15-Day The Essential of The Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani

Product Code: 693606

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • This program is available as fixed departure and you can ask about the exclusive benefits:
    - Buenos Aires: Early check in with breakfast / Tango lesson previous to the dinner show
    - Cafayate: Lunch at day 4 of the tour
Tour Code
693606
Duration
15 day
Departure City
Buenos Aires
End City
Buenos Aires
Language
English, Spanish

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Itinerary

Day 01

Buenos Aires

Hotel: Tourist Category: NH Florida (Standard) / First Category: NH Jousten (Superior) or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Included

Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city, visiting the most relevant places. In the evening, we attend a dinner show to appreciate the magnetism of tango.


Meal

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Day 02
Salta

Buenos Aires - Salta (Air ticket is NOT included)

Hotel: Tourist Category: Del Vino Hotel (Superior) / First Category: Brizo Salta (Confort) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Arrival and reception at Salta’s airport. Transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, the city awaits us in order to explore it by foot, walking along its streets, churches, colonial buildings and visiting the MAAM.

Maximum altitude: 1.152 MASL (3.779 ft.)

Tips:
* It is required to arrive by flight before 2PM.
* The High Mountain Museum is closed on Mondays. Due to the closure of Cabildo (TUE) and Mercado de San Miguel (SUN). The points of interest to visit will be modified.

Meal

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Day 03

Salta - Cafayate

Hotel: Tourist Category: Hotel Los Sauces (Standard) / First Category: Vinas De Cafayate (Mount View) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Departure to start our trip through the Calchaquíes Valleys, passing by the Obispo Slope, Del Tin Tin Straight, Los Cardones National Park, Cachi and De Las Flechas Gorge. Arrival at Cafayate.

Travel time: 11/12 hours

Maximum altitude: 3.348 MASL (10.984 ft.)

Tips:
* Pablo Díaz Museum closes on Mondays.

Meal

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Day 04
Salta

Cafayate - Salta

Hotel: Tourist Category: Del Vino Hotel (Superior) / First Category: Brizo Salta (Confort) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

In the morning, we visited the town, museum and winery to undertake the return to Salta touring the Quebrada de Cafayate and its formations. Arrival and Accommodation.

Travel time: 8 hours

Maximum altitude: 1.683 MASL (5.522 ft.)

Tips:
* The Vine and Wine Museum closes on Mondays.

Meal

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Day 05

Salta - Purmamarca

Hotel: Tourist Category: Hosteria Del Amauta (Standard) / First Category: La Comarca (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Early departure travelling through Del Toro Gorge in order to get to know the small town of San Antonio de los Cobres. After lunch (not included), we continue across the Puna up to Salinas Grandes Salt Flat and then we start descending through De Lipán Slope to Purmamarca.

Travel time: 10 hours

Maximum altitude: 4.170 MASL (13.681 ft.)

Meal

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  • D:Excluded
Day 06

Purmamarca - Atacama

Hotel: Tourist Category: Hosteria San Pedro (Standard) / First Category: Altiplanico (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

In the morning, departure towards San Pedro de Atacama, passing by Paso de Jama border crossing. Arrival at this oasis in the middle of the desert.

Travel time: 7 hours

Maximum altitude: 4.400 MASL (14.436 ft.)

Tips:
* Please, ask about the frequency of the bus Purmamarca – S.P. de Atacama.

Meal

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Day 07

Atacama

Hotel: Tourist Category: Hosteria San Pedro (Standard) / First Category: Altiplanico (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Departure to the Altiplanic Lagoons, which represent one of the seven sectors that embrace Los Flamencos National Reserve along with Chaxa Lagoon in the Atacama Salt Flat. During the tour, we visit the Miscanti, Miñiques and Toconao Lagoons.

Travel time: 7/8 hours

Maximum altitude: 4.220 MASL (13.845 ft.)

Meal

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Day 08

Atacama

Hotel: Tourist Category: Hosteria San Pedro (Standard) / First Category: Altiplanico (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Early departure to El Tatio Geysers, the highest geothermal field in the world where we observe the steam and fumaroles produced by the high temperatures of its craters. During the afternoon, we enjoy the sunset in De La Luna Valley.

Travel time: 9 hours

Maximum altitude: 4.320 MASL (14.173 ft.)

Visiting Attractions

  • Iguazu Falls Iguazu Falls
  • Iguazu National Park Iguazu National Park

Meal

  • B:Included
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  • D:Excluded
Day 09

Atacama - Villamar

Hotel: Jardines De Malku (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Departure to the border with Bolivia, Hito Cajón, from there we continue to the Verde lagoon, Dalí Valley, hot springs of Chaviri, Geysers of the Morning and the Laguna Colorada where we will appreciate the flamingos of James, unique in the world. Arrival in Villamar.

Travel time: 8 hours

Maximum altitude: 4.990 MASL (16.371 ft.)

Tips:
* From May to October, the access to Colores Lagoon and De la Mañana Geysers in Bolivia can be affected due to weather conditions.

Meal

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Day 10

Malku - Colchani

Hotel: Palacio De La Sal (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

In the morning visit to the Cave Paintings and Fort Necropolis of Tomas Lakjas, Valley of the Rocks and then continue to Uyuni passing by the towns of Culpina and San Cristóbal. During the trip and before going to Colchani, we visit the Cemetery of Trains to finally arrive at Colchani, where we stay at a salt hotel.

Travel time: 8 hours

Maximum altitude: 3.550 MASL (11.647 ft.)

Meal

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Day 11

Colchani

Hotel: Palacio De La Sal (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Today we explore Uyuni Salt Flat, the largest in the world. During the tour, we will visit a salt processing plant, the Incahuasi Island where we can observe the giant Cactus, and the Pucara de Ayque. After enjoying lunch, which will be served on the Salt Flat, we have fun with a photo session and then we enjoy the sunset.

Maximum altitude: 3.600 MASL (11.811 ft.)

Tips:
* From December to April, due to the rains, access to the salt flat, Incahuasi Island and the Pucara de Ayque can be affected.

Meal

  • B:Included
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  • D:Included
Day 12

Colchani - Tilcara

Hotel: Terrazas De Tilcara (Standard) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Excluded

Early in the morning, departure to Argentina. On the way we stop in Atocha’s mining centre and Tupiza, in order to arrive then at Villazon- La Quiaca, from where once we do the migrations procedures. The trip continues through the Quebrada de Humahuaca to arrive in Tilcara.

Travel time: 11 hours

Maximum altitude: 3658 MASL (12.001 ft.)

Meal

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Day 13

Tilcara - Salta

Hotel: Tourist Category: Del Vino Hotel (Superior) / First Category: Brizo Salta (Confort) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

We explore the Humahuaca Gorge, Humanity’s Cultural Heritage by UNESCO and one of its best kept treasures, the incredible mountain range of El Hornocal, also called Cerro de los 14 Colores, whose viewpoint is at 4350 meters above sea level. Arrival in Salta.

Travel time: 10 hours

Maximum altitude: 4350 MASL (14.271 ft.)

Meal

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Day 14

Salta - Buenos Aires (Air ticket is NOT included)

Hotel: Tourist Category: NH Florida (Standard) / First Category: NH Jousten (Superior) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

In the morning, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
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Day 15

Buenos Aires

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Day at leisure. At due time, transfer to the airport.

Please, check below for the suggested and mandatory flights.


Meal

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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Pickup Information】
* We send a guide and vehicle for the reported flight information and we wait a maximum of 1 hour at the airport. The driving time from ezeiza to downtown hotels is around 1 hour depending on traffic.
* Please note that arrival transfers include a maximum waiting time of 1 hour after flight landing. Elapsed said time the transfer will leave the airport. A second transfer may be provided upon passengers' request and at their own expense.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Needed transfers
    • Accommodation: 14 nights
      - Buenos Aires (2), Salta (3), Cafayate (1), Purmamaca (2), Atacama (3), Villamar (1), Malku (1), Colchani (2)
    • Tours:
      - Buenos Aires: City tour - Dinner Show
      - Atacama: Altiplanic Lagoons - Atacama Salt Flat - El Tatio Geysers - De La Luna Valley
      - Salta: Walking tour with MAAM - De Las Flechas, Cafayate and Del Toro Gorges
      - Jujuy: Humahuaca Gorge
      - Uyuni: Colores Lagoons - De La Mañana Geysers - Uyuni Salt Flat
    • Meals: 14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
    • Needed tickets to the Parks, Reserves and museums

Package Excludes

    • Flight tickets and airport taxes
    • Extra: laundry service, telephone call
    • Tips (between 10% and 15% in most of the services such as restaurants, hotels, drivers, guides etc...)
    • Eco-tax in Puerto Iguazú, Bariloche and port taxes in the Lake Crossing
    • Early check in / late check out (Except early check-in in Buenos Aires on day 1, in the Fixed Departures)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 17 - 22 Days Prior to Departure Date - 25% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 23 - 31 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 32 or More Days - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded

Special Notes

    • Flights are not included. Please check at the time of booking the needed flights, as they are subject to frequent rescheduling. Please book your international and domestic air tickets by yourself in advance.
    • To avoid extra transportation costs, you must reserve the needed flights in the program.
    • During the rainy season, DEC-MAR. The tour may be affected.
    • Due to the characteristics of the Puna, we recommend that people with respiratory, cardiac or pressure illnesses take special care.
    • Lodging tax exemption in Argentina. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
    • We also offer other languages with surcharge: French, Italian and German. You can check with us for the price.
    • The sequence of the shared tours might be modified for operational reasons. Passengers will be informed upon arrival at each destination.
    • Timing shall be reconfirmed to passengers upon arrival at each destination.
    • Services length will be according to itinerary, any guest delay or extension will be charged to the guest or travel agent.
    • Luggage allowance for transfers: one medium size suitcase per person plus one piece of hand luggage.
    • Passport and Visa Requirements: please check requirements with the Embassies of the countries included in the itinerary, as certain countries may require a visa, invitation letter, reciprocity fee or have a longer requested passport validity. It is the passenger's responsibility to have all the proper and valid documentation to enter the countries involved in the trip.
    • Vaccination and Testing: Certain countries require travelers to be vaccinated and/or tested for specific diseases prior to arrival. Check with the embassies, consulates or migrations websites of visited countries.
    • Medical Advice: Please note that certain activities and destinations might be not recommended for passengers with certain medical conditions due to altitude or required fitness requirements. Please check with your physician before travelling.
    • TRAVEL INSURANCE: We highly recommend obtaining a travel insurance. The insurance should provide coverage for costs associated with trip cancellation or interruption, flight delays or cancellations, baggage or personal effect loss or robbery, medical expenses and any other incidentals.
    • Early Arrivals: for arrivals prior to check-in time, access to the room may not be gained immediately. In order to guarantee rooms for early check-in previous overnight shall be reserved and prepaid. Similar conditions apply for late check-out.
    • Check-in time is usually at 15:00/16:00 hours, check-out time is usually 12:00 hours.
    • Early Breakfast: if due to flight schedule, breakfast were necessary prior to/or beyond regular service time it may require previous confirmation and be subject to extra chargers. It might also be served in a different manner.
    • Please note that most hotels require passenger’s credit card as a guarantee upon check-in for possible extra charges during the stay.
    • In case modifications of the whole itinerary or part of it were necessary due to force majeure reasons (strikes, flight cancellations, airport closures, weather conditions, natural catastrophes, etc.), whether they occurred prior to passengers’ arrival or during the trip, Eurotur shall not be deemed responsible for any additional costs incurred. Cancellation of any unused service shall be subject to penalties, and purchase of any new service required will be at passenger's own expense. Under all circumstances, Eurotur will be at passenger's disposal in order to assist with new necessary arrangements. Passengers are always advised to keep all relevant receipts for its later presentation at the airline or travel insurance if it corresponded.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
​​​​​​​* Child enjoys the same price as adult.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* The prices quotes are not valid for special dates: Christmas/New Year Eve, Carnival, Easter, Argentine Holidays.
* The price is based on a minimum of 2 people in a group. If you are single travelling alone, please check with us for the price.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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