DURATION

11 Days

DIFFICULTY

EASY

Flavors of the North and Wine

A journey to discover Argentina through its cuisine, culture, and landscapes. Start in Buenos Aires, a cosmopolitan capital where tango and local cuisine set the pace. Then fly to Salta, known as “La Linda” (the beautiful one), with its colonial essence and regional flavors. Continue on to Cafayate, the wine-growing heart of the north, and Molinos, where history beats in every corner. The return to Salta connects with Mendoza, land of Malbec and epicurean experiences among vineyards and the Andes Mountains. The trip ends in Buenos Aires for one last night of enjoyment. A journey where each destination is savored with all five senses.

Highlights

  • Buenos Aires
  • Mendoza
  • Cafayate
  • Salta
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Itinerary

Itinerary

At the appropriate time, we will transfer you in a private car from Ezeiza Airport to your hotel.

Argentina’s capital and a common gateway to the country, Buenos Aires blends European heritage with Latin spirit. Neighborhoods like San Telmo, Recoleta, and Palermo showcase its diversity—from grand architecture and historic cafés to vibrant street art and nightlife. A city of theaters, bookstores, and tango, it offers cultural experiences for every traveler. With green parks and local markets, it’s the perfect starting point for discovering South America.

City Tour
We will tour the city of Buenos Aires observing its many contrasts. We will start the tour from the historical center, the Plaza de Mayo with its emblematic buildings such as the Casa Rosada, the Cabildo and the Cathedral. Continuing to the most Italian and colorful neighborhood of the city: La Boca, we will walk through its colorful streets knowing the history of the first Italian immigrants who inhabited the neighborhood. We will continue through the historic center of San Telmo and visit its market, one of the most characteristic places where we will find typical Argentine products. After visiting the historical part of the city, we will go to the northern area in the green lung of Buenos Aires, visiting the parks of Palermo and the Recoleta neighborhood, famous for its Monumental Cemetery. At the end of the tour, you can return to your hotel or to another place if you wish to continue touring the city on your own.

Duration: 5 hours approximately.

Dinner Tango Show A la Carte Menu
In this tour we will visit Michelangelo, one of the most prestigious tanguerias in the city of Buenos Aires, located more precisely in San Telmo. Here we will enjoy a tango show accompanied by 5 dancers and musicians that will make this experience unique.

At the indicated time, the private transfer service will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the prestigious tanguería, for which we ask you to wait in the lobby.

At the end of the tango show, we will take you back to your hotel.

At the appropriate time, we will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel to transfer you in a private car to Aeroparque.

Upon arrival, we will transfer you on a private car to you hotel in Salta.

Walk to the wine-producing center of the province, cradle of the Torrontés varietal. At the beginning of the tour we will travel through the Fertile Valley of Lerma, where you will be able to appreciate the tobacco plantations of the Virginia variety and their drying ovens. After several kilometers the green vegetation will give way to the aridity and colors of the Quebrada de las Conchas. This Quebrada originated in the Tertiary Era, 70 million years ago and separates the Lerma Valley from the Calchaquí Valley. Wind erosion has formed a succession of natural caprices such as the Garganta del Diablo, a deep and closed canyon, or, El Anfiteatro (with perfect natural acoustics), El Sapo, El Fraile, El Obelisco, Los Castillos, on the trip On the way there will be some stops and on the way back to Salta the rest to take better advantage of the sunlight and thus be able to better observe these formations. Little by little, the aridity of the landscape is replaced by large areas of vineyards to reach one of the most outstanding regions within the Calchaquíes Valleys: Cafayate, a town of one-story houses between colonial and baroque from the late 19th century. Its church presents the particularity of being one of the very few temples with 5 naves in the country. In the town, we will visit a winery where the entire process of wine production will be explained to the passenger, some wineries offer a small tasting as a courtesy.

From Cafayate to Molinos, across Quebrada de las Flechas

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll depart from Cafayate heading north along National Route 40, one of Argentina’s most scenic roads, crossing the heart of the Calchaquí Valleys. The drive covers around 115 km and takes about 3 to 3.5 hours, not including stops. Along the way, you’ll see the landscape shift from vineyards to dramatic desert scenery, passing through charming traditional villages like Animaná, San Carlos, and Angastaco.

A highlight of this journey is the Quebrada de las Flechas, a remarkable geological formation where sharp rock spires rise vertically from the valley floor — a perfect spot for photos and brief breaks. You’ll arrive in Molinos by midday or early afternoon. This peaceful colonial town is known for its adobe houses, tranquil atmosphere, and historic church.

After breakfast, departure from Molinos, continuing north along National Route 40, traveling through the heart of the Calchaquí Valleys.

The drive to Cachi offers beautiful Andean scenery, with fertile valleys, traditional villages, and mountain landscapes. Upon arrival in Cachi, time to visit this charming colonial town, known for its whitewashed houses, cobblestone streets, and peaceful main square. There will be time to explore the village, visit the local church, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, the journey continues towards Salta, climbing up to the spectacular Cuesta del Obispo, a winding mountain road with panoramic views of the valley. The route then crosses Los Cardones National Park, home to vast landscapes filled with giant cacti, before descending towards the Lerma Valley.

Arrival in Salta in the late afternoon or early evening.

At the appropriate time, we will transfer you to the airport to catch your flight to Mendoza.

Upon arrival at the international airport, we will transfer you by private vehicle to Chacras de Coria.

Nestled at the foothills of the Andes, Mendoza blends modernity with tradition. Known for its ancient irrigation channels inherited from the Huarpes, it has transformed an arid landscape into an urban oasis. The city serves as an ideal base to explore nearby wine regions and enjoy its vibrant cultural and gastronomic life.

Explore the Uco Valley with this excursion and discover Argentina’s most prestigious terroir.

Uco is a vast valley covering over 17,000 km², with a daily temperature variation of about 15°C. This unique climate favors excellent color and tannin development in the grapes, allowing for the production of long-aging wines.

Its high-altitude wines stand out for their intense color and aromatic complexity, inviting you to enjoy a fine glass of wine while surrounded by breathtaking vineyard and mountain landscapes.

Guided by specialized experts, we will visit three renowned wineries known for their outstanding tradition and impressive architecture. During our tour of the first wineries, we will be amazed by the winemaking process and enjoy step-by-step tastings of exquisite wines.

The selection of wineries is carefully designed to introduce you to different winemaking styles and wine collections. To complete this immersive experience in the Uco Valley, we will visit a third winery to enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with the finest regional wines, with the stunning Cordón del Plata mountain range as a breathtaking backdrop that will remain in your memories.

Duration: 9 hours approximately.

We will pick you up at your hotel. In this opportunity we will enjoy a culinary experience in one of the most renowned wineries in the region. Guided by an experienced chef, we will learn different gastronomic techniques using local ingredients and techniques of our province. Wine will always be present as we will taste different varieties of grape varieties during the service. After the cooking class, we will have lunch and a visit to the winery. At the end, we will return to your hotel.

Duration: 8 hours approximately.

At the appropriate time, we will transfer you by private vehicle from Chacras de Coria to the international airport to take your flight.

At the appropriate time, we will transfer you in a private car from Aeroparque to your hotel.

At the appropriate time, we will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel to transfer you in a private car to Ezeiza Airport.

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