Argentina · Wine & Beer

Cafayate Wine Trail Excursion: Explore Salta's Vineyards

10 Hours Round trip from Salta Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic drive from Salta to Cafayate along Route No 68
  • 02 Pass through the striking Las Conchas River Gorge
  • 03 Visit the Museum of Vine and Wine in Cafayate
  • 04 Learn about the history of the region’s high-altitude wines
  • 05 Tour two local wineries and taste renowned wines
  • 06 Enjoy views of colourful mountain landscapes throughout the day
  • 07 Optional lunch available at a winery at your own expense
  • 08 Return to Salta in the afternoon golden hour light

Discover one of northwest Argentina’s most celebrated wine regions on this full-day excursion from Salta to Cafayate. Travel along scenic Route No 68 through striking mountain landscapes and the dramatic Las Conchas River Gorge before arriving in the heart of Salta’s high-altitude wine country.

In Cafayate, visit the Museum of Vine and Wine to learn about the region’s winemaking heritage and the distinctive character of its high-altitude wines. You’ll also tour two wineries and enjoy tastings of their renowned wines, with free time to purchase lunch at one of the wineries if you wish.

As the day winds down, return to Salta with the warm afternoon light illuminating the landscape—an ideal finish to a day of vineyards, culture, and memorable views.

As the day winds down, return to Salta with the warm afternoon light illuminating the landscape—an ideal finish to a day of vineyards, culture, and memorable views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Salta, Cafayate
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Salta

After be picked up in your Salta accommodation, you'll travel along Route No 68 to go to the neighboring city of Cafayate, the heart of a world famous wine-making region. On your way there, you will also get to see beautiful mountain landscapes, and even get to cross Las Conchas River Gorge.

Salta - Cafayate

Once you've arrived at Cafayate, you will visit the Museum of Vine and Wine to get a sense of the history of the region and learn about the procedures that cellars use to make their wines. You'll also learn about the main characteristics of high-altitude wines.

Salta - Wineries / Return to Salta

Then, you will visit two wineries where in addition to touring their facilities, you will enjoy a tasting of their most renowned wines. In recent years, the wine industry has experienced tremendous growth by promoting the development of outstanding quality wines recognized in international markets and competitions. The quality and the singularity of Salta comes from the region's height between 5,200 and 7,800 feet (1600 and 2400 meters) above sea level. Those who wish to can also have lunch (own expense) in one of the wineries.

In the afternoon, we will return to Salta by the same path, taking advantage of the "golden hour" light to capture some good pictures.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Salta 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Wine tasting
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
  • The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Salta, AR
Tour start
Salta, AR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in Salta.

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