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Salta · Argentina
3 Days Tour From Salta: Cafayate, Cachi & Humahuaca
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Our to the wine-growing center of the province, touring the Quebrada de las Conchas. Wind erosion has formed a succession of natural whims such as the Devil's Throat, The Amphitheater, The Fraile, The Obelisk, and The Castles. Cafayate is a town of single-story houses between colonial and baroque from the late 19th century. Heading to Cachi, we will visit the Quebrada de Escoipe and the imposing Cuesta del Obispo. After visiting La Piedra del Molino, you will be passing through Los Cardones National Park. The small and magical town of Cachi is characterized by its colonial-style facades, with mansions located on the edge of narrow, cobblestone streets. On the excursion to Humahuaca, we will visit towns such as Purmamarca, famous for the Hill of 7 Colors, Maimará with its Painter's Palettes, and Tilcara stands out for its Pucará (high mountain fortress). The tour also visits Uquia and the ceramic factory and then the city of Humahuaca, whose town is the largest in the Quebrada.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Explore natural rock formations like the Devil’s Throat, Amphitheater & The Castles
- Visit the charming town with colonial and baroque architecture from the 19th century
- Quebrada de Escoipe: Pass through this stunning canyon on the way to Cachi
- Cuesta del Obispo: Marvel at the impressive winding road leading to the highlands
- Piedra del Molino: Stop to see the breathtaking view from this natural rock formation
- Los Cardones National Park: Discover the ancient cacti and striking desert landscapes
- Visit historic towns like Purmamarca, Tilcara, and Maimará
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Salta
Sightseeing at Calchaquí Valleys. Welcome to Argentina! Visit the winegrowing center of the province, crossing Las Conchas gorge. Route: National Road 68 (Wine Route); Lerma Valley (Cerrillos, La Merced, El Carril, Coronel Moldes, La Viña (technical stop) The erosion in the region has formed a succession of natural wonders such as The Devil's Throat, a deep and closed canyon. The Anfitheatre (with perfect natural acoustics). The Toad, The Friar, The Obelisk, The Castles. Little by little, the aridity of the landscape is replaced by large areas of vineyards to reach one of the most outstanding regions within the Calchaquíes Valleys: Cafayate, a town of one-story houses between colonial and baroque from the late 19th century. Quebrada de las Conchas: More than 10 stops in multicolored formations caused by wind and water erosion such as La Garganta del Diablo, El Amphitheater, La Yesera, Las Ventanas, Los Castillos, etc.
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Cafayate
Local Flavor. Cafayate In Cafayate, you will have the chance to visit a winery and taste the best wines in the area. Although the region always refers to Torrontés, the place has a large number of hectares dedicated to red grapes such as Malbec, Tannat, or Cabernet Sauvignon. Visit Cafayate City and a winery. We'll have 2 free hours in the city to have lunch and explore. Town of one-story houses between colonial and baroque architecture from the late 19th century. (Lunch and drinks are NOT included in the price)
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Cafayate
Sightseeing at Quebrada de las Conchas. Quebrada de las Conchas We returned to Salta through the Quebrada de las Conchas through Route 68, making the stops we missed on the outward journey and traveling through this beautiful, unique landscape of Argentina. Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in La Viña or Talapampa to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.
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Salta
Overnight.
Day 2
Salta
Sightseeing at Cuesta del Obispo. Cuesta del Obispo & Beyond We leave Salta through the Lerma Valley towards the south of the province until we reach the town of El Carril to turn west and begin heading towards the Quebrada del Escoipe and the first dream landscapes. We have technical stops along the way so passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack. Leaving the fertile Valley of Lerma behind, you ascend the Quebrada de Escoipe and then continue along the imposing Cuesta del Obispo and Valle Encantado, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.s.n.m.) you cross Los Cardones National Park. Visit grocers and pass through the town where peppers are dried on the side of the road.
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Cachi
Leisure. Cachi We arrive at noon at the colonial town of Cachi and we will have 2 hours free to have lunch and tour this unique town in northern Argentina. Its cobbled streets with its adobe and cobblestone houses allow you to witness a place left in time, which maintains its primordial essence. In these 2 free hours, you can tour these 10 blocks by 10 blocks that the town offers and try its gastronomic variety native to the region. Then we meet again with the guide to begin the return to Salta. Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in Chicoana or El Carril to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.
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Salta
Overnight.
Day 3
Jujuy
Sightseeing at Cerro de los Siete Colores. Cerro de los Siete Colores We leave from the city of Salta to San Salvador de Jujuy. We will have technical stops so that passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack. Technical stop to take advantage and go to the bathroom and buy supplies. We visit the hill of the 7 colors, one of the most characteristic towns of the Humahuaca ravine.
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Tilcara
City/Town Tour at Pucará de Tilcara. Tilcara Visit to the town of Tilcara, where the Pucará is located, Visit to the village church and the ceramics factory. Two free hours in the iconic town of La Quebrada to have lunch and tour the town. Photographic visit to the Palettes of the Painter. Photographic visit to the Tropic of Capricorn. Technical stop to take advantage and go to the bathroom and buy supplies.
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Salta
Thank you for visiting! We return to the city of Salta crossing the last part of the Quebrada de Humahuaca and its landscapes. We have technical stops along the way if you want to go to the bathroom or buy something to eat or drink. We are happy you came and hope to see you again soon!
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle All Fees and Taxes Visit the Quebrada de las Conchas and entrance to a winery with wine-tasting Entrance to Los Cardones National Park We visit all the towns of the Quebrada de Humahuaca
Not Included
Food & drinks Personal expenses
What to Bring
Public transportation nearby Infants must sit on laps Passport required
Restrictions
Not suitable for pets
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up is between 07:00 a.m. to 07:45 a.m. within a range of 15 blocks from Plaza 9 de Julio.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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