Northern provinces feature traces of pre-Colombian cultures, mingled with ruins of native’s villages, as well as forts and constructions back to the time of the Conquest and Colonization. Time seems to stand still in the high plateau of the Puna, a land full of mountain ranges, steep mountain paths, and gorges. Villages have been built in the small valleys. The region offers landscapes full of contrast for tourists to enjoy, from the high peaks to the plains, the salt pans, where Latin American culture took root.
HIGHLIGHTS
Railway to the Clouds
From Salta the train to the Clouds starts its journey up the mountain trough thinly bringes, tunnels and viaducts, which will end at San Antonio de los Cobres, 4,200 meters above sea level.
Cafayate and Quebrada de las Conchas
Impressive combination of mountain ranges and aggressive blue skies. Cafayate is surrounded by vineyards where the famous Torrontés wine is produced.
Cachi and Calchaquies Valley
Meet the Indian culture and enjoy the colourful scenery with tiny old villages and archaeological sites.
Safari to the Clouds
This journey highlights 3 different circuits of Northern Argentina. The first one, the “Way to the Clouds” follows the famous railway track of the “Train to the Clouds” through the “Quebrada del Toro” (Bull’s Ravine) up to San Antonio de los Cobres. Land crossing to the Atacama Desert (Chile)
DISCOVER SALTA
4 Days/ 3 Nights
DAY 1 SALTA
Upon our arrival in Salta, we will meet the local staff that will assist with luggage and will drive us to the hotel for check-in procedures.
Overnight in Salta.DAY 2 SALTA
Breakfast
In the afternoon, explore the City Tour of Salta, its colonial buildings and the High Altitude Museum, guided by an archaeology expert, to see the Sleeping children, mummified in the heights of the Andes, while offered in sacrifice as part of an Inca ritual.
We suggest having dinner at the Hotel (Not included)
Overnight in Salta.DAY 3 SALTA-HUMAHUACA GORGE
Breakfast
Lunch is included.
Full Day excursion to Humahuaca Gorge, a Cultural heritage site declared by UNESCO. Be amazed by the vibrant colours of the mountains, the picturesque small villages, with houses made of mud and rocks. Visit Tilcara and its pucara, an Inca-style fortress that let us guess how the life in this area was before the Spanish conquerors arrived. Get back on the road to get to Purmamarca and its Seven-Colored background and go down the road again through the breathtaking Cuesta de Lipan. From the top of the slope you will be able to glimpse what is awaiting you at the end of the road: the surreal Salinas Grandes. Return to Purmamarca for lunch.
Overnight in Salta.DAY 4 SALTA
Breakfast
On due time, we will be driven to the airport to board the flight to the next destination.
