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Salta & Jujuy: Calchaquí Valleys, Cafayate, Cachi and the city of Salta

Salta & Jujuy: Calchaquí Valleys, Cafayate, Cachi and the city of Salta

One of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Argentina: high-altitude vineyards, reddish canyons, colonial cities frozen in time, contemporary art amidst the mountains, Andean cuisine and picturesque routes that lead through surreal landscapes.

Bodega Sentio Camps
Kayaking Valle del Condor
Bodega Colome
Bodega Colome
Nevado de Cachi
Cafayate
Quebrada de las Flechas
  1. Cafayate: the high-altitude wine capital, famous for its Torrontés and small vineyards nestled in the mountains.
  2. Quebrada de las Conchas: a panoramic road with iconic rock formations such as the Amphitheater, the Devil’s Throat, and the Tres Cruces viewpoint.
  3. Colomé & James Turrell Museum: a unique experience; Turrell’s light art blends seamlessly with the Calchaquí landscape and exceptional wines.
  4. Quebrada de las Flechas (between Angastaco and Molinos): one of the country’s most impressive geological formations, with skyward-reaching rock spires.
  5. Cachi: a tranquil, white colonial village with cobblestone streets, giant cacti, and snow-capped peaks.
  6. Cachi Adentro: an enchanting rural area with farms, dirt roads, irrigation ditches, and traditional farming life.
  7. Los Cardones National Park: endless plains covered in cacti, vast skies, and perfect horizons.
  8. Bishop’s Pass: a winding road through clouds and mountains, one of the most beautiful sections of Route 40.
  9. City of Salta: colonial architecture, folk music venues, gastronomy, and the must-see Museum of High Altitude Archaeology (MAAM).
  1. Small wineries in Cafayate: Handcrafted high-altitude wines, exclusive tastings, and boutique production.
  2. Molinos & Hacienda de Molinos: A historic village brimming with tranquility and immaculate colonial architecture.
  3. Rural trails in Cachi Adentro: Ideal for hiking, horseback riding, and photography.
  4. Hidden viewpoints in the Quebrada de las Conchas at sunrise or sunset.
  5. Small villages like Seclantás, Angastaco, and San Carlos, where time seems to stand still.
  1. Premium wine tasting at Cafayate wineries: High-altitude wines, regional cuisine, food pairings, and guided tours.
  2. Colomé + James Turrell Museum: Immersive art that transforms the perception of light and space amidst the wilderness.
  3. Hike through the Quebrada de las Flechas (Arrow Gorge): Hike among steep rock formations – a landscape unlike any other in the world.
  4. The entire Salta – Cachi – Cafayate route along Ruta 40: one of the most spectacular journeys in the country.
  5. Visit to weaving workshops in Seclantás: birthplace of the famous Salta ponchos.
  6. Private city tour of Salta: Old Town, colonial churches, San Bernardo Hill, markets, and venues with traditional folk music.
  7. MAAM Museum: the famous Llullaillaco mummies; one of the most impressive archaeological museums in South America.

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