Enjoy a slow paced meander through the dramatic vineyards of central Chile and northern Argentina flanked by the towering majestic Andes. Savour a glass of finest Malbec under the southern stars beside your private al fresco fireplace. Indulge in romantic dinners, lazy days exploring the vineyards and sophisticated nights in the Paris of the south ~ Buenos Aires.
VINES, WINE & MAJESTIC ANDES
HIGHLIGHTS
- Stay in the most exquisite private vineyard lodges.
- Enjoy endless days of sunshine whilst discovering fine wines and new world cuisine.
- Cross the majestic snow-capped Andes at their highest elevation.
- Stroll the tree lined streets of sophisticated Recoleta, Buenos Aires.
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Arrive
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Day 1 Arrive Santiago
Arrive in Chile's capital, Santiago and transfer south to your hotel in the Colchagua wine valley, approximately 2 hours drive. Enjoy a lazy lunch before spending the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the vineyard's beautiful panoramic views.
Overnight: Clos Apalta
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Day 2 Colchagua and Santa Cruz vineyards
Spend the morning exploring the estate, either on mountain bikes or horseback. After lunch, enjoy a private tour of the Clos Apalta award-winning winery; the highlight of which has to be the cellar. Its six levels drop 25 metres deep and its walls are covered in seemingly endless bottles of wine.
If you're travelling during March and mid-April, you'll experience the 'Vendimia', or harvest festival, when Chileans celebrate with dance, music and food. Santa Cruz sees some of the most vibrant festivities in the Colchagua Valley, where some of the most established wineries are located.
Overnight: Clos Apalta
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Day 3 Santiago
Transfer to Santiago via the Maipo Valley visiting two boutique wineries en-route. Picnic lunch in a peaceful spot along the journey. Once in Santiago, enjoy a well-earned spa treatment or a swim and come the evening, be sure to try a cocktail or two in the rooftop bar before heading out for dinner.
Overnight: The Singular Santiago
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Day 4 Cross the Andes to Mendoza, Argentina
Choose between a 1 hour flight to hop over the Andes into Argentina or a spectacular full day's road trip through the high Andes to the Mendoza vineyards. Based at the foot of the Andes, enjoy the sun setting over the majestic Andes from your private terrace with a robust glass of red in hand.
Overnight: Awasi Mendoza
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Day 5 Exploring the Mendoza vineyards
A day of serious indulgence with private, guided visits and tastings to Benegas and Catena Zapata wineries. Enjoy a spectacular lunch at Finca Decero and an exclusive dinner at Catena Zapata.
Overnight: Awasi Mendoza
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Day 6 Andes active adventures or relaxation
Enjoy a day of adventure in the Uco valley; whether it's riding, biking, rafting or hiking. Alternatively have a relaxed day in the wonderful lodge Spa to try their wine and grape based therapeutic treatments. And if you can't decide, have a bit of both!
Overnight: Awasi Mendoza
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Day 7 Buenos Aires
Fly south east from Mendoza to the capital Buenos Aires, and transfer to your hotel in the heart of Recoleta. A stunning 10-bedroom boutique hotel just a stroll away from the city's main shopping boutiques, restaurants, cafe's and galleries.
Overnight: Algodon Mansion
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Day 8 Experience the "Paris of the South"
Escorted by an experienced and knowledgeable guide, discover this fabulous city's colourful past. Experience and enjoy its exceptional gastronomy, oenology, anthropology and architecture.
Overnight: Algodon Mansion
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Day 9 Day at leisure
Wind down with a day at your leisure. Wander through the leafy parks and wide tree-lined avenues of Recoleta, with plenty of restorative coffee stops and a gastronomic lunch along the way. Enjoy the buzz and lively atmosphere of this remarkable city.
Overnight: Algodon Mansion
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Day 10 Depart
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, while your hotel's butler does the packing, before departing for the airport and your onward flight.
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Depart
GUIDELINE PRICES - Per Person
| High | $ 11,765 |
| Low | $ 9,448 |
| Mid | $ 10,625 |
BOOKING NOTES
- Per person based on two people sharing room
- Excludes international flights
INCLUSIONS
- All accommodation as detailed in the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Private transfers throughout.
- All sightseeing, entrance fees and guide services as detailed in the itinerary.
- Internal flights where detailed in the itinerary.
EXTRAS
- International flights.
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary.
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, gratuities (discretionary).
- Entrance fees and excursions not specifically mentioned as included.
- Travel insurance or visa fees.
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