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Salta Tour: Journey to the Clouds
Tour to Salta, Seven Color Mountain, & Purmamarca (4 days / 3 nights )
Tour Highlights
- Purmamarca
- Jujuy Salt Flats
- Santa Rosa de Tastil Archeological Site
- San Antonio de los Cobres
- Quebrada del Toro
- Salta City Tour
Trip Style
- City Scenes
- Culture / History
- Nature
Physical Difficulty
- 1-Easy
- Tour package to Salta, Seven Color Mountain & Purmamarca
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Explore charismatic Salta and travel up to the clouds through spectacular landscapes on an exhilarating Salta tour. Discover the city’s colorful past, filled with numerous legends, and still reflected in its beautiful shaded plazas and 17th century colonial buildings. Salta does not fall short of attractions and travelers here will find countless fascinating museums as well as splendid churches and buildings, a testament to the city’s past. This bustling city is always teeming with life and is assured to offer an unforgettable experience on your Argentina vacation.
Salta, with its well established infrastructure is also the gateway to the stunning and fertile Calchaqui Valley, filled with lovely oasis villages, wineries, and orchards. Taste some of the finest wines in Cafayate, step back in time at the ancient archeological site of Santa Rosa de Tastil, and journey to the dramatic Quebrada del Toro on the famous road to the clouds. Complete your Argentina tour with a stop in this gem of a city.
Day 1 : Arrival to Salta
Day 2 : Salta City Tour
Day 3 : Salta Tour to the Clouds
Day 4 : Departure from Salta
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Day 1 : Arrival to Salta
- Welcome to Salta! Upon arrival to the airport you will be greeted by one of our Argentina For Less representatives and taken to your confirmed Salta hotel.
- Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure relaxing at your hotel or exploring Salta on your own.
- Read our blog post 48 hours in Salta for great ideas on what to do and see during your Salta travel.
Day 2 : Salta City Tour
- Take some time to relax and explore the city on your own before meeting your guide for your Salta tour in the afternoon. One of the most beautiful cities in the country, Salta, founded in 1582, is characterized by its Spanish feel that distinguishes it from any other Argentinean town. Your Salta tour will take you to some of the most important churches, museums, and colonial monuments in this colonial gem of a city.With your guide, you’ll learn about the Spanish influence that still lingers as you visit the historical center filled with stunning colonial architecture.
- You will then continue on to Cerro San Bernard for a panoramic view of Salta and the entire Lerma Valley before driving to the charming village of San Lorenzo.
- You will also get the chance to see the National University and pay a visit the Mercado Artesanal, a treasure trove of handcrafted items.
- In the afternoon, you will be taken back to your Salta hotel and you will have the rest of the day to enjoy at your leisure.
Day 3 : Salta Tour to the Clouds
- Today you will explore the spectacular route of the historic and magical Tren de las Nubes, the Train to the Clouds. Following alongside the curving tracks of the Train to the Clouds, this tour covers numerous locations in northwest Argentina, and is among the most famous attractions on any Argentina vacation.
- You’ll first stop in the small town of Campo Quijano before continuing on towards Quebrada del Toro, the Bull’s Gorge. You'll then continue you Salta travel adventure with a visit to the stunning pre-Inca city of Santa Rosa de Tastil, built in the 13th century. From here you will continue on toward San Antonio de los Cobres, a small mining town. The famous Argentine Route 40 takes you through a desert plateau up to the surreal landscape of Salinas Grandes, the grand salt lakes of Jujuy.
- In the afternoon, you will make your way back to Salta, stopping at the overwhelming Cuesta de Lipan and in the village of Purmamarca, located at the base of the gorgeous Cerro de los Colores, the Seven Color Mountain.
- In the late afternoon, you will be taken back to your Salta hotel and have the evening free to explore the city. We suggest spending the evening at a traditional peña or live music show at the famous La Casona del Molino.
Note: This trip does not include the ride on the “Train to the Clouds” track but takes roads that follow the same path as the train does. The train is a separate activity available from April to November. Please consult your travel advisor for further details.
Day 4 : Departure from Salta
- Check out our many exciting additional tours to complete your Salta travel adventure and keep exploring this charming city or meet your transfer to the airport for your flight home or on to your next destination.
- Browse our full range of Argentina travel destinations and explore additional options for your Argentina vacation plans.
Top Pick Salta Hotels
Hotel Boutique Legado Mitico 5*
Mitre 647, Salta
Hotel Boutique Legado Mitico was once the mansion of a Salta patrician, and is located deep in Salta’s historic district. The hotel is steeped in legend, history, and myth, with each room named after heroes from Salta’s past. The guestroom La Escritora, for example, is a tribute to Juana Manuela Gorriti, a fiery 19th century Argentine author. The rooms includes a small patio, wood-burning stove, and hydro-massage tub, as well as a flat screen TV, mini-bar, safe-deposit box, air-conditioning and heater, internet, and telephone. There is also a library, solarium, gift shop, gorgeous patio, and breakfast lounge. This hotel is socially committed to many projects, including RELAF, a child protection agency.
Hotel Patios de Lerma 4*
Ameghino 653, Salta
The marvelous Hotel Patios de Lerma, located near Parque 20 de Febrero, only a few blocks away from Salta’s historic district, is a stylish option for your Salta hotel. The décor is sophisticated, with sleek black paneling, natural wood furnishings, and gorgeous lighting. Each of the 31 rooms comes with a satellite flat screen TV, mini-bar, and safe-deposit box. Exquisite regional and international cuisine is served in the restaurant, and guests can also indulge in fine coffee and sweets in the cafeteria. Breakfast is served American buffet-style, with a great selection of breads and sweets, juices, and cereals. Other services include a spa, laundry, and an outdoor terrace with Jacuzzi.
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Hotel del Virrey 5*
20 de Febrero 420, Salta
Located right next to the Plaza Tribunales in downtown Salta, the colonial-style Hotel del Virrey takes guests a step back in time. Heavy wooden doors carved into colonial archways give way to spacious rooms decorated with smooth red tile, chandeliers, and heavy curtains. Nonetheless, each room is wonderfully appointed with modern amenities including a mini-bar, safe-deposit box, high speed internet access, telephone, and cable TV. Additionally, the hotel offers dry cleaning services, an outdoor swimming pool, and a gym. The restaurant serves authentic Argentine barbecue, and there is also a café and lounge.
Have you ever wondered how we choose the Argentina For Less Top Hotel Picks? Well, this is the job of our Destination Manager, one that is envied by all the staff at LAFL. Throughout the year our Destination Manager travels to all our destinations to check out our hotels and make sure they are up to par. His role is to help us get the best rates at the best value hotels so we can, in turn, offer them to you.
Included:
- 3 nights in Salta hotels based on US standards
- All tours stated in the itinerary with English-speaking guides
- Ground transportation and entrance fees
- Breakfast at all hotels
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Transportation to/from Salta
- Lunches or dinners (unless otherwise specified)
- Airport taxes
- Tips
As of 1 January 2010, an entrance fee (Reciprocity Fee) is chargeable for citizens of the United States, Canada, and Australia flying into Argentina. The tax does not apply to travelers arriving by road or sea. Travelers who have an American, Canadian, Australian, Albanian, and Mexican passport must pay an reciprocity fee before arriving at immigration control: United States - USD 160, Canada - USD 132, Australia - USD 61, Albania - USD 30, Mexico - USD 26.
Additional Services Salta
- Cafayate Wine Tour
- Calchaqui Valley Tour
- Humahuaca Tour
- Enchanted Cachi Tour
- Full Day Tour to San Antonio de los Cobres
- Full Day Horseback Riding Tour
Cafayate Wine Tour
This full day Cafayate wine tour is an excellent way to tour the valley around Salta, a region famous for its exquisite wine production. After leaving Salta’s Lerma Valley behind, you will reach Alemania, an abandoned town that precedes the red mountains of the Quebrada de las Conchas, where erosion has carved curious rock formations. There you will have the opportunity to stop and explore the castles, amphitheater, and other scenic spots. After that, you will continue on to Cafayate, where you will visit two typical wineries and try some of their delicious wines. You will be taken back to your hotel in Salta in the late afternoon.
| Price per Person | $ 279 |
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Calchaqui Valley Tour
This full day Calchaqui valley tour whisks you around the beautiful scenery of the Salta region. Leaving Salta, you will ascend the majestic Cuesta del Obispo road up to its highest point, at nearly 9,000 feet (3,000 meters). Descend into the Enchanted Valley in Los Cardones National Park, which features fossils and dinosaur tracks. Afterwards, you will visit Cachi, a typical town where the architecture beautifully combines indigenous and Spanish traditions. In the afternoon, you will be taken back to your hotel in Salta.
Alternatively, you can make this a two day tour, starting in Salta, spending the night in Cafayate, and making sure to stop in Cachi, Seclantas, Molinos, Angastaco, and San Carlos.
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Humahuaca Tour
This full day Humahuaca tour combines fantastic scenery with historically-rich sites in the Humahuaca Gorge and surrounding areas. Leaving Salta bright and early, you’ll head north to the province of Jujuy. You will see the small, charming towns of Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimara, and Tilcara, many of which still reflect their vibrant pre-Inca traditions.
In Purmamarca, you can feast your eyes on the beautiful Cerro de los Colores, or Seven Color Mountain. In Tilcara, you will visit the Pucara de Tilcara fortress and the Tilcara Archeological Museum. In Uquia, you can admire the 16th century colonial church, La Iglesia de Uquia, now a national monument. The Humahuaca Valley—particularly the Quebrada de Humahuaca with its deep, colorful ravines and gorgeous desert plateau—is the true highlight of this tour. On your way back to Salta, you will also visit San Salvador de Jujuy and have a chance to explore its monuments and learn about its intriguing legends.
Alternatively, you can make this a two-day tour by combining it with the Tour to the Clouds, spending a night in the beautiful town of Purmamarca. Another option is to do the Tour of the Clouds with a night in Tilcara.
| Price per Person | $ 129 |
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Enchanted Cachi Tour
You will start your tour with a drive to the charming town of Cachi. On the way, you will pass through lovely traditional villages and picturesque landscapes more than 9,840 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level.
You will stop to visit the lush and verdant Quebrada de Escoipe, a ravine from where you will enjoy dramatic views of the area. Then you will continue up to the Cuesta del Obispo, where the mountains seem to have been carved in velvet and where you will catch your first glimpse of the Enchanted Valley of Cachi. You will cross the Tin-Tin line and travel through the village of Payogasta before reaching Cachi around noon.You will enjoy a guided visit of Cachi’s charming church and interesting museum and have some time to explore the town on your own before returning to Salta in the afternoon.
| Price per Person | $ 109 |
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Full Day Tour to San Antonio de los Cobres
Your guide will meet you at 7:00 a.m. to start your tour to San Antonio de los Cobres. Your first stop will be the fascinating pre-Inca site of Santa Rosa de Tastil, one of the largest urban centers dating back to the 13th century, and now an abandoned archeological site located deep in the desert of Puna. You will then continue on through the highlands and under the clear blue skies until you reach San Antonio de los Cobres, a small mining town known as the destination of the famous Train to the Clouds, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch (included).
In the afternoon, your tour will take you to Purmamarca in Jujuy where you can admire the infinite white salt lakes scintillating before your eyes. After crossing the vast and steep Lipan Slope, you will arrive at the majestic Cierro de los Siete Colores (Mount of the Seven Colors), whose pastel colors sparkle like a painter’s palette. You will then start the drive back to Salta, arriving at your hotel around 8:00 p.m.
| Price per Person | $ 119 |
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Full Day Horseback Riding Tour
Meet your guide at 9:00 a.m. at your hotel to start your horseback riding adventure in the beautiful Salta region. You will drive south toward the charming town of Chicoana in the Lerma Valley, a fertile agricultural area surrounded by verdant hills covered with lush and unspoiled vegetation. You will visit a typical estancia (ranch) where you will have the opportunity to explore the grounds on horseback.
For lunch, you will enjoy a delicious typical asado (barbeque) before setting off on another horseback ride in the afternoon, to explore the scenic Quebrada de Tilian, Finca las lajas, Chivilme Valley, and Chicoana Valley. You will then be taken back to your hotel in Salta in the late afternoon.
| Price per Person | $ 179 |
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