12 hours · Salta & Jujuy · Argentina
Explore Cachi on a full-day small group tour from Salta. Mountain views, colonial charm, and cactus-filled valleys. Daily departures!
Discover the charm of Cachi on a small group full-day tour through the heart of Salta’s Calchaquí Valleys. Located in northwest Argentina, Cachi is a colonial town of white adobe houses and cobbled streets, under the snow-capped Andes. Declared a National Historic Site in 1975, it has kept both its architecture and its pace.
- Length
- 12 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Spanish / English
- Departs
- every day
Itinerary
How the day runs
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Step 1
The tour starts by picking up from your hotel accommodation at 7:30
- Lerma Valley: The journey begins through this fertile valley, known for its lush tobacco fields and traditional farms.
- See the towns on the route: Los Cerrillos, La Merced, El Carril and Chicoana.
- Quebrada de Los Laureles & Escoipe: Enjoy scenic drives through winding gorges with changing vegetation and impressive rock formations.
- Valle Encantado: Discover otherworldly landscapes and striking natural beauty along this magical valley.
- Los Cardones National Park: Drive through a cactus-filled desert ecosystem with vast open plains and wildlife.
- Cachi: the colonial town, its Archaeological Museum, its cemetery and its 18th-century church.
- 19:00 – Drop off at your accommodation
What's included
- ✓ English Speaking Guide
- ✓ Transportation
Not included
- — Meals and Beverages
- — Personal travel insurance
- — Gratuities
What to bring
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Water
- Cash
Know before you go
- The Piedra del Molino sits at around 3,348 meters (10,984 feet) above sea level. While most visitors feel fine, some may notice mild effects from the altitude. We recommend staying well hydrated, eating light, and taking it easy during the tour. If you have any health concerns, it’s a good idea to check with your doctor before traveling.
Meeting point
Cachi, Salta
Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$52 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.
How long does it take?
12 hours.
What's included?
English Speaking Guide, Transportation.
What's not included?
Meals and Beverages, Personal travel insurance, Gratuities.
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