Cacheuta and Potrerillos Half Day Tour from Mendoza
Description
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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Itinerary
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.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The service includes pick-up from hotels and addresses located within the downtown area of Mendoza. The exact search time or meeting point is confirmed the day before the service using WhatsApp, depending on the type of transfer and the flight time. For transfers from the airport, the passenger must wait at the indicated meeting point once the luggage has been removed. The service includes a limited waiting time. For hotel transfers, passengers are requested to show up in advance at the lobby or main entrance. It is important to keep your mobile phone on and with data to facilitate coordination. 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.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(2)
It wasn't what we expected. The stops were mostly commercial. The seat backs on the bus were quite high, blocking your view. The tour guide should have been able to tell us where to find restrooms. She said well you can ask a restaurant if you can use theirs. The view of the lake was beautiful.
Since we were the only ones who booked this activity we went alone with the driver (Angel) and without a guide. No more was needed, as Angel more than fulfilled his guiding role.
