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Natural Route through Catamarca, La Rioja and San Juan | 6 Day Trip

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Catamarca - La Rioja - Talampaya National Park - Ischigualasto National Park
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Duration

6 days

Departures

Full Day

Group Size

1 person

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Description

Journey through Argentina’s Adobe Route, exploring Catamarca, La Rioja, and San Juan. Discover historic landmarks, breathtaking volcanic landscapes, and UNESCO World Heritage sites while enjoying the natural wonders of Talampaya, Laguna Brava, and Ischigualasto. A perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure over six unforgettable days.

 

Highlights

  • Adobe Route: Colonial chapels and cultural heritage.
  • Talampaya National Park: Dramatic canyons and ancient petroglyphs.
  • Laguna Brava: Unique high-altitude volcanic scenery.
  • Ischigualasto (Moon Valley): Fossils and stunning lunar landscapes.

Included/Excluded

  • Transfers and excursions as described in the itinerary.
  • Accommodation with breakfast in the hotels described or similar in double rooms.
  • Assistance during the trip in our whatsapp at destination.
  • Meals (except when excursions include it).
  • International or domestic flights (quoted separately if requested).
  • Meals (except when excursions include it).
  • Museum Tickets (except when excursions include it).
  • Tips for guides or drivers.

Itinerary

<span>Day 1</span>Adobe Route: Catamarca or La Rioja to Termas de Fiambalá

Arrival to San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca (CTC) or La Rioja (IRJ) depending on your arrival flight.

Important: Please note that there is 1 flight per day. We suggest arrivals up to 10:50 a.m. and regular excursions can be done.

After arrival, access Route 60, visiting the captaincies and mayorships of the Conquest, as well as the Chapels, Oratories and Churches of the Adobe Route. Then transfers to Termas de Fiambala 30'. The hot springs are visited in turns. If you enter at 3 p.m., you leave at 8 p.m.

Overnight in Fiambalá: La Ramadita country Inn or Posada Las Cañas (or similar).

Meals Included: none.

<span>Day 2</span>Adobe Route: 6 Thousand Scenic Route

After breakfast, on the second day, you visit the 6 Thousand Scenic Route. It's a hassle-free Full Day Ride only with the requirement of altitude (it exceeds 4000 meters above sea level). Traveling the international road to Chile to Copiapo. Golden pockets of cords prevail between the world's tallest volcanoes, with views of Intihuasi, Monte Pisiss and Okos del Salado.

It can be combined with Pisces Balcony which is more adventure (extra cost).

Overnight in Fiambalá.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

<span>Day 3</span>Adobe Route - La Rioja

At the appropriate time, we will take you to the local airport of Catamarca or La Rioja, depending on your departure flight.

Overnight in Villa Unión: Pircas Negras Hotel, Hotel Boutique Cañón del Talampaya (or similar).

Meals  incldued: Breakfast.

<span>Day 4</span>La Rioja: Talampaya National Park (Full Day).

The trip to Talampaya National Park offers a fascinating experience in the province of La Rioja. This park is famous for its arid landscape and impressive rock formations. During the visit, you can explore deep canyons, vertical walls and ancient petroglyphs that reveal the region's ancient history. In addition, it is a site recognized for its paleontological importance, with fossils dating back millions of years. A guided tour provides an in-depth understanding of Talampaya's unique geology and biodiversity.

Overnight in Villa Unión.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

<span>Day 5</span>La Rioja: Laguna Brava (Full Day)

Today we will visit an impressive place on the roof of America, 4400 meters above sea level surrounded by the highest volcanoes in the world Pissis (6882 meters), Veladero (6524 meters), Bonete Chico (6769 meters), etc.

Declared by UNESCO as a RAMSAR Site and together with the “San Guillermo National Park”, in San Juan, one of the 10 largest biosphere reserves in the world. Unimaginable colorful landscapes, in direct contact with the local fauna, guanacos, vicuñas, foxes, condors, etc. in spring and summer accompanied by migratory birds such as pink flamingos, piquenes, parinas gr. and chicks, Pisacas, Andean gulls, etc.

Places that will surprise us, such as the mountain shelters built during the years 1862-1874, some time after the crossing of the Andean army through this area. We will see traces of pre-dinosaurs and primitive mammals directly in the rock, in a place with a unique and particular morphology such as the pre-mountain range in the “Quebrada de la Troya”. We will be able to relive immemorial times at the “Estrellas Diaguitas” in Vinchina on a day that we guarantee will be unforgettable.

Overnight in Villa Unión.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

<span>Day 6</span>La Rioja: Ischigualasto National Park (Full Day)

Upon arrival at La Rioja airport, we will provide transportation to the Ischigualasto National Park in San Juan. This service is shared and is available for flights arriving until 11:00 a.m. If you arrive after this time, we will offer you a private service.

The Ischigualasto National Park, also known as Moon Valley, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can explore unique landscapes and fascinating geological formations that date back millions of years. Among the activities you can take are guided tours to discover fossils and learn about the evolution of life on Earth, as well as enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the desert and its distinctive features.

At the end, we will transfer you to Villa Unión for the night.

Meals Incldued: Breakfast.

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Catamarca - La Rioja - Talampaya National Park - Ischigualasto National Park
From: EUR 1.384

Owner

Juan Narvaez Brandi

Member Since 2024

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