Overview
From the city of Salta, we will tour the center and south of the Lerma Valley, and then enter the Quebrada de Las Conchas Natural Reserve. Here we will find geoforms carved by nature such as La Garganta del Diablo, El Amphitheater, Las Ventanas, Los Castillos, La Yesera, El Sapo, El Fraile, El Obelisco, etc.
In Cafayate you will have the opportunity to visit a winery, with tasting of the best wines in the area. After lunch, we return to Salta via the same route.
Going to Cachi, we will visit the Quebrada de Escoipe and the imposing Cuesta del Obispo. After visiting La Piedra del Molino, you will be passing through the Los Cardones National Park. The small and magical town of Cachi, located at the foot of the snow-capped mountain of the same name, is characterized by its colonial-style facades, with mansions located on the edge of narrow, cobblestone streets.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Visit to the Quebrada de las Conchas and entrance to a winery with wine tasting.
In-vehicle air conditioning
Entrance to Los Cardones National Park
All fees and/or taxes
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Cafayate
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Valle de Lerma
3 hours Admission ticket included
Visit the winegrowing center of the province, crossing Las Conchas gorge. Route: National Road 68 (Wine Route); Lerma Valley (Cerrillos, La Merced, El Carril, Coronel Moldes, La Viña (technical stop)
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Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas
2 hours Admission ticket included
The erosion in the region has formed a succession of natural wonders such as The Devil's Throat, a deep and closed canyon. The Anfitheatre (with perfect natural acoustics). The Toad, The Friar, The Obelisk, The Castles.
Little by little, the aridity of the landscape is replaced by large areas of vineyards to reach one of the most outstanding regions within the Calchaquíes Valleys: Cafayate, a town of one-story houses between colonial and baroque from the late 19th century. Quebrada de las Conchas: More than 10 stops in multicolored formations caused by wind and water erosion such as La Garganta del Diablo, El Amphitheater, La Yesera, Las Ventanas, Los Castillos, etc. -
Cafayate
45 min
In Cafayate you will have the chance to visit a winery and taste the best wines in the area. Although the region always refers to Torrontés, the place has a large number of hectares dedicated to red grapes such as Malbec, Tannat or Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Cafayate
2 hours
Visit Cafayate city and a winery. We'll have 2 free hours in the city to have lunch and explore. Town of one-story houses between colonial and baroque architecture from the late 19th century. (Lunch and drinks are NOT included in the price)
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Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas
2 hours Admission ticket included
We returned to Salta through the Quebrada de las Conchas through Route 68, making the stops we missed on the outward journey and traveling through this beautiful, unique landscape of Argentina.
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Valle de Lerma
2 hours Admission ticket included
Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in La Viña or Talapampa to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.
Day 2 Cachi
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Valle de Lerma
3 hours Admission ticket included
We leave Salta through the Lerma Valley towards the south of the province until we reach the town of El Carril to turn west and begin heading towards the Quebrada del Escoipe and the first dream landscapes.
We have technical stops along the way so passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack. -
Cuesta del Obispo
20 min Admission ticket included
Imposing Cuesta del Obispo and Valle Encantado, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.s.n.m.) you cross Los Cardones National Park.
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Parque Nacional Los Cardones
20 min Admission ticket included
Leaving the fertile Valley of Lerma behind, you ascend the Quebrada de Escoipe and then continue along the imposing Cuesta del Obispo and Valle Encantado, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.s.n.m.) you cross Los Cardones National Park.
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20 min Admission ticket included
Visit grocers and pass through the town where peppers are dried on the side of the road.
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Cachi
2 hours
We arrive at noon at the colonial town of Cachi and we will have 2 hours free to have lunch and tour this unique town in northern Argentina. Its cobbled streets with its adobe and cobblestone houses allow you to witness a place left in time, which maintains its primordial essence. In these 2 free hours, you can tour these 10 blocks by 10 blocks that the town offers and try its gastronomic variety native to the region. Then we meet again with the guide to begin the return to Salta.
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Valle de Lerma
4 hours Admission ticket included
Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in Chicoana or El Carril to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Argentina/Salta).
Additional Information
- Wine Tasting in Cafayate only for those over 18 years of age.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about From Salta: Two Full-Day Excursions through Cafayate and Cachi
Can I cancel From Salta: Two Full-Day Excursions through Cafayate and Cachi for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Visit to the Quebrada de las Conchas and entrance to a winery with wine tasting.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance to Los Cardones National Park
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Valle de Lerma, Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas, Cafayate, Cuesta del Obispo, Parque Nacional Los Cardones, Cachi.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Operated by La Quebrada Turismo
