Arrival and reception at the Salta airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, the city of Salta awaits us to explore it through a walk through its streets, churches, colonial buildings and the MAAM (Museum of High Mountain Archaeology), in charge of disseminating and preserving the "Children of Llullaillaco". Maximum altitude: 1,152 M.A.S.L.
Meal: No Meal
Today enjoy a free day to continue exploring the city through its flavours and passages.
Meal: Breakfast
Today we explore the Quebrada de Huma Huaca, Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, visiting typical and colourful villages, such as: Tilcara with its Pucara and Huma Huaca, from where we reach the incredible mountain range of El Hornocal, also called Cerro de los 14 Colores, whose viewpoint is at 4350 meters above sea level. On the way back to Hua Calera, we stop at the chapel of Uquía, the oldest in the Quebrada. Arrival to Hua Calera. Total distance travelled: 322 km (200 miles) Travel time: 11 hours Maximum altitude: 4350 M.A.S.L.
Meal: Breakfast
Departure to the town of Purmamarca where we will make a stop to visit the Cerro de los Siete Colores and its handicraft fair. Our trip continues through the Cuesta de Lipan ascending to the Abra del Potrerillos at 4170 M.A.S.L. to finally arrive at Tres Morros from where you will be transferred to the glamping. Upon arrival, a welcome drink is the beginning of an unforgettable experience and then enjoy a photographic experience inside the salt flats. After dinner, a short hike interpreting the constellations awaits you. Total distance travelled 119 km Travel time: 3 hours Maximum altitude: 4170 M.A.S.L.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, we leave the glamping towards Barracas and after 2 hours of travel, we arrive at the point where we begin an archaeological interpretation experience. At noon, you will enjoy a gourmet picnic, then continue with a visit to the archaeological interpretation centre, and then return to the glamping. Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing moment, a regional dinner accompanied by the best wines and a well-deserved rest under the starry universe.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
At mid-morning, we leave the salt flats to return to Salta. Arrival and accommodation.
Total distance traveled: 156 km
Travel time: 3/4 hours
Maximum altitude: 44170 M.A.S.L.
Meal: Breakfast
Free time until your flight time. Transfer to the airport to board your scheduled flight.
Maximum altitude: 1.200 M.A.S.L.
Meal: Breakfast
Needed Transfers.
Accommodation: 6 nights.
Salta (3) - Huacalera (1) - Pristine Camps (2)
Tours:
Salta: Walking tour with MAAM.
Jujuy: Quebrada de Humahuaca - El Hornocal- Pristine Camps Experience.
Meals: 6 breakfasts - 2 lunches - 2 dinners.
Entrance fees to museums required.
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
HUACALERA - HOTEL HUACALERA OR SIMILAR
SALINAS GRANDES - PRISTINE CAMPS
Operational notes:
Day 1: Arrival on a flight 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 be visited will be modified.
Day 3: The Pucara de Tilcara closes on Mondays.
To keep in mind:
During the rainy season, DEC-MAR. The route 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: Private services throughout the tour, except for the activities provided by Pristine Camps. Day 1: The Walking tour is not available on Sundays due to the closure of San Miguel Market and on Mondays due to the closure of the High Mountain Archaeological Museum. If only these days are available, it will be replaced by a classic private visit.