Salta City Tour

Highlights / General details

A tour around the places of greater attractive of the city: The Cathedral where General Güemes, patriotic hero, rests; Cultural Center America, Historical Museum of the North with exhibitions of sacred art and rooms dedicated to old traditional families of Salta, San Francisco Church, San Bernardo Convent and the monument to General Güemes. You ascend to San Bernardo Hill to enjoy the panoramic view of the city. After a visit to Batalla de Salta Monument and 20 de Febrero Park, you go towards the outskirts and visit a summer village called San Lorenzo, characterized by the subtropical microclimate and lastly a visit the Artisan Market where craftsmen of the entire province expose their original crafts.

Points of Interest: Churches; Museums; Hill San Bernardo; Summer Villa of San Lorenzo; National University; Vaqueros River.

Inclusion

Roundtrip transportation from downtown hotels in Salta; Guided Motor coach Tour of the Town and Surrounding Area; Spanish/English Guide (French speaking guide also available, please request it at time of booking).

Duration

Approximately 4 Hours.

Location

Departure Point: Pick-up and drop-off from Downtown Salta hotels. The exact departure time will be reconfirmed at your hotel upon arrival at your destination.

Itinerary

Get to know the capital city of the province that sits at an impressive altitude of 1,187 meters! The town of Salta mixes a fascinating colonial spirit with hundred year-old monuments, charming cobblestone sidewalks and local and native culture. Start your time in Salta off right with an intimate tour of the city and learn about the history and details of this beautiful city.

The day excursion begins at the historical area of town, at the plaza 9 de Julio. Here we will learn about colonial architecture and visit the main churches and historical buildings –such as Basilica Cathedral, the Cabildo (City Hall), San Francisco Church and San Bernardo Convent. As we continue on the tour we will see the city museum, which was once Hernandez´s house. We will pass by a craft market and the monument to General Martin Miguel de Güemes who is one of the independence heroes of Argentina. Touring the city of Salta and the surrounding region is truly a once in a life time experience and not to be missed!

Policies

Cancellation: 3 days prior 100% penalty. No show 100% penalty.

Tour requires a 2 person minimum to operate.

Tour guide available in Spanish or French upon request at time of booking.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**