CREOLE HORSEBACK RIDE WITH WINERY
Days: Monday to Saturday.
Departure time: From 8:30 pm
Return time: 14:30
The Creole Horseback Ride with Winery is performed starting from a base located at 1,400 meters high. Security professionals provide a talk where they explain the basic guidelines for the ride. Then the journey starts at the foothills of Mendoza mountains, stopping halfway through to rest and appreciate nature.
The ride lasts an hour and a half. The return to the city takes us to Krontiras Winery, unique in its kind since it works with the organic method of biodynamics. There we’ll taste a variety of wines and an exquisite asado for lunch. You should wear comfortable clothing, shelter and sunscreen.
SUNSET HORSEBACK RIDINGS
Days: Every day of the year
Departure time: From 16:30 – Winter time: 15:30
Return time: 23:00 pm (approximately)
The Sunset Horseback Riding experience is carried out starting from a base located at 1,400 meters high. After reaching the operations base, a group of security professionals dictates a short introductory talk to provide the basic information necessary for the ride. The journey takes place between the foothills of Mendoza mountains, with a stop halfway through the ride, allowing to admire the scenery.
Returning to the base we’ll have dinner, consisting of an exquisite Creole Asado and bread, accompanied by regional wines and soft drinks. Tour options include a bilingual guide, and you should wear comfortable clothing, shelter and sunscreen.
FULL DAY HORSEBACK RIDE IN RANCH (Valle de Uco)
Departure time: 8:30 pm
Return time: 18:30
The Full Day Horseback Ride in Ranch takes place at 2400 meters above the sea level. It is a journey that highlights the most striking attractions of the Uco Valley, surrounded by the imposing peaks of the Andes. It is part of the Quebrada del Condor, where the base is located. Pancakes, mate, coffee, buns and regional delicacies are served for breakfast at the base. Once breakfast is finished and before starting the tour, a talk with security professionals who provide basic recommendations to begin the horse ride.
The ride takes us through the Cordon del Plata, where you can sight wildlife: guanacos, condors, foxes, hares and a variety of birds inhabit these places. Halfway through the ride we’ll make a pause to enjoy some traditional mates beside a waterfall that creates a special atmosphere. The end of the tour leads us to the Mirador de la Hoyada, from which you can enjoy a unique view of the Potrerillos Valley and the Cordon del Plata. After the cruise, guests can enjoy a delicious asado.
HORSEBACK RIDE THROUGH VISTALBA VINEYARDS
Departures: Wednesday and Friday
Departure time: 10:30 pm
Return time: 15:30
The Horseback Ride through Vistalba Vineyards is an experience that blends the best of winemaking with a touch of country life. The tour consists of an hour and a half ride through the vineyards of the prestigious Bodega Nieto Senetiner and Vistalba Valley hills, knowing all the secrets of growing grapes and producing wine.
The tour ends with lunch at the winery’s restaurant, where creole asado with empanadas are served. Later and as a closing activity we’ll taste different kinds of wine, along with a tour through the establishment.
