High Mountain, Aconcagua and Inca Bridge
Overview
Enjoy our High Mountain tour and discover Mendoza’s historic richness. Explore breathtaking landscapes of the Andean Mountains as you explore the Inca legacy that once dominated the region. Also, relive the feat of the Sanmartinian crossing, a path of freedom that will connect you to the story of our heroes. An experience that unites nature, culture and adventure!
What you’ll do
There you can enjoy the landscape of the Potrerillos Reservoir, which covers an area of approximately 1,500 hectares, is 7 km long, and almost 1.5 km wide.
It's an area that divides the foothills from the high mountains and is nestled in the imposing Cordón del Plata, located between 1,900 and 2,500 meters above sea level. Free time.
Declared a National Historic Monument, the Picheuta Bridge connected the Captaincy General of Chile with the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata since the 18th century. Here you can see the ruins of a fortification, a silent witness to important historical events linked to San Martín's heroic deeds.
A protected natural area declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Its rock formation forms a natural bridge over the Las Cuevas River. Its geological, scenic, and historical value allow us to appreciate its important cultural identity.
Viewpoint of the highest hill in America at 6,960 meters above sea level.
It's the highest town in Mendoza, at 3,557 meters above sea level. It's a border area bordering Chile and provides access to the Christ the Redeemer monument during the summer. Optional lunch at a local restaurant. Not included.
What’s included
- Pick-up from centrally located accommodations
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local bilingual guide
From €59
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