Things to do in Neuquen, Patagonia: The Best Sightseeing Tours

The passengers of the hotel are retired to start the panoramic city tour of the city. The key points of the city will be visited. Then we will go to the town of San Patricio del Chañar, where two wineries will be visited; They will opt for Bodega Schroeder, Malma or End of the World. In them, regional wines recognized nationally and worldwide are produced, winners of different awards for excellence in the quality of their product. During the visit to them, you can observe the wine production process and culminate with a tasting of them in both wineries. During lunch, you can combine international level meals with the excellent wines of the winery, including learning with the chef the secrets of Patagonian food.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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In the High Valley of Río Negro, the most productive area of this province, different well-known wineries of Río Negro are located. We can visit these wineries, the majority with more than 100 years old, whose wines are more recognized nationally, where we will know the facilities being able to observe the old and current wine production process, and culminating with a tasting of them. Then these wines that can be accompanied with different typical dishes of the area in the different restaurants in the area.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Entrance to Wineries: $ 140 per person, reimbursed in case of consumption or purchase of products.

Located 100 km from the city of Neuquén Capital is the town of Añelo, urban capital of the region known as Dead Cow, a geological formation that is especially interested in the content of gas and oil. During the tour from Neuquén Capital, we will visit its history, social idiosyncrasy, main oil extraction wells, the industrial park with its oil and derivative services, among others. The wide region that forms Vaca Muerta, crosses various geological formations such as the pillars of Tratayén. Also, optionally, you can visit during the tour the vineyards of Patagonia, where some wineries have restaurants of excellent culinary level.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Tickets to wineries: $ 140 per person, reimbursed in case of consumption or purchase of products.

Located 90 km from the city of Neuquén Capital is the Los Barreales Paleontological Center, the only site museum, where different species of dinosaurs that inhabited the area millions of years ago can be known both in the museum and outdoors. The site, recently opened to the public, is managed by the National University of Comahue in charge of its geologists and paleontologists who live there and along with them we will travel the paths of history and the ancient species that trod our Patagonian land. Then we will move to the Schroeder Winery, during the guided tour we will discover how one of its caves coined one of its greatest treasures: "Panamericansaurus Schroederi" dinosaur discovered during the construction of the winery that today houses the paleontological remains. A view towards the immense Patagonia stained with vineyards will be the ideal setting for a Patagonian lunch and culminate the day touring its vineyards.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Entrance to the winery: $ 140 per person, reimbursed if they make consumption or purchase products, Entrance to the Los Barreales Paleontological Center ($ 250 national, $ 500 foreigners)

The Paleontological Center Lake Barreales, is a research headquarters of the National University of Comahue where scientific, educational and cultural activities are developed. It offers the opportunity to all Educational Institutions and groups to expand knowledge about paleontological issues. Located 90 km from the city of Neuquén Capital is the only site museum, where you can explore both the museum and the outdoors, different species of dinosaurs that inhabited the area millions of years ago

Inclusions: services included: Private service transfer, visit management.

Exclusions: Does not include: Entrance to the museum, or meals

The town of Villa el Chocón, is located 80 km from Neuquén capital. Its tourist village, on the shore of the artificial lake Exequiel Ramos Mejía, comes from the creation of an imposing hydroelectric dam, built in the 70s. This hydroelectric power plant generates electricity for a large part of the country. It is located in an area of depressions in the terrain that make this landscape surprising in each one of its panoramic points (Mirador del Lago, Cañadón Escondido, Represa). Another of the great attractions of the area is the large number of paleontological findings in the area, among which is the Giganotosaurus Carolini, the largest carnivore found so far. This is exhibited the paleontological museum Ernesto Bachmann. Also on footbridges located on the shores of the lake you can see traces of dinosaurs that were reflected in the soil of the area.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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Explore and experience Bariloche in an exclusive way. Discover the Patagonian nature and wilderness going on a a private trekking in the Municipal Llao Llao park, allowing you to have the best views of the surrounding lakes and glaciers. Sailing on the Brazo Tristeza will offer you a unique sensation of adventure, as well as unforgettable landscapes. Finish the trip exploring amazing lakes and waterfalls and your journey will definitely be a once in a lifetime experience!

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, 4 nights accommodation in Standard room in a 5* Hotel, Breakfast, Private guides, Round-trip private transfers from/to the airport, 24-hours assistance available at the destination

Exclusions: Airfares, Not specified food and drinks, Gratuities

You will visit San Carlos de Bariloche, Dina Huapi, Villa Llanquin, the Patagonian steppe, the Deep Patagonia, we will return in the afternoon through old rural roads and make a stop at the Mercado de la Estepa, so that you will know the life of the artisans of the rural communities of the Patagonian Steppe #inspiringadventures

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Use of bicycle, An amazing picnic lunch will be served to cyclists. Look at our photos for more details., Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Our team of guides will assist you in discovering the region, its flora and fauna through our natural interpretation guides.

Exclusions: Transfers for pax lodged beyond the collection area of the city.

This private excursion starts at the “Limay” river banks in direction to Enchanted Valley, one of the most charming places of the region because of its strange and original shapes that the rocks present due to the erosion produced by wind and rain. Reaching the confluence of “Traful” and “Limay” rivers the trip continues towards Villa “Traful” and “Villa La Angostura”, two mountain villages located in dreamy places, by the shores of crystalline blue lakes and at the feet of millennial lehengas and cypresses forests. We´ll stop for lunch on the shore of Traful Lake, in a spot surrounded by a nice Patagonian forest.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide, Lunch

Exclusions: Tips

In our rivers and lakes live large specimens famous for their fighting spirit. Based on the city of San Carlos de Bariloche, we do fishing floats in the Limay rivers. It is located 65 km from the city in the heart of the Nahuel Huapi National Park, the stretch we float covers from Lake Steffen, to the confluence with the Villegas river. In this section the river runs away from roads and the only way to fish it completely is by floating, this situation gives us the possibility of accessing places with little pressure and with very good performance, the landscape that surrounds the river is Andean forest. Patagonian composed of Coihues, Ñires, Lengas and Radales, the dense vegetation reflects in the crystalline waters giving it an emerald green color. The Manso has small rapids that make the float more entertaining and dynamic.

Inclusions: Snacks, Fishing equipment, Private guide, Pick up and drop off hotels

Exclusions: Gratuities