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13 de enero de 2026

Getting Around Mendoza Wineries: A Practical Guide

Getting around Mendoza wineries is one of the most common questions visitors have when planning their trip.

Why doesn’t “warehouse to warehouse” transport exist?
What are the actual ways to get around in Mendoza?
Which option is best depending on the area and the plan for the day

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Unlike other wine regions around the world, Mendoza has no public transportation between wineries, no tourist trains, and no taxis regularly circulating in rural areas.

The wineries are separated by kilometers of vineyards and country roads, which makes planning transportation essential.

That’s why how you move between wineries is just as important as which wineries you choose.

Getting Around Mendoza Wineries: What Actually Works

In practice, there are three possible and effective ways to move between wineries in Mendoza.

Own car

It’s a valid option if you drive calmly and are willing to manage everything themselves .If you have your own car, you’ll need to make reservations at each winery yourself , carefully plan the time between visits, and be very responsible with your alcohol consumption. These days, thanks to Google Maps, it’s much easier to estimate distances and times, but it still requires organization. It’s a good option for those who enjoy planning and traveling independently.

Driver or private transport

For me, it’s the most comfortable and safest option . A private driver knows the actual distances, understands the wineries’ opening hours, and knows how to plan a logical route. Often, the hotel, the driver, or the reception can help organize the order of the wineries according to availability, preferences, and interests. Drivers who regularly work in Mendoza know the wineries very well and, in many cases, they even help with reservations. This option allows you to relax, enjoy the wine and the scenery, and not have to worry about the time or the driving.

Organized wine tours

The third option is organized wine tours, which operate with small groups. These tours typically visit two, three, or even four wineries, following a pre-set itinerary, and are shared with guests from different hotels. Groups usually consist of four, six, or up to ten people. This is a good alternative if you don’t want to organize anything, enjoy sharing the experience with other travelers, and are comfortable with a pre-arranged tour.

Taxi, Uber or Cabify?

It depends on the area and the plan. For a single winery near the city: If you’re going to just one winery for lunch and then returning, and that winery is in Maipú, Luján de Cuyo, or areas north of the Mendoza River, it’s entirely possible to go by taxi , Uber, or Cabify, have a leisurely lunch, and then arrange another service for the return trip, just like you would at a restaurant. This works well for just one winery visit .

For more remote areas, if the winery is south of the Mendoza River, a taxi or Uber can take a long time to arrive for the return trip. There aren’t many cars circulating in those areas, and the wait can be lengthy. It’s possible, but not ideal. In those cases, private transportation, a driver, or an organized tour is the best option.

Getting Around Mendoza Wineries in Uco Valley:

Organized Transfers Are a Must. For the Uco Valley, my recommendation is clear: hire a private transfer or a tour . Keep in mind that the trip takes an hour (or more) each way, and there are significant distances between wineries. With the same driver, it’s possible to visit two wineries, have lunch, and return at a leisurely pace, using the entire day as an excursion. In some cases, you can even visit a winery near the city in the morning and then have lunch at a winery in the Uco Valley. But that requires leaving early and planning carefully.

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Bicycles? There are bicycle tours available, especially in areas near the Mendoza River, both north and south. The usual approach is: take a taxi or Uber to the starting point, enjoy the bike ride at a leisurely pace, and then take a taxi back. It’s a lovely and relaxing experience, provided the weather is good and you’re not in a rush.