12 hours · Salta & Jujuy · Argentina
Full-day tour from Salta through the Quebrada Río Las Conchas. Visit El Anfiteatro, taste wines in Cafayate. Nature, wine & culture—daily departures!
A full-day small-group tour to Cafayate, in the Calchaquí Valleys, southwest of Salta province. Renowned for its high-altitude vineyards and exceptional Torrontés wine, Cafayate offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and flavor.
- 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 hs
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Step 2
Lerma Valley
- The journey begins through this fertile valley, known for its lush tobacco fields and traditional farms.
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Step 3
Colonial Villages
- Pass colonial-style towns like Alemania, once the last stop of the Belgrano railway.
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Step 4
Quebrada del Río Las Conchas
- Enter the canyon, where erosion has cut the rock into shapes with names.
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Step 5
Los Médanos
- Sand dunes contrasting with the red rock surroundings.
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Step 6
El Sapo (The Toad)
- A rock formation resembling a giant toad.
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Step 7
El Obispo (The Bishop)
- Unique formation shaped like a bishop’s mitre.
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Step 8
La Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat)
- A deep red gorge, perfect for dramatic photos.
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Step 9
Los Castillos (The Castles)
- Towering rock walls that look like a stone fortress.
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Step 10
El Anfiteatro (The Amphitheater)
- Natural acoustics in this impressive open rock chamber.
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Step 11
Cafayate
- Arrive in this town, the youngest in the Calchaquí Valleys, known for its wine and especially for Torrontés. Visit both artisanal and industrial wineries, with tastings included.
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Step 12
Drop off at your Accommodation at 19 hs
- Travel back along Route 68. The shifting sunlight in the late afternoon transforms the scenery of the canyon, offering a completely different view than the morning journey.
- The tour ends with drop off at your hotel accommodation.
What's included
- ✓ English Speaking Guide
- ✓ Transportation
Not included
- — Wine
- — Meals and Beverages
- — Personal travel insurance
- — Gratuities
What to bring
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Water
- Cash
Meeting point
Cafayate, 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?
Wine, Meals and Beverages, Personal travel insurance, Gratuities.
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