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This 12-hour excursion begins in the Lerma Valley and then takes you on a drive to El Carril, continuing on to Chicoana. Marvel at the striking beauty of the gorges known as Quebrada de los Laureles and Quebrada de Escoipe.
Drive along the Cuesta del Obispo, on a road with abundant curves. Take in panoramic views of the Enchanted Valley and small houses surrounded by fields of maize and fruit trees.
By the time you reach the Piedra del Molino you’ll be 3,384 meters above sea level, the highest point on the trip.
When you arrive in Cachi, you’ll have sweeping views of Nevado de Cachi and Payogasta. In the town of Cachi, you’ll stop to visit the archaeological museum and the church.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel. Pick-up time may vary between 07:00 and 07:30 AM and will be confirmed.
Centrally located hotels in Salta.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Start your tour with a pickup from your centrally located Salta hotel at approximately 7:30am.
Admission ticket free -
1Valle de Lerma
Then, make your way to the Lerma Valley, traveling until you pass through El Carril.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
Once you pass through El Carril, you will continue on to Chicoana. Then, enter the Quebrada de los Laureles, also known as The Laurel's Gorge.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Quebrada del Escoipe
Next, head to the Quebrada de Escoipe, the Escoipe Gorge.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Piedra del Molino
Continuing with the tour, arrive at the Maray entering The Bishop's Cliff road and travel its abundant curves, enjoying a panoramic view of the Enchanted Valley along the way. Once you reach Piedra del Molino, The Mill's Stone, you will have reached 3384 meters above sea level.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Later, Los Candones National Park will be crossed by the straight line of Tin Tin, the ancient road built by Incas.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Cachi
Arrive in Cachi at least and take in the widespread views of the Nevado de Cachi and Payogasta. Make your way into the town to visit the Archaeological Museum and Church.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
7
Admire the colonial church of Cachi.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Visit Archaeological Museum of Cachi.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
9
Admire the history museum of the north.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
10Salta
End the tour upon returning back to your Salta accommodations.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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