at Family Ranch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $65Best value

Hike Mendoza’s precordillera, spot wildlife, and enjoy a family-style asado with Malbec at a ranch outside the city.

“Hiking in the foothills of the Andes was a breathtakingly beautiful experience, with the majestic mountains and their energy enveloping you. Ezequiel and Cecilia shared their passion, knowledge and deep respect for the mountains and their surroundings. Following the hike, we enjoyed a complete asado, skillfully prepared by Ezequiel and his family, accompanied by Malbec! I am grateful to the family for sharing their culture with us and doing it with love in their hearts. Thank you!”

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