Arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we do a walking tour where we discover the city. The visit includes the MAAM (High Mountain Archaeological Museum) which oversees conserving the ‘Children of Llullaillaco’, one of the most important archaeological discoveries in the last decades. Maximum altitude: 1152 MASL (3.779 ft.)
Meal: No Meal
We depart for a tour around the Calchaquíes Valleys. We pass by Del Obispo Slope, Tin Tin Straight, Los Cardones National Park, Cachi and De Las Flechas Gorge. Arrival at Cafayate. Total travelled distance: 320 km (199 miles) Travel time: 12 hours Maximum altitude: 3348 MASL (10.984 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
In the morning, we visit the town. After lunch (not included) departure to Salta, passing by De Las Conchas Gorge. Total travelled distance: 197 km (122 miles) Travel time: 8 hours Maximum altitude: 1683 MASL (5.521 ft)
Meal: Breakfast
We depart travelling along Del Toro Gorge to discover San Antonio de los Cobres. Then, continue through the Puna to Salinas Grandes Salt Flat and Purmamarca, located next to De los Siete Colores Hill. Total travelled distance: 320 km (198 miles) Travel time: 10 hours Maximum altitude: 4170 MASL (13.681 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Today we explore the Quebrada de Huma Huaca, Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, visiting: Tilcara with its Pucara, Uquia 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. Return to Purmamarca. Total travelled distance: 183 km (113 miles) Travel time: 9 hours Maximum altitude: 4350 MASL (14.271 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Early in the morning, departure towards Paso de Jama in order to continue to San Pedro de Atacama. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Time at leisure. Maximum altitude: 4400 MASL (16.608 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Today we get to know Atacama the Salt Flats and Chaxa Lagoon, which is part of Los Flamencos National Reserve. In the afternoon, enjoy a beautiful sunset at De la Luna Valley. Maximum altitude: 2500 MASL (8.300 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Early in the morning, departure to El Tatio Geysers, the highest geothermal field in the world where we witness the steam fumaroles activity produced by the high temperatures of its craters.
Maximum altitude: 4320 MASL (13.944 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
At due time, return to Salta.
Maximum altitude: 2447 MASL (8.028 ft.)
Meal: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport.
Meal: Breakfast
Needed transfers
Accommodation: 9 nights
Salta (3) – Cafayate (1) – Purmamarca (2) - San Pedro de Atacama (3)
Tours:
Salta: Walking tour with MAAM – Calchaquíes Valleys
Jujuy: Salinas Grandes Salt Flat – Humahuaca Gorge with Hornocal
Atacama: Atacama Salt Flat - Del Tatio Geiser - De La Luna Valley
Meals: 9 breakfasts
Needed tickets to reserves and 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 - BRIZO OR SIMILAR
CAFAYATE - IRAOLA OR SIMILAR
PURMAMARCA - LA COMARCA OR SIMILAR
ATACAMA - CASA DON TOMAS 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 3: The Vine and Wine Museum closes on Mondays.
Day 5: The Pucara de Tilcara closes on Mondays.
Day 6: Purmamarca- Atacama Bus operates MON/WED/FRI/SUN
Day 9: Atacama/ Salta Bus operates from MON-SAT 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:
Private arrival transfers with a guide. Departure transfers without a guide.
Day 1: The Walking Tour is not available on Sundays due to the closure of the Mercado San Miguel and on Mondays due to the closure of the Museo de Alta Montaña. If only these days are available, the tour will be replaced by a classic private visit.
Day 7: The visit to the Atacama Salt Flat (Salar de Atacama) is a private service with a guide.
Private Service:
Includes transfer to the meeting point of the walking city tour for passengers staying more than 500 meters from the starting point.
The transfer from Purmamarca to San Pedro de Atacama is private with a guide.
Regular Service:
The transfer to the meeting point for the walking tour is at the passenger's expense.
The transfer from Purmamarca to San Pedro de Atacama to Salta is by regular bus.
Andesmar:
Purmamarca to San Pedro de Atacama: 03:20 AM. Daily service.
San Pedro de Atacama to Salta: 07:00 AM. Daily service.
Pullman Bus.
Purmamarca to San Pedro de Atacama: 08:30 AM. Operates on MON/WED/FRI.
San Pedro de Atacama to Salta: 08:30 AM. Daily service.
San Pedro de Atacama Services: The Valley of the Moon (Valle de la Luna) and Tatio Geysers (Geiseres del Tatio) services are provided with a Spanish and English-speaking guide.