Mendoza private tours can take you into wine country, out to a working ranch, or through a winery-and-olive-oil day with lunch. Each option has a different pace, route style, and level of food focus, so the best fit depends on how you want to spend the day.
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How these Mendoza options compare
Use this comparison to match the itinerary, traveler feedback, duration, and key features to your preferred travel day.
| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Uco Valley wine route | Travelers who want a private day centered on vineyards, mountain scenery, and a flexible wine-country route. | ★ 5.0/5 | 116 reviews | Approx. 6 hr–8 hr | Private transportation is included. | View on Viator |
 Ranch day with ride | Travelers who want a more active private outing focused on a ranch setting, horses, and a meal on the property. | ★ 5.0/5 | 86 reviews | Approx. 7 hr | Private transportation is included. | View on Viator |
 Winerys, olive grove, lunch | Travelers who want a structured private day with wineries, olive products, and a confirmed lunch. | ★ 5.0/5 | 43 reviews | Approx. 8 hr | Private transportation and lunch are included. | View on Viator |
Three private ways to explore Mendoza
Each option includes its own photo gallery, overview, key features, traveler profile, and direct Viator link.
Compare this option if you want a private wine-region circuit with scenic drives and multiple tasting-style stops.
Private Tour in Valle de Uco
Best for: Travelers who want a private day centered on vineyards, mountain scenery, and a flexible wine-country route.
This private tour is built around Mendoza’s wine country and the surrounding Andes scenery. The confirmed inclusions are private transportation, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle, which makes it a straightforward day for travelers who want a guided route without having to manage logistics themselves. The product description also points to winery visits and an olive oil factory experience, with references to boutique and classic wineries across several wine regions. The itinerary note mentions a departure from Mendoza city and a final stop with lunch and wines at a vineyard overlooking the Andes, but travelers should rely only on the confirmed listing details when comparing inclusions.
Private Tour in Valle de Uco
- Private transportation is included.
- The route focuses on Valle de Uco and mentions wineries in Luján de Cuyo, Maipú, and the Uco Valley.
- Bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle are confirmed.
Compare this option if you want a private countryside day with horses and a ranch meal.
Horseback riding and barbecue in a private ranch – La Carrera, Mendoza
Best for: Travelers who want a more active private outing focused on a ranch setting, horses, and a meal on the property.
This private experience is less about winery-hopping and more about spending time on a ranch in La Carrera, Tupungato. The setting is clearly part of the appeal: a ranch surrounded by mountain landscapes and described as an exclusive place to rest, hosted by the owners. Private transportation is included, and the confirmed food portion is substantial, with homemade empanadas, high-altitude wines, an Argentine roast menu, and a regional dessert table. The listing also identifies it as an exclusive field day, so it suits travelers who want a countryside day with an activity focus rather than a tasting-only itinerary. Check the booking details carefully if horseback riding is a priority.
Horseback riding and barbecue in a private ranch – La Carrera, Mendoza
- Private transportation is included.
- The experience takes place at a ranch in La Carrera, Tupungato, in the Andes foothills.
- A tasting of homemade empanadas, high-altitude wines, an Argentine roast menu, and a regional dessert table are confirmed.
Compare this option if you want a private wine-and-food itinerary with the clearest confirmed lunch and tasting sequence.
Mendoza Winery Tour with Olive Trees in Private Service
Best for: Travelers who want a structured private day with wineries, olive products, and a confirmed lunch.
This private tour in Maipú is the most structured of the three, with a clear sequence of confirmed stops and a lunch included. The day starts with hotel pickup, then continues to Bodega Antigal for a guided vineyard-and-winery visit with wine tasting. It also includes a visit to a boutique olive grove for olive oil, pasta, gourmet products, and natural cosmetics, followed by a three-step paired lunch at Bodega Manuel Villafañe. The final stop is Bodega Los Toneles, where the focus is on architecture, history, and a wine tasting. The listing notes that wineries may change depending on availability, so travelers seeking this format should allow for some flexibility.
Mendoza Winery Tour with Olive Trees in Private Service
- Private transportation and lunch are included.
- The itinerary confirms visits to Bodega Antigal, a boutique olive grove, Bodega Manuel Villafañe, and Bodega Los Toneles.
- Water bottles are included in the transfer.
Choosing the right Mendoza itinerary style
If you want a wine-region drive with broad scenery and several tasting-oriented stops, the Valle de Uco option is the closest fit. If you prefer a more activity-based countryside day, the ranch experience is the clearest match, while the winery-and-olive tour suits travelers who want a built-in lunch and a more defined tasting sequence.
Wine-country touring day
A private route through Valle de Uco and other named wine areas, with winery and olive-oil elements.
Ranch and activity day
A private visit to a family ranch in La Carrera with an outdoor, meal-centered format.
Winery and olive-oil circuit
A private Maipú day with wineries, olive grove visits, lunch, and a final heritage-focused tasting stop.
Before you book in Mendoza
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Mendoza booking checklist
- Check the listed inclusions carefully, since each private tour confirms different food and beverage elements.
- Some details may be more flexible than others, especially where the winery tour notes that stops can change based on availability.
- If pickup matters to you, confirm the booking option shown for the specific tour before reserving.
Before booking a Mendoza tour
Which of these private Mendoza tours is most focused on wineries?
The Valle de Uco tour and the winery-and-olive service both focus on wine-country stops, but the winery-and-olive option gives the clearest confirmed sequence of winery visits plus lunch.
Which option includes a meal?
The ranch experience confirms a barbecue-style meal, and the winery-and-olive tour confirms lunch. The Valle de Uco option mentions a lunch stop in the itinerary note, but you should compare only the confirmed inclusions when choosing.
Are these shared tours or private tours?
All three are presented as private experiences with private transportation included in the listed inclusions.