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Start Start Point Salta
End End Point Salta
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance Total Distance 2250 Kms

Overview

Embark on a thrilling 13-day journey through Argentina's stunning landscapes on the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Explore iconic Route 40, from Salta to Cafayate, winding through the Andes. Encounter diverse panoramas, from rugged tracks to lush vineyards, and immerse in rich village culture and history.

Itinerary

Start Start Point Salta
End End Point Salta
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance
Total Distance 0 Kms

Start Early

Arrive in the fertile valley city of Salta, the second-largest city in northern Argentina. Familiarise yourself with its beautifully preserved colonial architecture, earning Salta the nickname ‘Salta la Linda’ (Beautiful Salta). Enjoy an overnight stay at a hotel.

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Start Start Point Salta
End End Point Iruya
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance Total Distance 290 Kms

Start Early

Embark on your first biking day, departing Salta to venture north on the winding Route 9. Enter the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Quebrada de Humahuaca, a mountain range displaying a captivating spectrum of colours. Navigate a 30-mile track along the Condor pass at 4,000 metres altitude, reaching the remote village of Iruya, surrounded by cliffs.

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Start Start Point Iruya
End End Point Cusi Cusi
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance Total Distance 235 Kms

Start Early

Set out at dawn to possibly witness condors soaring from their nests. Head towards the Bolivian border to Cusi Cusi, located at 3,800 metres altitude and home to the enchanting Moon Valley. Spend the night in this secluded village hidden away from the world.

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Start Start Point Cusi Cusi
End End Point Humahuaca
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance Total Distance 238 Kms

Start Early

Leave Cusi Cusi and follow Route 40 for excellent riding stretches. Route 9 takes you to Abra Pampa, and the day concludes in Humahuaca, a charming city nestled in the Quebrada de Humahuaca valley.

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Start Start Point Humahuaca
End End Point Purmamarca
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 117 Kms

Start Early

Embark on a trail to the Mirador de Hornocal, climbing to an altitude of 4,350 metres for breathtaking views. Return to Route 9, stopping at Pucará de Tilcara before reaching Purmamarca. Enjoy front-row seats to a spectacle of changing colours between the sun and the peaks.

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Start Start Point Purmamarca
End End Point San Antonio de los Cobres
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance Total Distance 261 Kms

Start Early

Take Route 52 towards Salinas Grandes and conquer the famous Cuesta de Lipán. Traverse salt flats for a unique biking experience. After lunch in Susques, rejoin the legendary Route 40, climbing in altitude across the vast desert-like plateau. End the day in San Antonio de los Cobres, with hot springs at the foot of the Tuzgle volcano.

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Start Start Point San Antonio de los Cobres
End End Point Cachi
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 145 Kms

Start Early

Continue along Route 40, reaching the tour's highest point at the Abra del Acay pass, 4,850 metres above sea level. Descend 60 miles against a breathtaking backdrop, unveiling the true magic of the Andes. Conclude the day in the evening at Cachi.

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Start Start Point Cachi
End End Point Cachi
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 0 Kms

Start Early

Explore the charming Andean town of Cachi perched at an altitude of 2,500 metres. Roam cobbled streets, admire the colonial architecture, and visit the Pío Pablo Díaz Archaeological Museum. Optionally, explore local vineyards or relax in Plaza 9 de Julio.

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Start Start Point Cachi
End End Point Cafayate
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 201 Kms

Start Early

Leave Cachi, and Route 40 skirts Los Cardones National Park. After a short 12-mile track to Brealito, rejoin Route 40 along the Calchaquí River to Quebrada de las Flechas. Navigate a rocky lunar landscape sculpted by earthquakes and erosion. Cafayate and its welcoming vineyards await for the night.

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Start Start Point Cafayate
End End Point Andalgalá
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 230 Kms

Start Early

Leave the vineyards behind and continue southbound. Deviate from Route 40 to explore the Quilmes Ruins, a sacred site with the remains of a forgotten civilization. Pass by Capillitas, known for mining rhodochrosite deposits. Enjoy 28 miles of twists and turns on a wild track leading to Andalgalá.

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Start Start Point Andalgalá
End End Point Tafí del Valle
Terrain Terrain Off-road
Distance Total Distance 219 Kms

Start Early

Embark on the Chilca track, offering an impressive view over the Catamarca Desert. Cross Aconquija National Park, transitioning from twisty tracks to the lush mountainous terrain of Tafi del Valle. Brace for a day of a thousand hairpin turns!

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Start Start Point Tafí del Valle
End End Point Salta
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 315 Kms

Start Early

On the final biking day, journey back to Cafayate, crossing the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Quebrada de las Conchas. Immerse yourself in around 60 miles of immense canyons carved by oceans thousands of years ago, boasting impressive rock formations and vibrant colours. Conclude the day in Salta.

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Start Start Point Salta
End End Point Salta
Terrain Terrain Mostly Tarmac
Distance Total Distance 0 Kms

Start Early

Depending on your flight schedule, spend your remaining time in Salta before being transferred to the international airport.

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Highlights
Tour Guide
Simon Courrier
Simon Courrier Tour Guide
Language Spoken

English,French,Spanish

Experience

4 Years

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EUR 4,790

*Price is subject to change.

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