Rural community, Hornaditas
Meeting with rural family
Highlights of Argentina: Salta & Jujuy private tour + Iguazú Falls and the Glacier
from $2,785
The best of Argentina in 2 weeks proposes a tour from North to South Argentina. On this trip you will visit Buenos Aires, Salta, Jujuy, Iguazú Falls to end the trip in El Calafate, in southern Patagonia.
After visiting the capital, you will depart to one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the world: the Iguazú Falls! On both sides (Argentine and Brazilian), you will be surprised with its exuberant flora and its varied fauna. Then, you will discover the andean North by private car. On a road trip, you will be able to explore its magnificent routes, its hidden treasures, its towns, its inhabitants and its culture. Besides, you will have a cultural exchange experience with a rural community living in Salta, at la Quebrada del Toro. Lastly, the glacier region awaits you, you will enjoy hiking through the national park, appreciating the legendary trees and snow-capped peaks, navigating through the Argentino lake and the incredible experience of visiting the famous Perito Moreno Glacier.
Price per person on a double basis, in US dollars.
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Vacation Style Holiday TypeCultural, Nature
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Activity Level
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- Day 1 Welcome to Argentina!
- Day 2 Buenos Aires City Tour: Historic center and Southern Neighborhood
- Day 3 Flight to Puerto Iguazú and brazilian side of the falls
- Day 4 Argentinian side of the falls
- Day 5 Flight to Salta
- Day 6 Los Cardones National Park and Calchaquies Valleys
- Day 7 On the route from Cafayate to Salta - Quebrada del Río de las Conchas
- Day 8 Experience with a rural community on the way to San Antonio de los Cobres
- Day 9 Road to Jujuy - Salt desert and Colorful landscapes
- Day 10 Discovering the Quebrada de Humahuaca
- Day 11 Flight to El Calafate, land of glaciers
- Day 12 Full day in an authentic Patagonian ranch and navigation next to the Perito Moreno Glacier
- Day 13 In the footsteps of the Tehuelches
- Day 14 Flight to Buenos Aires and transfer to the hotel
- Day 15 End of the trip
Iguazú Falls, Misiones
Waterfalls in the Iguazú National Park
Patagonia Argentina
Perito Moreno Glacier
Calafate
Calafate Landscape
All about the Highlights of Argentina: Salta & Jujuy private tour + Iguazú Falls and the Glacier.
Travel dates: from 1st October 2020 to 1st April 2021
Blackout dates: none
Departures every day (subject to availability)
Minimum 2 passengers (Extra cost applies for solo travelers)
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
- 14 nights accommodation in a double room.
- Private transportation from day 6 to day 10 (4×4 vehicle with English speaking driver-guide)
- Breakfasts included in all hotels.
- Meals when “included” is mentioned.
- Entrances to the National Parks.
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
- Meals (except when mentioned) and additional personal expenses
- Air transport (national and international), optional.
- Excursions indicated as optional.
Local hotels, family homes and unique properties
At Mater we know that accommodation is much more than a place to sleep. It is an opportunity to experience the local culture. Because of this, our itineraries are designed to stay in local hotels and, whenever possible, have an experience in the family home.
The published price is in standard hotels, but we have options in superior and luxury category hotels. We work with inns, rooms, and charming hotels.
At Mater we always search for alternative activities to those usually chosen by large groups of tourists so that you can have more intimate and authentic experiences, without missing out on the most emblematic places in Argentina.
In this case, you’ll get to visit the best destinations in our country in 15 days and discover the great variety of landscapes and cultures that inhabit Argentina.
On top of our general sustainability policies (see here), there are some specific sustainable actions we take in this particular tour.
One of the main characteristics of rural tourism is the direct and genuine connection with the local people, generating a reciprocal cultural exchange.
In Hornaditas a family will welcome you and invite you to participate on their daily activities such as producing bread or goat cheese.
In Buenos Aires you’ll get to know the hidden aspects of this amazing city guided by a local specialist on our country’s history and culture.
In Patagonia you’ll experience the true Patagonic spirit by visiting an authentic estancia located in the heart of the steppes.
Buenos Aires – Iguazú : 1.50h flight
Iguazú – Salta : 2.10h flight
Ciudad de Salta – Cachi : 4h flight
Cachi – Cafayate : 4 hs on route
Ciudad de Salta – Purmamarca : 3hs on route
Purmamarca – Tilcara : 0.30hs on route
El Calafate – Ushuaia : 1.30h flight
Ushuaia – Buenos Aires:
We suggest that you take this trip either on October, November or March, given that the best time to visit Patagonia and Ushuaia is between October and March, but from December till the end of February it’s the rainy season in the Northwest.
In the city of Salta, located in a valley, the average temperature in winter is 10ºC (50ºF) and in the summer 20ºC (68ºF), with rains between December and February. In the rest of the province temperatures vary according to altitude. For example, in the Puna region there is a big thermal amplitude, with cold mornings and nights and nicer temperatures during the day. In Cachi and Cafayate the weather is warm in the summer with an average temperature of 28ºC (82ºF), long days and cooler nights. During the winter the daytime average temperature drops to 15ºC (59ºF).
In the Quebrada de Humahuaca, the average temperature during the summer is 23ºC (73.4ºF) and in winter 16ºC (60.8ºF).
In El Calafate the average annual temperature is 7.5ºC (45.5ºF) and in January, the warmest month, daytime temperatures are usually around 15ºC (59ºF).
Ushuaia has an annual average temperature of 5.7ºC (42ºF). In summer days temperatures are usually around 20ºC (68ºF) and in the mornings and nights are colder (10ºC – 50ºF).
There are daily direct flights between El Calafate and Ushuaia, and between Buenos Aires and Puerto Iguazú. Between Salta and Puerto Iguazú there are also direct flights almost every day. Be aware that in order to fly from the North to Patagonia you’ll probably have a stopover in one of the main cities (usually Buenos Aires or Córdoba).
All the cities visited are safe but, just like in any destination, we suggest that you pay attention to your belongings, especially in places that are visited by many tourists daily, such as the Perito Moreno footbridges or the Iguazú Falls. In Buenos Aires while visiting neighborhoods such as La Boca we suggest that you don’t have cell phones or cameras permanently in display, avoid dark and deserted streets (especially at night), and don’t wear jewelry that’s too flashy.
In Calafate, you cannot miss out on the “cordero patagónico (lamb), and in Ushuaia you should definitely try the centolla (a kind of crab).
In the North, gastronomy changes completely. You’ll get to enjoy the delicious empanadas, humitas, cabrito casseroles, and more!
In Puerto Iguazú we strongly suggest that you try the Iguazú River fish.
Overall Rating
5/5
fabulous trip, we discovered an absolutely gigantic country !! magnificent landscapes, adorable, smiling, welcoming people. our stay with the locals was a real human encounter. Thank you!
An unforgettable trip, Gaston had programmed everything we wanted to see very well and the landscapes are grandiose and impressive. I recommend it to anyone who wants to see fantastic landscapes and meet very welcoming and helpful people.
The trip was perfect with beautiful weather and landscapes! The activities were all fun and went on well. Loved el Chalten with the freedom to be able to make the desired hikes on my own.
2 weeks to pure enjoyment. Shocking contrast of landscapes and natural beauty