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S.M. de TucumánQuilmes

MolinosCachi

Salta

Northwestern Argentina: an area full of contrasts where the visitor

becomes submersed in the historic roots of Latin American civilization,

in a landscape of valleys, gorges and small towns where colonial architec-

ture has melted with modern life and some others so deeply stuck in time that

no traces of contemporary life are found. Plunge into a magical ambience

where the fresh air stresses the presence of the colorful hills and the irregular

geological formations of the gorges and where the warm weather and its

most amiable people make your stay really enjoyable.

DAY 01: San Miguel de Tucumán

Reception at Tucumán airport and transfer to hotel. City tour including visit

to Villa Nogués and Mount San Javier. Accommodation. Dinner.

DAY 02: San Miguel de Tucumán / Quilmes

Continental breakfast. Departure for a tour to Quilmes ruins. Passing through

the Quebrada de los Sosa (Los Sosa Ravine), viewing the Monument to the

Calchaquí Aborigine and El Mollar with its “Menhires” (monolitic rock stat-

ues) and Tafí del Valle, a wondrous summer resort by the side of an artificial

lake. Visit to the aborigine ruins of Quilmes. Accommodation at Quilmes Inn.

Dinner.

DAY 03: Quilmes / Molinos

Continental brekfast. Departure to Cafayate, through the Calchaquí Valleys,

passing Colalao del Valle at Tolombón. Visit to Cafayate, located 1,700 meters

above sea level. This town is one of those peaceful, colonial-style settlements

that never fails to evoke the feeling of a time long past. In such a wonderful

climate, its vineyards produce a worldwide known wine. Visit to a winery.

The panoramic view of the valleys continues while travelling the Quebrada de

las Conchas (also known as Cafayate Gorge) with colorful rock formations

carved by the wind: the 'Amphitheatre', the 'Castle', the 'Priest', the 'Devil’s

Throat'. Afterwards the tour will go on northwest bound, along a mountain

road, passing by small typical villages devoted to peppermint farming such as

Animaná, el Barrial and San Carlos. Arrival at Molinos. Accommodation at a

charming inn built in the XIX century from where it is possible to get a won-

derful view down to the valleys. Dinner.

DAY 04: Molinos / Cachi / Salta

Continental breakfast. Departure for San José de Cachi an ancient town

founded in the XVII century at the foot of the white snow-covered peak of

Cachi, with a wonderful view of the surrounding valleys. Visit to the archaeo-

logical museum and the parish church. Following the route, across Los

Cardones National Park, with its huge abundance of this giant cactuses,

upwards Cuesta del Obispo, called the Condor’s home, reaching 3,720 meters

above sea level with a colorful view of the Calchaquí Valleys, a natural treas-

ure located in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. Afternoon

arrival in Salta. Accommodation at Hotel. Dinner.

DAY 05: Salta

Departure for a drive along the historic Humahuaca Gorge, passing León,

Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca framed by the Seven-Colored Hill, Tilcara

with its archaeological museum and the old refurbished indian fortress

(known as Pucará de Tilcara), and Uquía Church, finally arriving in

Humahuaca. Visit to the Handicraft Fair. On the way back to Salta it will be

interesting to stop at Jujuy for a visit of this nice city. Afternoon arrival in

Salta. Accommodation at Hotel. Dinner.

DAY 06: Salta

Day at leisure for optional tours. Accommodation at Hotel. Dinner.

DAY 07: Salta

City tour visiting the major points of interest and transfer to the local airport.

Optional tours:Tren a las Nubes (Train to the Clouds) to Viaducto La Polvorilla (The

Polvorilla Viaduct), 214 km away at 4,200 meters at sea level, admiring the

changing colors of the sharp rocks. The highest spot of this trip is the amaz-

ing crossing of the viaduct suspended on the abyss on fabulous pillars.

(Saturdays from May to October).

Safari Movitrack following the famous track of the “Train of the Clouds”

through the Del Toro Gorge to San Antonio de los Cobres; reaching then the

Salinas Grandes (Grand Salt Pits) in Jujuy by crossing the Puna; and at last

on the way back, the downhill trip of Lipan that will allow a visit to the pic-

turesque village of Purmamarca. Return to Salta.

DEPARTURESSundaysMoviTrack departures:Mondays /Thursdays

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Tilcara

Quilmes

Buenos Aires

DAY 04: Salta

Continental breakfast. Departure towards a densely forested area in the out-

skirts of Salta to enjoy a birdwatching tour, with guides specialized in

ornithology, to see the typical bird species typical of Northwest Argentina,

which outstands for their immense beauty and great variety. Do not miss the

imposing flight of the Condor and the continuous fluttering of the little birds

in the lusty forest. Return to Salta. Accommodation.

DAY 05: Salta / Tilcara

Continental breakfast. Early departure on another Movitrack Safari following

the tracks of the famous "Train to the Clouds". The tour stops several times

along the impressive "Quebrada del Toro" (Bull’s Gorge), until reaching San

Antonio de los Cobres (3,775 meters high). Then the trip goes on along the old

route 40 through the Puna till the Salinas Grandes (Grand Salt Pit). Several

stops in the way will allow you to take pictures of the vast landscape and the

llamas. After crossing a 4,000 metres high pass, the way goes down the spiral-

like route of Cuesta de Lipan through the Purmamarca Valley till the historical

village of the same name, where the Seven Color Hill provides a most attrac-

tive backdrop. After a walk in this nice village which has an important handi-

craft market, you will go on to Tilcara, another village situated in the famous

Quebrada de Humahuaca (Humahuaca Gorge). Dinner. Accommodation.

DAY 06: Tilcara / Salta

Continental breakfast. The morning starts with a walking tour in Tilcara

fortress ruin site, on the top of a low hill surrounded by large cactuses. Then

on to Humahuaca Village to discover a town where people continue keeping

many old time traditions in their everyday life combined with many traits of

modernity. In the afternoon, return to Salta stopping for a while at San

Salvador de Jujuy, for a short visit of the most interesting places in the city.

Visit to a traditional farm in Salta, located in the middle of an area covered

by subtropical vegetation. Arrival in Salta. Accommodation.

DAY 07: Salta / Buenos Aires

Continental breakfast. Transfer to local airport to board flight to Buenos

Aires.

Movitrack offers an exciting alternative way of touring the

Northwest of Argentina in its famous “tracking” tours. Their special

4WD vehicles are designed to offer the greatest pleasure during the tours,

with a high degree of comfort and safety. Its sliding roof and the rear roof

give you the chance to travel in the open air and enjoy a fully panoramic

view of the gorgeous surrounding landscapes. The roof allows people to

enjoy the trip in fresh air with a complete panoramic view. It makes possible

to observe wild animals, exotic vegetation and impressive landscapes so

close that the trip really merits the label "Safari".

Take this unique opportunity to share some of the most amazing safaris: to

the Quilmes Ruins and Cafayate and to the Humahuaca Gorge.

DAY 01: Salta

Reception at local airport. Transfer to the hotel. City tour of Salta and its rich

architecture, including the Cathedral and the Cabildo (Old City Hall) both built

in the XIX century. A panoramic view of the city from San Bernardo hill is

also a highlight. Return to the hotel.

DAY 02: Salta / Quilmes

Continental breakfast. Cross the Lerma Valley to get to the Escoipe Canyon

and Cuesta del Obispo (Bishop's Slope). Along Recta de Tin-Tin route, travel

through the National Park Los Cardones to reach the old village of Cachi,

placed at the foot of the snow covered peak of Mount Cachi (6,380 meters

high). On a picturesque little road, skirt the fertile valleys of the Calchaquí

River through little villages such us Molinos, Angastaco and San Carlos, and

later cross the impressive Quebrada de las Flechas (Arrows Gorge).

Accommodation at a fascinating hotel placed close to the Quilmes ruins.

DAY 03: Quilmes / Salta

Continental breakfast. Visit the aborigine ruins and then continue with the

Movitrack to Cafayate to know and "taste" the main activity of this valley, the

wine production. On the way back to Salta, travel through the amazing land-

scape of the Quebrada de las Conchas (Calchaquí River Gorge) with its fasci-

nating rock formations that will be greatly admired from the open roof of the

Movitrack and visit Santa Anita, a traditional goat diary farm. Arrival in Salta

and accommodation.

DEPARTURESDaily all year round

GUIDESpanish and bilingual(English - German -Italian - French)

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DEPARTURESFridays from April toOctober

GUIDESpanish and bilingual(English - German -Italian - French

MEALSHalf board

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Crossing the Andes

Argentina - Chile 6 days

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SaltaSan Antonio de los Cobres

San Pedro de Atacama

DAY 03: Salta

Breakfast. Early departure for a drive along Humahuaca Gorge, passing by

Purmamarca, Tumbaya, Tilcara with its Archeological Museum and the old

Indian fortress called 'Pucará de Tilcara', and the typical parrish church in

Uquía, arriving finally in Humahuaca. Lunch. Visit to the Northern Carnival

Museum and the Handicraft Fair. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 04: Salta

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport.

Optional Tour2-hour rafting along the Juramento River (Difficulty: level 3) with accommo-

dation at Hotel del Dique situated on the coast of the largest man-made lake

in the north: the Cabra Corral Dam; framed by a wonderful landscape and

gorgeous views of the imposing dam along with high quality services. See

dinousaur footprints, petrified seaweed, all enclaved in a beautiful environ-

ment.

DAY 04: San Pedro de Atacama

Early departure to visit the Tatio Geyser (4,300 meters above sea level), a

geothermic field surrounded by high summits, where violent water-spouts

spring up at sunrise, and the coloring of the soil and sky stands out among

the steam columns at the light of the first sunbeams. In the afternoon, tour to

the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) an outstandingly beautiful geological for-

mation. Continue to Calama. Visit to this small depression of saline soil sur-

rounded by amazing hills. Lunch en route. Return to the hotel..

DAY 05: San Pedro de Atacama / San Salvador de Jujuy

Breakfast. Departure from San Pedro de Atacama passing by Susques, a tiny

colonial town; Quebrada Mal Paso (Mal Paso Gorge). Finally arrive at Salinas

Blancas (White Salt Pit), a place of striking beauty. Then Cuesta de Lipan (Lipan

Slope) starts and leads upwards to the plateau at 4,170 meters above sea level.

From that point, observe the salt plains reflecting the blue sky, which makes them

look like an enormous hill-surrounded sea. Proceed to Purmamarca, with the

Seven Colored Hill at its back. Lunch. Arrival in Jujuy. Accommodation at hotel.

DAY 06: San Salvador de Jujuy

Continental breakfast. Transfer to the airport.

Take part in one of the most amazing experiences: crossing the

Andes doing part of the route by the worldwide known “Train to the

Clouds”. Be impressed by the beautiful landscape and the overpowering silence

of the Puna. Discover the typical town of San Antonio de los Cobres and go on to

Chile to visit the Atacama Salt Pit, where pink flamingos are the main attraction.

DAY 01: Salta

Reception and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation. In the afternoon city

tour of Salta, visiting the San Bernardo Hill from where the view of the city is

magnificent. Return to hotel. Dinner.

DAY 02: Salta / San Antonio de los Cobres

Departure by the touristic 'Tren a las Nubes'. The highest spot of this trip is

the amazing crossing of the viaduct suspended on the abyss on fabulous pil-

lars. Accommodation in the old town of San Antonio de los Cobres. Dinner.

DAY 03: San Antonio de los Cobres / San Pedro de Atacama

Breakfast. Departure to San Pedro de Atacama, near Toconao, a small village

and oasis where different kind of fruits are grown. Finally, after bordering

the Salar de Atacama, the largest salt pit in Chile, arrive in San Pedro de

Atacama. Accommodation. Lunch en route.

Salta is the Argentine city where the Spanish influence is best

preserved. Enjoy its touch of elegance that talks of a sumptuous past

that is still alive in its large old houses and flowery courtyards. Also visit

Cafayate, a beautiful village in the Calchaquí Valleys famous for its wine pro-

duction. And do not miss the gorgeous landscapes of the Humahuaca Gorge

with its old towns full of history and tradition.

DAY 01: Salta

Reception at Salta airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, city tour

visiting the Cathedral, the San Francisco Church, San Bernardo Hill with a

magnificent view of the city. Return to hotel. Dinner at restaurant.

DAY 02: Salta

Continental breakfast. Full day excursion to Cafayate, a beautiful village in

Breakfast. Full day excursion to Cafayate, a beautiful village in the heart of

the Calchaquí Valleys passing by Las Conchas River Gorge (also known as

Cafayate Gorge) with its amazing rock formations eroded by the carving

action of wind and time.Lunch. In Cafayate, visit a winery and the Aborigine

Art Museum (optional). Return to Salta.

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GUIDESpanish and bilingual(English - German -Italian - French)

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Calchaquí Valleys

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Molinos

DEPARTURESMay to October

Along Humahuaca Gorge

Tilcara, Purmamarca, Iruya 4 days

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TilcaraHumahuaca

San Salvador de Jujuy

DAY 02: Molinos / Salta

Continental breakfast. Departure for Cafayate driving along mountainous roads

passing by San Carlos, El Barrial and Animaná, small typical villages devoted to

peppermint farming. Arrival in Cafayate, located 1,700 meters above sea level.

This town is one of those peaceful, colonial-type settlements that never fails to

evoke the feelings of a time long past. Its vineyards produce quite renowned

wines. Visit to a wine cellar. The panoramic view of the valleys continues

along the Quebrada de las Conchas (also known as Cafayate Gorge) with color-

ful rock formations carved in the hills, continuing then along the commercial

route to Salta. Lunch en route. Accommodation at hotel in Salta.

DAY 03: Salta

Continental breakfast. Early departure for a drive along the historic Humahuaca

Gorge, passing León, Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca and its Seven Colored Hill,

Tilcara with its archaeological museum and the old indian fortress “Pucara de

Tilcara”, finally arriving at Humahuaca. Lunch. Visit to the Northern Carnival

Museum and the Handicraft fair. Return to Salta. Accommodation.

DAY 04: Salta

Continental breakfast. Transfer to local airport.

A fascinating tour along the Calchaquí Valleys, one of the most

impressive and beautiful among all Argentinean landscapes. Visit

Cafayate, a lovely village skirted by rivers and vineyards and see the most

attractive natural rock formations produced by the wind erosion on the way.

DAY 01: Salta

Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Departure for a tour around

the Calchaquí Valleys, a natural treasure enclosed in one of the most beautiful

landscapes of the country. Pass through Chicoana, a small village devoted to

tobacco plantations, continue along Cuesta del Obispo, called the home of the

condor, reaching 3,720 meters above sea level, with a colorful view of the val-

leys up to the Enchanted Valleys where it is still possible to discover the foot-

prints of the dinosaurs and pre-hispanic pictographs. Continue along Recta del

Tin-Tin passing through Los Cardones National Park with its astounding abun-

dance of this giant cactuses. Then follow the route to San José de Cachi at the

foot of the white snow-covered peak of Cachi. Visit to the archaeological muse-

um and the church in the ancient town, founded in the XVII century. Passing near

Seclantas, arrive finally at Molinos. Lunch en route. Accommodation at a charm-

ing inn built in the XIX century from where it is possible to get a wonderful view

down to the valleys. Dinner.

ological sites remain next to churches, parks and narrow cobbled streets from

the first centuries of the Spanish conquest. Towns seem to have aimed at con-

serving their ancient traditions and rich past, as is evidenced in the colourful

markets, old colonial mansions and neat mud and straw huts where people still

live. See several small peasant towns before arriving in Tilcara. Afternoon visit

to local ruins of the “Pucará de Tilcara”.

DAY 03: Humahuaca gorge

After continental breakfast, continue northwards along the Humahuaca Gorge,

and eastwards up to the village of Iruyá. Arrival at lunch time. At the gate of the

mountain range leading to La Puna, this small hidden town provides the very

off-the-beaten-track feeling. Almost hanging from the mountain, Iruyá boasts the

silent magnificence of the ancient aborigine culture. On the way back to Tilcara,

visit the towns of Uquía and Huacalera. Return to Tilcara. Accommodation.

DAY 04: Tilcara / San Salvador de Jujuy

After continental breakfast, return to San Salvador de Jujuy. According to flight

departure, you can take an optional excursion in the area (Yala-Termas de

Reyes lagoons, San Pedro and Ledesma). Lunch and transfer to local airport.

Tour along the Humahuaca Gorge, a deep valley caused by the erosion

of the Grande River. Witness the aborigine traditions still remaining in

some towns like Purmamarca, situated next to the famous Seven Colored Hill

or the fairly accesible Iruya; and see the influences of Spanish art in some oth-

ers such us Tilcara, with its narrow streets and colonial style houses.

DAY 01: San Salvador de Jujuy

Reception at the airport, and transfer to hotel. After check in, city tour and

excursion to La Ciénaga, Las Maderas and Los Alisos Dams with lunch included.

Accommodation.

DAY 02: San Salvador de Jujuy / Tilcara

After continental breakfast, drive into the Humahuaca Gorge, a narrow and deep

geological fault that gains height northwards along 170 km, starting at 1,300

meters and reaching 3,000 meters. The breathtaking scenery of its multi-

coloured hills contrasting with its deep blue sky is as fantastic as its archaeolog-

ic, anthropologic and architectural richness. It hosts a myriad of small towns

where aboriginal and colonial cultures have mixed over hundreds of years:

Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimará, which we visit on our way. Countless archae-

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San Miguel de TucumánTafí del Valle

DAY 04: Finca El Manantial

Breakfast. This is an elegant estancia but where you will fell the huge kind-

ness of its owners, who will offer to you all their hospitality as to a most wel-

comed guest. The perfect place to enjoy the contact with nature in this beau-

tiful landscape in the Andes foothill. Trekking on the mountains for condor-

spotting, horseback riding, visiting a dairy farm or a working mill built by the

Jesuits in 1750, are some of the activities in which you will spend your time

there. There is also a nice swimming pool to relax for a few hours and get

ready to continue your expedition. Dinner. Accommodation at Finca El

Manantial.

DAY 05: Finca El Manantial / Salta city / Estancia Bordo de las Lanzas

Breakfast. Afternoon departure to Salta for a brief citytour visiting the

Cathedral, the Cabildo (old city hall), San Francisco Church, the craft market,

an so on. Continuation to Estancia El Bordo de las Lanzas. Take the chance to

visit the local plantations and the premises. The estancia has a natural

reserve of yacares (autochthonous alligator). Dinner. Accommodation at

Estancia Bordo de las Lanzas.

DAY 06: Salta at Estancia Bordo de las Lanzas

Breakfast. Full day excursion to Humahuaca Gorge, passing León, Volcán,

Tumbaya, Purmamarca framed by the Seven Colored Hill, Tilcara with its

archaeological museum and the old refurbished indian fortress (known as

Pucará de Tilcara), and Uquía Church, arriving finally in Humahuaca. Visit to

the Handicraft Fair. On the way back to Salta it will be interesting to stop at

Jujuy for a visit of this nice city. Dinner. Accommodation at Estancio Bordo

de las Lanzas.

DAY 07: Salta

Breakfast. Transfer to the local airport.

A fascinating tour around some noble estancias and farms in the

Argentine Northwest, to be in touch with the typical farm activities that

are carried out locally such us the production of jams, cheeses, wines and the

harvesting of different regional products. All of it enclosed in a most beauti-

ful landscape.

DAY 01: San Miguel de Tucumán / Tafi del Valle

Reception at Tucumán airport and visit to Villa Nogués and San Javier Hill,

to get a panoramic view of the city, continuation to Tafi del Valle through Los

Sosa Gorge, an area of exhuberant subtropical vegetation, passing by the

Calchaquí Aborigine Monument and El Mollar with the Provincial Park Los

Menhires (archaeological reserve of great value). Arrival at Tafí del Valle,

entrance gate to the Calchaquí Valleys, famous for its goat cheese and its

scenical beauty. Accommodation at hotel. Dinner.

DAY 02: Tafi del Valle / Molinos

Breakfast. Departure along National Route 40, passing by Amaicha del Valle,

and continuing to Quilmes, where the ruins of an old aborigine settlement are

located. After a short visit to this interesting achaeological site you will con-

tinue to Cafayate, visiting a wine cellar. Continue then to Molinos, passing by

Angastaco and San Carlos. Arrival in Molinos. Accommodation at the local

inn which was the house of the last Spanish governor in Salta. Dinner.

DAY 03: Molinos / Finca El Manantial

Breakfast. Departure to Cachi, a typical little colonial village. Visit to the

Archaeological Museum. Then continue through Cuesta del Obispo (3,300

meters above the sea) and Escoipe Gorge to Finca El Manantial. Dinner.

Accommodation at Finca El Manantial.

Estancias in the Northwest

El Manantial

Authentic stately country house set at the foot of the Andean precordillera with an exceptional

view of Lerma Valley. 10 km from the main house a stoned house preserves an old corn mill

which belonged to the Jesuit Priests.

Location: La Silleta, 23 km from Salta city, in Salta province, 15 minutes south of Salta airport.

Accommodation facilities: 1 single, 7 double and 1 triple room, each of them with private bath-

room.

Production: it has a dairy and a pig farm that supply, along with its garden and orchad, all-fresh

ingredients for a varied menu.

Activities in the estancia: walks, horseback rides, trekking, mountain bike, four-wheel-drive

vehicles, tennis court, paddle, swimming, farm activities observation , visit the dairy shed, pork

breeding.

Activities in the surrounding area: it is possible to take the “Train to the Clouds” from Campo

Quijano located very near the estancia, and have 1-hour less of train trip.

Meals: home-made meals and regional dishes.

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Río Baker (Chile)

Attractive lodge built over piles on the shore of Bertrand Lake, giving the appearance of being

suspended on the lake.

Location: 300 km aproximately from Perito Moreno, Santa Cruz. Bordering Buenos Aires lake

towards Chile Chico, first chilean settlement on the border along the shore of the lake (named

General Carreras in Chile), up to the begining of Baker River. Also accessible through Baker-

Roballos border pass.

Accommodation facilities: 4 double rooms with private bathroom and central dinning room.

Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, fishing (brown and rainbow trouts).

Telken

Settled in 1915, Telken is an old Patagonian estancia run by its owners. Awarded the “Thousand

Stars Ranch” prize in 1995.

Location: 25 km South of Perito Moreno, in Santa Cruz Province.

Accommodation facilities: it can accommodate 11 people.

Production: equine and ovine cattle.

Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, horseback rides, archaeological expeditions (10 km

away we can find petroglyphs).

Activities in the surrounding area: visit Pinturas River and the Cave of the Painted Hands,

Buenos Aires Lake, Los Antiguos, Chile-Chico or Zeballos area.

Meals: typical home made cuisine.

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El Bordo de las Lanzas

El Bordo de las Lanzas is one of the oldest agricultural and cattle breeding estancias in the

province of Salta. Comprising 2,500 hectares (6,180 acres) it is also run as a modern business.

The estancia abounds with numerous species of indigenous trees and there are many varieties

of exotic plants in the extensive garden surrounding the house. The abundant flora and fauna

provide incomparable opportunities for the nature enthusiasts, expert naturalists and lovers of

the outdoors.

Location: in the Andean foothills on the fertile plain of the Siancas Valley, in Salta province, 60

km from Salta and 70 km from San Salvador de Jujuy.

Accommodation facilities: 6 rooms

Production: 2,500 hectares in production.The estancia produces tobacco, sugar cane, cotton,

beans, maize, vegetables, and raises cattle. Pedigree Peruvian Paso horses are bred in the farm

together with polo and riding horses. Pigs, sheeps, turkeys, chickens, ducks, are raised to feed

the family, guests and estancia workers. There is also a large vegetable garden and orchad,

which produces tropical fruits used to make jams, marmalades, chutneys, preserves and sauces.

Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, horseback rides, fishing, birdwatching, visiting the

caiman reserve of the ranch.

Activities in the surrounding area: thermal springs nearby. Excursions to attractive, historic and

tourist locations such as the Quebrada de Humahuaca, Calilegua National Park and El Rey

National Park.

Meals: regional, international and vegetarian dishes prepared with home-grown products. Other

delikatessen made with tropical fruits and jams. Home-made bread.

Finca San Antonio

Finca San Antonio used to belong to the Jesuit Priests who settled in this place in the second

half of the XVII century. The Cornejo Becker family, actual owners, have been handling the

estancia for more than one hundred years.

Location: Lerma Valley, in Salta Province, 37 km from Salta.

Accommodation facilities: 8 rooms - 1 suite and 7 double rooms.

Production: agriculture and cattle breeding. Polo horses breeding.

Activities: swimming, horseback rides, walking around the tobacco plantations, share in the

farm activities, and polo horses breeding.

Activities in the surrounding area: Visit the trout breeding. Excursions to Cabra Corral Dam,

Calchaquí Valleys and Lerma Valley. Golf at La Maroma.

Meals: local home-made cuisine.

Hostal Provincial de Molinos

Hostal Provincial de Molinos is a very particular building since it's an authentic testimony of the

American Colonial architecture. It was first built in 1530 dating the restored main house from

1713.

Location: Molinos. 210 km from Salta, in Salta province.

Accommodation facilities: 13 room.

Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, swimming, birdwatching, horse rides.

Meals: local home-made cuisine.