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Salta

The beautifully preserved colonial city of Salta is a perfect base from which to see the varied landscapes of the area or to take the magical 'Train to the Clouds', which climbs in switchbacks and spirals to the Chilean frontier high in the Andes. North of Salta, the high, windswept altiplano is punctuated by stark volcanic peaks and saline lakes. A bird watcher's paradise, the waters of the altiplano are often tinged pink by huge flocks of flamingos whilst condors, ibises and many other species of birds also make the arid expanses their home. The south-west of the region basks in a gentle climate ideal for wine production and is easily visited from the many estancias near Salta.

ACCESS ROUTES
Salta is located 800 mi/1,290 km northwest of Buenos Aires and there are frequent flights and daily buses to the capital and most of the nation's main cities. Bus connections with Chile and Bolivia are also possible.
ACCOMMODATION
Salta offers all sorts of accommodation, although there are no real 5-star hotels. Options vary from simple hostels, to good 3- and 4-stars, and to beautiful hosterias and estancias in the city's surrounding area.
WHEN TO GO
Salta can be visited year round.

Excursions

City Tour:

Salta City Tour

This excursion includes a tour to all of the main natural and cultural attractions of the city. You will also visit the Cathedral, the San Francisco Church, and San Bernardo Hill with a magnificent view of the city.

Included: transport, bilingual guide, all entrance fees.
Time: 3 hours.
Type: this excursion can be booked as a private and pool excursion.

Tren de las Nubes:

The famous Tren de las Nubes (train of the clouds) leaves from Salta (situated at 1.183 above sea level) to the la Polvorilla viaduct -in the heart of the Andes Mountains- and ascends up to 4.200 meters. It travels 217 kilometers utilizing the branched C-14 of the General Belgrano railroad. The route is characterized by its 19 tunnels, 29 bridges, 9 coverts and 13 viaducts. The train has a capacity for 520 passengers. It crosses the heart of the puna salteña passing through small Andean towns, oasis's, gorges and ravines.

Tren de las Nubes

Included: transport.
Time: Full Day.
Type: this excursion can only be booked as a pool tour.
When: runs on Saturdays from March to November.

Cachi and Cafayate Driving Tour 4D/3N:

South from Salta is the Quebrada de Cafayate, offering beautiful landscapes and colored rock formations. Around Cafayate itself, there are many vineyards. The Cachi valley is an excellent option to travel by oneself as well. You will stay in traditional estancias - land of the gauchos and be hosted by the warm and hospitable Argentine spirit.

Cachi and Cafayate Driving Tour

Included: Vehicle, road map.
Time: 4 Day.
Type: this self-drive tour can only be booked as a private service. Please feel free to ask for other self-drive opportunities.

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