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Talampaya, Villa Unión, Laguna Brava y Valle De La Luna 4-days

Talampaya - Villa Unión - Laguna Brava - Valle De La Luna
From:EUR 820 Including 3★ hotels
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Duration 4 days
Departures Full Day
Group Size 1 person
Languages English • Spanish • Other

Description

Discover the natural wonders of Argentina on this 4-day adventure through Talampaya, Villa Unión, Laguna Brava, and the Valley of the Moon. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient canyons, vicuña reserves, and stunning landscapes shaped by millions of years of geological history. A unique journey through the Andes!

Highlights

  • Explore the otherworldly rock formations in Ischigualasto's "Valley of the Moon."
  • Visit Laguna Brava, a high-altitude Andean lagoon and vicuña reserve.
  • Discover Talampaya National Park's towering red cliffs and ancient petroglyphs.
  • Traverse breathtaking gorges with stunning geological formations in La Rioja.

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.
  • Entrance fees to National Parks or reserves.
  • 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

La Rioja – Valle de la Luna –  Villa Unión
Excursion to Ischigualasto Provincial Park (Valley of the Moon) in San Juan: we will departure from La Rioja to Ischigualasto Provincial Park (Valley of the Moon, San Juan Province), which, together with Talampaya National Park (La Rioja), has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique natural heritage, where the complete sedimentary strata of the Triassic Period are exposed on the surface, and for its landscape, scientific, archaeological, paleontological, and geological value. We will enter our vehicles for the unique 3-hour internal circuit with 5 stops, observing unusual geoforms sculpted by rain and wind, such as the worm, the bowling alley, the submarine, the mushroom, and the red cliffs. In the afternoon, transfer to Villa Unión.
 
Overnight in Villa Unión: Hotel Pircas Negras (or similar).
Meals included: None.

Excursion to Laguna Brava Vicuña Reserve

A one-day circuit of incomparable scenic beauty ascending to the Andes Mountains through two very different gorges, La Quebrada de La Troya and the multicolored Quebrada del Peñón, until reaching the vast Altiplano at over 4,000 meters above sea level, where Laguna Brava is located. This lagoon is surrounded by numerous volcanic peaks and is nestled in a high Andean region that has been declared a "Vicuña Reserve" and a RAMSAR site for the protection of this species, flora, and fauna. Departure from Villa Unión at 8:30 a.m., visiting Vinchina, the Diaguita Stars, the imposing geological folds of La Quebrada de La Troya, Jagüe, the last village and historical shelters, ascending to the Andes through the multicolored Quebrada del Peñón with impressive panoramic views, until reaching the Laguna Brava Reserve at 4200 meters above sea level. Explore the surroundings, the Flamingo Bay, and other diverse attractions, with sightings of herds of vicuñas and guanacos. In the afternoon, return to the hotel in Villa Unión, arriving approximately at 6:00 p.m.

Overnight in Villa Unión: Hotel Pircas negras (or similar).
Meals included: Breakfast.

Villa Unión – Talampaya – La Rioja
We will departure from Villa Unión to Talampaya National Park. We traverse the "Talampaya Canyon" circuit in groups in park vehicles for 2.5 hours, venturing through the dry bed of the Tala River, among straight and imposing cliffs of 150 meters in height of the great canyon, with 4 stops, observing petroglyphs, palpable evidence of the passage of ancient inhabitants of the region, representative vegetation of the Monte, native fauna, and various geoforms carved by erosion over millions of years, such as the Magi King, the Gothic Cathedral, the Tower, and the Monk, among others. Afterwards, you can choose to take an additional circuit like the "Rainbow Canyon," a 3-hour journey with a picturesque 45-minute walk through a multicolored canyon. In the afternoon, transfer to La Rioja.
(Note: If flight departs in the late afternoon or at night, we can take you to the local airport after the tour).
Overnight in La Rioja: Libertador Hotel (or similar).
Included: Tours in regular service, transportation, National Park entrance.
Meals included: Breakfast.

La Rioja - Buenos Aires

At the indicated time, we will transfer you from the selected hotel to the airport of La Rioja (driver only).

Destinations

Northwest

Styles

Culture & cities
Wildlife

Effort levels

Moderate

Suitable for

Active travellers

Tiers

Standard

Durations

4-6 days

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Talampaya - Villa Unión - Laguna Brava - Valle De La Luna
From: EUR 820 Including 3★ hotels

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