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Andean Northern Route 40 15D/14N

Highlights

  • 14 Nights: Mendoza (2) - Barreal (1) - El Chiflon (2) - Chanarmuyo (1) - Cafayate (2) - Cachi (1) - Salta (2) - Purmamarca (2)
  • Mendoza wine regions (Maipú & Luján de Cuyo)
  • Aconcagua Peak view via High Mountain Route
  • El Leoncito Provincial Park (stargazing)
  • Ischigualasto (Moon Valley) & Talampaya National Parks
  • Ruins of Shincal and Los Quilmes
  • Cafayate vineyards & Quebrada de Cafayate
  • Quebrada de las Flechas (Route 40)
  • Los Cardones National Park & Cuesta del Obispo
  • Quebrada de Humahuaca (UNESCO) & Purmamarca
  • Salinas Grandes salt flats
  • El Hornocal (Fourteen-Colored Mountain)
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    Day 1 – ARRIVAL MENDOZA – Upon arrival at the Mendoza airport, pick up your rental car. If time permits, take a short drive to explore the renowned vineyards in the Maipú or Luján de Cuyo regions.

    Day 2 – MENDOZA – Free day to visit the different wine regions, take the scenic High Mountain Route to admire Aconcagua Peak, or enjoy adventure activities such as rafting, ziplining, or horseback riding. (B)

    Day 3 – MENDOZA – Another full day at leisure to explore Mendoza’s surroundings, visit vineyards, or continue your mountain adventures. (B)

    Day 4 – MENDOZA / BARREAL – Depart for the province of San Juan to reach the beautiful valley of Barreal. At night, we recommend stargazing in El Leoncito Provincial Park. (B)

    Day 5 – BARREAL / EL CHIFLÓN – Depart for Ischigualasto Provincial Park to explore the Moon Valley. After an exciting day, continue on to El Chiflón for a restful evening. (B)

    Day 6 – EL CHIFLÓN – In the morning, visit Talampaya National Park to admire its unique formations. In the afternoon, we recommend a walk through El Chiflón Provincial Park. (B)

    Day 7 – EL CHIFLÓN / CHAÑARMUYO – Head north across the scenic Cuesta de Miranda to reach Chilecito, home to the world’s highest cable car. After exploring the town, continue on to Chañarmuyo. (B)

    Day 8 – CHAÑARMUYO / CAFAYATE – Start early to visit the ruins of Shincal in Catamarca, then continue to the Los Quilmes ruins in Tucumán. End the day in Cafayate. (B)

    Day 9 – CAFAYATE – Enjoy the day at your leisure visiting the region’s vineyards and the scenic Quebrada de Cafayate. (B)

    Day 10 – CAFAYATE / CACHI – Travel along Route 40, passing through the extraordinary landscape of the Quebrada de las Flechas, on your way to Cachi. (B)

    Day 11 – CACHI / SALTA – Drive along Route 33 through Los Cardones National Park, the Quebrada del Escoipe, and the Cuesta del Obispo, arriving in Salta. (B)

    Day 12 – SALTA – Free day to explore the city of Salta and its surroundings at your own pace. (B)

    Day 13 – SALTA / PURMAMARCA – Depart for Purmamarca, in the heart of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Explore the village, walk the Los Colorados trail, or drive to the Salinas Grandes via Cuesta de Lipán. (B)

    Day 14 – PURMAMARCA – Spend the day exploring the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A detour to El Hornocal is highly recommended. (B)

    Day 15 – PURMAMARCA / SALTA – Drive back to Salta and drop off your rental car at the airport. (B)

Dates & Rates USD

Starting From 3* DOUBLE4* DOUBLE
Per Person $2670 $3510

Included

  • Accommodations 14 Nights in 3* or 4* Hotels
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Car Rental - 14 Days - CAT C Etios 5P X 1.5 LTS 6M/T or similar - Basic Insurance CDW and One Way Drop Off Fee

Not Included

  • Flights, Tips & Gratuities, City Tax (if applicable paid locally)
  • Items & expenses of a personal nature, and any items not mentioned in “ Included”

Price per person in US $ Dollars.  Minimum 2 passengers.
Rates & hotel availability subject to change. Hotel if not available similar hotel will be given.
High season surcharges may apply.
NOT valid: New Year, Carnival, Champion Parade, Easter, congress, holidays or other events in cities.

 

 


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