Top Activities on the Ground in Salta

They will experience an experience that combines landscapes, history and regional gastronomy in a unique way so that they can get to know the places from the perspective of a typical local. Additionally, the tour can be personalized to create a trip specifically adapted to what travelers want. A day to enjoy the mountains with their unique fauna and vegetation combined with history and cultures whose origins date back to times before the arrival of the Spanish. And to close we can enjoy a different lunch in the middle of nature.

Salta is the cultural hub of Argentina’s northwest, but getting your bearings can feel tricky as a first-time visitor. Skip the guesswork for a comprehensive tour that takes you directly to the city's highlights, and in the process, get your bearings. As you explore landmarks such as the Cathedral of Salta, San Francisco Church, San Bernardo Hill, and the General Guemes statue, get insider info on the city from your local guide. There's even time to shop for souvenirs at an artisan market and visit San Lorenzo, a subtropical retreat for the wealthy.

Embark on an adventure through the sub-tropical jungle of Argentina with this full day hiking experience. Led by an experienced guide fluent in both English and Spanish, every trek is tailored to your interests, preferences and fitness levels. Explore the town of San Lorenzo and its surrounding fauna, located just outside of Salta, before enjoying a supplied lunch of delicious empanadas.

Explore the extraordinary landscapes and historic gems of Argentina’s wild northwest on this full-day tour from Salta. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Humahuaca gorge and the ‘Hill of Seven Colors; shop for handicrafts at Purmamarca market; visit the ancient ruins of Tilcara; and admire the legendary Arcabuceros Angels at Uquía Church.

Embark on this Full-Day Private Calchaquí Valley & Cafayate Wine Tour and indulge your senses in the heart of Argentina's renowned wine country! Your day begins with a personalized, chauffeur-driven journey through the stunning landscapes, setting the scene for an unforgettable adventure. As you traverse the picturesque landscape, you'll have the opportunity to stop for the best photos at Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas and La Garganta del Diablo - each with its own unique charm and distinctive features. Expert sommeliers and winemakers will guide you through tastings of exceptional wines at Cafayate vineyards, sharing deep knowledge and passion for winemaking. Enjoy a delightful traditional lunch, paired with local specialties, perfectly complementing the wines you've tasted throughout the day. Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting memories on this Private Cafayate Wine Tour, escaping the hustle for a day of indulgence and appreciation of Argentina's vinicultural heritage.

Maximize time in Cafayate with a full-day private vineyard tour from Salta. Get picked up at your hotel and travel through the scenic Quebrada de las Conchas canyon. Taste local wines including Malbec, Torrontes, and Tannat at three vineyards in Cafayate. Learn about high-altitude wines and leave the driving to your private guide.

Discover the diverse landscapes of northwest Argentina on this full-day Cafayate tour from Salta. Journey through the Valley of Lerma, stop at a tobacco plantation to watch traditional production methods, and admire the dramatic red rock mountains of Quebrada de las Conchas, then enjoy wine tasting in Cafayate Town.

With this 6-day package in the provinces of Salta and Jujuy, you can enjoy the natural wonders of Northern Argentina. Salta and Jujuy are the ideal destinations to enjoy unique views and scenes of this region of the country, desert and arid, in its small towns full of unique charm, surrounded by incredible valleys and mountains. This package includes accommodation, excursions and transfers.

Explore Argentina’s multi-colored side on this tough hiking expedition. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head to the Quebrada de Toro, ascending up a super-steep gradient—and through a technicolor canyon—to Inca ruins from the 1400s. Expect wild vistas the entire way, a guide handling all trail finding, and a rewarding picnic lunch while you bask in the view.

Argentina’s Inca Trail runs all the way from Mendoza to Salta, linking some of the country’s most impressive Inca ruins and ancient trade routes. On this tour, tackle one of the most remote and beautiful sections on a day hike through the dramatic Quebrada de Toro canyon and enjoy stunning views of the famous ‘Train to the Clouds’ railway.

Argentina’s mountainous landscapes are arguably some of the most beautiful in the world, but perhaps none more so than the 14-Color Mountain and the Hill of the Seven Colors. Leaving from Salta, this day-trip gives visitors the chance to see both, along with the Painter’s Palette and a 12th-century fort. Perfect for those short on time or without their own transport, this trip also includes free time to explore Purmamarca and Uquia.