Northern Explorer

Day 1  Buenos Aires      
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.      

Day 2  Buenos Aires      
Discover the cobbled alleys and colonial architecture of San Telmo, the colourful streets of La Boca and historic Recoleta. This evening unwind with a traditional Argentine dinner and tango show.      

Day 3  Buenos Aires      
A day at leisure to explore more of this cosmopolitan city.  

Day 4  Buenos Aires to Iguazú Falls      
Fly to Iguazú Falls and on arrival cross the border into Brazil. Enjoy amazing panoramic views of these world-famous falls on a private half day tour.      

Day 5  Iguazú Falls      
Explore the trails through the jungle on the Argentine side of the falls, to see the cascades from an array of viewpoints.      

Day 6  Iguazú Falls to Salta      
Fly to Salta in Argentina’s northwest, a region of outstanding scenery with a fascinating history. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of this beautiful city.  

Day 7  Salta to Purmamarca      
The winding high altitude roads provide spectacular views of the desert landscape as you explore the village of San Antonio de los Cobres and the vast salt flats of Salinas Grandes. Arrive in the pretty village of Purmamarca, which sits in the shadow of the dramatic striped Hill of Seven Colours.        

Day 8  Purmamarca to Salta      
Today enjoy a tour of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a stunning canyon of bizarre rock formations crafted by the harsh desert. Visit the picturesque towns of Humahuaca and Tilcara before returning to Salta this evening.    

Day 9  Salta to Cachi      
Drive west past amazing rock formations and along winding roads to the archaeological ruins and winelands of the Calchaquí Valley. Visit Los Cardones National Park to see the varied cacti and continue to the historic town of Cachi.      

Day 10  Cachi to Cafayate      
Head south through the valley to Cafayate, the heart of the high altitude wine country. Visit the pretty colonial town of Molinos en route.      

Day 11  Cafayate      
Today visit the wine museum and two excellent wineries to enjoy tastings and vineyard tours.      

Day 12  Cafayate to Buenos Aires      
Drive to Salta and fly back to Buenos Aires.      

Day 13  Buenos Aires      
Transfer to the airport.