Wine Tour of Argentina & Chile

(11 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Colchagua Valley, Santiago with Casablanca Valley & Valparaiso, Mendoza, Buenos Aires

Incredible wine, food, culture and scenery are the focus of this private tour through Argentina and Chile’s top wine regions and most interesting cities.

Begin in the picturesque Colchagua Valley wine region of Chile, where many of Chile's top wineries produce high-quality red wines from Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Carmenere grapes. Stay at an exclusive hotel among the beautiful vineyards of the region, and enjoy private touring of top wineries and the most interesting cultural attractions.

Next, transfer to Santiago, a historic city with unforgettable views of the Andes mountains. While touring with your own private guide, gain an insider's perspective on Santiago highlights such as the Plaza de Armas, Mercado Central, La Chascona (Pablo Neruda's house), the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, beautiful colonial architecture, exclusive shops and historic neighborhoods.

One day, take an excursion to Valparaiso, stopping en route for wine tasting at a top winery in the Casablanca Valley, one of Chile's best regions for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Continue to Valparaiso, an unusual city built on hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the labyrinthine streets of the most colorful cerros (hills), visit notable museums, and perhaps take one of the funiculars that connect the upper and lower parts of the city.

Next, fly to Mendoza, Argentina’s best-known and most productive wine region, and stay at a luxurious hotel with views of the vineyards and the nearby Andes. During private touring, visit the most interesting and upscale local wineries, and sample Malbec, Torrontes and other locally produced wines. Also enjoy a private cooking class focused on regional culinary specialties, with wine pairings.

End in vibrant Buenos Aires. With your private guide and driver, visit the city’s most evocative neighborhoods such as San Telmo, La Boca, Palermo and Puerto Madero, and see highlights around the city such as the Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada and Recoleta Cemetery. Visit local museums according to your interests, such as the Evita Museum or the MALBA museum of Latin American art. One evening, attend a top-rated tango performance at an intimate, upscale dinner theater. Also enjoy time to take advantage of the exciting contemporary art and design scene, world-class restaurants and great shopping. One day, take a private excursion to an estancia (ranch) in the pampas to learn about gaucho culture and experience the traditional estancia lifestyle. Alternatively, take a private excursion to Tigre and the Parana River Delta to enjoy a relaxing private cruise on the canals, passing gardens and vacation houses.

All touring is flexible and customized to your interests, and accommodation is in top rooms at Argentina and Chile’s leading luxury hotels and lodges. This tour can be extended to include additional wine regions in Argentina, such as Salta (Cafayate) and Patagonia.

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All Artisans of Leisure tours are private and depart daily.

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• Private touring with your own personal guides and drivers
• Preferred rooms in the very best luxury hotels
• Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations from our travel specialists
• Itineraries that are customized according to your interests and schedule
• Artisans of Leisure upgrades and amenities
• A seamless travel experience, including all logistics, skipping lines during touring whenever possible, restaurant and spa reservations, performance tickets, private airport transfers, internal transportation, VIP and fast-track airport assistance in many destinations
• Around-the-clock support in each destination during your trip
• Unique, insider travel experiences and access to the Artisans of Leisure network of experts around the world