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Day 1:
Reception at the City of Mendoza. We head south of the Province towards Tierras Blancas Ranch, located in the middle of the Andes Mountains, starting point of our horse ride. We arrive at the ranch where we'll be staying. After adapting to the horses, we enjoy a typical criollo barbecue.
Overnight at Tierras Blancas Ranch - D
Day 2:
Early in the morning we begin our ride up to El Toscal mountain shelter located 2,200 meters above sea level. We ride through virgin lands, in the company of some condors and eagles. We immerse ourselves into the Andes, enjoying a view of the Frontal range.
Overnight at "El Toscal" mountain shelter - B/L/D
Day 3:
Today we adapt to the height and enjoy the day at the shelter. We go trekking and fish trout on the streams near the shelter.
Overnight at "El Toscal" mountain shelter - B/L/D
Day 4:
Today we cross the frontal range, ride up to Portezuelo de los Vientos located 4,000 meters above sea level, enjoying breathtaking views of the boundary range and the Mendoza plain. By night we gather around a bonfire and while the mountain guides set up the tents and get dinner ready, we listen to local storytelling.
Overnight at the camp - B/L/D
Day 5:
We begin the day riding through the main valley, watching guanaco troops along the way. An unforgettable experience, crossing the Colorado River inside a great canyon.
Overnight at the camp - B/L/D
Day 6:
We continue our ride through the central valley, through places rarely visited by man of an incredible beauty.
Overnight at the camp - B/L/D
Day 7:
Last day of our horse ride, we head out towards the Boundary Range. By noon we reach the border with Chile and begin our descent towards the hot springs of Colina, where we can enjoy a refreshing thermal bath. We spend the night at the lodge.
Overnight at Millahue Lodge - B/L/D
Day 8:
During the morning we begin our way back to the City of Mendoza by road through the international crossing Cristo Redentor. We enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Acongagua along the way and visit Puente del Inca, a geological formation unique in the world, declared World Heritage. We have lunch and continue up to the City of Mendoza. Transfer to the airport.
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Services Included
• Private transfers throughout the trip.
• 7 nights accommodation according to the itinerary.
• Guide and assistant throughout the trip.
• Customs paperwork and crossing permits to Chile.
• Full mountain equipment, including sleeping bags, tableware, tables, stools, dining tents and dormitory tents.
• Horses, saddles and mountain guides.
• Cargo mules to carry personal equipment.
• Satellite telephones.
• Medical insurance.
Documentation
• Identity card.
• Passport if foreigner.
• Authorization to leave the country.
Equipment and clothing
• Rubber-sole "alpargatas" (local canvas shoes).
• Rubber-sole trainers.
• Wide-brimmed hat.
• Pants and 2 "bombachas de campo" (gaucho pants).
• Long underwear.
• Wool gloves and hat.
• 2 T-shirts, 1 fleece shirt.
• Bathing suit.
• Neck handkerchief.
• Long-sleeve shirts.
• Waterproof jacket.
• Small towel.
• Flashlights and batteries.
• Sunscreen.
• Lip sunscreen.
• Personal hygiene items.
• Personal medicines.
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Tierras Blancas Ranch
Uco Valley - Los Andes Mountain Range
Argentina
www.tierrasblancas.com
Description: Located in the midst of a unique landscape, dominated by the high peaks of the Los Andes Mountain Range. The main house is located on small hills, next to El Rosario stream. The rooms are simple but comfortable.
Millahue Lodging
Cajón del Maipo
Chile
www.hosteriamillahue.com
Description: Located in a nice mountain area. Carpeted cabins with private bathrooms, heating, TV, and a delicate decor. EcoThermal pool and jacuzzi.
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