Mendoza winery tours
Small-group and private tours of two to four wineries in Luján de Cuyo or the Uco Valley, with lunch.
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Wine Tours in Argentina
Mendoza, the Uco Valley, Salta and Patagonia — how to visit, when to go, and which tours and tastings we would actually book ourselves.
The best wine tours in Argentina run through three regions — Mendoza, the Uco Valley and Salta — and Argentina is generous to wine travellers. Most wineries open their doors by appointment, lunches are long, and the country's main wine region — Mendoza — sits inside an hour of a small, walkable, easy-to-navigate city. You can land at the airport, eat a plate of empanadas and be in a vineyard by lunchtime.
The pages below collect the kind of trips worth taking. We focus on small-group and private experiences with the people who actually live the harvest. Bookings made through our partner links help support the journal — the price you pay is the same.
Most travelers spend two to three days touring Mendoza wineries, visiting just two or three a day with a long vineyard lunch. A shared small-group day tour with tastings and lunch typically runs USD 90–160; the best time to go is autumn (March–May) for harvest, or spring for quieter, cheaper visits.
Most-read guides: the best wineries in Mendoza, the high-altitude Uco Valley wineries, the best time to visit Mendoza, getting from Buenos Aires to Mendoza, and Argentina’s wine regions.
Three ways to taste Argentina
Salta & the Calchaquí Valley
Multi-day trips through the highest commercial vineyards in the world — Cafayate, Molinos, Colomé.
Patagonia & cool-climate wine
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, glacial rivers and unrushed afternoons in the Río Negro valley.
Planning your trip
Start here. The practical guides that make the difference between a good trip and a great one — when to come, how to get there, and which wineries to prioritise.
Best time to visit
Harvest, shoulder season, summer and winter compared — month by month.
How to get to Mendoza
Flight vs overnight bus from Buenos Aires — the honest comparison.
Best wineries to visit
Catena, Zuccardi, Salentein and more — a first-timer’s shortlist by region.
Mendoza Wineries Rivaling Bordeaux & Napa
Catena, Zuccardi, Cheval des Andes — 7 iconic high-altitude estates redefining world luxury.
14-day wine itinerary
Buenos Aires, Mendoza, the Uco Valley and the high north — unhurried.
Featured Mendoza tours
Hand-picked trips from our partner platforms. We have visited or vetted each one.
Mendoza: Half-Day Wine Tour with Tastings
Two wineries, an afternoon — the easiest first taste of Mendoza. From $41.
Luján de Cuyo: 3 Wineries with Tastings & Lunch
The full Mendoza day — three wineries and lunch among the vines, ~8 hours.
All-Day Small-Group Luxury Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch
Three to four of the best wineries in Luján de Cuyo or the Uco Valley, a multi-course gourmet lunch with pairings, hotel pickup.
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When to go
March to May (autumn). Harvest season. Vineyards are at their most beautiful and the air is full of fermenting fruit. Wineries are busiest but also at their most alive. Book ahead.
September to November (spring). Cooler, quieter, the vines budding. A good time to taste with less crowd pressure and to combine wine country with the southern Patagonian thaw.
June to August (winter). Cold, sharp light, snow on the Andes. Very quiet. Some smaller wineries close, but those that stay open offer the most intimate visits of the year.
Argentina wine tours: quick answers
How much does a wine tour in Mendoza cost?
A shared small-group day tour with tastings and lunch typically runs USD 90–160 per person; private tours start around USD 200–300. Budget travelers can self-guide by bike in Maipú for under USD 40 including tasting fees.
When is the best time for an Argentina wine tour?
March to May (autumn harvest) is the most atmospheric — the Vendimia festival is in early March. September to November (spring) is quieter and cheaper. Mendoza is sunny most of the year, so any season works for tasting.
How many days do you need for Mendoza wine country?
Two full days is the sweet spot: one in Luján de Cuyo for the classic estates, one in the Uco Valley for the high-altitude showpieces. Add a third day for Maipú by bike if you have it.
Do I need to book Argentine wineries in advance?
Yes — most quality wineries require reservations, and the famous names (Catena Zapata, Zuccardi) book out weeks ahead. A guided tour handles all the bookings and transport for you.