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- Spanish
This tour offers a comfortable way to get to know the area of Cacheuta and Potrerillos, combining natural landscapes, historical points and viewpoints of the precordillera. The tour begins in Chacras de Coria, Las Comgates and Blanco Encalada, allowing you to appreciate the local life before entering the Cacheuta Canyon. There you can cross a suspension bridge, observe the ruins of the former FADER plant and cross the historic Tunnel of Potrerillos, with explanations about its importance.
In Potrerillos you will enjoy panoramic views of the levee, lake and Cordon del Plata, with time for photographs and to tour the hotel gardens. The itinerary is organized to enjoy each section without haste, with transportation included, guide in Spanish and prior information through a digital itinerary. It is an experience that combines nature, history and tranquility in one of the most representative landscapes of Mendoza.
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Meeting and pickup
If you are staying in the city of Mendoza , we look for your hotel located within a radius up to 1.50 km from Plaza Independencia. In case they are private addresses in this radius we coordinate a nearby meeting point.
The day before your ride you will be contacted to the phone number indicated in your reservation to reconfirm your pickup point and your estimated schedule.
If you are not staying in the search radius, or if the meeting points outside the city of Mendoz are convenient, you can show up at our office, open every day. It is located in Peatonal Sarmiento between 9 de Julio and Av. España streets
Itinerary
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The tour starts in the quiet residential area of Chacras de Coria, before you enter Route 82 to breathtaking landscapes and picturesque towns such as Las Comgates, Blanco Encalada and Colonia Switzerland. Visit the ruins of the former FADER plant, a testament to local industrial history, and then enter the imposing Cacheuta Canyon, where the Mendoza River makes its way between giant rock walls. You will cross the Suspension Bridge and, after a winding ascent, you will reach the Tunnel of Potrerillos, with panoramic views of the Wall and the crowning of the Dyke. In Potrerillos you will be surprised by the lake of crystal clear waters and the snow-capped mountains of Cordon del Plata, with a stop at the Mirador del Lago. The tour continues along the lake to the gardens of the Hotel de Potrerillos, where you can relax, make arborism or enjoy a snack. Return to Mendoza is scheduled for 7 pm, subject to traffic, especially on Sundays.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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