DAY 1 HOTEL TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
Regular transfer from the airport
Jump to the hotel in the center.
Accommodation in SALTA
DAY 2 EXCURSION TO CAFAYATE
Departure in the morning
through the Lerma Valley, passing picturesque villages and gorges, such as
Cerrillos, La Merced, Ampascachi, La Viña
establishment called Posta de la Cabra, with a quiet atmosphere
accompanied by a mountainous landscape and colorful trees. Continuing until
Germany, prelude of the Calchaquíes Valleys, the color multiplies in all
its nuances along the route of this beautiful gorge.
On the side of the road
that accompanies the Las Conchas river, wind erosion has created a succession of
natural whims such as the Devil’s Throat, the Amphitheatre, the gigantic fissure
of the hill that forms a spectacular rocky landscape; Los Castillos, and other
Prominent figures who depend on the imagination and the different schedules in
the sun’s rays illuminate the mountains of the magical gorge.
Continuing,
we went up to the junction of the Valleys Santa María and Calchaquí with the Quebrada de las
Shells, with a view of the hills Tres Cruces and Morales and with this painting
mountainous, at the foot of San Isidro hill, flanked by rivers and within Cafayate
is located in the belt of vineyards that give rise to its famous wines, including
Torrontés. We will visit a winery on our tour.
Accommodation in CAFAYATE.
DAY 3: TOUR TO THE VINICULTURAS IN CAFAYATE
Visits to two wineries where we will visit and
We will taste the wineries San Pedro de Yacochuya and El Porvenir. We will finish the
walk visiting Cafayate goats where we will visit the animal pens,
the cheese shop, ending this walk with a glass of white wine and
Locally produced cheeses.
INCLUDES: TICKETS FOR CELLAR AND GOATS,
TASTING AND TABLE OF CHEESES AND VEHICLE WITH DRIVER/GUIDE IN SPANISH.
Accommodation in CAFAYATE.
DAY 4 RETURN CAFAYATE SALTA
In the afternoon, return from Cafayate to Salta,
touring the Quebrada de las Conchas. Arrival scheduled for 19h.
Accommodation in SALTA.
DAY 5 – SAFARI TO THE CLOUDS
The highlight of this excursion is that the “Safari to the Clouds” offers a unique opportunity to combine three must-see landscapes of Northwestern Argentina in a single day.
We will begin by enjoying the “Road to the Clouds.” During this first stage, we will follow the tracks of the famous Train to the Clouds, admiring this remarkable engineering work that began in the 1920s. The route crosses the Quebrada del Toro to San Antonio de los Cobres. We will make photo stops and visit Alfarcito, a picturesque village located high in the Quebrada del Toro, where we will have breakfast.
We will then continue to the La Polvorilla Viaduct, a stunning engineering structure where the Train to the Clouds currently operates. Afterwards, we will return to San Antonio de los Cobres to enjoy a delicious lunch.
Following this, we will begin the journey toward Salinas Grandes, a completely different landscape from the first part of the trip, with frequent sightings of llamas and vicuñas. At Salinas, we will witness one of Argentina’s most beautiful white expanses, featuring sporadic turquoise tones and almost perfect reflections.
With the assistance of a local guide, we will have time to explore this vast salt flat, the striking turquoise lagoons, and enjoy a special visit to the Eyes of the Salt Flat (subject to weather conditions or restricted during summer by the local communities managing the visits). The guide will also explain the fascinating salt extraction process. This is the perfect place to take the famous perspective photos, jumping shots, and reflections from the pools and salt flat eyes.
After enjoying this natural mirror of salt, we will begin the third stage by crossing the Cuesta de Lipán, an unforgettable panoramic route with a descent of 2,000 meters over just 35 km, showcasing the transition from the arid Puna desert to the fertile, humid valleys.
We will then arrive at the village of Purmamarca, where we will make a brief visit.
From there, we will return to the city of Salta, arriving at approximately 9:30 PM. However, delays may occur, so it is recommended not to book prepaid activities such as restaurants or nightlife venues.
Includes: breakfast, lunch, surprise toast at Salinas, water on board, and entrance to the Eyes of the Salt Flat.
One suitcase per person is allowed. Large luggage must be left at the hotel in Salta or paid as additional baggage.
Departures: Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Accommodation: Purmamarca.
DAY 6 – SOLAR TRAIN
On this day, passengers will have tickets to travel through the Humahuaca Gorge aboard the Solar Train, which stops at Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimará, and Tilcara. Passengers must reach the train station on their own and enjoy the journey.
The train goes as far as Tilcara. The city of Humahuaca is not visited.
Does not operate on Wednesdays.
Accommodation: Purmamarca.
DAY 7 – RETURN TO SALTA BY EXCURSION
The return trip will be around 4:00 PM, from Purmamarca to the city of Salta.
Passengers may also choose to take an excursion departing from Purmamarca at approximately 10:30 AM, traveling through the Gorge by vehicle.
In 2003, the Humahuaca Gorge was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the category of Cultural Landscape.
From south to north, the gorge begins in Volcán, where green landscapes give way to ochre and brown mountain ranges. Following the Río Grande, the route reaches Tumbaya, home to a beautiful church built in 1796. Continuing along National Route No. 52, travelers arrive in Purmamarca, a village of legends and music, featuring a church dedicated to Saint Rose of Lima from 1648, located at the base of the iconic Hill of Seven Colors.
The journey continues to Tilcara. Further north, after passing Huacalera and the Tropic of Capricorn, the route reaches Uquía, whose church houses one of the most important collections of the famous Arquebus Angels, iconic works of Cusco painting.
The town of Humahuaca, the heart of the gorge, offers numerous natural, historical, and cultural attractions, including the Monument to the Heroes of Independence and the articulated image of Saint Francis Solano, which appears every day at noon in the main square to bless the town.
Accommodation: Salta.
DAY 8 – TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
At the scheduled time, transfer in regular service from the hotel to the airport.
