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The Road to Aconcagua
This third day in Mendoza takes you on a scenic journey into the High Andes (Alta Montaña). A private transfer departs from your hotel, and within two hours, the landscape dramatically transforms. As you leave the city behind, rolling vineyards gradually give way to breathtaking, snow-capped Andean peaks. This exciting route is known as "The Road to Aconcagua," offering a dramatic introduction to the HIgh Andes. With a summit elevation of 6,961 meters (22,838 feet), Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Americas, surpassing all peaks in North, Central, and South America. It's also the highest mountain outside of Asia, making it a coveted challenge for mountaineers worldwide. Aconcagua holds cultural significance for the indigenous people of the region. The name itself likely comes from the Quechua language, meaning "Stone Sentinel."