Want to explore the vineyards of Mendoza by bike? Experience the Maipú Wine Route at your own pace with a self-guided tour. Don't miss it!
Maipú Wine Route by Bike
When booking this bike tour of Maipú, you can choose between two different options. For both options, we’ll meet at 2439 Justo José de Urquiza Street, where we’ll provide you with a mountain bike, a helmet, and a map of the area with details about the route.
Self-Guided Bike Tour
If you’d rather ride at your own pace and plan your day with complete freedom, this option is perfect. You’ll have the bike at your disposal to explore the recommended route and choose which places you’d like to stop at.
Along the network of designated stops on this route, you can visit iconic sites such as Bodega Trapiche, Bodega Domiciano, Bodega La Rural and the Wine Museum, Bodega Tempus Alba, Bodega Viña El Cerno, Bodega Mevi, and Bodega Alandes, or sample regional delicacies at Entre Olivos, La Melesca, and Casa de Campo.
This option does not include guided tours, drinks, or lunch; you’ll decide for yourselves where to stop and what to taste at each location. Once you’ve finished your ride and returned to the starting point, you can relax and toast with a glass of Malbec.
Hours: You can pick up your bike between 10 am and 2:30 pm, and the service is available until 6 pm. Bikes cannot be picked up after 2:30 pm or returned after 6 pm.
Tour with Visits, Tastings, and Lunch
Are you looking for a complete itinerary without having to worry about reservations? This self-guided option includes a carefully curated selection of visits, tastings, and dining experiences that are already scheduled and coordinated so you can enjoy them at your own pace:
- Trapiche Winery: You’ll stroll through the grounds and vineyards of this century-old winery founded in 1883, visit its gift shop, and enjoy a tasting of two glasses of wine (one 75-ml glass of Lateral and one 75-ml glass of Gran Medalla).
- Entre Olivos: You’ll make a stop dedicated to local flavors, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of extra virgin olive oil, artisanal jams, liqueurs, and a glass of wine.
- Viña El Cerno Winery: You’ll take a guided tour of this traditional family-run winery to learn firsthand about its winemaking methods, followed by a tasting of three of its varietal wines.
- Mevi Winery: You’ll enjoy a full four-course lunch overlooking the vineyard, paired with wines from the winery. The menu includes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
After completing the itinerary, you’ll cycle back to the starting point to return your equipment and wrap up the day with a toast of local Malbec.
Schedule: The activity lasts an estimated 8 hours. To ensure you have plenty of time to enjoy all the tours, tastings, and lunch, departures are at 10 am and 11 am (we recommend starting the tour no later than 11:30 am). Bicycles must be returned before 6 pm.
