From the Falls to the Andes (11 nights)

Arrival in Puerto Iguazu (NOT on Fridays) Airport or Bus Station pick up. From 14:00 on, check in at selected accommodation. Free day.

Breakfast between 07:00-08:00, to be advised by local guides. Excursion to the Falls, Argentine side (Full Day):
Pick up at accommodation. This tour will take you to visit part of the Iguacu National Park*, that preserves 67.000 ha. of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multicolored butterflies, birds and mammals, all part of the rich local flora and fauna. The park was declared Natural World Heritage in 1984, due to its scenic beauties and the great biological diversity of the subtropical jungle. The famous falls are in the heart of this park. You will start the visit at the local museum and continue the tour along the Lower Trail, from where you can see the Two Sisters Falls, Bossetti Falls, Hidden Falls, a panoramic view of San Martin Island, and Union Falls. Later, you will walk the Upper Trail shifting along walkways located above major falls, up to the majestic San Martin Falls, from where you have a panoramic view of the Brazilian falls. Finally, you go with the Train of the Jungle up to Devil's Throat station. From there, after a 1,000 meters walk along the catwalks, you will reach the spectacular Devil's Throat, where the Iguazu River expresses itself with all its strength and the falling water gives the illusion of magic rainbows. You will be transferred back to accommodation.

*Entrance fee to national park not included and to be paid in the park.

Breakfast between 07:00-09:00, to be advised by local guides. Excursion to the Falls Brazilian Side (Half Day):
The guide will take you to visit the wonderful Iguazu Falls, on the Brazilian side, from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Argentine side, perfect for taking the perfect picture you could not take when you were in the other side. You will get close to "Floriano", "Deodoro" and "Benjamin" waterfalls and the walkways lead you also to "Santa Maria Falls." It is a short but stunning tour.

*Entrance fee to national park not included and to be paid in the park.

Breakfast and check. Bus station drop off. Departure to Resistencia, arrival and change of buses to take the service to Salta. Night bus.

Arrival to Salta in the morning. Go on your own from the bus station to your accommodation. Check in and free day.

Breakfast. Salt Flats/Purmamarca Excursion:
Your full-day adventure begins from your Salta accommodation. Admire the scenery as you drive north, winding along the Rio Grande, and climbing through the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Get a glimpse of local life as you pass through the sleepy villages of Yala, Volcan, and Tumbaya, and enjoy plenty of stops to take in the views and snap photos. Arrive in the lively village of Purmamarca, famous for its daily handicrafts market and its spectacular backdrop, in the shadows of the Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colors). Stand in awe before the multi-hued peaks, then journey on through the Humahuaca gorge, driving along the dramatic mountain passes of Cuesta del Lipan, Cuesta del Saladillo, and Abra del Potrerillo. Jump out to take photos as you climb to a height of 13,615 feet (4,150 meters), marvel at the mountain vistas, and look out for llamas and vicuñas grazing on the hillsides. After an unforgettable drive, arrive at the day’s star attraction - the Salinas Grandes, an awe-inspiring expanse of gleaming white salt flats. You’ll have free time to explore the salt flats, leaving plenty of time to experience the unique landscapes and pose for the ubiquitous forced perspective photos. Head back to Purmamarca and time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Browse the market stalls for handcrafted souvenirs, before the return journey to your accommodation.

*Note: Please leave your main luggage in the luggage storage of your accommodation in Salta. You'll spend the night in Purmamarca and you should only take one backpack with you because of the van space and you will also feel more comfortable. Please travel light in order to take these two tours. You will return to the same accommodation the day after and you will have all your luggage to continue your trip.

Breakfast. Humahuaca Full Day Excursion:
Towns and relics of ancient cultures, superb mountains and the feeling of being in timeless places are the exquisite elements of this trip through the Humahuaca Gorge. You will leave Purmamarca at 09:00 and head north to the province of Jujuy. The small towns of Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimará and Tilcara open their ancient charm to your captivated eyes. In Purmamarca, you will stop to see the famous Seven-color hill, in Tilcara, you visit the Pucará (fortress) and the Archeological Museum, while in Uquía you stop to admire the local church. But it’s in Humahuaca where you enjoy in the extremely peaceful atmosphere, the typical colonial architecture and the charming people. On your way back you will also visit San Salvador de Jujuy to get to know its monuments and intriguing legends. Let the history behind the walls and stones of these places take you on a ride to the Argentinean past! Arrival to Salta at 19:00-20:00.

Breakfast. Free day to enjoy optional tours or just relax in beautiful Salta city.

Breakfast. Check out. In the evening: Take the night bus to Mendoza.

Arrival in Mendoza. Check in at selected accommodation. At 14:30, Half Day Winery Tour:
This tour runs among vineyards in the areas of Lujan de Cuyo and Maipu. You will experience the work culture brought by of immigrants, using irrigation techniques (canals and ditches) inherited from the former Huarpes Indians. They managed to change a vast desert into a productive river oasis. This is the scene of the settlement of prestigious wineries, which represent Argentine wines in the world with high quality wines. You will visit two wineries, one with traditional organic methods and the other that uses the latest available technology. Guided by professionals in winemaking, you will learn about the vinification methods and processes, bottling and labelling of wines, in the end of the tour you will taste the different grapes that the wineries offer.

Departure: Monday to Saturday: 14:30. Sundays 08:30.

Breakfast. At 07:00, Aconcagua Valley Day Trip (Alta Montaña):
The tour offers a variety of colors and sceneries. Early in the morning along the river Mendoza, get a view of the majestic mountain range called Cordon del Plata and the Potrerillos dam, colossal work for hydraulic power generation and water distribution for irrigation. Your next visit will be Uspallata, pre-Hispanic settlement of Huarpes indians and the southern last point of the Inca Empire. Here you will see the Vaults of Uspallata, historic “adobe” (mud) buildings, that were used by the chaplain Fray Luis Beltran for casting cannons and guns. Afterwards you will visit the villages of Picheuta, Polvareda, Punta de Vacas and Los Penitentes ski resort. Free time for the use of chair lift to enjoy beautiful panoramic views. Later, you will find Puente de Inca along your route, a huge natural bridge with strands of hot springs. Continuing the road and 2750 meters above sea level you will reach the viewpoint of Cerro Aconcagua, the colossus of America (6959 meters high), from where you are going to the Laguna Horcones and the Aconcagua Provincial Park. Following the international route to reach your last destination, Las Cuevas, an European-style village located 3200 meters above sea level. Back to town at 19:00-20:00.

Breakfast and check out.

- 3 nights accommodation in Iguazu at selected room with breakfast
- Iguazu Airport or Bus Station pickup and Bus Station drop off
- Full Day Tour to the Falls, Argentine Side
- Half Day Tour to the Falls, Brazilian Side
- Bus from Iguazu to Resistencia
- Bus from Resistencia to Salta
- 3 nights accommodation in Salta at selected room with breakfast
- 1 night accommodation in Purmamarca at selected room
- Salt Flats / Purmamarca Full Day Excursion
- Humahuaca Full Day Excursion
- Bus from Salta to Mendoza
- 2 nights accommodation in Mendoza at selected room with breakfast
- Half Day Wineries Tour
- Full Day Aconcagua Valley Excursion