Private tour in Mendoza Juan Cruz D

Andes Highlights - Cacheuta - Potrerillos - Uspallata - Villavicencio

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Juan Cruz D.

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Hello dear friends, welcome to my profile! By inheritance of my parents and grandparents, at a very early age, I fell in love with this beautiful province. . . Mendoza! Visiting my grandparents' fields weekly, made me grow among vineyards and mountains, riding horses, climbing, and driving off road every weekend… which awakened in me, this huge passion for wine, the Andes mountains, and off roading. Without wanting to, all my friends, acquaintances and different people, came to me for advice on what to do and visit in Mendoza. . . and that was to capitalize on it. Time went by quickly and from a day to another I had finished my studies in marketing and then in business administration degree, and I was working for big companies, but I had completely moved away from my hobbies and passions; which made me very unhappy. Finally, one day I understood that my studies combined with my passions, were the perfect combination to create the work that I always dreamed. . . and here I am. . . I want to propose to you to discover Mendoza with me, from a way that will make you fall in love of it, just like it happened to me!! Come on, join me, and discover Mendoza! and of course, do not hesitate to ask me if you want a tour according to your measurements. *Mountain guide - EPGAMT - #969 *International Sommelier student - Wine Institute *Técnico Superior en Marketing. ITU - Universidad Nacional de Cuyo Mendoza 2008 *Perito en Seguridad Industrial. CENS 304 Daniel Videla Correa Mendoza 1997 *Official Jeep Professional Driver since 2020 *Official off road pilot for the Rally Dakar's Organization, since 2011 to 2019. *Passionate Mountaineer - Suitable mountain guide since 2000 *Professional driver's licence since 2002 *Certified off road instructor by The Camel Trophy Nomad School. Buenos Aires 1997, revalidated in 1999. *Certified mechanic by Canley SA, Land Rover Argentina Mendoza 1997. *Certified off road instuctor for Land Rover, Argentina Buenos Aires 1997.

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Overview of your Mendoza tour

This tour will make us tour some of the most emblematic places of the Andes mountain range, visiting small mountain villages, the largest reservoir of water that gives life to the city of Mendoza and its fantastic vineyards. We will cross the largest reserve of Mendoza, the provincial reserve Villavicencio, and in it we will see some of the most majestic wild animals in the area, such as Guanacos, foxes, choiques, aguilas mora and condors.

Recent Reviews

Jean R.
April 2025

On our recent trip to Mendoza, we signed up for several of Juan Cruz's day trips: Andes Highlights, Valle de Uco Trekking, and Mendoza Wine Tour. Not only is Juan reliable, honest, competent, flexible, and knowledgeable—what you would expect from a good tour guide—he is also a kind, generous, and wonderful person. He restored our faith in humankind and made our visit to Argentina so much more meaningful. We can highly recommend Juan Cruz to any visitor to the Mendoza area.

Olga K.
March 2025

We had a wonderful time with Juan in Andes mountains. Juan is very professional and accommodating, and has great knowledge of the area, history of Mendoza and a wry good companion. Juan also gave us excellent recommendations for wine tasting as well. Thank you Juan! We had fantastic time with you!

Elizabeth H.United States
March 2024

Juan Cruz provided an excellent tour for us. While visiting Mendoza, we wanted the opportunity to spend some time in the Andes. He organized a very enjoyable day, including interesting stops and great views of Aconcagua. Coffee by the reservoir was delightful and our asado lunch was outstanding--delicious and authentic. He was knowledgeable, interesting, personable, an excellent driver, a good communicator and helpful resource. We highly recommend him and this tour

Holly B.United States
July 2023

Juan is a fantastic guide! He is personable, professional, and goes out of his way to make sure you enjoy your visit to Mendoza! His knowledge of the local geology, geography, plants, animals, local culture and history is very impressive. Our asado lunch at Uspallata was fantastic (and Juan brought local wines of course!). We saw many interesting sites, photographed lots of wildlife, and enjoyed scenic views and great conversations all day! He gave us great recommendations for shopping and dinner.

Ty S.United States
April 2023

Juan provided an unforgettable adventure into the Andes for me and my wife during our recent trip to Mendoza. His Land Rover Defender was the ideal vehicle for exploring the rugged terrain and stunning vistas of the Andes. We visited unforgettable spots, including a traditional asado, and Juan's knowledge of the region was unparalleled, allowing him to spot guanacos in the wild. His enthusiasm, expertise, and personable nature undoubtedly made our trip all the more memorable!

Your Mendoza tour itinerary

We will leave Mendoza city early en the morning to enter the Andes mountain range by one of the oldest roads that did so. This beautiful road will take us through the bowels of Cachauta, arriving to the spectacular Potrerillos dam, responsible for ensuring the availability of water for the city, it poblation and its huge vineyards. After some photos and enjoying an exquisite coffee with croissants and having started in the typical drink of Argentina (MATE) we will continue to enter the Andes by the international route 7, which winds permanently next to the most important river of Mendoza: the Mendoza River. The majestic oasis of Uspallata will leave behind the Mendoza River and wait for us with an exquisite Argentine roast accompanied clearly by some of the best wines from Mendoza. Then we will continue towards the provincial reserve of Villavicencio, and in it its incredible views will make us capture the vastness of the landscape, with many wild animals such as guanacos, condors, foxes, ostriches etc. . .

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

By a Land Rover Defender or Toyota Hilux truck

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Private Guide
Private Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
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Other
Meeting location

Mendoza Province, Mendoza Province, Argentina

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Tour categories
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Tour reference number
1114655
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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