This 12-hour excursion begins in the Lerma Valley and then takes you on a drive to El Carril, continuing on to Chicoana. Marvel at the striking beauty of the gorges known as Quebrada de los Laureles and Quebrada de Escoipe.
Drive along the Cuesta del Obispo, on a road with abundant curves. Take in panoramic views of the Enchanted Valley and small houses surrounded by fields of maize and fruit trees.
By the time you reach the Piedra del Molino you’ll be 3,384 meters above sea level, the highest point on the trip.
When you arrive in Cachi, you’ll have sweeping views of Nevado de Cachi and Payogasta. In the town of Cachi, you’ll stop to visit the archaeological museum and the church.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Meeting Points
Departure
Salta
Centrally located hotels in Salta.
Return
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This 12-hour excursion begins in the Lerma Valley and then takes you on a drive to El Carril, continuing on to Chicoana. Marvel at the striking beauty of the gorges known as Quebrada de los Laureles and Quebrada de Escoipe.
Drive along the Cuesta del Obispo, on a road with abundant curves. Take in panoramic views of the Enchanted Valley and small houses surrounded by fields of maize and fruit trees.
By the time you reach the Piedra del Molino you’ll be 3,384 meters above sea level, the highest point on the trip.
When you arrive in Cachi, you’ll have sweeping views of Nevado de Cachi and Payogasta. In the town of Cachi, you’ll stop to visit the archaeological museum and the church.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Meeting Points
Departure
Salta
Centrally located hotels in Salta.
Return
Items | Cachi and Los Cardones National Park from Salta
Start your tour with a pickup from your centrally located Salta hotel at approximately 7:30am.
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Valle de Lerma
Then, make your way to the Lerma Valley, traveling until you pass through El Carril.
1 hour
3
Los Laureles
Once you pass through El Carril, you will continue on to Chicoana. Then, enter the Quebrada de los Laureles, also known as The Laurel's Gorge.
30 minutes
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Quebrada del Escoipe
Next, head to the Quebrada de Escoipe, the Escoipe Gorge.
30 minutes
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Piedra del Molino
Continuing with the tour, arrive at the Maray entering The Bishop's Cliff road and travel its abundant curves, enjoying a panoramic view of the Enchanted Valley along the way.
Once you reach Piedra del Molino, The Mill's Stone, you will have reached 3384 meters above sea level.
30 minutes
6
Recta del Tin Tin
Later, Los Candones National Park will be crossed by the straight line of Tin Tin, the ancient road built by Incas.
30 minutes
7
Cachi
Arrive in Cachi at least and take in the widespread views of the Nevado de Cachi and Payogasta. Make your way into the town to visit the Archaeological Museum and Church.
3 hours
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Iglesia de San Jose
Admire the colonial church of Cachi.
20 minutes
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Museo Arqueologico Pio Pablo Diaz
Visit Archaeological Museum of Cachi.
30 minutes
10
History Museum of the North
Admire the history museum of the north.
20 minutes
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Salta
End the tour upon returning back to your Salta accommodations.
