Mendoza & Salta Adventures

Your private guide will be at Ezeiza International Airport ready to give you a kind welcome to Buenos Aires, helping you to familiarize with Argentina and answering any question you might have about your trip plan. After a private ride of one hour approximately, you will be arriving at the selected hotel. Check in and have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own.

In the evening, enjoy your first Argentina experience with a unique Dinner & Show at GALA TANGO. This is one of the most exclusive places in Buenos Aires to enjoy an authentic show. With a beautiful décor and architecture down to the finest detail, it seems as though you have stepped into the 1930s, helping to create an experience that you will never forget. For an hour and half, you will enjoy more than 30 artists on stage, a live orchestra and four couples dancing to the rhythm of the music. Besides tango, you will also witness a performance of traditional folk Argentine dance. The dinner offers a variety of hot or cold starters, a choice of eight different main courses and desserts that will also be accompanied by a good choice of champagne and wine from one of the most exclusive wineries in Argentina.

• Private pick up and drop off at the hotel is included.
• Please adviseon any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.

 Overnight: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel

Enjoy the green spaces of Palermo and the aristocracy of Recoleta. After a brief orientation of what to expect for the day, we’ll begin our bike ride through the “lung” of Buenos Aires in the Palermo woods district where we’ll stop and enjoy the beautiful Rose Garden of Carlos Thays. Cycling along the bike lane, we’ll come across many Parisian style mansions of Palermo Chico and Barrio Parque, most of which have been converted into embassies. Just a little further down the trail, we enter into the neighborhood of Recoleta. A few quick stops along the way, we’ll visit the metal flower, University of Buenos Aires, National Library and Plaza Evita. Just up the hill from there is her final resting place in the infamous Recoleta Cemetery. There, you will have the opportunity to explore inside this extravagant display of mausoleums where most of Argentina’s aristocracy of yesterday rests in peace.

After hunger has set in, it’s now time to find the best empanadas of Buenos Aires to refuel ourselves as we encounter, once again, the lovely neighborhood of Palermo Soho. Here, we will pass through two picturesque areas: Plaza Guemes and Plaza Serrano.

• Private 5 hours’ excursion.
• Transfer to the bike office meeting point is NOT included. Transportation can be added upon request.
• Lunch included. Please adviseon any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.

Overnight: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel

Your guide will pick you up in the morning at the hotel to explore the other side of the city and discover the origins of Buenos Aires in a comfortable vehicle.

Plaza de Mayo is home to the national government palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral. This historical, political, and foundational epicenter of the city is a great starting point for the city tour. One of the oldest neighborhoods in Buenos Aires is San Telmo, which is a great area to visit if you’re interested in tango and the arts. The antique markets, candle streetlighting, cobbled roads, and historic buildings with original facades and décor create a lovely bohemian atmosphere. Sundays buzz with activity as the main antique market comes alive around the Plaza Dorrego. You can also visit La Boca, a neighborhood famous for its brightly-painted houses and coventillos (communal housing tenements). It’s also home to the legendary Boca Juniors Football Club, where Diego Maradona made his name.

The city’s youngest neighborhood is Puerto Madero, which is situated on the riverside along the Río de la Plata. This major gastronomic and business hub is situated in former commercial docks. Along the canals, these former industrial warehouses were converted into elegant bars, eateries, and offices during one of the most successful urban waterfront restoration projects in the world.

• Private 4 hours’ excursion.
• Lunch not included.
• Pick up and drop off at hotel included.

 Overnight: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel

Pick up at the hotel and private transfer to the airport to take your flight to Salta. Upon arrival, reception at the airport and private transfer to the hotel in Purmamarca.

Scenic Road from Salta to Purmamarca (3 hours – 75 km).

We will depart into an area called YUNGAS. It is a transitional zone between the Andean highlands and the eastern forests. We will drive along La Cornisa (the Cornish Road) or better known as the old colonial commercial road between the cities of Jujuy and Salta. Today this road is only used by tourism and adventurous locals who enjoy their weekend in the outdoors.

We will then arrive to the city of San Salvador de Jujuy where we will stop for toilette and coffee. After this break, we will continue ascending above sea level, now on the World`s Heritage site of Quebrada de Humahuaca, this is one of the 7 Heritages in Argentina protected by the UNESCO. We will visit the outstanding and colorful town of Purmamarca, one of the most traditional little towns of Argentina. After the visit, drop off at the hotel.

• Private guide & transportation.
• Altitude Purmamarca: 2,200 metres above sea level.
• Lunch not included.

Overnight: Manantial del Silencio Hotel

Purmamarca – Salinas Grandes w/bike – Purmamarca

After breakfast, we will drive toward the “Puna”, a remote high-altitude desert. We will drive the breathtaking Cuesta de Lipán, an amazingly winding road that will take us from Purmamarca at 2,000 metres above sea level to 4,200 metres.

We will drive to Salinas Grandes, a vast white desert of salt crystals where we can walk and take photos. Around the salt flats, there are several communities that have been working in the salt flats since the mid-1900s. Accompanied by a local guide, we will visit the pools where the salt is extracted by hand, and the “eyes of the salt” small natural lagoons in the middle of the Salinas.

From there we will have the possibility to extract salt by hand. Picnic lunch (included) and return to our vehicle. We will make a total of 14km over the salt. After visiting the area, we will drive back to Purmamarca to enjoy a walking tour of the town and its unique Paseo de los Colorados (The Colorados Trail). After enjoying of the fresh mountain air and a good leg stretch, we will return to your hotel.

• Private guide & transportation.
• Box lunch included.

Overnight: Manantial del Silencio Hotel

Scenic Road from Purmamarca to Hornocal (2 to 3 hours round trip).

Today we will depart from your hotel after breakfast, we will have a short 20 minutes’ drive into the neighboring town of Tilcara, where we will visit an incredible archaeological site known as Pukara de Tilcara: this is one of the 22 archaeological sites and the only one prepared for tourism since early 1940s. This is a city that dates from before the Incas arrived to the canyon between 1450 and 1470. They also witnessed the Spanish conquering through early 1500s. Today, Pukara de Tilcara is a place to learn about the ancient history of this area of the Andes and enjoy views of Cacti forest and birds. After visiting the Pukara, we will visit the town of Uquia. Here we will walk for 2 hours into the amazing and colorful Cerro Las Señoritas (The Ladies Hill). This is also the town where we will have lunch, after which we will pass by the town of Humahuaca and into our next destination: Hornocal.

Exposed in the range is the limestone formation called Yacoraite that extends from Salta, Argentina, through the Argentine Quebrada de Humahuaca and then through the Bolivian Altiplano to Peru. The mountains reach an altitude of 4,761 meters (15,620 ft) above sea level. After enjoying the views of this surrealistic landscape, we will take the same road towards Salta city.

• Private guide & transportation.
• Lunch included.

Overnight: Legado Mítico Salta Boutique Hotel

Scenic drive from the City of Salta to Coronel Moldes (1, 30 hours’ drive)

Today we will depart from the city of Salta into “Dique Cabra Corral” (Cabra Corral Dam) which is located in a town called Coronel Moldes, distant 70 km south of Salta. The rafting in Salta is located in a spectacular region, at the heart of Juramento River’s gorge known as Peñas Blancas, within a short distance from the majestic Cabra Corral Dam and two hours away from Salta city. Salta Rafting’s base is located on Road 47, at kilometer 34, the ideal meeting point where man, Nature and adventure come together.

First there is an introductory rafting and safety course, and the necessary gear is given: lifejackets, helmets, waterproof jackets and pants. With a professional guide you will start the 2 hours rafting, which is level III (for beginners). A safety kayak will join you during the trip, this is also in charge of making photos that you can later purchase and take with you in a cd or pen drive.

The landscape of the Juramento canyon is really beautiful and you will be able to watch a lot of birds, dinosaur footprints and other natural attractions. Finishing the rafting a van will pick us up and take us back to the base where we will change our wet clothes, have a hot shower and get ready for lunch. The trip back to the base takes 20 minutes in our vehicles. After lunch we will return to the city of Salta and your hotel in the late afternoon. 

• Private guide & transportation.
• Lunch included.

Overnight: Legado Mítico Salta Boutique Hotel

Your guide will pick you up at the hotel for a tour around this charming city. Founded in 1582, it still keeps a colonial style architecture, framed by hills. We can start at main square 9 of July to see historic houses, such as the St. Bernard Convent, which is the oldest religious building in Salta and the imposing Cathedral – keeping the human remains of General Martín Miguel de Güemes, the local hero in the independence struggles. Quite near it is Saint Francis Church, one of the most beautiful catholic churches in the North: built in 1796, combines Baroque style with Italian neoclassic ornaments. Moreover, is the High Mountain Archaeological Museum (MAAM). It keeps a really valuable archaeological treasure, witness of the Inca’s presence in the area: The Llullaillaco Children, found at the volcano of the same name at 22,000 f.a.s.l. They had been offered in sacrifice more than 500 years, together with gold, silver and clothes, at the highest Inca sanctuary known so far. Besides, the MAAM proposes an original tour that will convert the visit into an unforgettable memory.

While touring, you will reach St Bernard Hill. At its foot, facing the city, the General Güemes monument stands out, carved into stone obtained from the same hill and with the bronze figure of the hero on top of it. You will see the Catholic University, the Vaqueros River, The Castellanos Gorge, Lesser, until you reach the picturesque San Lorenzo Village, a relaxing and appreciated place to enjoy summers in Salta. It is located in the yungas (sort of mountain forest) area, very close to San Lorenzo River, to the northeast of Lerma Valley, where a beautiful landscape and picturesque estancias, together with attractive houses, can be appreciated. The San Lorenzo Ravin is a place to see, with its high altitude vegetation that is covered with fog during the summer and is typical of the yungas area. On your way back, you can visit the Crafts Market in Salta working in an old house of the 18th century.

• Private guide & transportation
• Estimated duration: 4 hours
• MAAM visit tickets included. Closed on Monday.

Overnight: Legado Mítico Salta – Boutique Hotel

A driver will transport you from your hotel to the airport so that you can catch your flight to Mendoza. Upon arrival, reception at the airport and drive to the hotel. Rest of day ta leisure to explore the city. In the evening, join us for a Sunset Horseback Riding! This experience takes place in Lunlunta, just 40 minutes south of the city of Mendoza. Dazzling views and incredible landscapes introduce us to the warm atmosphere of the place and the courtesy of our people. Our ‘Pingos’ guide us to places where we will appreciate the river, the flora, the native fauna, the wine regions of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú and unbeatable panoramic views of the Andes mountain range with the fall of the sun. The activity begins with the ride, which lasts approximately 2 hours and we will end the day with a typical ‘Asado’: roast, salad, roasted vegetables, drink and seasonal fruit.

• Group excursion.
• Departure / arrival times: From 5:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.
• Bring comfortable clothes, long pants and coat, sunglasses and sun protection, mineral water.
• Please advise on any diet restriction or requirements at the time of booking.

Overnight: Villa Mansa Wine Hotel

An original and enjoyable way to discover the vineyards, the wineries, and the amazing wine region of Luján de Cuyo. The main goal of this activity is to enjoy a tour outdoors surrounded by the unique scenery of the Andes and the vineyards. Our visitors will get to know some different wineries and their vineyards. At the wineries, guided tours will be provided, and also several tastings of the well-known wines they produce. At the end of the tour, in the last winery, a first class lunch with matching wines will be served. We will visit and wine tasting at Nieto Senetiner Winery, Bodega Vistalba & Kaiken Winery for lunch.

• Full day tour.
• Group activity.
• 12 km ride between the wineries.
• Personal bike, helmet.
• Visit & tasting at the wineries included.
• Three course menu lunch. Please advise on any diet restriction or requirements at the time of booking.
• NOTE that some of the wineries can be replaced in case of no availability for visits.

 Overnight: Villa Mansa Wine Hotel

At the foot of the Cordón del Plata, in the Uco Valley, we will enjoy a walk to get in touch with the flora and fauna of the region. We will arrive at a viewpoint of almost 3000 meters above sea level, from where we can appreciate the unique landscape of the Cordón del Plata and the Potrerillos Valley.

• Group excursion.
• Departure / arrival times: Starting at 8:30 a.m. / 7:00 p.m. (approx.)
• Availability: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Only in spring/summer.
• Activity duration: between 3 and 4 hours of walking.
• Difficulty: Moderate / Hard.
• Wear comfortable clothes, coat, footwear suitable for hiking through mountain terrains and sunscreen.
• Security restrictions: according to age, weight and physical fitness of passengers.

Overnight: Villa Mansa Wine Hotel

Pick up at the hotel and private transfer to the airport to take your flight back to Buenos Aires.

Upon arrival, reception at the airport and private transfer to the hotel.

Overnight: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel

At indicated time, pick up at your hotel and private transfer to Ezeiza International Airport to take you flight back.

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