Biking

Many of Mendoza's back roads lead through the suburbs and vineyards into the Andean foothills and upward to mountain villages—or all the way to Chile.

Bikes and Wines. You can rent mountain bikes for full- or half-day self-guided tours in the wine district of Maipú and Chacras de Coria from Bikes and Wine. Trips include a map, a water bottle, and a glass of Malbec to get you started off right. Medical and mechanical assistance is also provided. Urquiza 1606, Maipu, Mendoza, 5515. www.bikesandwines.com.

Mr. Hugo Wineries and Bikes. Genial Mr. Hugo owns one of the longest-running bike rental spots on the Maipú wine route. He’ll provide water and maps before you head out and lots of wine when you return. Urquiza 2288, Maipu, Mendoza, 5515. 261/497–4067; www.mrhugobikes.com.