Cachi Full-Day Tour
Language: English, Spanish
Duration: Up to 11 hours
Tour Highlights
- With the help of a skilled guide, explore Argentina's northwest.
- Visit the Quebrada de Escoipe and marvel at its unique scenery.
- Visit the settlement of Cachi in the Calchaqu Valley's northern reaches.
- Learn about Calchaqu culture, traditions, and customs.
Tour Overview
The tour begins with a visit to the communities in the Valley of Lerma, including Cerrillos, La Merced, El Carril, and Chicoana. After 40 kilometers, you will reach the Quebrada de Escoipe, where you will be able to admire unique pre-Andean orogeny landscapes in terms of color and geological formations.
The rise to Piedra del Molino (3348 m) begins in only 22 kilometers, passing through Los Torreones and El Maray (1800 m). The environment changes as you travel through the Cuesta del Obispo, and you'll pass through the Cardones National Park, Argentina's sole high-altitude park. The schedule includes photo stops in Mal Cante, Cuesta del Obispo, Valle Encantado, Piedra del Molino, and Recta Tin Tin, among others.
The journey continues through the desert.
You arrived in Cachi, which is located in the northern part of the Calchaqu Valley, around lunchtime. It has a strong colonial influence, which can be seen in the architecture. You may learn about Calchaqu culture, customs, and traditions here. Visit the museum of archaeology (admission not included) and take a break for lunch (not included). After exploring Chicoana, you will return to Salta in the afternoon.
Included
-Pick-up and drop-off from hotels centrally located in Salta
- Guided sightseeing tour (English and Spanish)
Not Included
-Admission to the museum (2 USD per person)
- Food and drinks
Meeting Point
Please wait in the lobby of your hotel at least 15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
What to Remember
-Please contact the local operator to provide full name, passport number, nationality, and date of birth of each participant. You will find their contact information on the voucher after booking.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
When
Daily at 8.00 AM
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
