You will have a transfer from the airport to the hotel and in the a...
You will have a transfer from the airport to the hotel and in the afternoon, you will discover Salta. Salta is reconized for its beautiful and well-preserved colonial architecture and you will reach the central plaza, behold the grand, twin-towered Cathedral of Salta, built in 1885, and learn about national hero General Güemes, whose remains rest in the cathedral. You will pass by the Cultural Center of the Americas and note the Spanish viceroyalty colonial architecture of the Historical Museum of the North, housed in the old cabildo, or town hall. Also, you will admire postcard-perfect San Francisco Church, with towering white pillars supporting a crimson-colored façade.
Then, you will leave the city center and head into the foothills skirting Salta. At the top of San Bernardo Hill, you will take in sweeping views of the city and Andean peaks. Then, you will see the Battle of Salta monument and February 20th Park. Finally, you will visit the nearby village of San Lorenzo, frequented by wealthy families from Salta during the summer because of its unusual subtropical microclimate.
You will return to Salta and stop at the Artisan Market, located inside a traditional white colonial building. There, you will snack on alfajores (cookies with caramel filling) and candied walnuts, or pick up one-of-a-kind purses, blankets and jewelry (snacks and shopping at your own expense). With your souvenir shopping done, you’ll be taken back to your hotel.