Mendoza’s top wineries ! All Inclusive Private Tours!

Mendoza’s best wine days mix polished estates with small family wineries, and this private tour lets you do both without worrying about driving. You may taste at Familia Zaina or Sophenia, then finish with lunch and flowing wine at a winery such as Azul, depending on the route arranged for your group. The Andes views give the day a fine backdrop, but the wine remains the main event.

I like the private format, since your guide can shape the winery choices around your interests and the size of your party. I also like that lunch is not an afterthought: it is a full winery meal with paired wines, rather than a quick sandwich between tastings.

The main consideration is that the exact wineries are not fixed in advance. That gives the operator room to plan a strong day, but you should confirm your region and stops before departure if a particular estate matters to you.

Key points at a glance

• Three wineries in one nine-hour day: Two stops focus on tours and tastings, while the final winery provides lunch with wine pairings.
• A choice of Mendoza wine regions: Routes may run through Luján de Cuyo, Maipú, or the Uco Valley, each with a different feel.
• Private transport in a 2025 Ford Ranger, car, or minivan: The vehicle depends on group size, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
• Small producers can share the bill with famous names: Possible stops include family wineries such as Martino and Zaina, along with Chandon, Trapiche, Santa Julia, or Domaine Bousquet.
• A scenic Uco Valley option: The longer route can pass Potrerillos Lake, mountain villages, and the Pre-Andes before reaching the vineyards.
• A strong fit for adults who want convenience: The experience is limited to people age 18 and over and includes tastings, lunch, water, reservations, and a guide.

Three wineries, three different ways to taste Mendoza

The shape of the day is simple and sensible. You visit three wineries, taste at the first two, and settle in for a longer lunch at the third. That arrangement matters because three formal winery tours in one day can blur together, while a meal gives you time to slow down and enjoy the wine.

The first two stops usually include a guided visit and tasting. You might hear about the winery, see parts of its production area, and sample several wines with a host. The supplied information does not promise a fixed tasting menu, so the particular labels and pours can change with the estate and the season.

At the final winery, expect about three hours for lunch, regional food, scenic views, and wine. This is where the tour shifts from wine education to a long Argentine meal. One reported route ended at Azul, where lunch came with good views and wine served throughout the meal. That kind of finish can be generous, but it also means you should pace yourself at the first two stops.

Luján de Cuyo: classic names and smaller family wineries

Luján de Cuyo is one of the possible routes, with a mix of well-known wineries and smaller rural producers. The potential list includes Budeguer, Terraza de los Andes, Chandon, Martino, and Piatelli.

This route can suit you if you want a clear blend of polished wine tourism and a more personal stop. A famous estate may offer a carefully structured visit, while a smaller family winery can put more attention on the people behind the bottles. Martino and Piatelli are examples of the smaller-scale side of the route, though the final selection is arranged for your group.

The tradeoff is choice. You cannot assume that every winery named in the description will appear on your day. If you have already visited Chandon or prefer family-run wineries, tell the operator before the schedule is set. The private format gives you a better chance of getting a route that fits your tastes, but it does not turn every possible estate into a guaranteed stop.

Maipú: a broad menu of Mendoza wine history

The Maipú route may include Antigal, Santa Julia, Zuccardi, Domiciano, Trapiche, Laur, and La Rural. This is the broadest list of potential wineries, ranging from major Argentine producers to estates with a more traditional feel.

You might prefer Maipú if you want recognizable names and a route with plenty of choice. Trapiche, Santa Julia, and Zuccardi are useful possibilities for anyone who wants to connect Mendoza’s wines with producers known beyond Argentina. Smaller or less familiar stops can add variety and keep the day from feeling like a chain of identical tasting rooms.

The experience remains dependent on the final plan, so ask what kind of visit is expected at each stop. A large winery and a small rural property can offer very different levels of structure, group attention, and time at the table. Your guide handles reservations and transport, which removes much of the work, but you still benefit from knowing the character of the route before you leave.

Uco Valley: longer roads and mountain views

The Uco Valley option is the scenic choice. Instead of heading only through the main wine districts, you can travel south and west toward Potrerillos Lake, stop at a viewpoint, pass small mountain villages, and continue into the Pre-Andes. The route then climbs toward the vineyards with views of the Silver Range.

Possible Uco Valley wineries include Domaine Bousquet, Zaina Family, Bianchi, Sophenia, Piedra Negra, and Claroscuro. The valley offers a stronger sense of distance and open space than a compact winery circuit, and the mountain setting gives lunch a special sense of place.

The cost is time on the road. This is still a nine-hour experience, so a scenic Uco route may leave less time for lingering at each winery than a closer route through Maipú or Luján de Cuyo. I would choose it for the combination of wine and scenery, not simply to collect the largest number of tastings.

Potrerillos Lake is an especially useful stop because it breaks up the drive. You get a viewpoint and a change of scenery before the winery portion begins. If the Andes are a major reason for your Mendoza visit, this version may offer more of what you came to see.

The wineries can range from famous to deeply personal

The strongest feature of this experience is its range. One day might place you at a major name such as Chandon or Trapiche, then take you to a smaller family property. Another may include Familia Zaina, where a winemaker personally welcomed the group and shared the family story during the tasting.

That family connection can make a small winery worth more than another famous label. You are not simply comparing bottles. You are seeing how a Mendoza producer presents its work, and you may have more room to ask questions in a small setting.

Sophenia is another possible stop, and one reported day included an especially enjoyable guided visit there. The exact host is not guaranteed, but this kind of stop adds structure after a more informal family tasting. You may find the contrast useful: one winery gives you a personal welcome, while another provides a more formal tour.

Because no fixed winery schedule is promised, do not book this tour solely for one name. Book it for the chance to receive a well-planned combination. If a particular winery is essential, ask about availability before confirming.

A private vehicle makes the long day easier

Pickup is available in Mendoza, Chacras de Coria, Godoy Cruz, Dorrego, Luján de Cuyo, and Guaymallén. You wait in your hotel lobby ten minutes before the agreed time, and the planned pickup may be around 8:30, 9, 9:30, or 10 in the morning, depending on the selected route and schedule.

You ride in a 2025 four-door Ford Ranger, a car, or a minivan based on group size. That is a practical detail, especially for a full day that may include a longer Uco Valley drive. The vehicle is private, so you are not stopping repeatedly for unrelated passengers or adapting your day to a large group.

The driver also takes care of the winery roads and the return trip. A past booking described the driver arriving right on time, or even early, and getting the group back safely and on schedule. That kind of punctuality matters when three reservations and a long lunch must fit into one day.

The guide speaks English, Spanish, or Portuguese. The guide and driver may be the same person or part of the arranged service, but the supplied details do not guarantee a named guide. You should state your preferred language when booking.

Lunch is the part worth protecting

The final winery receives roughly three hours for wine, food, and scenery. That is a good sign. A proper winery lunch should not feel like a rushed break, and the length allows the meal to carry the final part of the day.

You can expect a multi-course meal with paired wines and regional food. The exact dishes are not listed, so do not plan around a specific menu. If food is important to you, mention dietary needs when arranging the tour, since the available information only confirms the included lunch and regional style.

A past day finished at Azul, where the meal came with strong views, good food, and wine served throughout lunch. That sounds generous, but it creates one practical warning: tastings begin before lunch. Eat a little at breakfast, drink the provided mineral water, and do not feel obliged to match every pour.

The lunch stop also gives you a chance to compare the wines you tasted earlier. By the third winery, you may have a better sense of which styles you prefer, and the meal makes the tasting feel connected to Argentine food rather than separate from it.

What the $230 price really covers

At $230 per person, this is not a budget winery outing. It can still be a fair value if you use the included services: private transportation, a professional guide, advance winery reservations, tour planning, mineral water, tastings, and lunch.

Booking three wineries independently would require arranging transport, coordinating arrival times, choosing restaurants, and deciding who drives after several tastings. The private vehicle is the biggest part of the value. It also lets you choose from several pickup areas instead of traveling across the city to meet a shared bus.

The price makes more sense for couples, families of adults, or a small private group that values control and comfort. It is harder to justify if you mainly want the cheapest way to visit one winery or two. For that, a shared excursion may cost less, though this experience offers more freedom and a full lunch.

Remember that the exact wineries depend on the route selected. Ask what is available for your date, what region you will visit, and what type of lunch is planned. Those questions help you judge the value before paying.

Timing, age limits, and small practical points

The whole experience lasts about nine hours, with drop-off around 5 in the afternoon. That leaves the evening free, though you may prefer a quiet dinner after a day of tastings and wine with lunch.

This is a private group experience, not a shared tour. It is not suitable for children under 18, and the included tastings and lunch are clearly aimed at adults.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Mendoza schedule is still shifting. Pickup and drop-off cover the six listed areas, but you should confirm your exact accommodation location when arranging the ride.

Who should choose this Mendoza wine tour

I would choose this experience if you want a full wine day without renting a car or planning three reservations yourself. It suits you especially well if you want a private guide, a choice of language, and a route that can include both famous producers and smaller family wineries.

The Uco Valley version is best for someone who wants mountain scenery as part of the day. Maipú or Luján de Cuyo may suit you better if you want to spend less time driving and more time comparing winery visits.

I would be more cautious if you need a guaranteed visit to one specific estate, require a fixed menu, or prefer a short tasting with no long lunch. The tour is built around a planned full day, and the final winery gives the schedule its slowest, most relaxed stretch.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if private transport, three wineries, a serious lunch, and the Andes setting are worth paying for. The strongest reasons are the flexible regional routes, the mix of small and famous producers, and the fact that you can enjoy the wine without driving.

Before confirming, ask which region and wineries are planned for your date. If the answer matches your interests, $230 can buy a much easier and more personal wine day than arranging the same pieces on your own.

FAQ

How long does the wine tour last?

The experience lasts about nine hours. Pickup may be scheduled around 8:30, 9, 9:30, or 10 in the morning, and drop-off is planned for around 5 in the afternoon.

Which wineries will the tour visit?

The tour visits three wineries, but the exact names depend on the region and schedule. Possible wineries include Chandon, Budeguer, Terraza de los Andes, Martino, Piatelli, Trapiche, Santa Julia, Zuccardi, Domaine Bousquet, Sophenia, Zaina Family, and others.

Are wine tastings included?

Yes. Tastings at the wineries are included in the price. The first two stops generally focus on tours and tastings, while the final stop includes wine with lunch.

Is lunch included?

Yes. The final winery includes a multi-course lunch with paired wines and regional food.

What languages does the guide speak?

The tour is available with a guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.

Where can pickup and drop-off take place?

Pickup and drop-off are available in Chacras de Coria, Godoy Cruz, Dorrego, Mendoza, Luján de Cuyo, and Guaymallén.

Can children join the tour?

No. The experience is not suitable for children under 18 years old.