Buenos Aires, Norte Andino & Iguazú

Buenos Aires, Andean North & Iguazú

Fifteen days connecting the Argentine capital, the Calchaquí Valleys at 2,000 metres above sea level, the endless skies of the Puna and one of South America’s greatest natural wonders. The journey is entirely private, with exclusive transfers and enough time to truly take in every stop.

Duration

15 days

Season

April to November

Buenos Aires

Salta & Cafayate

Iguazú

A private journey at an unhurried pace

This itinerary offers something traditional tours cannot: a connected journey where every stop makes sense in relation to the next. You do not go to Salta and then somewhere else at random. You reach Cachi via the Cuesta del Obispo, Colomé because it lies between Cafayate and Salinas Grandes, and Purmamarca as the gateway to the next stage of the journey toward Iguazú. Everything is connected.

Each day is planned around real rest time and actual distances. There are mornings of scenic driving, free afternoons at the hotel and quiet dinners at an estancia. Neither a rushed sightseeing circuit nor an unstructured trip: simply private travel.

On this journey

— Travel through ten stops — Buenos Aires, Salta, Cachi, Colomé, Cafayate, Salinas Grandes, Purmamarca, Salta again, Iguazú and back to Buenos Aires.

— Stay among high-altitude vineyards — Colomé has been operating since 1831; Cafayate has vineyards at the foot of the Andes; Iguazú places you in the heart of the Misiones rainforest.

— Enjoy without rushing — real free time at every stop, not the feeling of working through a checklist.

Highlights

The best of the journey

Colomé: a living museum

Argentina’s oldest operating winery (1831) plus the James Turrell Museum just steps from the hotel. A night of luxury surrounded by nearly two centuries of history.

Salinas Grandes: sleeping on the salt flats

Luxury domes at 3,500 metres, the only accommodation of this category within the salt flats. Sunset over an endless white landscape, dinner with regional products and stargazing under pollution-free skies.

Cuesta del Obispo: a journey through changing landscapes

One of the most beautiful roads in the country. You leave Salta surrounded by greenery, rivers and eucalyptus, and arrive in Cachi among the Puna, giant cacti and the Nevado de Cachi in the distance. One road, a completely different landscape.

Iguazú, unhurried

Three full days at the falls. The Argentine side to get close to Devil’s Throat. The Brazilian side for panoramic views. And time to experience the rainforest all around you.

Itinerary

Day by day

A suggested structure, with a carefully balanced pace and time to enjoy. Each day can be adjusted to your preferences in your tailor-made quotation.

Days 1–2

Stop 01

Buenos Aires

Arrival and private transfer to the selected hotel. Your first afternoon is at your own pace — a gentle walk through the city, coffee at a classic café, or time to rest at the hotel. The first two days are there to settle in, find your rhythm and begin to enjoy the journey.

Where to stay

Hub Porteño — A historic townhouse in Palermo, with the feeling of a home rather than a hotel.

Legado Mítico — Palermo. Each room is inspired by a different Argentine cultural figure.

Tailor-made experiences

— Private asado experience — a dinner centred on Argentine barbecue, seated around the grill and tasting different cuts from start to finish.

— Argentine cooking class — techniques for empanadas, stews and grilling, followed by a tasting of what you have prepared.

— Walking food tour — Palermo or San Telmo, with stops ranging from street food stalls to signature restaurants.

— Private Delta cruise — boat from Tigre, lunch on an island in the Paraná River and no rushed schedules.

Day 3

Stop 02

Salta city

Flight from Buenos Aires to Salta (2h). Private transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon to explore the city on foot: the historic square, colonial churches and old town. Salta is the gateway to the northern circuit, still with an urban rhythm.

Where to stay

House of Jasmines — 15 minutes from the city centre. A 100-hectare colonial estancia, part of Relais & Châteaux.

Day 4

Stop 03

Cachi: the Cuesta del Obispo

Private transfer from Salta (~3.5h). The road climbs the Cuesta del Obispo and crosses Los Cardones National Park — giant cacti, dramatic changes in scenery and views stretching to the horizon. Arrival in Cachi: a quiet town at the foot of the Nevado, with unpaved streets and silence all around.

Where to stay

La Merced del Alto — 2 km from town. A restored estancia house with 14 rooms and a spa.

Day 5

Stop 04

Colomé: winery, museum, history

Transfer from Cachi (~2h) via Molinos, an even smaller colonial village. Colomé has operated as a winery since 1831. Tour of the facilities, visit to the James Turrell Museum — minimalist art installed within the estancia — and dinner at the winery restaurant.

Where to stay

Estancia Colomé — Nine suites within the estate. Winery + museum + hotel, all in one place.

Days 6–7

Stop 05

Cafayate: high-altitude vineyards

Transfer from Colomé (~1.5h). Cafayate is the heart of the high-altitude wine valley, with Torrontés as its signature grape. Wineries are within walking distance or a short drive away, and the Quebrada de las Conchas surrounds the town. Two days to enjoy without a strict schedule — vineyard visits, winery lunches and sunsets over the valley.

Where to stay

Grace Cafayate — Set within La Estancia de Cafayate, outside the town. Contemporary design, views of the Andes and a spa.

Tailor-made experiences

— Winery visit and lunch in Cafayate — tour of the facilities, wine tasting and regional dishes.

— Horseback ride and asado at an estancia — ride through the quebrada, stop at a pottery workshop or artisan cheese producer, and enjoy a full barbecue with local wines.

— Sunset at a winery — no guide, no structured tour, just the changing light over the vineyards with a glass of wine in hand.

Day 8

Stop 06

Salinas Grandes: sleeping on the salt flats

Full-day transfer from Cafayate (~7h) along Route 40 via San Antonio de los Cobres, through the Puna. Stop at the Tren a las Nubes viewpoint along the way. Endless plains, vast skies and silence. Arrival at Salinas Grandes at 3,200 metres, followed by a visit to the salt pools. At night, stargazing under pristine skies.

Where to stay

Pristine Salinas Grandes — Luxury domes, the only accommodation of this category on the salt flats. Dinner featuring regional products is included.

Days 9–10

Stop 07

Purmamarca: gateway to the Quebrada

Transfer from Salinas Grandes (~2.5h). Purmamarca is the gateway to the Quebrada de Humahuaca, with the Hill of Seven Colours as its backdrop. The main square hosts an artisan market and the pace is relaxed. Two days to settle in before continuing toward Iguazú.

Where to stay

El Manantial del Silencio — Just outside the village. Colonial style, no TVs, a spa and views of the Hill of Seven Colours.

Tailor-made experiences

— Hornocal tour — the Hill of Fourteen Colours, one of the region’s most striking viewpoints, reached by vehicle along a mountain road.

— Pottery and traditions of the Quebrada — meet a local artisan, create your own piece and discover ancestral techniques and knowledge.

Day 11

Stop 08

Salta: closing the northern circuit

Transfer from Purmamarca (~3h). Return to Salta before the flight to Iguazú. Free afternoon in the city or time to rest at the hotel.

Days 12–14

Stop 09

Iguazú: three days to take it all in

Flight from Salta to Iguazú (2h30). Private transfer to the hotel. Three full days at the falls: the Argentine side to get close to Devil’s Throat, the Brazilian side for sweeping panoramic views, and the rainforest all around you. No rush and no compressed itinerary.

Where to stay

Awasi Iguazú — 14 villas on stilts, each with a private pool. All-inclusive service with a dedicated guide.

Gran Meliá Iguazú — The only hotel inside the National Park, with access to the trails before public opening hours.

Tailor-made experiences

— Falls, Argentine side — upper and lower circuits, including the walkway to Devil’s Throat.

— Falls, Brazilian side — panoramic views, with the border crossing included.

— San Ignacio Ruins and Wanda Mines — a full-day excursion combining the World Heritage site with a visit focused on semi-precious stone extraction.

Day 15

Stop 10

Return to Buenos Aires

Flight from Iguazú to Buenos Aires (2h). Private transfer to the selected hotel. Free day — a final walk, shopping or time to rest. Transfer to the airport according to your departure time.

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