Northern Explorer

Day 1  Fly to Buenos Aires    

Day 2  Buenos Aires      
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.      

Day 3  Buenos Aires      
Today, discover the cobbled alleys and colonial architecture of San Telmo, the colourful streets of La Boca and historic Recoleta. This evening unwind with a traditional Argentine dinner and tango show.      

Day 4  Buenos Aires      
Enjoy the day at leisure to explore more of this cosmopolitan city.      

Day 5  Buenos Aires to Iguazú Falls      
Fly to Iguazú Falls and on arrival cross the border into Brazil. Enjoy amazing panoramic views of these world-famous falls on a private half day tour.      

Day 6  Iguazú Falls      
Today, explore the trails through the jungle on the Argentine side of the falls, to see the cascades from an array of viewpoints.    

Day 7  Iguazú Falls to Salta      
Fly to Salta in Argentina’s northwest, a region of outstanding scenery with a fascinating history. This afternoon, head out on a walking tour of this beautiful city.  

Day 8  Salta to Purmamarca      
The winding high altitude roads provide spectacular views of the desert landscape as you explore the village of San Antonio de los Cobres and the vast salt flats of Salinas Grandes. Arrive in the pretty village of Purmamarca, which sits in the shadow of the dramatic striped Hill of Seven Colours.      

Day 9  Purmamarca to Salta      
Today, tour the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a stunning canyon of bizarre rock formations crafted by the harsh desert. Visit the picturesque towns of Humahuaca and Tilcara before returning to Salta this evening.  

Day 10  Salta to Cachi      
Drive west past amazing rock formations and along winding roads to the archaeological ruins and winelands of the Calchaquí Valley. Visit Los Cardones National Park, with its arid mountain landscape and fast cacti forests, before continuing to the historic town of Cachi.  

Day 11  Cachi to Cafayate      
Head south through the valley, stopping en route at the pretty colonial town of Molinos before reaching Cafayate, the heart of the high altitude wine country.    

Day 12  Cafayate      
Today, visit Cafayate's wine museum and two excellent wineries to enjoy tastings and vineyard tours.      

Day 13  Cafayate to Buenos Aires
Drive back to Salta and fly to Buenos Aires for your final night.    

Days 14-15  Fly home