North Argentina Adventure - 17 Days

Arrival in Buenos Aires. Private transfer from the airport and check-in at your accommodation.

Breakfast. At 09:00, Buenos Aires City Tour. You will discover the beauty and wonders of Buenos Aires city, viewing the National Congress, The Metropolitan Cathedral next to the Government House in May Square area among other important buildings. You will catch a glimpse of the Colon Theater, one of the most important opera houses in Latin America and San Telmo, traditional neighborhood where Tango performances can be seen in many bars and restaurants. There is an important stop at La Boca colorful neighborhood, which was seat of immigrants - mainly Italians - and now home of some artists.

Enjoy Palermo, an area that combines its architecture and history with entertainment and amusement in its green spaces. Finally, La Recoleta, an exclusive and elegant neighborhood where the famous cemetery is found.

Alternative at no extra cost: Buenos Aires Bike Tour. If you want a more active tour to discover the corners of Buenos Aires with a small group and pedal your way along the city streets, the bike tour is your choice.

Important: Make your choice (either Buenos Aires City Tour OR Buenos Aires Bike Tour) when booking because if you wait until last minute you might not have the spaces for a change.

Breakfast and check-out at 11:00. Spend the day exploring the city on your own, and in the evening make your own way to Retiro bus station to catch the night bus to Puerto Iguacu.

Arrival in Puerto Iguacu around noon and transfer from the bus station to your accommodation. The rest of the day is free for you to explore your new surroundings.

Breakfast at 07:45. Excursion to the Falls, Argentine side (Full Day):
Pick up at accommodation. This tour will take you to visit part of the Iguacu National Park*, that preserves 67.000 ha. of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multicolored butterflies, birds and mammals, all part of the rich local flora and fauna. The park was declared Natural World Heritage in 1984, due to its scenic beauties and the great biological diversity of the subtropical jungle. The famous falls are in the heart of this park. You will start the visit at the local museum and continue the tour along the Lower Trail, from where you can see the Two Sisters Falls, Bossetti Falls, Hidden Falls, a panoramic view of San Martin Island, and Union Falls. Later, you will walk the Upper Trail shifting along walkways located above major falls, up to the majestic San Martin Falls, from where you have a panoramic view of the Brazilian falls. Finally, you go with the Train of the Jungle up to Devil's Throat station. From there, after a 1,000 meters walk along the catwalks, you will reach the spectacular Devil's Throat, where the Iguazu River expresses itself with all its strength and the falling water gives the illusion of magic rainbows. You will be transferred back to accommodation.

*Entrance fee to national park not included and to be paid in the park.

Breakfast at 07:45. Excursion to the Falls Brazilian Side, half day:
The guide will take you to visit the wonderful Iguacu Falls*, on the Brazilian side, from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Argentine side, perfect for taking the perfect picture you could not take when you were in the other side. You will get close to Floriano, Deodoro, and Benjamin waterfalls, and the walkways lead you also to Santa Maria Falls. It is a short but stunning tour. After the tour, if you are hungry, the guides will offer a stop in a Brazilian all-you-can-eat restaurant. It will depend on your budget, but it is quite a good value for money and it is your chance to try Brazilian dishes! You will be picked up and dropped off from your accommodation.

*Entrance fee to national park not included and to be paid in the park.

Breakfast and check. Bus station drop off. Departure to Resistencia, arrival and change of buses to take the service to Salta. Night bus.

Arrival in Salta in the morning. Make your own way from the bus station to your accommodation. Check in and free day.

Breakfast. Pick up from hotel or hostel. Salt Flats/Purmamarca Excursion: Your full-day adventure begins from your Salta accommodation. Admire the scenery as you drive north, winding along the Rio Grande, and climbing through the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Get a glimpse of local life as you pass through the sleepy villages of Yala, Volcan, and Tumbaya, and enjoy plenty of stops to take in the views and snap photos. Arrive in the lively village of Purmamarca, famous for its daily handicrafts market and its spectacular backdrop, in the shadows of the Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colors). Stand in awe before the multi-hued peaks, then journey on through the Humahuaca gorge, driving along the dramatic mountain passes of Cuesta del Lipan, Cuesta del Saladillo, and Abra del Potrerillo. Jump out to take photos as you climb to a height of 13,615 feet (4,150 meters), marvel at the mountain vistas, and look out for llamas and vicuñas grazing on the hillsides. After an unforgettable drive, arrive at the day’s star attraction - the Salinas Grandes, an awe-inspiring expanse of gleaming white salt flats. You’ll have free time to explore the salt flats, leaving plenty of time to experience the unique landscapes and pose for the ubiquitous forced perspective photos. Head back to Purmamarca and time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Browse the market stalls for handcrafted souvenirs, before the return journey to your accommodation.

*Note: Please leave your main luggage in the luggage storage of your accommodation in Salta. You'll spend the night in Purmamarca and you should only take one backpack with you because of the van space and you will also feel more comfortable. Please travel light in order to take these two tours. You will return to the same accommodation the day after and you will have all your luggage to continue your trip.

Breakfast. Pick up from hotel or hostel. Humahuaca Full Day Excursion:
Towns and relics of ancient cultures, superb mountains and the feeling of being in timeless places are the exquisite elements of this trip through the Humahuaca Gorge.

You will leave Purmamarca between 09:00-10:00 and head north to the province of Jujuy. The small towns of Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimará and Tilcara open their ancient charm to your captivated eyes. In Tilcara, you visit the Pucará (fortress) and the Archeological Museum, while in Uquía you stop to admire the local church. But it’s in Humahuaca where you enjoy in the extremely peaceful atmosphere, the typical colonial architecture and the charming people. In your way back you will also visit San Salvador de Jujuy to get to know its monuments and intriguing legends. Let the history behind the walls and stones of these places take you on a ride to the Argentinean past! Arrival to Salta at 19:00-20:00, drop off at your accommodation.

Breakfast. A free day to enjoy optional tours or just to relax in the beautiful city of Salta.

Breakfast and check-out. Spend the day in Salta as you like, and in the evening make your own way to the bus station to catch the night bus to Mendoza.

Upon arrival in Mendoza, make your own way to your accommodation. At 14:30, Half Day Winery Tour: This tour runs among vineyards in the areas of Lujan de Cuyo and Maipu. You will experience the work culture brought by immigrants, using irrigation techniques (canals and ditches) inherited from the former Huarpes Indians. They managed to change a vast desert into a productive river oasis. This is the scene of the settlement of prestigious wineries, which represent Argentine wines in the world with high quality wines.

You will visit two wineries, one with traditional organic methods and the other that uses the latest available technology. Guided by professionals in winemaking, you will learn about the vinification methods and processes, bottling and labeling of wines, in the end of the tour you will taste the different grapes that the wineries offer. Departure: 14:30 Sundays 08:30. You will be picked up and dropped off from your accommodation.

At 07:00, pick up from hostel or hotel. Aconcagua Valley Day Trip (Alta Montaña): The tour offers a variety of colors and landscapes. Early in the morning along the river Mendoza, get a view of the majestic mountain range called Cordon del Plata and the Potrerillos dam, colossal work for hydraulic power generation and water distribution for irrigation.

Your next visit will be Uspallata, pre-Hispanic settlement of Huarpes indians and the southern last point of the Inca Empire. Here you will see the Vaults of Uspallata, historic “adobe” (mud) buildings that were used by the chaplain Fray Luis Beltran for casting cannons and guns during the wars of independence. Afterwards you will visit the villages of Picheuta, Polvareda, Punta de Vacas and Los Penitentes ski resort. Free time for the use of chair lift to enjoy beautiful panoramic views.
Later, you will find Puente de Inca along your route, a huge natural bridge with hot springs. Continuing the road and 2750 meters above sea level you will reach the viewpoint of Cerro Aconcagua, the colossus of America (6959 meters high), from where you are going to the Laguna Horcones and the Aconcagua Provincial Park. Following the international route to reach your last destination, Las Cuevas, an European-style village located 3200 meters above sea level. Back to hotel or hostel between 19:00-20:00.

Breakfast and check-out. Make the best out of your last day in Mendoza before finding your own way to the bus station in the evening to catch the night bus back to Buenos Aires.

The bus arrives in Buenos Aires in the morning and the day is free for you to enjoy the city (check-in at your accommodation is available from 14:00). In the evening at 20:00 you're picked up from your accommodation for a tango show including dinner. In the very heart of Puerto Madero, the newest neighbourhood of Buenos Aires, this show represents the best of the Porteño culture. A tango show is a trip to older and passionate times. Professional artists will show you their best art, singing songs and dancing typical pieces. The show consists of several parts in which you can appreciate a live tango orchestra, dancers and singers. Includes return transfers, a welcome drink, dinner (starter, main course and dessert), wine or soft drinks and of course, a beautiful tango show.

Breakfast, check-out and transfer to the airport.

Buenos Aires airport shuttle transfer on arrival & departure
12 nights' accommodation with breakfast
Buenos Aires city tour OR Buenos Aires bike tour
Overnight bus from Buenos Aires to Iguazu
Puerto Iguacu bus station pick-up & drop-off
Full day Iguacu Falls tour, Argentinean side with return transfers
Half day Iguacu Falls tour, Brazilian side with return transfers
Overnight bus from Puerto Iguacu to Tucuman
Bus from Tucuman to Salta
Purmamarca excursion (Safari to the Clouds)
Full day Humahuaca excursion
Overnight bus from Salta to Mendoza
Half day winery tour
Full day Aconcagua Valley excursion
Overnight bus from Mendoza to Buenos Aires
Tango show with transfers, dinner & drinks