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15-Day The Essential of the Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani
15-Day The Essential of the Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani
15-Day The Essential of the Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani
15-Day The Essential of the Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani

15-Day The Essential of the Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani

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Tour Code: 693606
15-Day The Essential of the Altiplanic Deserts Tour from Buenos Aires: Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Atacama, Villamar and Colchani-map
Departure City Departure City
Buenos Aires
End City End City
Buenos Aires
Duration Duration
15 days
Language Language
English Live, Spanish Live
Tour Themes Tour Themes
Cultural & Historical, Natural Landscapes
Guide Type Guide Type
Guided Tour
Group Size Group Size
Small Group
Activity Level Activity Level
Moderate
Tour Audience Tour Audience
Primarily Spanish-Speaking Travelers

Highlights

  • Unique Desert Adventures: Explore the stunning Altiplano deserts and breathtaking salt flats in Argentina and Bolivia
  • Cultural Immersion: Engage with local traditions in places like Salta, Uyuni, and the Andean highlands, rich in culture and history
  • Scenic Route: 15-Day Journey Through Argentina and Bolivia's Iconic Destinations, including the Uyuni Salt Flats and Hill of Seven Colors
  • All-Inclusive Comfort: Benefit from meals, comfortable transportation, and expert guides who ensure a smooth and enriching experience

Itinerary

1. Due to possible rescheduling, we recommend verifying flights at the time of booking. Please, check out the suggested and mandatory flights below: 

2. In Northern Argentina, the weather can be changeable so we recommend dressing in layers and wearing comfortable clothing. In Iguazú, lightweight clothing and a raincoat or waterproof layer are suggested for walking along the boardwalks. Sunscreen and sunglasses are essential throughout your trip.
3. The Altiplano itinerary includes high-altitude areas; due to lower air pressure, it is recommended to stay hydrated, walk at a relaxed pace, and take precautions if you have a history of blood pressure issues. Additionally, due to the rainy season from December to March, some tours may be affected or rescheduled.
4. Optional excursions are available to complement your experience.
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D1
Buenos Aires
Tourist Category: LENNOX BUENOS AIRES/HUINID OBELI (3* SUP), First Category: NH TANGO (4*) or similar
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Included

Plaza de Mayo

La Boca

Recoleta Cemetery

D2
Buenos Aires - Salta
Tourist Category: ROOMIE HOTEL (3*), First Category: BRIZO SALTA (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Avenida 9 de Julio

Church of San Francisco

D3
Salta - Cachi - Cafayate
Tourist Category: LOS SAUCES (3*), First Category: IRAOLA (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Excluded
D4
Cafayate - Salta
Tourist Category: ROOMIE HOTEL (3*), First Category: BRIZO SALTA (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
D5
Salta - Purmamarca
Tourist Category: HOSTERIA CASA DE ADOBE (3*), First Category: LA COMARCA (BOUTIQUE) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Salinas Grandes

Mountain of the Seven Colors

D6
Purmamarca - San Pedro de Atacama
Tourist Category: CASA DON TOMAS (3*), First Category: ALTIPLANICO (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Andes Mountains, AR

D7
San Pedro de Atacama
Tourist Category: CASA DON TOMAS (3*), First Category: ALTIPLANICO (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Atacama Desert

D8
San Pedro de Atacama
Tourist Category: CASA DON TOMAS (3*), First Category: ALTIPLANICO (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Moon Valley

D9
San Pedro de Atacama - Villamar
JARDINES DE MALKU (3*) or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included

Laguna Verde

Laguna Colorada

D10
Villamar - Colchani
PALACIO DE LA SAL (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included

Valley of the Rocks

D11
Colchani
PALACIO DE LA SAL (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included

Uyuni Salt Flat

D12
Colchani - Tilcara
TERRAZAS DE TILCARA (3*) or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Excluded

Quebrada de Humahuaca

D13
Tilcara - Salta
Tourist Category: ROOMIE HOTEL (3*), First Category: BRIZO SALTA (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Quebrada de Humahuaca

D14
Salta - Buenos Aires
Tourist Category: LENNOX BUENOS AIRES/HUINID OBELI (3* SUP), First Category: NH TANGO (4*) or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
D15
Buenos Aires
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Meeting & Transfer Info

Transfer Info
Time limit for providing flight information:
Kindly submit your flight details at least 30 days in advance of the group joining date. Failure to do so may result in an unsuccessful arrangement of the transfer service.

What’s Included

Includes
  • Needed transfers
  • Accommodation: 14 nights
    Buenos Aires (2) - Salta (3) - Cafayate (1) - Purmamaca (2) - Atacama (3) - Villamar (1) - Colchani (2)
  • Activities: 
    Buenos Aires: 4-hour City tour & Dinner tango Show
    Salta: Walking tour with MAAM – Quebrada de las Flechas, Cafayate and Quebrada del Toro
    Jujuy: Quebrada de Humahuaca.
    Atacama: Altiplanic Lagoons – Salar de Atacama – El Tatio Geysers – Moon Valley
    Uyuni: Colorful Lagoons – Morning Geysers – Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Meals: 14 breakfasts - 4 lunches - 4 dinners (1 during the Tango Show)
  • Needed tickets to the Parks, Reserves and museums:
    MAAM Museum (High Mountain Archaeology Museum)
    Museum of Vine and Wine
    Pucará de Tilcara
    Los Flamencos National Reserve
    El Tatio Geothermal Field
    Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve
    Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Exclusive benefits of our fixed departure:
    Buenos Aires: Early check in with breakfast / Tango lesson previous to the dinner show; 4-hour city tour including admission to Recoleta Cemetery
    Cachi: Lunch on day 3 of the tour
Excludes
  • Flight tickets and airport taxes
  • Extra: laundry service, telephone call
  • Tips (between 10% and 15% in most of the services such as restaurants, hotels, drivers, guides etc...)
  • Eco-tax in Puerto Iguazú, Bariloche and port taxes in the Lake Crossing
  • Early check in / late check out (Except early check-in in Buenos Aires on day 1, in the Fixed Departures)

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation Made Within 16 days prior to departure, No Refund
  • Cancellation Made Within 17 days to 23 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount
  • Cancellation Made Within 24 days to 32 days prior to departure, Refund 70% of total purchase amount
  • Cancellation Made 33 or more days prior to departure, No penalty

Special Notes

  • All guided tours include local bilingual English speaking guide.
  • To avoid extra transportation costs, you must reserve the needed flights in the program.
  • In case of adding nights before or after the program, calculate only the extra night of the hotel, since the transfer in / out in Buenos Aires is already included.
  • Lodging tax exemption in Argentina. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
  • We also offer other languages with surcharge: French, Italian and German. You can check with us for the price.
  • The sequence of the shared tours might be modified for operational reasons. Passengers will be informed upon arrival at each destination.
  • Timing shall be reconfirmed to passengers upon arrival at each destination.
  • Services length will be according to itinerary, any guest delay or extension will be charged to the guest or travel agent.
  • Luggage allowance for transfers: one medium size suitcase per person plus one piece of hand luggage.
  • Passport and Visa Requirements: please check requirements with the Embassies of the countries included in the itinerary, as certain countries may require a visa, invitation letter, reciprocity fee or have a longer requested passport validity. It is the passenger's responsibility to have all the proper and valid documentation to enter the countries involved in the trip.
  • Vaccination and Testing: Certain countries require travelers to be vaccinated and/or tested for specific diseases prior to arrival. Check with the embassies, consulates or migrations websites of visited countries.
  • Medical Advice: Please note that certain activities and destinations might be not recommended for passengers with certain medical conditions due to altitude or required fitness requirements. Please check with your physician before travelling.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE: We highly recommend obtaining a travel insurance. The insurance should provide coverage for costs associated with trip cancellation or interruption, flight delays or cancellations, baggage or personal effect loss or robbery, medical expenses and any other incidentals.
  • Early Arrivals: for arrivals prior to check-in time, access to the room may not be gained immediately. In order to guarantee rooms for early check-in previous overnight shall be reserved and prepaid. Similar conditions apply for late check-out.
  • Check-in time is usually at 15:00/16:00 hours, check-out time is usually 12:00 hours.
  • Early Breakfast: if due to flight schedule, breakfast were necessary prior to/or beyond regular service time it may require previous confirmation and be subject to extra chargers. It might also be served in a different manner.
  • Please note that most hotels require passenger’s credit card as a guarantee upon check-in for possible extra charges during the stay.
  • In case modifications of the whole itinerary or part of it were necessary due to force majeure reasons (strikes, flight cancellations, airport closures, weather conditions, natural catastrophes, etc.), whether they occurred prior to passengers’ arrival or during the trip, Eurotur shall not be deemed responsible for any additional costs incurred. Cancellation of any unused service shall be subject to penalties, and purchase of any new service required will be at passenger's own expense. Under all circumstances, Eurotur will be at passenger's disposal in order to assist with new necessary arrangements. Passengers are always advised to keep all relevant receipts for its later presentation at the airline or travel insurance if it corresponded.

Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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