Salta, the beautiful
Private arrival and a gentle introduction to the city's courtyards, collections and north-western table.
A high-altitude passage through northern Argentina
Salta, Above the Clouds
The journey
A privately orchestrated journey through colonial Salta, dramatic puna landscapes, high vineyards and the legendary Train to the Clouds.
Travel with a specialist guide, an expert driver and the flexibility to let altitude, weather and curiosity set the pace.
Duration6 nights
Best timeApril to November
Travel stylePrivate high-altitude road & rail journey
AccommodationHeritage hotels & highland lodges
The itinerary
Day by day,
beautifully considered.
This is the journey's natural rhythm. Every stage can be refined around your dates, interests and preferred pace.
Into the Calchaquí Valleys
Travel through sculpted landscapes to Cafayate with a specialist guide, stopping wherever the geology or a local table deserves time.
The world's high vineyards
Private estate access, a winemaker-led tasting and a long lunch framed by the dry mountains.
Across the coloured valleys
Return by a contrasting route through remote villages and immense puna scenery, privately driven throughout.
Train to the Clouds
An early private transfer connects with the high-altitude railway and its extraordinary crossing of the Polvorilla Viaduct.
Salta at your own pace
Choose a private museum visit, a market-led cooking experience or unstructured time before a final evening.
Onward
Private departure assistance for Buenos Aires, Atacama or a longer Andean journey.
The experience
Considered in every detail.
- Privately guided journey on the Train to the Clouds
- High-altitude wine tasting in Cafayate
- A specialist route through the Quebrada de Humahuaca
- Private cultural encounters in Salta and the puna
Included with ELEGANS
- 6 nights in hand-selected accommodation
- Daily breakfast, two lunches and one dinner
- Premium Train to the Clouds arrangements
- Private guiding and vehicle throughout
- Dedicated ELEGANS journey concierge
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Meals and drinks not specifically described
- Medical services or altitude-related expenses