Colonial-style building with white arches and a bell tower in Salta, Argentina, seen behind orange trees in a sunny plaza with a clear blue sky—perfect for an Adventure Tour.

Salta Argentina Adventure Tour

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Summary - Salta Argentina Adventure Tour

Salta Adventure Tour - Tour Extension

Salta is known as a colonial city in Argentina’s remote northwest, and its a major destination for train buffs who want to take the thrilling Train to the Clouds. But there are also tons of outdoor activities to choose from: Go horseback riding, rafting, and trekking in the beautiful Salta region in the Northwest of Argentina.

Note: This is a tour extension, combine this tour with one of our full package tours.

Highlights

  • Salta City Tour
  • San Lorenzo
  • Valley of Lerma
  • Cabra Corral Dam
  • Juramento River

Included

  • 4-Nights accommodations
  • All breakfasts
  • All tours, transfers, and entrance fees
  • Archaeological ruins of Tastil
  • Train to the Clouds
  • Horseback riding
  • Rafting Juramento river
  • Trekking

Sample Itinerary

Historic white colonial building with arches and a bell tower in Salta, Argentina, surrounded by orange trees on a sunny day with a bright blue sky—perfect for an adventure tour.
Day 1

Reception at Salta airport and transfer to hotel. In the evening, 4WD ride to Potrero Grande, a place with a natural beauty protected by mountains. Those who make this tour will venture to drive a quad bike through adventurous paths crossed by streams and difficult slopes. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

A brightly colored train travels across a tall steel viaduct bridge in Salta, Argentina, spanning a dry valley with hills and sparse vegetation under a clear blue sky—perfect for an unforgettable adventure tour.
Day 2

Thanks to the technical conditions of the vehicles, the “Safari to the Clouds ” offers the possibility to combine three unique tours of Northwest Argentina in an unforgettable day: first, the ” Road to the Clouds ”, following the tracks of the famous Train to Clouds , admiring this magnificent engineering work started in the 20’s by the Quebrada del Toro to San Antonio de los Cobres. Second, the crossing of the Puna by Route 40 up to Salinas Grandes. And third, Cuesta de Lipan to the picturesque village of Purmamarca. The circuit is completed with the arrival in Salta.

Six saddled horses of various colors stand in a row, tied to wooden posts inside a rustic stable with sand on the ground. Sunlight highlights their coats as they await an adventure tour in Salta, Argentina, with the barn structure visible behind them.
Day 3

Have breakfast in your hotel and then meet your guide and fellow riders for a horseback riding tour near San Lorenzo. This full-day horseback ride is a relaxing, enjoyable way to see the hills, landscapes, and farms of the San Lorenzo region. Visit the Lesser farm and surrounding fields. In the late afternoon, return to your hotel in San Lorenzo and relax.

A group of people wearing helmets and life jackets paddle an inflatable raft through whitewater rapids in Salta, Argentina, surrounded by lush trees and greenery on this thrilling adventure tour.
Day 4

Enjoy another full day of exciting adventures in this remote part of northwestern Argentina. After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to the Cabra corral for river rafting and trekking. First, hop into a river rafting boat to take on the rapids of the River Juramento. The Juramento river canyon is an amazing natural landscape. After tackling the rapids, hike through the Cerro Peñas Blancas, the White Pains Hills, until you arrive at an indigenous observatory. In the late afternoon, transfer back to your hotel in San Lorenzo.

Historic pink and yellow cathedral in Salta, Argentina, with arched entrances, ornate details, and a large central rose window, surrounded by palm trees and greenery—a must-see on any adventure tour, with people walking in front.
Day 5

After breakfast, take a city tour of Salta, and climb the Cerro San Bernardo on the outskirts of the city. Then visit the Cathedral, Church of San Francisco, Town Hall, the Historic Museum of the North, as well as the crafts market where you can purchase silver trinkets and handicrafts. In the afternoon, transfer to the bus station or airport for your journey home or to your next destination in South America.

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Estimated Tour Price Without Flights

Prices vary according to several factors including: season, number of people traveling, shared vs private excursions, when you book and rooming arrangements. These are from prices based on low season.

We can customize anything for any time of year! Contact us for an exact quote for your trip.

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$1633
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$1663
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$1707
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Deluxe
From US
$1910
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*Budget generally includes excursions in group, Superior & Deluxe private excursions, & Basic is a best mix (varies by itinerary & excurion)

Note: ALL itineraries are 100% customizable to create your perfect trip!

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$1294
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$1318
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$1633
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Deluxe
From US
$1860
Per Person

*Budget generally includes excursions in group, Superior & Deluxe private excursions, & Basic is a best mix (varies by itinerary & excurion)

Note: ALL itineraries are 100% customizable to create your perfect trip!

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$1195
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$1220
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$1491
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Deluxe
From US
$1712
Per Person

*Budget generally includes excursions in group, Superior & Deluxe private excursions, & Basic is a best mix (varies by itinerary & excurion)

Note: ALL itineraries are 100% customizable to create your perfect trip!

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