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Road Trip from Salta to Mendoza | 5 Day Trip

Salta - El Cafayate - Mendoza
Duration 5 days
Departures Full Day
Group Size 1 person
Languages English • Spanish • Other

Description

Explore the unique landscapes of northern and western Argentina on a five-day trip. Discover vineyards in Cafayate, archaeological sites like Quilmes and El Shincal, and natural wonders like Talampaya and Ischigualasto, culminating in the charming city of Mendoza. An experience rich in culture, history and unforgettable landscapes.

Highlights

  • Cafayate’s wine cellars and Quebrada de las Conchas' vibrant geology.
  • Quilmes' archaeological ruins and the Pachamama Museum.
  • Talampaya National Park's dramatic canyons.
  • The surreal Moon Valley in Ischigualasto.

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

Salta – Cafayate

We leave salta after breakfast, in this day we will visit the Lerma valley, where will see some tobacco plantations. With the passing of the kilometers the landscape changes in an abrupt way, and we will to start to transit the arid and colorful calchaqui valley; where we can observe the quebrada de las conchas, where the geology, colors and shapes of the landscape will impact our view.

In the afternoon we will arrive at the village of Cafayate, famous for its wines, here we will visit 2 wine cellars (tastings are not included).

Distance 190 km.

Overnight in Cafayate: Asturias Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included: none.

Cafayate - Belén

After breakfast we will take the mythical route 40 and visit the archaeological site of Quilmes. After this visit we continue our tour visiting the Museum of Pachamama. In the afternoon we´ll arrive at the town of Belén. Overnight in Belén.

Distance 261 km.

Overnight in Belén: Belén Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included: Breakfast.

Belén – Villa Unión

In the morning we'll visit an archaeological site, this place is considered one of the few settlements of culture inca in the country, the Ruins of Shincal. We will visit the site in company of our tour guide.

Then we continued our journey to the city of Chilecito, where we´ll have our lunch and visit the museum of the mine “La Mejicana”.

After that will start to transit the fabulous Miranda Slope to reach our final destination of day, Villa Union.

Distance 340 km.

Overnight in Villa Unión: Cañon de Talampaya, Pircas negras (or similar).

Meals Included: Breakfast.

Villa Unión – El Chiflón

Very early in the morning we start our day trip to visit at first Talampaya National Park, once in the park we will take the tour of Canyon of Talampaya to enjoy this fabulous site (not included). Then we continue our journey to reach Ischigualasto Province Park (The Moon Valley).

Distance 190 km. 

Overnight in El Chiflon: Posta Pueblo Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included: Breakfast.

El Chiflón – Mendoza

Transfer from el Chiflón to Mendoza city. End of our services.

Distance 408 km. Meals Included: Breakfast.

Destinations

Cafayate
Cuyo & the Andes
Mendoza
Northwest
Salta

Styles

Culture & cities
Food & wine

Effort levels

Easy

Suitable for

Families
Seniors 60+

Durations

4-6 days

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From
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Sla Cafayate
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Type of Trip
Weekend From BA

Tour's Location

Salta - El Cafayate - Mendoza

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Member Since 2024

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Reviews from travelers who designed their Argentina trip with our team, published on Google, Tripadvisor and Trustpilot. Each card links to the original review.

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