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Things to do in Cafayate, Northern Argentina: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings
Cafayate (Spanish pronunciation: [kafaˈʒate]) is a town located at the central zone of the Valles Calchaquíes in the province of Salta, Argentina. It sits 1,683 metres (5,522 ft) above mean sea level, at a distance of 189 kilometres (117 mi) from Salta City and 1,329 kilometres (826 mi) from Buenos Aires. It has about 12,000 inhabitants (2001 census [INDEC]).
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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. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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
6. Cafayate Wine Route Day Tour from Salta
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
Hop on a bus and travel along the scenic Route No 68 to tour to the highest wine route in the world. You will find yourself exploring the most recognised wine cellars of the area, while enjoying stunning views of colourful mountains, and don't miss the chance of being part of a wine tasting conducted by local sommeliers, who will guide you through the wine-making history.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Air-conditioned vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Rodolfo C
It is all very nice but the best is Pumamarca. Spare a couple of days to stay there and explore and enjoy that amaizing place. El Tren de la Nubes was a deception. Very good organization but they don’t have a policy to return the money to somebody who gave a 3 days in advance cancelation. You will not enter the clouds, it’s just a name and crossing a 150 feet bridge is ........
7. Cafayate, Vineyards and Calchaquies Valleys Tour from Salta
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3.7 based on 3 reviews
Explore natural features and Argentine wine on a day trip from Salta to Cafayate via the Lerma Valley. You'll see the carved rock formations of Quebrada de las Conchas and visit a winery in Cafayate for an included wine tasting.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only), Air-conditioned vehicle, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch (please bring your own box lunch)
Reviewed By Rodolfo C
It is all very nice but the best is Pumamarca. Spare a couple of days to stay there and explore and enjoy that amaizing place. El Tren de la Nubes was a deception. Very good organization but they don’t have a policy to return the money to somebody who gave a 3 days in advance cancelation. You will not enter the clouds, it’s just a name and crossing a 150 feet bridge is ........
8. Half-Day Wine Road Premium Tour From Cafayate
This excursion is a tour to 2 wineries of Cafayate that are positioned as one of the best of the Calchaqui Valley. There are 2 different options available. This tour could be to San Pedro de Yacochuya and Piattelli Vineyards on the West side or you could go to El Esteco and El Porvenir de los Andes on the East. Of course, a winery tour would not be complete if you're not taken to visit the Museum of the Vine and Wine. In each winery, we do a tour of the facility and you will enjoy the tasting of the best wine produced in the winery. Your tour and tasting are guided by a sommelier that explains the particularities of the wine, the vine and cellar as well.
Inclusions: Beverages, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Rodolfo C
It is all very nice but the best is Pumamarca. Spare a couple of days to stay there and explore and enjoy that amaizing place. El Tren de la Nubes was a deception. Very good organization but they don’t have a policy to return the money to somebody who gave a 3 days in advance cancelation. You will not enter the clouds, it’s just a name and crossing a 150 feet bridge is ........
9. 3-Day Tour to Calchaquies Valleys and Their Wineries
It is a unique trip to the heart of the Calchaqui Valley, where passengers will not only enjoy the unique landscapes, but also the culture and tradition of the place. This tour can have an extension to the famous Colome winery and the James Turrel museum (closed Monday) and also to the extraordinary Ruins of Quilmes (tucuman).
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Accommodation, meals, drinks and tickets to museums, ruins or other attraction.
Reviewed By LAURE_G950
Great travel agency. Very responsive and amazing service. I had a fabulous time . They organised a road trip from Salta through Cafayate and Cachi . Discovered the most beautiful landscapes in the world .
10. 5-Day Salta Luxury Trip
Discover Salta and its surroundings from a whole new point of view! Experience the local flavors going on an exclusive wine tour to Cafayate. Discover the amazing cultures and natural landscapes as Purmamarca, here you will have the best views of the Seven Colours Hill; the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a World Heritage Site; and Iruya a small town with indigenous roots standing between mountains. The Salta Deluxe package includes 4 nights accommodation with breakfast in a 5-star hotel (3 nights in Salta & 1 in Iruya - 3 Star superior), and every transfers in/out and from/to the hotel.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation at 5-star category hotel with breakfast included., Private transfers in/out, Bilingual guides, All the activities detailed on the itinerary
Exclusions: Flights, National Park Fee, Not specified food and drinks
Reviewed By Rodolfo C
It is all very nice but the best is Pumamarca. Spare a couple of days to stay there and explore and enjoy that amaizing place. El Tren de la Nubes was a deception. Very good organization but they don’t have a policy to return the money to somebody who gave a 3 days in advance cancelation. You will not enter the clouds, it’s just a name and crossing a 150 feet bridge is ........
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