Next, a stunning drive through Cuesta del Obispo and Los Cardones National Park reveals centuries-old candelabra cacti and dinosaur fossils.

Meanwhile, continue your tour through Salta Argentina attractions along the famous perfectly straight Recta de Tin-Tin to arrive in Cachi. Indeed, this beautiful little village boasts skilled weavers and artisans. It is also renowned for its stunning 18th century Church of Cachi, a recognized National Historic Monument.

Stay at in a hacienda-style La Merced del Alto before venturing onward to Cafayate. En route, take time to shop on The Artisan’s Road for ponchos and yerba mate tea with locals.

Then pause in Molinos to visit the local church and one of the town’s textile cooperatives selling local vicuña and llama wools knits. You will also enjoy a light, stylish lunch at the Bodegas Colomé winery, a hidden jewel amidst the Andes owned by Hess Collection. After lunch, the James Turrell Museum provides an exquisite treat with its modern light installations. 

Your tour then arrives in Cafayate, a land of extraordinary wines, incredible stone formations, and undulating hills. From one of the best hotels in Salta Argentina, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the local wineries and vineyards and taste some of the region’s most popular varietals. This of course includes torrontés, malbec, cabernet sauvignon, and tannat.

Alternatively, you may forego the winery visits and return to Salta early to embark on a walking excursion of the historical district of the city.

Next, return back to Salta. You have the choice to either visit some local wineries en route or return back to Salta early for a full day in the city. Your hotel just north of the city allow guests to share the authentic lifestyle of a working estate and to learn in detail the history of northern Argentina, a region rich in traditions.

Spend time at the estancia participating in a variety of activities unique to a working estate. This includes helping the gauchos with their daily chores, taking a cooking class with the resident chef, playing a game of polo, and going horseback riding on an authentic Peruvian Paso.

Finally, explore one of the most stunning Salta Argentina attractions on offer: Purmamarca. Purmamarca is a quiet village in the shadow of the majestic Hill of the Seven Colors.

On the way, you will visit the Humahuaca Gorge, the Cemetery of Maimara, Tilcara, and the churches of Huacalera and Uquia. Then, upon arrival, unwind and absorb the ancient serenity of Andean culture from El Manantial del Silencio, yet another one of the best hotels in Salta Argentina.

Of course, your luxury Salta tour concludes with some of the best cuisine from the area. Paired with impressive Argentinian wines from Mendoza, Salta and maimareños, your farewell dinner will punctuate what is an unbelievably unique adventure through Northern Argentina’s frontiers.