Arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, the city of Salta awaits for us to explore it. During the tour, we visit the MAAM (High Mountain Archaeology Museum), responsible for preserving the ‘Children of Llullaillaco’, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the last decades. Maximum altitude: 1152 MASL (3.779 ft.)
Meal: No Meal
Today we explore Humahuaca Gorge in the Province of Jujuy, Natural and Cultural Heritage Site. The tour includes stops at Purmamarca, Tilcara with its Pucará, Uquía and Humahuaca. On the way back to Salta, we stop at Maimará to admire Paleta del Pintor (Painter ́s Palette). Total travelled distance: 520 km (323 miles) Travel time: 12 hours Maximum altitude: 3012 MASL (9.882 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
We leave the city of Salta to begin our tour through Calchaquíes Valleys. During the trip, we stop at Del Obispo Slope, Tin Tin Straight and Los Cardones N. P. We arrive at Cachi where we stay, and we enjoy the afternoon. Total travelled distance: 165 km (102 miles) Travel time: 5 hours Maximum altitude: 3348 MASL (10.984 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Morning at leisure. Departure towards Cafayate, driving along National Route No40, passing by Seclantas, Molinos, Angastaco and De Las Flechas Gorge, with its curious formations caused by water and wind erosion. Finally, arrival at Cafayate. Total travelled distance: 160 Km (99 miles) Travel time: 6 hours Maximum altitude: 2220 MASL (7.283 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
In the morning, we explore De Las Conchas Gorge, where the action of wind and water have created curious formations such as the Amphitheatre and the Devil’s Throat. In the afternoon, we visit a winery, where we explore its installations and make a wine tasting. Finally, we visit the Vine and Wine Museum to complement the knowledge about the wines’ processes. Maximum altitude: 1683 MASL (5.522 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
We leave Cafayate towards Tafí Del Valle. On the way, we visit the Quilmes Ruins (an aborigines’ citadel), where the largest pre-Columbian settlement ruins of Argentina are located. Accommodation at selected hotel. Total travelled distance: 127 Km (79 miles) Travel time: 3 hours Maximum altitude: 3042 MASL (9.980 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Morning at leisure to enjoy the surroundings of the village. Departure towards Tucumán along De Los Sosa Gorge. Before going to the airport, we have a brief city tour.
Total travelled distance: 106 km (66 miles)
Travel time: 3 hours
Maximum altitude: 1900 MASL (6.234 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Needed transfers
Accommodation: 6 nights
Salta (2) – Cachi (1) – Cafayate (2) - Tafí del Valle (1).
Tours:
Salta: Walking tour with MAAM –Calchaquíes Valleys
Jujuy: Humahuaca Gorge
Tucumán: Quilmes Ruins - Tafí del Valle
Meals: 6 breakfasts
Needed tickets to museums
Flight tickets and airport taxes.
Extra: Meals, drinks, tips, laundry service, telephone call and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Early check in / late check out.
Optional activities.
Gratuities.
Travel and medical insurance.
Hotels Used Or Similar
SALTA - VILLA VICUÑA OR SIMILAR
CACHI - EL CORTIJO OR SIMILAR
CAFAYATE - VILLA VICUÑA OR SIMILAR
TAFI DEL VALLE - ESTANCIA LAS CARRERAS OR SIMILAR
Operational notes:
Day 1: Arrival before 2pm is required.
The High Mountain Museum is closed on Mondays. Due to the closure of Cabildo (TUE) and
Mercado de San Miguel (SUN), the points of interest to visit will be modified.
Day 2: The Pucara de Tilcara closes on Mondays.
Day 5: The Vine and Wine Museum closes on Mondays.
Day 7: Departure flight after 7PM is required.
To keep in mind:
During the rainy season, DEC-MAR. The tour may be affected.
Due to the characteristics of the Puna, we recommend that people with respiratory, heart or blood pressure diseases take special care.
THE TARIFFS MAY BE MODIFIED IN THE WINTER HOLIDAYS PERIOD, LONG WEEK-ENDS, NATIONAL HOLIDAY, FESTIVE SEASON (FRON DEC 23ST TO JAN 4TH),
CONGRESSES, CONVENTIONS AND INCENTIVE: HOTEL RATES ONLY UPON REQUEST.
PLEASE, ASK THE MINIMUM OF NIGHTS AND MANDATORY DINNERS.
Basic concepts
1. Flights are not included. Please check at the time of booking the required flights, as they are subject to frequent rescheduling.
2. Lodging tax exemption. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
3. Meals as specified in the itinerary.
4. Tickets to natural reserves, national parks and museums.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RATES QUOTED FOR ACCOMMODATION IN ARGENTINA (EXCEPT USHUAIA AND HOTELS WITH SPECIAL TAX CATEGORY), DO NOT INCLUDE VAT ACCORDING TO THE REGULATION OF VAT EXEMPTION FOR EVERY PERSON RESIDENT IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ORDER TO GET THE VAT EXEMPTION AS QUOTED WE WILL NEED TO RECEIVE COPY OF THE PASSPORTS FOR ALL PASSENGERS.
SERVICES AND PRICES NOT INCLUDED, ARE UPON REQUEST.
CONGRESSES, CONVENTIONS AND INCENTIVE: HOTEL RATES ONLY UPON REQUEST.
ENTRANCES FEES TO NATIONAL PARKS ARE NOT INCLUDED UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.
HALF BOARD AND FULL BOARD SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Notes:
Day 1: The Walking tour is not available on Sunday due to the closure of the San Miguel Market and on Monday due to the closure of the High Mountain Museum. If only these days are available, it will be replaced by a private classic visit.
Days 6 & 7: Transfer from Cafayate to Tafí to Tucumán, private service with a guide.
Day 7: Transfer from Tafí del Valle to Tucumán: A flight after 7 PM is required.
Private Service
Includes transfer to the meeting point of the walking city tour for passengers staying more than 500 meters from the starting point.
Regular Service
The transfer to the meeting point of the walking tour is at the passenger's expense.
Estancia Las Carreras
Includes:
Accommodation with breakfast
A visit to the Cheese Factory is included