All Northwest Argentina Tours & Excursions in 2026

Surrender to the serenity of the Rio Hondo hot springs on a full-day excursion from San Miguel de Tucumán. At Argentina’s most famous hot springs, you’ll immerse yourself in the medicinal waters and take a relaxed stroll along the picturesque waterfront. Spend some leisurely free time in the mall and dance with lady luck in Rio Hondo’s casino. Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from San Miguel de Tucumán is included.

Appease your appetite for Argentinian wine at two of the best wineries in the Calchaqui Valley during this half-day trip from Cafayate. Together with your guide, choose from four wineries, grouped together in the east or west of the valley, and stop at each for a guided tour and tasting. Round out your wine education with a stop at the Museum of the Vine and Wine. All entrance fees, tastings, and round-trip transportation from Cayafate are included.

The walk with llamas is an activity in which the passenger will enjoy a short and enjoyable tour in the company of llamas. My llamas are very friendly and they are allowed to take close-up pictures. The route adapts to the need of the passenger, usually has a duration of two hours. While enjoying the walk, the geology of the landscape, the history and the native plants are interpreted with their medicinal use.

Wind your way through forested gorges and lush valleys to Tafí del Valle on this half-day tour from Tucumán. Admire the Jesuit architecture and alpine scenery of the town at 2,000 meters above sea level, then visit nearby landmarks like the Los Sosa River Gorge, La Angostura Dam and the Los Menhires archaeological site.

Lying in the Calchaquí Valleys, Cafayate is famed for both its landscapes and its wine. Savor both on this full-day trip from Salta. Marvel at red-hued rock formations including the Devil’s Throat, Amphitheater, and Castles, then visit a winery where an included wine-tasting experience introduces you to some of the region's best wines.

Discover the natural splendor of Yungas on an invigorating half-day trip from San Miguel de Tucuman. Alongside your guide, relish the tranquility of Yerba Buena and marvel at the dramatic ravines and hillocks of Villa Nougues. From the hills of San Javier, absorb spectacular views and explore the dense woods of Raco and El Siambon before passing through the Cadilla Dam. Stop at the Dr. Ernesto Padilla Museum of Archaeology to conclude your tour.

Brave the rapids of the Juramento River during this fun-filled 10-hour white-water rafting experience from Salta. Challenge yourself on this scenic waterway’s collection of 10 Class III rapids and five Class II sections, marveling at the river canyon’s ancient walls dating back more than 65 million years. All equipment and an Argentine-style ‘asado’ barbecue lunch are included.

Half-day trekking in which you will enjoy a personalized activity. We will walk paths where the colors of the mountains will motivate us to interpret the different geological processes. The middle section of our route passes through a mud maze with vertical walls over 40 meters high. When we reach 2700 meters / nm we will rest, enjoying a unique landscape alone, maybe the condor will fly through our place of rest. The sun, the clouds, the wind will be our only travel companions. I offer you an activity in which we will walk 8 kms approximately. The circuit is located on the outskirts of Purmamarca being an exclusive place for which other people do not enter. It is a pleasant journey in which we will share stories about geology, native plants and their medicinal use, as well as the history of the region.

A visit to the destination enshrined as Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity (UNESCO) crossing the homonymous ravine, discovering exceptional landscapes, towns and cultures. Unique towns are shown, such as Purmamarca, famous for the setting of the Cerro de los Siete Colores, Maimará, with colorful slopes called Paleta del Pintor. Tilcara stands out for its Pucará (high fortress) whose ruins have been partially destroyed. Uquía shows its chapel, built in the 17th century, worked in laminated gold, Humahuaca gives its name to the Quebrada and is its largest population, with cobbled streets and iron lampposts on the corners, it is also the highest point of the route, 2,940 meters above sea level. Main attractions: The Independence Monument, Cathedral Church and Municipal Building.

We know that many of the landscapes of the Quebrada de Humahuaca speak for themselves, but touring them by bicycle accompanied by a guide will be a different and enriching experience.

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.

The wonders of Northern Argentina are dazzling yet dispersed, so figuring out how to fit all of its highlights into a few days can feel tough. This 4-day tour helps you maximize your time by taking care of transportation and tours in Cachi, Cafayate, and Purmamarca, so that you can avoid making lots of different bookings and ensure you cover more sights in less time.

Mendoza might be most famous for wine, but Cafayate in northern Argentina is a hidden gem with a rich viniculture. This day trip from Salta saves you the stress of navigating rugged desert roads and helps you see the highlights of Cafayate, which includes La Garganta del Diablo canyon and a boutique winery, without worrying about arranging logistics.

Explore some of Argentina’s most spectacular landscapes without the hassle of renting a car and navigating unfamiliar roads. This full-day tour from Salta checks off the most stunning spots in Argentina's wild northwest. Marvel at the striking white salt flats of Salinas Grandes; admire the Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colors); journey up the zigzagging mountain road, Cuesta de Lipán, and shop for handicrafts at the colorful Purmamarca artisan market.

We know that many of the landscapes of the Quebrada de Humahuaca speak for themselves, but touring them by bicycle accompanied by a guide will be a different and enriching experience.

Discover the Stunning and More Beautiful Landscapes of Northern Argentina. First we will visit the beautiful town of Purmamarca where the incredible hill of 7 colors is located. We made ascent through the majestic Lipan Hill to reach the Salinas Grandes, one of the 7 Wonders of the Argentine Republic. After lunch, we will take the Solar Train of the Humahuaca Gorge. The train tour will end at the train station in the town of Volcano around 17:10 h. It is at this station that Passengers will meet the Guide and the Vehicle (a waiting time of 10' / 15' minutes is requested) to start the Return Journey to the City of Salta where the Service will end at approximately 20:00 h. Solar Train places are subject to availability. The train does not run on Mondays or Wednesdays

In this Service, Passengers will visa one of the most beautiful places in Northern Argentina, which was recently selected as one of the 7 Wonders of Argentina: SALINAS GRANES. You will also know and tour the town of Purmamarca, belonging to the Quebrada de Humahuaca (World Heritage Site) and enjoy the 7 Color Hill and the Beautiful Paseo de los Colorados (Back of the Seven Colors Hill)

This Special Tour Package / Combo Combines 2 of the most Important Full-Day Excursions in Northern Argentina

Northwest Argentina is home to some of the country's most spectacular landscapes, but reaching them can be tricky on your own. This day trip from Salta ensures that you see the best of the region in just one day. Admire Purmamarca's Hill of Seven Colors and the spectacular colors of the Paleta del Pintor (Painter's Palette), then board a sturdy 4x4 vehicle for an off-road ride to the Serranías del Hornocal (Hill of 14 Colors).

Roll across dramatic Andean scenery aboard the historic Train to the Clouds. On this small-group tour from Salta limited to just 10 people, travel by bus to reach the train station at San Antonio de los Cobres, stopping along the way to take photos and support local artisan communities. Then climb aboard the ‘Tren a las Nubes,’ ascending to the impressive Polvorilla Viaduct on one of the world’s highest railways.

It is a tour that will captivate you with its majestic landscapes. Cafayate will dazzle you with its ravine, the town of Cachi with its colonial atmosphere and Salinas Grandes will catch you in its immensity.

Explore the wild landscapes of northwest Argentina on this full-day Cachi tour from Salta. Journey through the Escoipe Gorge and the Enchanted Valley, drive the winding mountain road of Cuesta del Obispo, and marvel at the giant cacti of the Los Cardones National Park, then admire the colonial architecture and browse the handicrafts market of Cachi.

Discover a side of Argentina that most people miss out on during a day trip to Cachi from Salta. Walk part of the Cuesta del Obispo loop, flanked by rock formations and cacti, without worrying about losing your way, and delve deeper into local culture than you would alone during your time amongst the colonial architecture of Cachi.