Day 1: Puerto Iguazu

Arrival in Iguazu. Transfer from Puerto Iguazu Airport or Bus Station OR from Foz do Iguazu Airport or Bus Station  to accommodation and check in. Free Day to relax by the pool or to walk about the village

Day 2: Puerto Iguazu, Iguazu National Park (Argentina)

Breakfast. At about 7.45 hs, to be reconfirmed by local guides.  Excursion to the Falls, Argentine side (Full Day):

Pick up at accommodation. This Tour will take you to visit part of the Iguazú 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", the "Bossetti Fall", the "Hidden Fall", a panoramic view of "San Martin island" and the "Union Fall".

Later you will walk the Upper Trail shifting along walkways located above major falls up to the majestic "San Martin Fall” 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

Day 3: Puerto Iguazu, Foz do Iguacu

Breakfast. At about 7.45 hs, to be reconfirmed by local guides.  Excursion to the Falls Brazilian Side, half day:

Pick up from accommodation. The guide will take you to visit the wonderful Iguazu 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 transferde back to accommodation.

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

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Day 4: Overnight Travel

Check out and transfer to Puerto Iguazu Bus Station to take the early morning bus to Resistencia that will allow you to connect to Salta City with the 21.30 bus

Day 5: Salta

Morning arrival to Salta.. Make your own way to your accommodation, check in and free day to explore the streets and colonial buildings of Salta.

Day 6: Purmamarca, San Antonio de Los Cobres, Northwest Argentina

Breakfast. At about 7.00 am, to be reconfirmed locally:  Salt Flats + Purmamarca Day Tour:

Your full-day adventure begins from your Salta hotel. 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.

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Day 7: Salta, Quebrada de Humahuaca, Tilcara

Breakfast. Humahuaca Full Day Tour:  

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 at about 9  am  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 Purmamarca, you will stop to see the famous Seven-color hill, 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 7 – 8 pm. Drop off at accommodation and check in for your last night in Salta

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Day 8: Salta

Breakfast. Free day to enjoy optional tours or just relax in beautiful Salta city

Day 9: Overnight Travel

Breakfast.  Check Out. In the afternoon, make your own way to the Bus Station: Night bus to Mendoza.

Day 10: Mendoza, Mendoza Wine Region

Arrival in Mendoza, go on your own to your accommodation and check in. At 2 to 2.30 pm, Half Day Winery Tour.

Half Day Wineries Tour in Mendoza

This kind of tour is designed for people interested in knowing  the whole process of wine production. This tour covers the closest producing departments of wines in Mendoza:  Maipú, including a visit to 2 wineries and an interesting visit to a factory of olive oil or a chocolate factory and artisan liquors. In each of the wineries there will be a wine tasting and a little talk of how to taste a good wine.

15 km away from the city of Mendoza, Maipu county is an area of ​​717 km2, cultivated mainly with high quality grapes, olives, fruits and vegetables. In the wine aspect it is located in the so-called "First Zone" of Argentina for its spectacular agroclimatic characteristics.

In Maipu, there are a variety of companies based mostly in an industrial zone with all amenities and a strategic location for its proximity to the bi-oceanic corridor linking ports in Chile and the Atlantic, through the National Routes 7 and 40, railways and international airport.

In all its districts, Maipú offers interesting places to visit: wineries, vineyards, campgrounds, museums, agro-tourism activities, with food service, and urban and rural lodgings. 

Duration: Half Day

Departure Time: At 2 pm we pick up customers in the first hostel or hotel.

Arrival time: From 7 pm on

Departure days: Everyday excluding Sundays

Season: All year.

Recommendations: Bring water

  

Included

  • Bilingual guide,
  • Transfer from your accommodation and back. 
  • Cellar visits and wine tastings.

Excluded

  • Meals

Day 11: Mendoza, Potrerillos, Uspallata

Aconcagua Valley Day Trip

This high mountain itinerary is a wonderful tour through all the most important and typical landscapes of Mendoza, like Potrerillos and its dam, Uspallata Valley, Penitentes Hill, the incredible human-shaped rocks and it’s ski centre, The astonishing Puente del Inca (Inca’s Bridge) with it’s history and it’s thermal waters. One of the highlights is The Aconcagua Provincial Park, where the highest mountain in the American Continent is located. There we take a walk to Horcones Lagoon to enjoy the astonishing view.

We also reach Las Cuevas and Cristo Redentor, a historical monument, landmark between Argentina and Chile (we visit it only in summer due to difficult weather conditions). There are programmed stops during the tour, one of them is at lunchtime.

Departure time: 7:15 to 7.40 (there can be variations depending on location of accommodation and quantity of passengers in the bus)

Departure Point: any hotel or hostel in Mendoza Downtown. Note: there are hotels and hostels away from the city center so before booking pls check if the bus reaches the hotel.

Arrival Point: any hotel or hostel in Mendoza Downtown

Duration: 11 to 12 hours

Frequency: Daily departures. Blackout 25 dec and 1 jan. Guaranteed departures with no minimum of customers

Transport: Mini-Bus (24 pax) or Bus (40 pax)

Activities and Services

Aconcagua Valley Day Trip also called Alta Montaña

Included

  • Bilingual Guide (English – Spanish)
  • Transportation

Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee to Laguna de Horcones. 

Day 12: End of Itinerary

Breakfast. Check out. Transfer to Mendoza International Airport . End of services.

 

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