Salta - The Andean Northwest of Argentina
Colonial Tradition, Inca Relics and Art, Stunning Natural Beauty
High Andean peaks, wind-sculpted red-walled canyons, rushing rivers, and fertile green valleys span across this vast landscape. The three main ecological and geological regions are: First, the quebradas, the high arid foothills with eye-popping painted desert hillsides, deep southern-Utah/northern Arizona red rock canyons, desert swatches of cacti and sage, and green irrigated valleys that are among the most fertile in South America. Second, the yungas, in contrast, are subtropical mountainous jungles with thick vegetation and mist-shrouded hills. This Tropical Andes region is the richest and most diverse region on earth, with a sixth of all plant life in existence in less than one percent of the world's land area. Third, the puna, the cold barren high altitude plateaus near the borders of Bolivia and Chile.
Our personalized programs are led by renowned guide, Martin Pekarek.
Raised in rural northwest Argentina, Martin was educated in Europe, and has a Masters Degree in Arts and Anthropology. But don't let that worry you...Martin is tons of fun, and his astounding local knowledge will be put to use in creating your ideal trip.
Activities
*Salta city and countryside tours
*Cafayate Wine Tour Adventures
*Bodega Colome: Private visit and stay at Argentina's oldest working winery, and the highest vineyard in the world.
*Famous Train to the Clouds, Tilcara ruins, Tropical Forest Adventure
*Visit Cabra Corral Reservoir to enjoy a Condor and Falcon viewing adventure, plus explore the cave paintings of the Diaguita Indians.
*Water sports and whitewater rafting at Cabra Corral and on the Rio Juramento.
*Gaucho horseback riding adventures into the Andes (1 to 3 day trips).
*Hike into the Andes, discuss the geological history, visit ancient Indian ruins.
*Fishing for golden dorado and other exotic species on the Rio Juramento.
Accommodations
Salta - Solar de la Plaza
Chicoana - Hosteria Chicoana
Cabra Corral Reservoir - Hotel del Dique
Finca Colome - Bodega Colome
Cafayate - Michel Torino Bodega La Rosa
Other winery, hotel, and hosteria accommodations are available depending on the itinerary you choose.
Custom Itineraries
All itineraries will be customized to meet your time and budget requirements. You can pick the accommodations and activities you want, mix in time off on your own, create a week long stay in Salta, or just visit a day or two.
Travel Season
Year-round.
2006 Season Rates
$125 to $400 per person per day double depending on the trip we design for you. All excursions include a multilingual host who will take care of every aspect of your trip. Let us know your budget requirements and we will plan an itinerary to suit your needs.
Standard Packages Include:
Multilingual host, airport transfers, hotel/country inn accommodations, breakfast, ground transportation for tours, winery tours, tastings, and other selected adventure activities.
Deluxe Packages include:
We take care of everything once you arrive in Salta -- full-time multilingual host, all transfers and private car transportation throughout your trip, deluxe hotels and lodge accommodations, all meals with wine, private winery tours, private wine tastings, horseback riding and other included activities.
Not Included
Air transportation to/from Salta, gratuities to the appropriate hosts and staff, shopping, spa treatments, items of a personal nature. Complete detailed itineraries will be provided to each group.
Colonial Tradition, Inca Relics and Art, Stunning Natural Beauty
High Andean peaks, wind-sculpted red-walled canyons, rushing rivers, and fertile green valleys span across this vast landscape. The three main ecological and geological regions are: First, the quebradas, the high arid foothills with eye-popping painted desert hillsides, deep southern-Utah/northern Arizona red rock canyons, desert swatches of cacti and sage, and green irrigated valleys that are among the most fertile in South America. Second, the yungas, in contrast, are subtropical mountainous jungles with thick vegetation and mist-shrouded hills. This Tropical Andes region is the richest and most diverse region on earth, with a sixth of all plant life in existence in less than one percent of the world's land area. Third, the puna, the cold barren high altitude plateaus near the borders of Bolivia and Chile.
Our personalized programs are led by renowned guide, Martin Pekarek.
Raised in rural northwest Argentina, Martin was educated in Europe, and has a Masters Degree in Arts and Anthropology. But don't let that worry you...Martin is tons of fun, and his astounding local knowledge will be put to use in creating your ideal trip.
Activities
*Salta city and countryside tours
*Cafayate Wine Tour Adventures*Bodega Colome: Private visit and stay at Argentina's oldest working winery, and the highest vineyard in the world.
*Famous Train to the Clouds, Tilcara ruins, Tropical Forest Adventure
*Visit Cabra Corral Reservoir to enjoy a Condor and Falcon viewing adventure, plus explore the cave paintings of the Diaguita Indians.
*Water sports and whitewater rafting at Cabra Corral and on the Rio Juramento.
*Gaucho horseback riding adventures into the Andes (1 to 3 day trips).
*Hike into the Andes, discuss the geological history, visit ancient Indian ruins.
*Fishing for golden dorado and other exotic species on the Rio Juramento.
Accommodations
Salta - Solar de la Plaza
Chicoana - Hosteria Chicoana
Cabra Corral Reservoir - Hotel del Dique
Finca Colome - Bodega Colome
Cafayate - Michel Torino Bodega La Rosa
Other winery, hotel, and hosteria accommodations are available depending on the itinerary you choose.
Custom ItinerariesAll itineraries will be customized to meet your time and budget requirements. You can pick the accommodations and activities you want, mix in time off on your own, create a week long stay in Salta, or just visit a day or two.
Travel Season
Year-round.
2006 Season Rates
$125 to $400 per person per day double depending on the trip we design for you. All excursions include a multilingual host who will take care of every aspect of your trip. Let us know your budget requirements and we will plan an itinerary to suit your needs.
Standard Packages Include:
Multilingual host, airport transfers, hotel/country inn accommodations, breakfast, ground transportation for tours, winery tours, tastings, and other selected adventure activities.
Deluxe Packages include: We take care of everything once you arrive in Salta -- full-time multilingual host, all transfers and private car transportation throughout your trip, deluxe hotels and lodge accommodations, all meals with wine, private winery tours, private wine tastings, horseback riding and other included activities.
Not Included
Air transportation to/from Salta, gratuities to the appropriate hosts and staff, shopping, spa treatments, items of a personal nature. Complete detailed itineraries will be provided to each group.
