Andes Adventure in Argentina: Los Penitentes – Puente del Inca – Mount Aconcagua
See the Pre-Andes, interesting small villages, stunning views of mountains and rivers and even stop by natural hot springs!
Andes Adventure in Argentina: Los Penitentes – Puente del Inca – Mount Aconcagua
Highlights
• Valle de Uspallata
• Punta de Vacas
• Los Penitentes
• Puente del Inca
• Mirador del Cerro
• Aconcagua
• Villa Fronteriza de Las Cuevas
• Cristo Redentor Monument (Christ the Redeemer of the Andes)
Mendoza – Punta de Vacas – Los Penitentes – Puente del Inca – Christ the Redeemer of the Andes
Enjoy dramatic views of the Andes Mountains before heading to the Uspallata Valley, located 62 miles (100 km) from Mendoza.
As we drive along the Pan-American Highway we’ll have the opportunity to see both Potrerillos and Uspallata. Along the way we’ll also make stops in the villages of Picheuta, Polvaredas and Punta de Vacas, where we’ll visit Los Penitentes, a popular ski resort.
Continuing on our journey we will reach Puente del Inca (Inca’s Bridge), approximately 8,924 feet (2,720 m) above sea level.
Afterwards we’ll take a break and enjoy the magnificent views of the Chilean border and Mount Aconcagua.
Weather permitting, we’ll also visit Christ the Redeemer of the Andes – 13,779 feet (4200 m) above sea level – symbolizing the Argentine-Chilean fraternity.
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