Excursion to Cafayate and Quebrada de las Conchas
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 11–12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
We will travel to the city of Cafayate, the land of the sun and wine, located in the Calchaquí Valley 180 km from the Salta capital that are transited by one of the most striking and renowned routes of the Argentine North. Visit to the wine center of the province, crossing La Quebrada de Las Conchas. Erosion has formed a succession of natural wonders such as the Devil's Throat, a deep, closed canyon. The Amphitheater (with perfect natural acoustics), The Toad, The Friar, The Obelisk, The Castles. Gradually, the arid landscape is replaced by large tracts of vineyards until you reach one of the most striking regions within the Calchaquíes Valleys: Cafayate, a town of single-storey houses between colonial and baroque architecture of the late 19th century.
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Visit to the Quebrada de las Conchas and entrance to a winery with wine tasting.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
Visit to the wine center of the province, crossing La Quebrada de Las Conchas. Route: National Route 68 (Wine Route); Lerma Valley (Cerrillos, La Merced, El Carril, Coronel Moldes, La Viña (technical stop)
Erosion in the region has formed a succession of natural wonders such as the Devil's Throat, a deep and closed canyon. The Amphitheater (with perfect natural acoustics). The Toad, The Friar, The Obelisk, The Castles. Gradually, the aridity of the landscape is replaced by large tracts of vineyards until you reach one of the most outstanding regions within the Calchaquíes Valleys: Cafayate, a village of single-storey houses between colonial and baroque of the late 19th century. Quebrada de las Conchas: More than 10 stops in multicolored formations caused by the erosion of wind and water such as The Devil's Throat, The Amphitheater, La Yesera, Las Ventanas, Los Castillos, etc.
In Cafayate you will have the opportunity to visit a winery and taste the best wines in the area. Although the region always refers to Torrontés, the place has a lot of hectares dedicated to red grapes such as Malbec, Tannat or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Visit the city of Cafayate and a winery. We will have 2 free hours in the city to have lunch and explore. Village of single-storey houses between colonial and baroque architecture of the late 19th century. (Lunch and drinks are NOT included in the price)
We returned to Salta along the Quebrada de las Conchas along Route 68, making the stops we missed on the outbound journey and touring this beautiful and unique landscape of Argentina.
Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in La Viña or Talapampa to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.4
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Ratings come from 37 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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2No AC on the bus
Our guide Jes was great she explained everything in a lot of detail in both Spanish and English, the views were breathtaking. However the bus did not have a functioning AC which made the trip unbearable, we also couldn't open all the windows so the temperature inside and the lack of air was horrid. Personally I also didn't care for the stop in the winery the guide there did her best to explain things in English but it wasn't very good. I understand Spanish and I booked this tour for the Quebrada so it didn't matter to me but if you are interested in that part be aware they don't really speak English.
5Great guide and amazing trip
Tour is great, the Canyon is beautiful and wineries on the other side is interesting as well Tour is done with care, pick up on time. All information is equally in Spanish and English, and the guide takes care so everyone feels good. Van was comfortable, seats had head support The drive is quite long, but road and driver is good. We left salta around 8 and returned around 7-9 as well
1Terrible
Terrible experience on the Tour to Cafayate with Quebrada Turismo which I booked with Getyourguide. Terrible communication with the company. They kept me waiting almost an hour for the pickup. When I informed the guide (Martín) that they had been delayed for a long time, he told me that he is only the guide, that the complaints go to getyourguide or Quebrada Turismo. Martín got all rude because I had complained about the delay in picking up. The visit to the winery is only in Spanish so for those who speak only English it is not worth doing it. The tour doesn't stop in all the viewing points mentioned (only in 4 of them). You just drive and see them as you pass The tour guide Martín was sitting adelites in the van reading the "script" only what we were seeing, little interaction with us. In short, terrible professionalism of the guide Martín and the Quebrada Turismo company
5Great Tour Outside the City to See Beautiful Mountain Area
Great tour of the mountains, a village and winery. The guides Fabio and Carolina were welcoming and knowledgeable.
4A day of Surprises!
Very much enjoyed the day - Fabio was GREAT! made a point of making everyone feel welcome - even got up at the lunch spot to get our meals for us - full of humour and enthusiasm ! Really enjoyed the lunch and the music!!!
4This tour was visually...
This tour was visually breathtaking and the stops were good choices for beauty and photos. What I didn’t like was that the microphone on the bus was bad and made it nearly impossible to understand what the guide was saying. Also, the recommended place that was declared as a cheap and delicious place was mediocre and overpriced. The fact that the staff did not eat there should have been a red flag. Makes me think they get commission. Definitely eat elsewhere.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 23 travellers
- Operated by
- La Quebrada Turismo
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Salta
- Its from-price is 42% below the median of the 23 hop-on hop-off we list in Salta.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 7 of 23.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Salta
Salta, a colonial city in a green valley of north-west Argentina, is the base for the Andean canyons, vineyards and high desert of the region.
Salta sits in the Lerma Valley at about 1,200 metres, ringed by green hills at the edge of the Andes. Its centre keeps Spanish colonial buildings around the Plaza 9 de Julio, among them a pink-fronted cathedral, the arcaded Cabildo and the Convent of San Bernardo with its carved wooden door. A cable car climbs Cerro San Bernardo for a view over the rooftops.
Top-ranked sights in Salta: Great Salt Flats (Salinas Grandes), Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo), Purmamarca.
