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The 10 Best Wine Tours & Tastings in Northern Argentina, Northern Argentina
Discover the best top things to do in Northern Argentina, Argentina including 4-Day Trip to Salta by Air from Buenos Aires, Exclusive day-long private tour of Cafayate vineyards, Luxury Colome wine tour, Argentina from Salta, Northern region, to Mendoza , the central west region., Gourmet Experience Patagonia Wine Route, Rio Negro Wineries, Paleontological Experience in Barreales and Bodega, Cafayate Luxury tour, Full-Day Tour Cafayate Calchaqui Valleys with Wine, Calchaquí Valley and Cafayate Winery Day Trip from Salta.
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1. 4-Day Trip to Salta by Air from Buenos Aires
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Fly from Buenos Aires for a 3-night Northwest adventure! Just 2 hours away by air, arrive to the city of Salta, an unique province capital known for its colonial architecture, that you will enjoy in a free tour at the same day. Visit Cafayate and Humahuaca, both cities in 2 days of tours, marveling at amazing landscapes and small villages, including one of the most famous hill: Seven Colors Hill in Humahuaca.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Round-trip flights from Buenos Aires to Salta, Transport by air-conditioned coach from Salta airport to hotels, 3 nights in a 3-star accommodation at Patios de Lerma, Altos de Balcarce or Hotel Marilian (Double room with breakfast), Professional guide
Exclusions: Food and Drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By alenag745
I Do not recommend this company I did a pre-planned day trip of Argentina. It was arranged they pick me up from nearby hotel. I msg to confirm and they changed the plans and I had to meet there which wasn’t Easy to find. I attempted many times to contact them via the phone numbers they provided and concierge also attempted, but they never responded. Then I only got half the tour. Try other more reliable and reputable companies.
2. Exclusive day-long private tour of Cafayate vineyards
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
An exclusive one day tour of some of the best vineyards in Argentina. Salta is home to the highest altitude wine region in the world, and this area is still a relatively undiscovered gem. In the premier wine town of Cafayate we will sample Torrontes, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tannat. You will also visit the Quebrada de las Conchas canyon, with the naturally formed geological wonders of the Garganta del Dlablo and Amfiteatro, a naturally-formed amphitheatre. This trip is tailor-made to your tastes, in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, Snacks, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Tasting fees
Reviewed By 701trevort
We took this tour with Rodrigo guiding us in late February just before the coronavirus shut down travel. Having the personal attention of a private tour was great and Rodrigo quickly gauged our interests and modified the tour to meet our interests as we went. We were fortunate being in the region during Carnivale celebrations and to be able to experience the thrill and chaos of the occasion. There were many highlights of an action packed few days but the Hornocal, Salinas Grandes and San Salvador de Jujuy stand out. Rodrigo’s knowledge of the history and culture and personal contacts were excellent and really added to our enjoyment. We can highly recommend this trip and Poncho Tours service from the booking process, airport pickup and arrangements generally were exemplary.
3. Luxury Colome wine tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
An exclusive two day private tour to a luxury vineyard in one of the highest altitude wine regions in the world. Originally founded in 1831, Colome winery is set in stunning landscape in the heart of the Valles Calchaquies in Salta, at the end of a long winding dusty road. Your arrival is richly rewarded with a refreshing glass of Torrontes, the emblematic white wine of this area. After a trip through the Parque Nacional de los Cardones and Los Colorados, luxuriate in the surroundings of this outstanding hotel. We will also visit the historic and picturesque towns of Molinos and Cachi. This trip is tailor-made to your tastes, in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local taxes, Bottled water, Snacks, Professional English-speaking guide, Tasting fees, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Overnight accommodation, All meals
Exclusions: Gratuities, Wine with dinner
Reviewed By 701trevort
We took this tour with Rodrigo guiding us in late February just before the coronavirus shut down travel. Having the personal attention of a private tour was great and Rodrigo quickly gauged our interests and modified the tour to meet our interests as we went. We were fortunate being in the region during Carnivale celebrations and to be able to experience the thrill and chaos of the occasion. There were many highlights of an action packed few days but the Hornocal, Salinas Grandes and San Salvador de Jujuy stand out. Rodrigo’s knowledge of the history and culture and personal contacts were excellent and really added to our enjoyment. We can highly recommend this trip and Poncho Tours service from the booking process, airport pickup and arrangements generally were exemplary.
4. Argentina from Salta, Northern region, to Mendoza , the central west region.
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
It is a special and different tour because the maximum number of people who can travel is 4 , plus the driver/guide. You will see the best part of the central-north Andean region in a very customised trip
Inclusions: Private transportation, 8 nights of hotels mentioned on program in a double rooms breakfast included, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: meals and beverages, Entrances to Natural reserves and tours inside, Museums entrances
Reviewed By ivolgenn
Thanks a lot Federico for our unforgettable journey, unbelievable landscapes and friendly atmosphere! Good luck and new explorers of unknown world!
5. Gourmet Experience Patagonia Wine Route
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The passengers of the hotel are retired to start the panoramic city tour of the city. The key points of the city will be visited. Then we will go to the town of San Patricio del Chañar, where two wineries will be visited; They will opt for Bodega Schroeder, Malma or End of the World. In them, regional wines recognized nationally and worldwide are produced, winners of different awards for excellence in the quality of their product. During the visit to them, you can observe the wine production process and culminate with a tasting of them in both wineries. During lunch, you can combine international level meals with the excellent wines of the winery, including learning with the chef the secrets of Patagonian food.
Inclusions: Private transportation
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Reviewed By 933teddif
In February 2020, we had a very memorable tour of the Museo Paleontológico Ernesto Bachman, including Villa El Chocón, the dam and surrounding area. I would highly recommended this tour operator. Juan Manuel is extremely knowledgeable about the area and very welcoming. We were very lucky to have his daughter translating from Spanish to English. Great people! Great tour!
6. Rio Negro Wineries
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In the High Valley of Río Negro, the most productive area of this province, different well-known wineries of Río Negro are located. We can visit these wineries, the majority with more than 100 years old, whose wines are more recognized nationally, where we will know the facilities being able to observe the old and current wine production process, and culminating with a tasting of them. Then these wines that can be accompanied with different typical dishes of the area in the different restaurants in the area.
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Entrance to Wineries: $ 140 per person, reimbursed in case of consumption or purchase of products.
Reviewed By 933teddif
In February 2020, we had a very memorable tour of the Museo Paleontológico Ernesto Bachman, including Villa El Chocón, the dam and surrounding area. I would highly recommended this tour operator. Juan Manuel is extremely knowledgeable about the area and very welcoming. We were very lucky to have his daughter translating from Spanish to English. Great people! Great tour!
7. Paleontological Experience in Barreales and Bodega
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Located 90 km from the city of Neuquén Capital is the Los Barreales Paleontological Center, the only site museum, where different species of dinosaurs that inhabited the area millions of years ago can be known both in the museum and outdoors. The site, recently opened to the public, is managed by the National University of Comahue in charge of its geologists and paleontologists who live there and along with them we will travel the paths of history and the ancient species that trod our Patagonian land. Then we will move to the Schroeder Winery, during the guided tour we will discover how one of its caves coined one of its greatest treasures: "Panamericansaurus Schroederi" dinosaur discovered during the construction of the winery that today houses the paleontological remains. A view towards the immense Patagonia stained with vineyards will be the ideal setting for a Patagonian lunch and culminate the day touring its vineyards.
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Entrance to the winery: $ 140 per person, reimbursed if they make consumption or purchase products, Entrance to the Los Barreales Paleontological Center ($ 250 national, $ 500 foreigners)
Reviewed By 933teddif
In February 2020, we had a very memorable tour of the Museo Paleontológico Ernesto Bachman, including Villa El Chocón, the dam and surrounding area. I would highly recommended this tour operator. Juan Manuel is extremely knowledgeable about the area and very welcoming. We were very lucky to have his daughter translating from Spanish to English. Great people! Great tour!
8. Cafayate Luxury tour
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
This is a private day tour for those who like a little luxury! We will visit the very best winery that Cafayate has to offer and give you a taste of the region that is slowly becoming known as "Napa valley on steroids". If you are a wine conocer or if you like to live the life of luxury this is the tour for you. We will explore the beautiful Quebrada de las Conchas and observe its amazing coloured sandstone structures on the way to one of the premium wineries in Argentina. Here you will be able to enjoy a wonderfully relaxed lunch overlooking the vineyards while sipping on the locally made wines. After lunch you will have the jpourney back to Salta to take photos and explore the hidden wonders of the Quebrada.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Local taxes, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Wine tasting, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By vicijw
In December 2019 my wife and I, along with two friends, were treated to an an amazing three day trip around northern Salta Province followed by a more extended six day trip to the south of the province. I say treated because we were in the extraordinarily capable hands of Five Senses Salta. We were taken to a number of fascinating villages where we shopped and dined and also listened to some wonderful ethnic music. We traversed some of the most amazing and varied landscapes - multi coloured rocky valleys, vast open desert plains of cactus and blasted twisted rock formations, ancient native settlements, lush vineyards and river valleys and at one point a seemingly endless salt plain. The hotels we stayed in were top class - a delight to arrive at and we were always sad to leave - but the road beckoned. We travelled in two separate cars which were very comfortable. Given the often demanding road conditions, our drivers were more than up to the task and as guides were full of interesting and relevant information. The trip was part of a more extended visit to South America, including Lima and Machu Picchu in Peru. This part of the trip was also organised via Five Senses contacts based in Lima. We definitely enjoyed the trip of a lifetime with Five Senses. It was easy to communicate with Gareth and his team, who always responded quickly to any questions and tailored the trip to meet our needs in every respect. Airport and hotel pick ups were efficient, cars and drivers of the highest quality and rest days built in to our itinerary. Can’t recommend Salta Province and Five Senses highly enough. Thanks to all.
9. Full-Day Tour Cafayate Calchaqui Valleys with Wine
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4.4 based on 108 reviews
This day-trip to Cafayate offers you one of the most beautiful landscapes in South America. You will be able to see formations in the mountains like The Castles, The Amphitheater, The Devil's Throat and more. In the town of Cafayate you will have a wine tasting and time to walk around the beautiful town.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, National Park fees, Snacks, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By BobandMaggie60
I booked this tour in January for a morning tour with English guide, for our visit to Salta in March. The company quickly contacted me to arrange an alternative pick up point as our hotel was not on their designated pick up list. They suggested outside the station would be nearer for us but never confirmed they would pick us up there. ( I later found out this was actually further away from our hotel than their office which would have been their default option) The day before the trip they asked us to contact the office to confirm our pick up and places on the trip. When we phoned they said there was not a trip in the morning with an English speaking guide ( only in the afternoon..)but they would try to get one. They then let us know by what’s app the only one available was in the afternoon ( but we were flying onwards then so no good for us) and they didn’t know it was mandatory for us to have a trip in the morning!!!! Yet it was advertised as that on trip advisor!!! So I rang them again and asked for a refund but the agent said I would have to claim that through TA and on this occasion he thought it was acceptable. I waited to contact Viator by phone when I was back in the Uk because the automated form online does not give you the opportunity to explain the circumstances for your request for a refund. Viator were very helpful but even then they had to contact Nordic Travel for acknowledgement of the incorrect advertising of a trip that was not actually available as booked. 24 hours later I received an email to confirm my full refund. I will avoid using Nordic Travel in the future.
10. Calchaquí Valley and Cafayate Winery Day Trip from Salta
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4.0 based on 6 reviews
Discover the many ways Mother Nature blessed Argentina’s Salta province on this day trip that combines spectacular scenery with delicious wine. You’ll head south of Salta city into the Calchaquí Valley, known for its array of gorges, rivers, mountains and valleys. Stop at dramatic rock formations like Devil’s Throat, and then visit the wine town of Cafayate, where you’ll tour a neighboring winery and enjoy a tasting of varietals like malbec and torrontés.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned car, van or minibus (depending on the group size), Local guide, Wine tastings, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By 969guruj
we cancel tour 3 weeks before due to pandemic, but not get yet refund, we contact many times but whey to refuse to talk to us
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