Discover the stunning landscapes of Northwest Argentina on this 10-day luxury journey. Begin in Salta, gateway to the region, and explore the Calchaquí Valleys with highlights such as Cuesta del Obispo, Los Cardones National Park, Cachi, Molinos, and Cafayate. Continue through the colorful De las Conchas Gorge, with formations like The Cathedral and The Devil’s Throat. Ride the iconic Train to the Clouds across the Puna and visit the dazzling Salt Flats. Explore the vibrant Humahuaca Gorge, home to Purmamarca and its Seven Colors Hill, Maimará’s Painter’s Palette, Tilcara’s Pucará, and Uquía’s historic church. This Luxury Argentina Northwest itinerary is fully customizable to match your interests, preferred activities, and travel dates.
Discover Salta La Linda, a colonial gem full of culture and charm.
Travel through the Calchaquí Valleys and the Cuesta del Obispo.
Visit Los Cardones National Park and its impressive cactus landscapes.
Enjoy exclusive wine tastings at Cafayate’s high-altitude vineyards.
Experience the spectacular Train to the Clouds.
Admire the colorful hills of Purmamarca and Humahuaca Gorge.
Stay in premium boutique hotels such as House of Jasmines and Legado Mítico.
Enjoy personalized private tours with expert local guides.
On the first day of your Luxury Argentina Northwest itinerary, you’ll arrive in Salta “La Linda.” From the moment you arrive, you’ll sense its colonial charm and rich Andean culture. Your local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to House of Jasmines, a refined 100-year-old estancia designed for total relaxation. After check-in, take time to unwind—enjoy a horseback ride through the surroundings or a peaceful walk along the river. In the evening, watch the sunset while savoring fine local wines paired with regional cured meats.
Enjoy breakfast and sunrise at your charming country estancia, taking time to absorb the peaceful natural surroundings. When ready, your local guide will pick you up to explore the best of Salta “La Linda.” Visit the historic city center, main square, Cabildo, and the Museo de Arqueología de Alta Montaña, home to the famous Llullaillaco Children, three Inca mummies discovered atop Mount Llullaillaco in 1999. Savor local cuisine at one of Salta’s traditional restaurants before taking the cable car up San Bernardo Hill for panoramic views of the city. In the evening, enjoy authentic northern flavors at a local peña, where live folk music and dance invite you to join in after a glass of fine regional wine.
Enjoy breakfast and pack your bags to continue your Luxury Argentina Northwest journey. Travel southwest with your local guide toward the stunning Calchaquí Valleys. Visit the Laures and Escoipe gorges before ascending the winding Cuesta del Obispo, reaching Piedra del Molino at 3,620 meters with panoramic valley views. Continue through Los Cardones National Park, a vast cactus desert crossed by the perfectly straight Recta del Tin Tin, built centuries ago by the region’s original peoples. Stop to admire and photograph the giant cacti. Arrive in Cachi, a charming town blending Spanish and native traditions, where you’ll have lunch and some free time. Then travel to Molinos, a picturesque mountain village, to relax at your exclusive accommodation after an unforgettable day.
On the fourth day of your Luxury Argentina Northwest journey, visit the renowned Colomé Winery. The passion and determination of Donald Hess to plant the world’s highest vineyard brought him to Salta, where he created the “Maximum Height” estate and cultivated exceptional Malbec. Enjoy a guided tour of the winery and a gourmet lunch at its restaurant. Later, visit the on-site James Turrell Museum, the only one in the world dedicated exclusively to the acclaimed American artist. Opened in 2009, it’s part of The Hess Art Collection and beautifully blends wine and contemporary art amid the high-altitude vineyards of the Calchaquí Valley. In the afternoon, return to your hotel to relax and pack for the next day’s adventure.
Enjoy breakfast and get ready for the next adventure of your Luxury Argentina Northwest journey. Travel toward Cafayate, stopping in the charming village of Angastaco before visiting the stunning Las Flechas Gorge, famous for its sharp, arrow-shaped rock formations. After exploring its dramatic landscapes, continue to Cafayate, where you’ll spend the night at Patios de Cafayate, an exclusive hotel surrounded by the vineyards of El Esteco Winery. Founded in 1892, this historic estancia combines colonial elegance with the spirit of the Calchaquí Valleys. Spend the afternoon touring the winery, tasting fine local wines, or simply relaxing amid the tranquil vineyard scenery and mountain backdrop, an unforgettable experience in Argentina’s most celebrated wine region.
On the sixth day of Luxury Argentina Northwest adventure take a relax morning in your accommodation, enjoying this fantastic place. In the afternoon let’s take a look to another winery and wineyard. Enjoy a relaxing day touring the El Porvenir wineyard to try the best Cafayate wines and learn about their production process.
Today you’ll leave Cafayate and to immerse accompanied by your local guide, into the forbidding of Las Conchas Gorge, a wonderful lanscaped where the erosion has carved fascinating red shapes into the rocks. Go to visit this Natural Reserve to enjoy the views of its colorful hills and discover the most particular rocky highlights: the Frog, Obelisk the Castles, Amphitheater and the famous Devil’s Throat. You will finish the day coming back to Salta. Your accommodation, located in the city center, Legado Mítico, is a beautiful traditional house restored to be a luxury hotel. You can stay ay the hotel of go to explore more of the city night.
Today you continue this Luxury Argentina Northwest itinerary living an incredible experience, The Train to the Clouds. This is a unique and special trip through the wonderful landscapes of the Puna Region. The trail travel from Salta to Santa Rosa de Tastil making stops in each station in the picturesque mountain villages, allowing you to enjoy every part of this amazing travel. This trip combines the beautiful landscapes and the magnificent sensation of traveling between the clouds with the incredible stories of the epic construction of the railway, in the 1920, initiated by the engineer Richard Fontain Maury. Let’s take a ride to the clouds!
On the last but no less exciting day of your Luxury Argentina Northwest journey, travel north into Jujuy Province to explore the stunning landscapes of the Humahuaca Gorge and its colorful mountains. Along the way, visit Purmamarca and its famous Seven Colors Hill, the Pucará de Tilcara, a restored pre-Inca fortress, and Maimará’s Painter’s Palette Hill. Stop in Uquía to see the small colonial church and its 17th-century Cusqueña paintings, then cross Huacalera, where the Tropic of Capricorn meets the vivid La Pollera de la Coya Hill. Continue to Humahuaca to stroll its vibrant streets, markets, and eateries. End the day back in Purmamarca, enjoying the evening view of the Seven Colors Hill and its charming handicraft fair.
Say goodbye to the Luxury Argentina Northwest Itinerary to travel to your next destination. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel in Salta to take you to the airport.
Private tours and transfers throughout the itinerary
Luxury accommodations
Expert local guides
Full support before, during, and after your trip
Domestic or international flights
Travel insurance
Personal expenses and tips
To start this journey, travelers will need to fly into Salta International Airport (SLA), located just outside Salta City. This airport receives domestic flights from Buenos Aires (Aeroparque Jorge Newbery – AEP) and international connections via Buenos Aires Ezeiza (EZE).
Arrival Flight: Traveler flies from origin city to Buenos Aires Ezeiza (EZE) or Aeroparque (AEP), then connects with a domestic flight to Salta (SLA).
Departure Flight: At the end of the itinerary, travelers will take a domestic flight from Salta (SLA) back to Buenos Aires (EZE/AEP) for onward international connections.
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Add extra nights in Cafayate to visit more vineyards and enjoy wine tastings.
Combine with Buenos Aires to experience the vibrant capital city.
Extend your trip to Iguazú Falls or Mendoza’s wine region.
Include relaxation time at luxury spa hotels or wellness retreats.
