Salta
Perfect Escapade
4 Days / 3 Nights
In
Argentina, bordered by Chile, Bolivia, and Paraguay, at 1,187
meters over the sea level, stands Salta. Its name comes
from "aimar" (a regional language) and it has many meanings
such as: "sallata" (rock place); "sita" (resting
place) and "sagta" (very beautiful). This strategic
point in the north of Argentina, has a mild and dry climate which
allows the growth of a great variety of crops. Its wonderful geography
lets you enjoy different types of tourism. Its population, estimated
in over 800,000 inhabitants, has peculiar features, among which
hospitality and cordiality have to be remarked. Owner of a wide
and deep history, a characteristic culture, and a capacity and
strength to go forward in the present times, Salta does not stop
searching for new horizons in its provincial growth. During recent
years, one of the windows from Salta to the world has been the
Train to the Clouds, with its unbelievable trip, full of emotions,
up to the viaduct "La Polvorilla", 4,200 meters over
the sea level. Today, we invite you to know more about this province.
Day 1
Arrival in Salta, meeting at the airport.
Motorcoach - Salta / Cachi / Ruinas de Quilmes
This is the traditional trip to the Calchaquíes Valleys.
We also include a visit to the Quilmes Ruins, in the province
of Tucumán. We start at the city of Salta and cross the
Lerma Valley to get to the Escoipe Canyon and the Cuesta del Obispo.
On the Tin-Tin straight we travel through the National Park of
the Cardones to reach the old village of Cachi, placed at the
foot of the Nevado de Cachi (6,000 m). On a picturesque little
road we skirt the fertile valleys of the Calchaquíes River
through the National Park of the Cardones to reach the old village
of Cachi, placed at the foot of the Nevado de Cachi (6,380 m).
On a picturesque little road we skirt the fertile valleys of the
Calchaquíes River through little villages such as Molinos,
Angastaco and San Carlos, and later we cross the impressive Arrow´s
Canyon (Quebrada de las Flechas). We spend the night at a fascinating
hotel at the foot of the ruins. Lunch and dinner are included.
Day
2
Breakfast at your hotel.
Motorcoach - Ruinas De Quilmes / Cafayate / Salta
Departure
to Cafayate, a beautiful colonial village located in the very
heart of the Calchaquies Valleys. Drive along route 68 passing
through Cerrillos, El Carril a typical village at the Lerma River
valley, Ampascachi, Talapampa, Alemania and the Las Conchas River
Gorge with its extraordinary formations on the rocks eroded by
the wind and time. Surrounded by rivers and vineyards stands Cafayate.
See the colonial style houses, the main square, the Parish Church
and the Town Hall. Visit a famous wine bodega to sample some of
Argentina finest wines. Later on to the Calchaqui Colonial and
Archeological Museum. Return to Salta. Lunch and dinner are included.
Day
3
Breakfast
at you hotel.
Transfer from hotel to the train station. Train ride to San
Antonio de los Cobres.
Motorcoach - San Antonio de Los Cobres / Tilcara
Train To the Clouds, Humahuaca and Pumamarca (2 Days) (does
not operate daily)
In addition to the beautiful landscape on the way to San Antonio
de Los Cobres, this train ride is one of the three highest railroads
in the world. It seems to be hanging from the giddy mountains,
the visitor feels as if he were hanging from the clouds and it
runs across some of the region's most spectacular scenery, like
the amazing landscape with its high peaks. During the season that
goes from April to October the train leaves the city of Salta
on Saturdays and other special scheduled departures. Along its
zigzagged trip of 217 km. The train passes by San Antonio de Los
Cobres and climb almost 4,200 meters above sea level when it gets
to La Polvorilla Viaduct. During the journey this train provides
a buffet-car, a medical ward, audio sound, video, folk groups,
and bilingual tourist guides. Due to its magnificent landscape,
the translucent clarity of the intense blue of the sky, and because
over the years "Train to the Clouds" has become one
of the most important railroads built the first half of this century,
it is one of the most important tourist attractions in Argentina.
Lunch and dinner are included.
Day
4
Breakfast at your hotel.
Motorcoach - Tilcara / Humahuaca / Pumamarca / Salta airport
Morning departure to the Pucara (a fortified pre-Columbian
settlement) and the Archaeological Museum. Then on to Huacalera
and Uquia to see one of the oldest colonial churches in the Northwest.
Arrive at Humahuaca, founded in the XVl century at the Grande
River bank, it has been strongly influenced by the Inca culture.
Walk through its narrow cobblestone streets with its sun dried
clay bricks houses. See its Cathedral, Town Hall, the Northern
Carnival Museum, and the craft fair. On our way back to Salta
visit of San Salvador de Jujuy to see its main landmarks: San
Francisco Church, San Bernardo Convent, the Cathedral, etc. On
the way to Salta visit Purmamarca, a colonial village surrounded
by the picturesque Seven Colors Hill. Lunch en route.
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End Of Our Services ***
Departures:
Thursdays
Hotels to use: Parador Ruinas de Quilmes,
Selva Montana in Salta, Hostal Villar de ALA in Tilcara.
Tour
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Optional:
Transfer from Aeroparque airport to Ezeiza airport for connecting
flight.
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