TOUR DETAILS:
Day One
Expedition members fly into Mendoza, Argentina and transfer to one of the comfortable hotels in this city known for both its delicious food and its fabulous wines.
Day Two
Today is spent getting to know the other expedition members and obtaining our climbing permits.
Day Three (Departure Date)
Today expedition members transfer to vehicles for the scenic drive overland to hotels located at either Los Pentitentes or Puente Del Inca at 2,720 meters (elevation 8,924-ft.). If time allows, a trip to the Christ of the Andes statue and the nearby cemetery for climbers are possible.
Day Four
Today, expedition members set out for Confluencia at 3,368 meters (elevation 11,050-ft.), appropriately named after the confluence of two rivers, which flow from the glaciers shrouding Aconcagua. The day's trek begins at Laguna Horcones at 2,950 meters (elevation 9,678-ft.) and is fairly easy. The moderate pace and modest elevation gain allows expedition members to gradually begin the all important acclimatization process.
Day Five
Today is an acclimatization day spent hiking up the Relinchos Valley toward the lower Horcones Glacier and the massive south face of Aconcagua. Expedition members will have ample opportunity to photograph this spectacular view of the summit. The evening is spent back at Confluencia.
Day Six
Expedition members set out today from Confluencia bound for Plaza Del Mulas at 4,230 meters (elevation 13,878-ft.) which serves as basecamp for the Standard route on Aconcagua.
Day Seven
Today is an acclimatization day spent relaxing at Plaza Del Mulas. For those who haven't spent any time at a multi-national basecamp, today will undoubtedly be memorable. It is not uncommon to encounter over ten different nationalities from around the world among the tents and climbing expeditions located at Plaza Del Mulas.
Day Eight
Traveling light, today expedition members embark on a climb up the Standard route bound for Nido de Condores at 5,364 meters (elevation 17,600-ft.), literally the "Nest of the Condors". Adhering to the climb high sleep low philosophy, expedition members spend the evening back at Plaza Del Mulas.
Day Nine
Today is a rest day spent acclimating and relaxing at Plaza Del Mulas. For those requiring additional practice on snow and ice, the local glaciers provide a suitable training site. For those expedition members who are feeling well acclimated, a number of interesting short treks are possible.
Day Ten
The summit push begins in earnest today, as expedition members set out fully-loaded for Nido de Condores at 5,364 meters (elevation 17,600-ft.), where we will spend the evening.
Day Eleven
If all the expedition members are feeling well, the day is spent moving up to Camp Berlin at 5,950 meters (elevation 19,520-ft.). Importantly, a day has been set aside in reserve in the event of poor acclimatization or bad weather.
Day Twelve
Today is a summit day, which will test the willpower and stamina of each expedition member. After a very early start, expedition members spend the next 12 to 14 hours reaching the summit of Aconcagua and returning safely to Camp Berlin. The evening is spent at Camp Berlin resting after a very long and satisfying day.
Day Thirteen
Expedition members return to Plaza Del Mulas where we will spend the evening. A cold beer and good nights sleep are on order.
Day Fourteen
Today expedition members travel from Plaza Del Mulas to Puente Del Inca and spend the night at a local hotel. A hot shower and a soft warm bed are a welcome change.
Day Fifteen
Return to Mendoza, Argentina, for transfer to the airport or to a local hotel.

TOUR DETAILS:
Day One
Expedition members fly into Mendoza, Argentina and are greeted at the airport by their Adventure Company guide. The group is then transferred to one of the comfortable hotels in this city known for both its delicious food and its fabulous wines.
Day Two
Today is spent getting to know the other expedition members and guides. Recent changes to the climbing permit process now require the applicant be present in Mendoza, Argentina. After a brief stop to obtain our climbing permits, the rest of the day is spent enjoying the sidewalk cafes, beautiful parks and friendly people of Mendoza.
Day Three
Today expedition members transfer to vehicles for the scenic four-hour drive overland to hotels located at either Los Pentitentes or Puente Del Inca at 2,720 meters (8,924-ft.). If time allows, a trip to the Christ of the Andes statue and the nearby cemetery for andinistas are possible.
Day Four
Today, expedition members set out for Punta de las Vacas at 2,325 meters (7,628-ft.) and trailhead for Aconcagua's eastern flank. The moderate pace and modest elevation gain allows expedition members to gradually begin the all important acclimatization process. After 3 to 4 hours we arrive at the Pampa de Lenas which serves as this evening's camp located at 2,700 meters (8,858-ft.).
Day Five
After a hearty breakfast, we break camp and head north and up the Rio de las Vacas to Casa de Piedra located at 3,200 meters (10,500-ft.). Five to six hours later, we arrive at today's destination and make camp. As dinner is prepared, expedition members have their first opportunity to view Cerro Aconcagua up the Relinchos Valley.
Day Six
Today expedition members move up the Relinchos Valley toward basecamp at Plaza Argentina at 4,200 meters (13,780-ft.) near the base of the Relinchos Glacier. After six hours of strenuous hiking, we reach the terminal moraine of the Relinchos Glacier and Plaza Argentina. Dinner is a welcome event!
Day Seven
Today is an acclimatization day spent relaxing at Plaza Argentina. For those who haven't spent any time at a multi-national basecamp, today will undoubtedly be memorable. It is not uncommon to encounter over ten different nationalities from around the world among the tents and climbing expeditions located at Plaza Argentina.
Day Eight
The climb begins in earnest today as expedition members embark on an ascent up the Polish route bound for Camp I at 4,700 meters (elevation 15,400-ft.). Food and gear is cached at Camp I for our return visit the following day. Adhering to the climb high sleep low philosophy, expedition members spend the evening back at Plaza Argentina.
Day Nine
Today expedition members depart basecamp and are now committed to reach the summit. We climb to Camp I where we will spend the evening.
Day Ten
From Camp I, we climb past the Ameghino Col at 5,380 meters (17,650-ft.) to Camp II located at the base of the Polish Glacier at 5,882 meters (19,300-ft.). Shortly after the six hour climb to Camp II, we return to Camp I again adhering to the climb high sleep low philosophy.
Day Eleven
Today expedition members depart Camp I bound for Camp II where we will spend the evening.
Day Twelve
Today is a rest and acclimatization day spent at Camp II.
Day Thirteen
Summit Day! Beginning with a very early pre-dawn start, expedition members will test both their stamina and determination as they traverse the Polish Glacier to the summit. After summitting, we return to Camp II on the Polish Glacier.
Day Fourteen
This is an extra day in the event of poor acclimatization or bad weather.
Day Fifteen
Descent from Camp II to basecamp at Plaza Argentina.
Day Sixteen
Today we hike from Plaza Argentina to Los Pentitentes or Puente Del Inca and spend the night at a local hotel. A hot shower and a soft warm bed are a welcome change.
Day Seventeen
Return to Mendoza, Argentina, for transfer to the airport or to a local hotel. For those with the time, a celebratory dinner in one of the fantastic Mendoza restaurants culminates this expedition to the highest point in the Americas!