6 Days / 5 Nights
Day 1: Reception at San Juan Airport or Bus Terminal. Accommodation at the selected hotel. At 2:30 PM, the Grand City Tour begins, offering a complete urban and scenic immersion to discover the main landmarks of San Juan's capital. This includes the valuable historical legacy of Sarmiento's Birthplace and the imposing architecture of the Cathedral. The tour continues with a panoramic view of the avant-garde Teatro del Bicentenario, followed by a journey into traditional local flavors with a guided visit and tasting at either Campo de Olivos Olive Oil Mill or the picturesque Finca Sierras Azules Winery. The day culminates along the edge of the impressive Ullum Dam reservoir, an oasis nestled between hills that offers unique sunset postcards before returning to the hotel. Note: The places mentioned may be replaced by others depending on availability and operating hours.
Day 2: Journey to the Triassic Rock Formations
After breakfast, transfer to Valle Fértil. Visit Ischigualasto Provincial Natural Park, popularly known as the Valley of the Moon. Declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, this mystical territory will transport you 250 million years into the past through a driving tour that reveals a purely lunar landscape. It is guarded by imposing clay and sandstone formations sculpted by erosion, such as The Mushroom (El Hongo), The Submarine (El Submarino), and the Bowling Green (La Cancha de Bochas). The experience is enriched with a visit to its renowned Natural Sciences Museum, a key research center displaying fossil remains of some of the oldest dinosaurs on the planet discovered in this very San Juan soil, concluding the day with the return to the town of Valle Fértil for overnight accommodation.
Day 3: Breakfast. We will depart early toward the majestic Talampaya National Park, where nature strikes with monumental scale as you enter a canyon guarded by vertiginous red rock walls over 150 meters high. During the internal guided excursion, you will discover the rich history of pre-Hispanic cultures captured in ancient petroglyphs, the surprising echo that resounds off the walls of the Gothic Cathedral, and the majesty of The Monk (El Monje) rock formation, all while observing the native wildlife that inhabits this imposing red desert. At the end of the tour, we will head toward Villa Unión. Accommodation.
Day 4: After breakfast, a fascinating day of exploration begins toward the deep northern region of San Juan, starting with the breathtaking ascent up the spectacular Cuesta de Huaco. This scenic cliffside route winds through multicolored geological layers and offers deeply moving views of the Andean valleys. The journey continues through the historic Jáchal region before entering the fertile department of Iglesia, where the landscape transforms upon discovering the majestic Cuesta del Viento Dam—a colossal turquoise mirror of water framed by mountains and globally renowned for its fierce winds that attract water sports enthusiasts. Throughout the circuit, you will travel across the charming constellation of the Iglesian Valleys, visiting picturesque towns frozen in time, such as the historic village of Iglesia, the peaceful hamlet of Las Flores, the traditional village of Tudcum, and the vibrant town of Rodeo. Here, you will enjoy an exquisite lunch or dinner at a local restaurant to savor regional gastronomy (note: drinks not included). The cultural and production immersion is complemented by a visit to the emblematic "El Martillo" Estate, an ideal setting to learn about local crops and purchase authentic artisanal jams, premium quality olives, and traditional native textiles, crowning the day with overnight accommodation in Rodeo to rest beneath the immensity of the clear mountain sky. Note: Due to availability, overnight stays may be in Rodeo, Pismanta, Iglesia, or San José de Jáchal. This does not alter the itinerary or scheduled visits.
Day 5: Breakfast. Free time for walks or independent sightseeing. Return to San Juan and accommodation at the selected hotel.
Day 6: Breakfast. Departure transfer to San Juan Airport or Bus Terminal. End of services.
() Due to availability or operational reasons, the order of the park visits may be reversed. In Talampaya, the classic "Talampaya Canyon" experience is reserved for passengers by default. Passengers pay entrance fees and internal tours at the destination.*
ALLOWED LUGGAGE: ONE SMALL SUITCASE PER PASSENGER.
Park Entrance Fees: Ischigualasto: General Admission $68,000 ARS. Talampaya: $25,000 ARS General Admission. Internal tours in Talampaya: $82,000 ARS (Talampaya Canyon Tour) and $103,000 ARS (Canyon + Shimpa Tour). Winery/Olive Oil visit: $15,000 ARS. These rates are subject to change.
6 días
San Juan | Ischigualasto | Iglesia | Talampaya |