North Argentina Highlights

15 days - from $1849

HIGHLIGHTS:

Itinerary:

Day 1 Buenos Aires Arrive at any time.
Day 2-4 Salta Take in the region's spectacular scenery on a lovely trip by van across the mountains following the route of the 'Train to the Clouds.' Later, explore Salta by bike, riding to historic San Bernardo Hill. On your return to the city, be sure to try empanadas - the delicious local specialty.
Day 5-6 Cafayate Cafayate is a charming small town surrounded by colourful mountains. Explore the area by bicycle, or visit the Quilmes Ruins, remnants of the ancient indigenous peoples. Make sure to taste some of the great local wines!
Day 7 Tucumán Travel by bus to Tucumán, the charming city where Argentineans proclaimed -and still celebrate- their independence. Take an optional visit to explore the Yungas, a region of fascinating scenery where mountains and rainforest come together to form a unique ecosystem.
Day 8-10 Chilecito Visit the Cactus Botanical Garden, tour the oldest gold mine in Argentina and roam where the dinosaurs once roamed at the Talampaya National Park. There are ample options to keep you happy in this little-known tourist gem. Take a night bus from Chilecito to Mendoza on Day 10.
Day 11-13 Night Bus / Mendoza The wine capital of Argentina! Take a winery tour and find out why Argentina's wines, especially the Malbec, are renowned by wine experts as some of the world's best. Optional activities include rafting, horse riding and trekking. Travel overnight to Buenos Aires on Day 13.
Day 14 Buenos Aires Buenos Aires has been called the 'Paris of South America', and it's easy to see why. Take time to explore the diverse neighbourhoods of this European-flavoured city.
Day 15 Buenos Aires

Accommodation: Hotels (12 nts), Night bus (2 nts).
Highlights: Buenos Aires, Salta, Cafayate, Tucuman, wine country.
Meals Included: No meals included.
Transport: Local buses, flight.
Trip Reference: ANA