Day trip

From Salta: Full-Day Scenic Tour to Cachi

4.4 / 5

74 reviews

Activity provider: TIAMAR TRAVEL EVT
Day trip

From Salta: Full-Day Scenic Tour to Cachi

Activity provider: TIAMAR TRAVEL EVT
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From US$ 37.49 US$ 29.99 per person

Visit one of the most beautiful villages of Salta Province on a scenic tour to Cachi. Travel across dramatic landscapes such as Cuesta del Obispo and the Parque Nacional de Cardones. Stroll through a colonial town and buy local crafts at the market.

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Duration 12 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish
Pickup included
At your accommodation in central Salta between 7:00 AM and 7:45 AM.

Experience

Highlights
  • Drive through the magnificent landscapes of the Gorge of Escoipe and Las Laureles
  • Discover a landscape from a fairytale at El Valle Encantado ("The Enchanted Valley")
  • Walk through the streets of Cachi and visit its craft market
Full description
Depart Salta and journey along Provincial Route 68, traveling through the small towns of Cerrillos, La Merced and El Carril. Then, drive along Provincial Route 33 to pass the dramatic Gorge of Escoipe and Los Laureles. Next, start your journey along the famous winding road of the Cuesta del Obispo (Bishop's Slope). Admire the magnificent rock formations and natural walls en route to the summit at 3,348 meters above sea level. Look for condors flying above, and marvel at the majesty of the "King of the Sky." Get a stunning view of El Valle Encantado ("The Enchanted Valley"), where the scenery is like something out of a fairytale. Notice how the landscape changes as you leave the sub-tropical valleys to go to Recta del Tin Tin, built during the time of the Incas. Travel through the Parque Nacional los Cardones ("National Park of the Cactus"), named for its abundance of cardon grande cactus bush formations. Arrive in the beautiful town of Cachi in time for lunch. Then, stroll through streets of perfectly-preserved colonial architecture. Visit the town church in Central Plaza, and go to the historical museum showcasing the history of the Aboriginal communities. Pick up some souvenirs in the craft market and enjoy some free time to shop before the return drive to Salta.
Includes
  • National Park fees
  • Driver/guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Entrance fees
  • Food and drinks

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rates apply if they do not occupy a seat
  • There is a maximum number of 22 people per group
  • Please note that a small amount of walking is involved
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 74 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.1/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5
  • Safety
    4.9/5

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The activity is very good, the guide María Laura is great and the driver is very correct. I liked the intermediate stops and the time for photos or coffee and/or bathroom. The town of Cachi is picturesque, it can be covered in a short time, but even so, I would have stayed an hour longer (we only had 1:45 to go). That is my only observation and for which I do not qualify as "Very good". I think you have to respect certain hours, but I didn't want to stop commenting because it's not a bad idea to stay in the town or take advantage of more time. They say that the sunset and the night are very beautiful. I did not spend the night in Cachi because I wanted to go from there to Cafayate but there is no public transport, so I returned to Salta. Similarly, you have to keep looking for options and maximize the time of excursions and visits. Hugs and good trip!

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July 25, 2022

An incredible tour!! from the hand of the guide Maria Laura, who put her stamp on him like all races from Salta!! Passionate about her work, she showed us each place with knowledge and history, from the morning when we left we traveled unique paths knowing the history of the settlers... the imposing cardones, the San Rafael chapel at 3457m, the millstone and the arrival in Cachi , magical and unique .. a highly recommended tour !! And if it is from the hand of Maria Laura even more.

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June 21, 2022

A crack Luis, guide and driver, told us stories of each kilometer traveled, recommended us and waited to take the best photos, told jokes. We learned a lot about Salta. We would do the tour again, he even recommended what to do in Salta on our own . Vale as a plus, as we were just for the flight, he left us at the airport.

October 31, 2021

Product ID: 69173