Self Drive in the North Region
10 days/9 nights
$904
P/P Double Occupancy
Feel free to explore the wild Northern Part of Argentina, where the rustic and natural setting will impress you. Truly there are few places like this! You’ll see lovely places such as Mendoza, Villa Union, Tafi Del Valle, Cafayate and Salta.
Day 01 Mendoza
Upon arrival to Mendoza airpot, you will be met by an English speaking local guide who will transfer you to the hotel. You´ll then have a short briefing of the region, and then you will pick up the car. This stunning tourist destination is popular for its mild climate and famous vineyards. Here visitors may tour ancient cellars and partake in the delicious wine tasting. Be sure to get in on the great mountain sports offered, such as mountain biking, skiing, or rafting! Overnight at Hotel NH-Cordillera (4*) (or similar)
Day 02 Mendoza / Villa Union (460 km / 7 hrs) (B)
Today, drive to Villa Union. Overnight at Pircas Negras Hotel (3*) (or similar)
Day 03 Villa Union (B)
Spend your day at your leisure. Overnight at Pircas Negras Hotel (or similar)
Day 04 Villa Union / Belen (310 km / 6 hrs) (B)
Today, drive to Belen. Overnight at Hosteria Belen (or similar)
Day 05 Belen / Tafi Del Valle (270 km / 5 hrs) (B)
After breakfast, drive to Tafi Del Valle. This popular tourist village, surrounded by mountains and fields of fruit trees, is a great destination all year round. Tafí Del Valle offers excursions by van or truck, hiking, and horseback riding to the Quilmes ruins or the La Angostura Dam, where visitors can fish or practice water sports. Overnight Hotel Mirador del Tafi (3*) (or similar)
Day 06 Tafi Del Valle / Cafayate (120 km / 2 hrs) (B)
Today, drive to Cafayate via Quilmes. Overnight at Viñas de Cafayate Wine Resort (gorge view) (or similar)
Day 07 Cafayate (B)
Enjoy your day at leisure. Cafayate is famous for its fantastic local wines and breathtaking cultural monuments, such as the cathedral, the main square, and the many wine museums. Tourists may tour antique cellars and taste the flavorful wines. Overnight at Viñas de Cafayate Wine Resort (or similar)
Day 08 Cafayate / Cachi (180 km / 5 hrs) (B)
Today, drive to Cachi via Molinos. Overnight Sol Del Valle Hotel (3*) (or similar)
Day 09 Cachi / Salta (155 km / 3 hrs) (B)
Drive to Salta via Cuesta del Obispo Overnight Del Virrey Hotel (4*) (or similar)
Day 10 Salta (B)
After breakfast, drive to the airport and drop off the car there. End of Services
Prices Include
- 10 days car rental with unlimited km (21% VAT included)
- LDW with deductible (see the Rental „Terms & Conditions“)
- Civil liability with insurance up to US$ 280 000
- 9 overnights in good middle class hotels incl. breakfast
- Private transfer with English speaking local guide day 1
- Route description in English as well as region maps
Prices Do Not Include
- Flight tickets and airport taxes
- Car pick up at the airport (5%, to be paid on the spot)
- City tax (1,5 %, to be paid on the spot)
- Full coverage insurance without deductible, as well as insurance for other passengers sitting in the rented car
- One-way fee with surcharge (approximately $656 to be paid on the spot)
- Costs for additional driver (approx. USD 3 per day)
- Drinks and meals not mentioned in the program
- Optional excursions
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
- National Parks entrance fees
Notes
- Rates are per person - double occupancy
- Budget: Category C / Fiat Palio, 4 doors with AC
- Standard: Category M / GM Meriva, with AC
- Superior: Category P / Toyota Hilux, 4x4 or 4x2
- The general conditions of Car Rental apply
- All drivers need to be 21 years old and hold a valid driver’s license since 2 years
- All rates are net per person, non commissionable and in US Dollars
- The definite hotels will be advised upon booking
- Category is based on type of car. There are other types of cars available (Fiat Siena, GM Astra, GM Vectra). Please ask for prices!
