Salta La Linda and the Northwest
7 Days

From $ 999.00
This Tour is Fully Customizable
( Comfort Family Adventure Ecology )

This tour combines the beauty of Buenos Aires with a visit to the fascinating city of Salta and its north-western neighbors. Buenos Aires' reputation for fine wine, Tango, football and the best steaks in the world is in no way unfounded, but this fabulous city has more to offer than the obvious! On the ‘Salta La Linda and the Northwest’ trip you'll see all the highlights as well as having some time to relax and explore on your own. The tour then continues on to Salta, often referred to as Salta la Linda (Salta the Beautiful). This amazing city attracts visitors from all over the world with its unique charm, impressive colonial architecture and striking 'painted hills'. Its proximity to the many amazing attractions found in and around the Quebrada de Humahuaca, also make it an excellent base for further exploration. All services and accommodation are to the highest standard, from professional guides to luxurious hotels. Our South America luxury tours are tailor-made to meet the needs of all of our travelers. So, explore the incredible North of Argentina on this flexible itinerary from Class Adventure Travel – experts in Affordable Luxury Adventures.

  • Day 1

    Arrival in Argentina

    Buenos Aires

  • Recoleta Pilar Church
  • Upon arrival at the international airport in Buenos Aires you will be welcomed, escorted to your hotel and briefed on all your travel plans for your stay in Argentina. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at your leisure, either relaxing in your hotel, or exploring some of the nearby areas. One option would be to visit Recoleta Cemetery, a stunning historical site that coexists peacefully with the surrounding string of Parisian-style cafes and bars, and the busy arts and crafts market that takes place there at the weekend. It is within this famous cemetery that Evita Peron's grave can be found, along with those of many other notable characters of Buenos Aires. In the evening we recommend that you dine at one of the many celebrated steak-houses that have made Buenos Aires famous. Your Argentina Travel Expert will be happy to give you any advice you require, and to make both recommendations and restaurant reservations for you.
  • Day 2

    Paris of Latin America

    Buenos Aires

  • ARBUE03-La-Boca-Caminito
  • The Buenos Aires guided tour takes in many of the city's main attractions, including La Boca, San Telmo, the Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, the cathedral, colonial Cabildo and the old Town Hall, before continuing on to the elegant Barrio Norte and finishing in the quieter residential neighborhood of Palermo. In the evening you will be attending one of the city's finest 'Dinner and Tango' shows, where you will experience the very best of Argentine cuisine accompanied by some fabulous wines. Following dinner the show will begin -Tango is a passionate and intense dance, and over the course of the evening you will have the opportunity to hear many of Argentina's most beloved numbers. (Meals - B,D)
  • Day 3

    Buenos Aires at your leisure

    Buenos Aires

  • Estancias
  • This day is left free for you to enjoy the city of Buenos Aires at your leisure, either exploring on your own or taking one of our many extra options. If this day falls on a Sunday you may wish to take a stroll around the San Telmo Flea Market. Alternatively, you can take a morning walk thorough Palermo Woods and the Rose Garden before stopping for lunch. In the afternoon you could visit the Evita Museum or the MALBA - Museum of Latin American Art. Another great option is the day trip to Uruguay and Colonia del Sacramento. With lunch included this tour visits Uruguay's most charming town giving you a tour of its most spectacular sites including the old quarter of Oporto or Lisbon and the Puerta de la Ciudadela. Just ask your Argentina Travel Expert for advice and suggestions. (Meals - B)
  • Day 4

    Salta the Beautiful - la Linda

    Buenos Aires to Salta

  • Salta Cathedral
  • After breakfast you will be driven to the domestic airport for your two-hour flight to Salta where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The city of Salta has a distinctly Hispanic feel to it, with an urban skyline distinguished by the colonial architecture of its original buildings and churches. In the afternoon you will undertake a guided city tour visiting the Basilica Cathedral, the church of San Francisco, the Catholic University and the Convent of San Bernardo with its amazing carved entrance dating back to 1762. You will then continue to San Martin Park where you will board a cable car and ride up to Cerro San Bernardo for fantastic views of the city. (Meals - B)
  • Day 5

    FD Humahuaca

    Salta

  • Purmamarca
  • After breakfast you will head out of the city through dramatic mountainous landscapes stopping along the way at various places of historical and cultural interest, including Purmamarca (The Mountain of Seven Colors), Maimar, (The Painter's Palette), Tilcara, Huacalera and finally the charming village of Humahuaca, famous for its exuberant carnival. On the way back to Salta, you will visit Jujuy City and its beautiful main square and cathedral, before returning to your hotel for the evening. (Meals - B)
  • Day 6

    FD Cafayate

    Salta

  • Humahuaca
  • Following breakfast in your hotel you will head out of the city to the south, passing through large expanses of tobacco plantations on all sides. First stop will be at the Dique Cabra Corral, an impressive 'water mirror', before driving through the deep ravine of either the Quebrada del Rio Las Conchas, or Quebrada de Cafayate. Both have spectacular rock formations and resemble natural amphitheaters. The last stop of the day will be Cafayate, where you will have a tour of the town and its wine cellars, which produce 'Torrontes', a fruity white wine. (Meals - B)
  • Day 7

    Return to Buenos Aires

    Salta to Buenos Aires

  • Puerto Madero
  • After breakfast you will be shown to the airport in Salta for your flight back to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival you will either be transferred to the international airport (approximately an hour's drive away), or to your hotel, should you wish to spend a little more time in Argentina. Class Adventure Travel offers many more exciting tours across Latin America, such as Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls and the Amazon Jungle. (Meals - B)
This Tour is fully customizable
We can customize and tailor-make your trip to suit your specific needs and desires – whatever these may be. Our primary concerns are your safety and comfort. All of our tours have been carefully constructed in a way that will ensure your wellbeing in Argentina and also provide you with the best class and comfort available in the country. All of our packages are built to be as fully inclusive as possible while still giving you the flexibility to spend your vacation time as you wish. Contact us

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