North Argentina Route - 13 Days

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

On this 3-hour 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 the colorful neighbourhood of La Boca, originally inhabited by immigrants - mainly Italians - and now home to 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.

Alternatively you can explore Buenos Aires by bike. 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 the perfect choice for you.

City Tour: Pick-up from your accommodation, drop-off downtown
Bike Tour: Make your own way to Pasaje Giuffra 308, San Telmo.

The day is free for you to enjoy the city. 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 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 Iguazú.

Arrival in Puerto Iguazu 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.

This full day excursion will take you to visit the Argentine side of the Iguazú National Park. The area preserves 67.000 ha. of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multicolored butterflies, birds and mammals, all of them part of the rich local flora and fauna. The park was declared Natural World Heritage in 1984, due to its scenic beauty 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 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. Pick-up from and drop-off at your accommodation are included.

Your guide will take you on a half day tour to visit the wonderful Iguazu Falls on the Brazilian side, from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Argentine side. You will get close to Floriano, Deodoro and Benjamin waterfalls and the walkways lead you also to Santa Maria Falls. Pick-up from and drop-off at your accommodation are included.

Breakfast and check-out. 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.

This scenic excursion to Purmamarca travels the same route as the famous 'Train to the Clouds' zigzagging on lonely roads between the blue sky and the Puna. Along the way you will visit magnificent ruins, scattered houses, small villages and amazing landscapes.

You're picked up from your accommodation in Salta at 07:00 and will quickly reach the small town of Campo Quijano and later, the impressive Quebrada del Toro. As we enter the realms of the solitary Puna, you will soon notice all signs of vegetation gone. In Santa Rosa de Tastil, a pre-Inca city of the XIII century, you will do a short archeological hike. Later, we will reach San Antonio de los Cobres, a small miners' town rich in tradition and the 'Train to the Clouds' final destination.

Further ahead, a desert plateau will take you to the surreal landscape of the salt flats where we have time to stop and walk around to enjoy the contrasts. In the afternoon, we will return through the overwhelming Lipan mountains and arrive at the Seven Color Hill in Purmamarca, a landmark on its own. We will overnight in this village suspended in time.

Towns and relics of ancient cultures, stunning mountains and the feeling of being in timeless places are the exquisite elements of this trip through the Humahuaca Gorge. You're picked up from your accommodation in Purmamarca between 09:00 and 10:00 to head north to the province of Jujuy. The small towns of Tumbaya, Maimará and Tilcara open their ancient charm to your captivated eyes. In Tilcara we visit the Pucará (fortress) and the Archeological Museum, while in Uquía we stop to admire the local church. But it’s Humahuaca that is sure to strike you with its peaceful atmosphere, typical colonial architecture and charming people. On our way back we 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 at your accommodation in Salta between 19:00 and 20:00.

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

Breakfast and check-out.

Buenos Aires airport shuttle transfer
10 nights' accommodation with breakfast
Buenos Aires city tour OR Buenos Aires bike tour
Tango show with transfers, dinner & drinks
Overnight bus from Buenos Aires to Iguazu
Puerto Iguazu bus station pick-up & drop-off
Full day Iguazu Falls tour, Argentinean side
Half day Iguazu Falls tour, Brazilian side
Bus from Puerto Iguazu to Resistencia
Bus from Resistencia to Salta
Purmamarca excursion (Safari to the Clouds)
Full day Humahuaca excursion