Salta con Humahuaca, Purmamarca y Cafayate 07 noches from US$860

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US$860

Based on 2 adults

Created: Monday, March 3, 2025 - Departure: Friday, May 2, 2025

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"Salta is a city located in the Lerma Valley in the North West part of Argentina and it is also the name for the capital city of the Salta Province. It’s a metropolitan area, it has a population of 619,000 inhabitants, which makes it the second most populated city in the northwest of the country. Salta has a subtropical highland climate and it is famous in Argentina for having very pleasant weather. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Cabildo, the old town hall, of 1783, on the Plaza 9 de Julio. Now houses the Museo Histórico del Norte • MAAM museum. The Museo de Arqueología de Alta Montaña exhibits the discovery of the three incas 'Llullaillaco Children' found frozen at the peak of Mount Llullaillaco. They are some of the best preserved mummies in the world (Tu-Su and holidays 11AM-7:30PM). • Iglesia San Francisco, on the corner of Caseros and Córdoba, of 1796, beautiful church with remarkable tower. • Cerro San Bernardo, 1458 m hill just east of the city centre. From Parque San Martin, a cable car. Goes to the summit, 430 metres up the hill overlooking the city, offering spectacular views of the city and its surroundings. Taking 1070 steps up the hill (leaving from the statue of Güemes a little bit north of the cable car station) is another option (about 30 mins). A vast water feature has been built with many interesting features. A meal or a beer is available at the top at reasonable rates. A good way to fill in a couple of hours when it is clear. • Museo Antropológico. Offers a very interesting insight into various indigenous cultures, which have flourished throughout the centuries in this part of Argentina. Avenida Ejército del Norte. • Pajcha. A fantastic museum in Salta and definitely worth a look. It is called ""Pajcha"" and is a collection of traditional art, textiles, icons and jewlery from all over South and Central America. It is facinating. The enthusiasm is palpable and fantastic learning from a knowledgeable source. • Tren a las Nubes, Train to the clouds. As the name tells, it is a day trip by train up in the mountains to La Povorilla at 4220 meters over the sea level. Currently the service has been taken over by the argentine government. It runs from April to November, one time a week (Saturday) with extra services during the high season (Easter & winter holiday). The experience is fantastic as the scenery is rugged and variable with a feast for the eyes at every turn. • Museo El Tribuno Guillermo Pajerrito Velarde, Pueyrredon Wonderfull small house-museum that is a tribute to Velarde (1895-1965), who was a lawyer and banker, but more important a bohemian patron of arts, especially tango, when it was still not accepted by society in Salta. Mo-fr 10am-2pm,3pm-6pm, sa 10am-2pm. "

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02 May

Departure transport

Departure

Aerolineas Argentinas

7:45 AM - Montevideo, Carrasco Intl (MVD)

1:10 PM - Salta, Salta (SLA)

0 PC 1 Stop

Aerolineas Argentinas - AR 1383

7:45 AM - Montevideo, Carrasco Intl (MVD)

8:40 AM - Buenos Aires, Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)

Transport: AR1383

Cabin Class: Economy

2h 15m - Connection in Buenos Aires, Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)

Aerolineas Argentinas - AR 1930

10:55 AM - Buenos Aires, Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)

1:10 PM - Salta, Salta (SLA)

Transport: AR1930

Cabin Class: Economy

02 May

Transfer

Transfer from Salta (SLA) to GENERAL GUEMES HOTEL

Pick-up time: Pending to be confirmed Private - Standard (Turismo de 3 plazas) Sedan

Private

Standard (Turismo de 3 plazas) Sedan

02 May

Accommodation

7 Nights

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General Guemes Hotel 8.8 Very good

SALTA - At 2.7 km from the centreBED AND BREAKFASTESPAÑA 446, SALTA A4400ANB Habitación doble Superior (cama doble) (cama queen size)

Welcome to General Guemes Hotel, a property located in downtown Salta, making it a great choice for exploring the attractions in the city. It allows guests easy access to the basilica and Plaza 9 de Julio, which are just minutes away. Offering affordable rates, this hotel features convenient facilities that will help you to get the most from your time in the city. On the premises you'll find an event room for private functions and a business center.

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