8 Days Private Salta and the North West Luxury Tour in Argentina

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Salta with a half day city tour
5 stops
1
Salta
A half day Private City tour around Salta exploring the landmarks of the city and its wonderful attractions.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
2
We will start the tour by taking you up to the top of the Cerro san Bernardo (San Bernardo Hill) to have a look over the city from this beautiful veiw point.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
The Park of San Martin is situated in the center of the city and makes a great place for locals to enjoy the weather at the weekends.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
We will then visit the quante neighbourhood of San Lorenzo on the edge of the lush yungas cloud forrest. Here we will stop for lunch next to a small stream listening to local bird life.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
5
The Plaza of 9 de Julio is the central point of the city surrounded by the cathedral, museums, art galleries and mant coffee shops and restaurants.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Quebrada del Toro, S.A.Cobres, Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca.
6 stops
6
After an early start we will make our way out of the city of Salta west towards the town of Campo Quijano known locally as "the gateway to the Andes".
10 hours • Admission ticket free
7
The Quebrada del Toro made famous by the Train to the clouds/ tren a las nubes that used to follow it into the mountains. We will criss cross the tracks of the train all the way up to 4080 meters above sea level before we drop down into the Altiplano.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Nestled into the Altiplano, San Antonio de los Cobres is situated on the spine of the Andes. The route then takes us from the province of Salta into the province of Jujuy.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
At the end of the dirt road we will come to the Salinas Grandes Salt Flats. Here you will be able to explore on foot and take some amazing photos.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
10
The drive down from this dizzying height must be one of the most spectacular in the world! Affording unforgettable views down onto the Cuesta de Lipan.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
We will wind our way down the cuesta to the town of Purmamarca, home to the famous Hill of Seven colours where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Private full day tour exploring the Humahuaca gorge and the Hornacal hill
4 stops
12
Today we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, up to the up to the most northern point of our trip and the town after which the gorge was named. In the town of Humahuaca you will have ample time to walk around the local plaza and climb up to the towering monument to the war of independence.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Leaving the town of Humahuaca behind we will make our way into the mountains to visit the amazing 14 coloured hill aslo known as the Hornacal. Here you will be able to walk around the area taking pictures and soaking up this amazing natural wonder before returning to Humahuaca.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
14
Visit the small chapel known for its strange colonial archangel paintings
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
After Uquia and the Tropic of Capricorn we will arrive in the beautiful and lively town of Tilcara. Known to be the home of carnival in Northern Argentina your senses will tingle with the vibes this town radiates. Having looked around the center we will drop you at your hotel.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Private full day tour. With activities, walking, museums and the Hill of Seven colours.
3 stops
16
Pucara de Tilcara
This morning you will have the oppurtunity to walkup to the reconstructed ruins of an ancient civilization. Originaly home to the Umahuaca indians it later became an Incan fortress called the Pucara. (entrance fee not included) Once we have taken in the amazing views and history offered by this sight we will make our way back into the town of Tilcara to see the accompanying museum to the Pucara before lunch.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
17
Having eaten we will make our way back down the gorge past the city of San Salvador de Jujuy the Capital of the province.
Admission ticket free
18
After passing the city of San Salvador we will make our way on to Salta through the lush cloud forest known as the Yungas.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Private full day tour. To the beautiful P.N Cardones, Puesto de Payagasta, and visit the towns of Cachi and Molinos.
7 stops
19
The route will take us south through the tobacco fields of some of the most fertile land in the North west of Argentina until we reach the small town of El Carril.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
20
Cuesta del Obispo
From this point on we will continue to climb up the valley and onto the famous Cuesta del obispo where if we are lucky we will be able to see condors soaring above us.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
21
We will then pass by the Valle encantado known for its amazing views and wild flowers.
Admission ticket free
22
Parque Nacional Los Cardones
Having gone over the highest poitn of the cuesta we will enter the National park of Los Cardones and travel down the old Inca road named the "Recta del Tin Tin"
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
23
Having passed through the other side of the Parque National de los Cardones we will stop at the small town of Payogasta to try some of the wines made in the boutique winery.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
24
Cachi
Upon our arrival in Cachi you will have the chance to explore the little town and its 16th century church before having lunch.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
25
After lunch we will continue our trip down the route 40 past the scattered little villages and the small town of Seclantas on to the town of Molinos. You may chose to stay in the Estancia de Colome winery for a real treat for the Senses!
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Private full day tour from Molinos to the Quebrada de las Flechas, various wineries and Cafayate.
5 stops
26
After breakfast we will continue our way down the route 40 to the town of Angastaco where you may stop for a mid morning coffee.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
27
Quebrada de Las Flechas - Angastaco
From Angastaco we will make our way into the awe inspiring "Quebrada de las Flechas" which shows off a huge expanse of jagged rock formations that really needs to be seen to be believed.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
28
From here we'll carry on to the old Royalist stronghold of San Carlos a sleepy town surrounded by vineyards.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
29
We continue south until we turn off up into the hills where we will visit the winery of Piattelli. Here you will have the option of a vineyard tour and tasting. For your lunch we would recommend the tasting menu which offers an opportunity to try the wineries produce with plates specially made to complement each wine. This is a long continental type lunch for which you will need at least a couple of hours to fully enjoy and soak up the ambiance.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
30
Cafayate
After your long lunch we will visit the Yacochuya and Domingo Molinos wineries (optional).Before dropping down into the town of Cafayate where you will be able to explore at your leisure. After having a look around we will drop you off at your hotel.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Private full day tour Pachamama Museum, Quilmes ruins, Cafayate, Quebrada de las Conchas
6 stops
31
Once you have had your breakfast we will make our way further south down the route 40 to the small town of Amaicha del Valle Home to awe inspiring Museo de Pachamama (Mother Earth Museum)
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
32
After exploring the amazing feat of local artwork which is the Museo de Pacha Mama we will return north to the pre-columbian ruins of Quilmes where we will be able to walk around this monumental landmark pointing to the way of life before the arrival of the Spanish "Conquistadors".
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
33
Cafayate
From the ruins we will make our way back to Cafayate where you will have lunch in one of the many restaurants around the main plaza.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
34
After lunch we will make our way through the amazingly colourful Quebrada de las Conchas and stop at all the breathtaking view points and areas of interest along the way.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
35
After leaving the breathtaking Quebrada de las Conchas we will top for a coffee at the Posta de las Cabras.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
36
Valle de Lerma
After your coffe (and maybe a local cake) we will enter into the Valley of Lerma and continue north to the city of Salta.
Admission ticket free
Day 8
Transfer to Airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires
1 stop
37
Martín Miguel de Güemes International Airport
Private transfer to airport in time for your flight
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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