If you are in Mendoza and wants to take a break by visiting the mountains, I will recommend you to do this self-guided tour by car.
On this guide, I will show you all the stops possibles to make on the road driving from Mendoza city to Las cuevas, a small village in the middle of Los Andes just in the border between Argentina and Chile.
Some details you'll find on this guide:
🚗 How to rent a car in Mendoza
🚣♂️ Potrerillos
🌌 Uspallata
⛷️ Los Penitentes ski resort
🛤️ Puente del Inca
🏔️ Aconcagua viewpoint
🇨🇱 Border between Argentina and Chile.
⛽ Gas Stations
📝 Extra tips
It is important to check the weather forecast before planning your visit, as the area can be affected by heavy snowfall during the winter season.