We are planning the trip around the Vendimia Harvest Festival on 5-6 March 2027, with flights arriving on 4 March and departing on 15 March. Official programme details, ticketing, supplier terms and final prices still need to be confirmed before bookings or deposits are taken. Registering interest does not commit you to booking, it simply means you will receive the full itinerary and price first.
Mendoza is Argentina’s wine capital, framed by the Andes and known for Malbec, high-altitude vineyards and generous hospitality. The harvest period is one of the most atmospheric times to visit, with the city celebrating the grape harvest through Vendimia events, parades and wine culture.
- Experience Mendoza during harvest season
- AttendVendimia festival events, subject to official dates and ticketing
- Visit premium wineries after the festival weekend
- Enjoy curated tasting and dining experiences
- Travel with a small, sociable Wine Adventurer group
- Keep flexibility with flights booked separately
Feel the atmosphere of Vendimia
Vendimia brings Mendoza to life with parades, music, performances and celebrations across the city. These images give a taste of the colour, scale and festival atmosphere that make this week so special.
| Day | Focus | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Thursday 4th March 2027 | Arrive in Mendoza | Airport transfers, hotel check-in, time to relax after travel, informal welcome drink or dinner if arrival times allow. |
| Day 2 Friday 5th March 2027 | Relaxed during the day, then Vía Blanca de las Reinas | Night Activity – One of the most iconic events in Mendoza’s Vendimia (Harvest Festival), the Via Blanca de las Reinas is a spectacular evening parade held in the heart of the city. |
| Day 3 – AM Saturday 6th March 2027 | Vendimia Carrousel | Daytime activity – Experience one of Mendoza’s most iconic traditions. The Carrusel de Vendimia, a colourful parade that celebrates the province’s wine culture and harvest season. |
| Day 3 – PM Saturday 6th March 2027 | Vendimia Central Act – National Grape Harvest Festival | Evening activity – The Central Act – National Grape Festival. Experience the magic of Mendoza’s most important cultural celebration. The Central Act of the National Grape Harvest Festival (Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia). A spectacular open-air show that pays tribute to the province’s wine heritage, traditions and hard work of the people who make Mendoza one of the world’s most renowned wine regions. |
| Day 4, Sunday 7th March 2027 | Free day / optional city tour | Slower day after the late festival night. Or an optional Postcard of Mendoza City Tour. A careful curated collection of landscapes and landmarks that reveal a fragment of the history of Mendoza. |
| Day 5 Monday 8th March 2027 | Wine trip day 1 | Bus tour of 2 wineries in Mendoza Susana Balbo Wines featuring Crios Torronetés, Susana Balbo Signature White Bland, BenMarco Expresivo, Susana Balbo Signature Brioso and Osadia de Clear Achável Ferrer winery with multi course lunch with “Origen” wine pairing as Quimera Restaurant |
| Day 6 Tuesday 9th March 2027 | Free day / Mendoza city | Free or lighter day, with optional light tasting, shopping, pool/spa time or group dinner. |
| Day 7 Wednesday 10th March 2027 | Wine trip day 2 | Bus tour visit to 2 wineries Trapiche winery – discover the historic winery and enjoy a selection of the most innovative and exclusive wines. El Enemigo winery – 3 course lunch with “3 Enemigos” wine pairing at Casa Vigil |
| Day 8 Thursday 11th March 2027 | Free Day | Free or lighter day, with optional light tasting, shopping, pool/spa time or group dinner. |
| Day 9 Friday 12th March 2027 | Wine trip day 3 | Bus tour visit of 2 wineries Familia Zuccardi – Piedra Infinita Winery wine tasting at Huentala Wines winery – 4 course lunch with “Gran Sombrero” wine pairing at their 360° restaurant |
| Day 10 Saturday 13th March 2027 | Free day / Optional Andres Tour | Free Day or optional: Car trip to discover the majesty of the Andres Mountains on an exclusive journey through some of Mendoza’s most iconic landscapes. You will visit Potrerillos Dam, Uspallata, Aconcagua Provincial Park and Puente del Inca* |
| Day 11 Sunday 14th March 2027 | Wine trip day 4 | Cooking Class at Santa Julia trip via car Exclusive culinary experience at Casa del Visitante, where expert chefs will guide you through the preparation of traditional regional dishes using fresh local produce. Will also include a trip to the Santa Julia winery along with wine tasting. Experience concludes with a traditional Argentine BBQ lunch and the wineries restaurant paired with selected wines from Santa Julia. |
| Day 12 Monday 15th March 2027 | Depart Hotel | Transfers to Mendoza airport |
*People with heart problems or any other pathology and pregnant women, consult your doctor. The average altitude is 3200 meters above sea level. This tour is subject to the provisions of the National Gendarmerie and weather conditions. For your safety the route will be carried out only to the extend permitted
Zuccardi / Uco Valley
Flagship premium winery target. Current options include a multi-course Piedra Infinita Cocina menu with wine pairing, plus separate Uco Valley tastings. Final format and price will be confirmed before booking.
Santa Julia / Casa del Visitante
A more relaxed Zuccardi-family hospitality experience in Maipú, with tasting, dining, harvest, picnic, bike, cooking and cocktail options. Useful for a second day or extension.
We are working with 4-5 star city hotel options in Mendoza, with breakfast and good access to restaurants, festival events and transfers. The final hotel will be chosen once official dates, room availability, tax treatment and cancellation terms are confirmed.
What is likely included / not included
Likely included:
- Mendoza hotel accommodation
- Selected breakfasts, depending on hotel
- Selected group meals
- Organised winery visits and tastings
- Local group transport for included activities
- Festival guidance and ticket coordination, final details TBC
- Wine Adventurer planning and hosting
Not included:
- International flights, with optional affiliate flight-booking links provided as a convenience
- Travel insurance
- Personal spending
- Some meals and free-day activities
- Optional upgrades or extension activities
- Tips and gratuities where not included by suppliers
Book your flights separately
Flights are not included in the Mendoza trip package, as guests may travel from different countries or extend their stay independently. If you would like to research flights, you can use the links below. Wine Adventurer may earn a small commission if you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Pricing
Final pricing will be confirmed once the official festival dates, hotel block, winery programme and local transport have been secured. As a guide, this is being planned as a premium small-group trip, not a budget tour. Register your interest and we will send the full package details before any deposit is requested.
Are the dates confirmed?
Not yet. The official 2027 Vendimia dates are still to be confirmed. We are planning around either 5-6 March or 12-13 March 2027.
Are flights included?
No. Guests will book their own international flights, as people may travel from different countries or extend their trip independently. Wine Adventurer may provide affiliate flight-search links for convenience, but flights are not part of the trip package and are not managed by Wine Adventurer.
How many people will join?
The target is a sociable small group of around 20 guests
Is this confirmed as a bookable trip?
Not yet. We are gathering interest before confirming suppliers and taking deposits.
Will there be a single room option?
We expect to offer single occupancy where available, but the supplement will depend on the final hotel.
Can I extend the trip?
A 10-day version or optional extension is being considered.
Do I need to be a wine expert?
No. The trip is for people who enjoy wine, travel, food and good company. You do not need technical wine knowledge.
Interested in joining the Mendoza 2027 wine adventure?
Register your interest and we will send you the draft itinerary, confirmed dates and pricing as soon as the details are ready. There is no obligation to book at this stage.
