6. Argentina North Region 15º edition

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NORTH REGIONThe North Region is a huge and diverse area consisting of dramatic landscapes ranging from the high Andes Mountains, deep colourful canyons, arid deserts, impenetrable jungles, wine producing valleys and culturally rich colonial cities.

Safaris, cultural sightseeing, adventure sports, thermal baths and wine tasting are just a few of the activities offered in this region.

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Tafí del Valle is located in the Sierra de Aconquija, 107 km from San Miguel de Tucumán and 1,976 m above sea level. This town boasts a special microclimate, beautiful scenery, warm people and a rich history.Tafí is also famous for its local cheese which made from recipes inherited from the Jesuits. Another Jesuit legacy is the old Chapel of La Banda. :: Cascada* Los Alisos: a 20 m vertical waterfall located 13 km from Tafí and accessible by bus. You can take a 2.5 hr walk and have the option of doing rappelling. It is best to go with a guide.:: Valle de la Ciénaga: it’s a 3 hr walk up to 2,600 m, where you can see archaeological ruins and amazing landscapes. :: Museo Casa Duende: located 6 km from Tafí (1.5 hr walk). The museum explains local myths and legends of the northern region. :: Adventure Tourism: there are wonderful hiking possibilities in the surrounding mountains in addition to horseback riding, rappelling, mountain biking, rock climbing and 4x4 tours. 10 km away in El Mollar, you can visit the Menhir Park where you will find stone sculptures belonging to the Tafí culture which were once found scattered throughout the valley. These stones, carved by the Tafí natives, still bear signs and symbols yet to be deciphered.

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TAFI DEL VALLE

Av. Los Palenques n/n(03867) 421677

[email protected] www.lospalenqueshostel.com.ar

LOS PALENQUES HOSTEL Y CAMPINGGrab a mate* and sit and chat with other travellers in Tafí del Valle as you stay at Los Palenques Hostel y Camping.

This laid back hostel has 11 dorm rooms (5-9 bed) and three private doubles (most rooms with private bathroom) and is located in a quiet area just two blocks from the central plaza and river, and 6 blocks from the bus terminal.

You can book all your local excursions here, chill out on the plant covered patio, cook up a BBQ or something yummy in the kitchen, pick up the essentials at their small store and during the high season stick around for their group asados, bonfires and live music!

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AMAICHA DEL VALLE

This indigenous community is situated 55 km from Tafí del Valle and 68 from Cafayate and it offers marvellous landscapes and a pleasant climate.:: Quilmes Ruins: located 20 km from Amaicha, these ruins are the remains of the town built by the local natives, the Quilmes, who for over 130 years resisted the invasion of the Spanish forces (the longest resistance in Spanish Colonial history). :: El Remate: here you will find a series of waterfalls located 9 km from Amaicha, which are ideal for trekking, climbing and swimming. You can get there by taxi or local bus. It´s recommend to walk back and stop at Los Zazos Dam and at the Eco Museo Amauta, where you can learn about native customs. :: Ampimpa Observatory: located on the road to Tafí del Valle, this astronomic observatory belongs to the University of Tucumán and it’s a great place to have a panoramic view of the valley and watch the stars at night.:: Pachamama Museum: it shows different elements of the aboriginal culture dating back to 800 BC. :: Tiu Punco (“Desert’s door”): the local dunes can be reached by crossing the bed of Rio Santa Maria and the Petrified Forest of carob trees. Accessible only on 4x4 or by horseback.Every February, Amaicha del Valle holds the Pachamama Festival in honour of the “Pachamama”(Motherland). It’s the best occasion to experience the local customs and traditions, and enjoy delicious dishes.

AMAICHA DEL VALLE

San Martín n/n, on the way to the millAMAICHA DEL VALLE

(0381) 156279396 / [email protected]

PACHA CUTY HOSTELPacha Cuty Hostel has that homey atmosphere you are looking for. A fine example of a local adobe house and rustic decoration, this hostel has terraces with magnificent views of the valley. There are dorms, a double room and camping facilities, all with shared bathrooms.

There is a do-it-yourself kitchen with a big table to share your meals and get to know your fellow travellers, a charming living room and patio with

plenty of cool music to enjoy.

It’s attended by its owners, a friendly young couple of a

history professor and an English teacher, who see you get well-fed and happy. Every day, tasty meals

are prepared for you. Ask them about the trekking trips, Quilmes ruins excursions and visits around the area!

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CAFAYATE

Cafayate is the most important town in the Calchaquí Valley. It’s famous for its wine production and its popular folkloric festival held in February, the Serenata. Main attractions include a visit to the Cathedral, the Artisan’s Market and the Wine and Archaeological Museums. Its dry and sunny climate is ideal for growing a variety of grape types, including the torrontés, unique to this area. You can take a guided wine tour where tasting is a must. A unique way to try the local wine is at Heladería Miranda, which offers ice cream flavours like cabernet and torrontés. On the way to Salta, you will see sand dunes before catching a glimpse of the dramatic gorge of Quebrada de las Conchas, a series of intensely coloured rock formations. The Amphitheatre and The Devil’s Throat are highlighted stops throughout the Quebrada de Cafayate. Trekking by the Colorado River to the Seven Waterfalls, mountain biking, horseback riding and even sand walking, are some of the activities which can be enjoyed around Cafayate. A perfect way to make the most out of your visit.

CAFAYATE

CABRAS DE CAFAYATE End of Córdoba Street(2km from downtown Cafataye)

(03868) 422050 / (03868) 15452862 [email protected]

When drinking lots of wine throughout Argentina, you’ll probably want some good cheese to go with it. One of the top places for cheese is Cafayate, with its great Goat’s Cheese. To really get to grips with the big cheese, spend a couple hours with Cabras de Cafayate... learn how goats are reared, how milk is produced and how cheese is made. Finish off with a tasting of all their goat produce and you can also enjoy a leisurely glass of wine or picada* afterwards. This family business is only 2kms from the central plaza (accessible by foot, bike or car) but is right at the heart of nature and you can get a real sense of local farming. As well as being a very personal experience you

can also see a great example of sustainable recycling here: the goats are fed on left overs from the grape harvest and in turn their manure is used to fertilize the vineyards. This is a unique experience with Cabras de Cafayate!

Tours are currently in Spanish only.

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CAFAYATE

Mitre 166 (011) 38412976

[email protected] Lo De Chichi Cafayate

LO DE CHICHI - HOSTELThis hostel is literally surrounded by vines while being at the heart of Cafayate town. With a garden of picturesque grape vines and views of the nearby hillsides and mountains, you’ll feel in the middle of nature but with the benefit of being a block and a half from the main plaza, only 20m from the Flecha Bus terminal and close to all the shops and restaurants.

This homely hostel with 5 dorms and 3 private doubles (all with shared bathrooms) will give you an opportunity to get to know the Argentine culture with their weekly asados* and folklore classes. Enjoy the local architecture and take advantage of their communal kitchen, gallery and large garden.

Its name comes from the Aymará word “sagta”, which means “the very beautiful one”. Salta is the main base for tourist excursions in the North. From here, you can head to Cafayate, the wine region, the valleys and mountains of Calchaqui Valley, the picturesque route to the historic village of Cachi, the amazing Los Cardones National Park, and much more.This city has some of the best preserved colonial architecture in the country.The most significant buildings in Salta are grouped around the main square, Plaza 9 de Julio. They include the Cathedral, the Cabildo (town hall) which houses the Museo Histórico del Norte, and the San Francisco Church, which has one of the highest church towers in America (53 m). The Museo Arqueológico de Alta Montaña has a very interesting collection of exhibits gathered from high-altitude Inca shrines, including mummified children.The Museo de Bellas Artes (Fine Art Museum) resides in a 2 storey colonial mansion on Florida Street, 2 blocks west of Plaza 9 de Julio. San Bernardo Convent is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It has a hand-carved wooden door made by the natives dating back to 1762.

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The Cable Car to San Bernardo Hill is an excellent way to see Salta from above. It’s a ten minute ride, taking you from the city centre up to a glorious vista. One can also get there by climbing the 1,021 steps!

Salta has a busy nightlife, especially in and around Balcarce Street. It hosts many favourite local bars, restaurants, and peñas* folklóricas where local food and drinks are served while traditional live music and dancing fill your spirit.

Salta also offers a great variety of adventure activities. You can go horseback riding, trekking or paragliding around the surrounding hills and mountains. Other choices include mountain biking, bird watching or 4x4 journeys. Most of the adventure activities take place at Cabra Corral Dam, 65 km away from Salta city, where you can also go sailing, water skiing, kayaking, jet skiing, bungee jumping, water sliding and even rafting in the Juramento River rapids.

From April to November you can experience an awesome ride on the famous Tren a las Nubes (Train to the Clouds), travelling through the Quebrada* del Toro and ascending up to 4,220 m.

SAYTA RANCH - HORSERIDINGHave you ever wanted to hang out with real gauchos*? Enrique is the owner of Estancia Sayta, 45km southwest of Salta, in a beautiful town called Chicoana.

You can stay at his ranch an do what gauchos do... which is mainly ride horses, eat meat, drink regional wine and sing traditional songs. The ranch offers horseback riding from half day to an epic ten days... an experience not to be missed!

Sayta Ranch - Chicoana(0387) 156836565 [email protected] www.sayta.com.ar

Come and see why Sayta means “where time stands still” in the Aymar language...

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SPANISH CLASSES

IDIOMAS SALTA Buenos Aires 160 1ºG(0387) 155009345

[email protected] www.idiomassalta.com.ar

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Is it time to brush up on the lingo? In the heart of Salta there is a small, local language school which offers classes all year round. Experienced and friendly teachers will work with you to get your Spanish up to speed whether you are a new bird who wants to get the food you actually ordered (or thought you did) or more seasoned and looking to polish up your chit-chat.

This is a small and therefore personal school with all the audio and video materials needed to provide an excellent service. They have private and group classes for all levels and can help set up a volunteering experience so that not only can you improve your Spanish, but form memories and a bond with locals you’ll remember forever.

Courses don’t only focus on the language, but also give you an insight to the local culture. They offer combined courses for every taste, like Spanish and Culture, Spanish and Folk Dancing, Spanish and Touring, Spanish and Tango among others.

The school is centrally located, near all the hostels, bars and amenities of the city center, meaning that you’ll be able to take your new found Spanish skills to the street right after class.

Salta has some of the best food, interesting music and performances and and the local people are among the friendliest of the country. Learning the language will not only give you a deeper understanding of where you are but also where you want to go.

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TURISMO MARINA - SEMISALooking for a professional outfit that can make bookings without screwing it all up? Turismo Marina Semisa is a great all-round travel agency in Salta. They are prompt, professional and eager to ensure your trip runs like clockwork.

They organize excursions to Cachi, Humahuaca and Cafayate. Their vehicles are brand sparkling new and their guides fluent in English and French. They also offer adventure activities such as canopy, rafting and hangliding. If that’s not enough, they will reserve accommodation and design tailor-made tours to suit your needs. They also offer cars and 4WD trucks for rental. Now that’s what I call a travel agent!

Caseros 489(0387) 4312097

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Car Rental certified by the Ministry of Tourism.

Marina Semisa

Salta Bus StationTicket booth Nº 15

(0387) [email protected]

PULLMAN BUS - SALTAAre you in Salta and want to get to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile? Pullman Bus is a great bus company that can take you there! Get your camera ready because this is a bus ride you will not forget! Known as the Paso de Jama, the ride up from Salta and Jujuy to San Pedro de Atacama is simply spectacular. Pullman Bus leaves from Salta (7am), Jujuy (8.45am) and Purmamarca (9.45am) every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday and takes you to San Pedro de Atacama as well as Calama, Antofagasta, Iquique and Arica. For this long journey Pullman Bus offers the best comfort in their new buses with leather seats, air con, heating, bathrooms on board, complimentary breakfast, light lunch and snack (including veggie options), great films and nice drivers! Buy your tickets at the Salta or Jujuy Pullman Bus ticket booth at the bus station.

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7 DUENDES HOSTELSThere are a couple hostels in Salta that are constantly rated as the best online, and 7 Duendes has two of them! With two locations in the city centre, take your pick between 7 Duendes Hostel Base and 7 Duendes Hostel Twin.

7 DUENDES HOSTEL - BASEThe original hostel, in a restored historic house in the city centre, it is only five blocks from the bus station and 7 from the main square. With shared dorms (4 & 6 bed) with individual lockers you will feel all comforts with 24 hot water, fresh bed linen, free towels and Wi-Fi;

but you can also enjoy the friendlier hostel environment and take advantage of the communal BBQ area, garden, bar, games, equipped kitchen and TV room.

7 DUENDES HOSTEL - TWINAll the same comfort and attention but in a newer building, this hostel offers a bit more privacy with double rooms (en-suite optional) and dorms (en-suite optional, 4, 5 & 6 bed) with individual lockers.

Located 12 blocks from the main plaza, in a chilled out residential area, you are sure to get a good night’s sleep here but you can also enjoy the true 7 Duendes hostel onda* in the bar, BBQ area, kitchen, TV room and swap reads at the book exchange.

Urquiza 1646(0387) 4711158

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San Juan 189(0387) 4214522

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Both hostels have the same personal attention with the owners and bi-lingual staff always on hand to give you the best tips on activities and tours in Salta. With optimum cleanliness, 24 hour reception, heating and fans, communal TV and DVDs, Wi-fi throughout and games you probably won’t want to leave...

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SALTA

Catamarca 481(0387) 4229724

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EXXES YOUTH HOSTELFeel at home at Exxes Youth Hostel in Salta. With plenty of common areas, fully equipped kitchen and of course the patio with a BBQ grill, there is plenty of space to chill out and meet other travellers.

You are also sure to get a great night’s sleep in the peaceful dorms, which all have heating and air conditioning as well as fresh bed linen and towels included. For those who like to tune in before they go to sleep every room has Wi-Fi. Their yummy breakfast includes coffee, tea, milk, croissants, cereal and fruit!

Located five blocks from the bus station, three from the city centre and just around the corner from the park, you can take your pick whether you want bars or park walks. The staff will give you all the best advice on Salta and the rest of your journey, and can help you book discounted tours and get a good price on car rental.

The hostel organises group activities so you are sure to be entertained during your stay• Free wine tasting • Free afternoon tea with mate and homemade bread• Asado night (optional)• Pizza night (optional)• Free walking tour around the city• Free entrance to clubs

The owners and their helpful staff are there for you 24 hours a day!

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Vicente Lopez 353(0387) 4220731

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CORRE CAMINOS HOSTELCorre Caminos Hostel is a place created by and for fellow globetrotters. Only travellers really know what to look for in a hostel, which is why it’s difficult to imagine a service not provided by this dedicated team.

Corre Caminos Hostel has matrimonial rooms, twin doubles and dorms,

all with shared baths.

Amenities include a self catering kitchen, cable TV, and an onsite bar with a pool

table and live music performances. They also have an interior courtyard

with plants, an outdoor barbeque area perfect for parties,

and a swimming pool!

Staying at this downtown location you’ll be right in the middle of the action. It is 9 blocks from the bus terminal, 4 blocks from the main plaza and a 15-minute walk to Salta’s fun nightlife. In fact, most of the town’s attractions are within an easy walk from the hostel!Even though Corre Caminos is downtown, the neighbourhood is very quiet and secure.

The owners and youthful staff, most of whom are bilingual, are on the ball and can help you with all travel and adventure arrangements.

And they actively create a great atmosphere for everyone, organizing activities ranging from friendly soccer matches to club hopping.

Security, cleanliness, great service and satisfaction are their priorities!

Free tea, coffee and mate 24/7!!

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SALTA

Situated at an altitude of 1260 metres above sea level, this is the highest provincial capital in Argentina. With an impressive location surrounded by fertile scenery, the city sits in a natural bowl with the fabulous multicoloured gorge of Quebrada de Humahuaca to the north. Around the main square stands the Cabildo (Town Hall), the Cathedral and the Government House. Some of the finest pieces of sacred art in Argentina are to be found at the Provincial Archaeology Museum. At the Cathedral there is an 18th century wooden pulpit, recognized as one of the countries most important pieces of colonial Baroque artefact. The detailed interior carvings found in the Iglesia San Francisco are considered to be religious art masterpieces and are definitely worth a look. 19 km from San Salvador de Jujuy, and set within the magnificent valley of the Reyes River, are the Termas de Reyes (hot springs). A mountain road leads you to Yala Lagoons, an area surrounded by beautiful alder woods, making it an ideal spot for camping and hiking.

SAN SALVADOR DE JUJUY

Av. San Martín 104 - SALTA(0387) 4215512

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HOSTAL LA SALAMANCAThis recently reformed hostel has 17 rooms: singles, doubles, triples and dorms (all with private bathrooms and some with air conditioning) and is ideal for travellers that want to stay in a quiet and friendly place. It is located in a very safe area, in front of San Martin Park, only 3 blocks from the bus terminal and 6 blocks from the main square. This location allows you to go walking to all the interest points in the city. Their services include bilingual staff, self service breakfast, free Internet and

Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, luggage storage, central heating and fans, towels, tourist information, medical assistance, maid service, book exchange, cable TV and it has an Andean cultural library to learn a little more about local culture.

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A full range of experiences!•Traditional excursions•Adventure and mountain trips•Rural and thermal bath trips•Tours of traditional villages

CLUB HOSTEL & PAISAJES DEL NOROESTE San Martín 134

S.S DE JUJUY(0388) 4237565

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Set within walking distance of the city centre, Club Hostel offers a range of rooms from dorms to private doubles decorated in rustic wood designs. It has been recently renovated and includes a full kitchen, dining room, as well as a TV lounge.Need to get out? Luckily there’s a travel agency on site called Paisajes del Noroeste offering excursions to Jujuy’s most beautiful attractions like

Humahuaca, Salinas Grandes and Yungas. They’ll help you

try your hand at hangliding and sandboarding amongst other adventure sports. It has all of

Jujuy under one roof!

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PURMAMARCAPurmamarca has pre-Hispanic origins and an urban layout which is centred around the main Church. It is located 3 km east from National Route 9 (65 km from San Salvador de Jujuy). This village lies against the exceptional Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colours), which has sedimentary rocks of different colours illustrating various geological eras. Handicraft fairs also colour the village streets, with clothing, crafts, ponchos, and woven cloths available for purchase. Attractions at Purmamarca are plentiful. Whether you choose to visit the Saint Rosa’s church at the centre of town, built in 1648 and featuring original Cuzco School style paintings, or the neighbouring archaeological sites littered with cave paintings, you will undoubtedly be touched by local flavour. In addition, the Paseo de los Colorados marks for a gorgeous three-kilometre walk, featuring naturally sculpted red cliffs and a series of breathtaking views.Another highlight is the vast Salinas Grandes (Great Salt Flats), which are easy accessible by local taxi from the main plaza. The drive goes over the Cuesta del Lipán, bordering cliffs through a deep canyon while reaching 4200 m until you get to this enormous salt pan.

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This lively Andean village is a great place for exploring the Quebrada de Humahuaca. There’s an excellent arts and crafts market and lots of places to eat in and around its charming central plaza. Evenings can be best enjoyed wandering around, bar hopping and attending local peñas* (popular gatherings filled with live traditional music and local food). The well attended religious procession in January and the Pachamama (Mother Earth) festival in August are worth catching.

:: Pucará de Tilcara: a restored pre-Hispanic fortress located on a hilltop, where one can appreciate the astonishing views of the Quebrada landscapes.:: Museo Arqueológico: hosts an extensive collection of pre-Columbian ceramics, masks and mummies.:: Wayra Caves: walk through this impressive formation of natural tunnels.:: Devil’s Throat: hike along old paths to the waterfalls, while taking in some of the amazing views.

TILCARA

PURMAMARCA

Belgrano 407 CPURMAMARCA

(0388) 4908057 Tired after a long bus journey? If you are coming to Purmamarca, you have to meet Luis! The local, friendly owner is always on hand to help you get the best experience from your stay in north Argentina.

The hub of the home is in the central patio which connects all the bedrooms so you are bound to meet other travellers during your stay.

Pick one of the private en-suite doubles, triples and quads, or the shared bathroom 4 - 5 bed dorms.

Breakfast is served in a stunning room with great views of the mountains. Although you will feel quite at home at Don Tomas, Luis will be the very first to recommend you get out and see the awesome coloured hillsides of Jujuy!

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TILCARA

Belgrano 155(0388) 4955410

[email protected] www.casalosmolles.com.ar

CASA LOS MOLLESA sparkling white townhouse with a rural feel, Casa Los Molles is a beautiful hostel located close to Tilcara’s main plaza. It is bright and cheerful with lots of space and light and has a fantastic garden with incredible views of the village and mountains. It even has its own organic veggie patch where you can help with the gardening! Accommodation includes private rooms and dorms and they also have cabins for 2 and 4 people with their own bathrooms and kitchens. You can relax in a hammock and watch life go by, read a book from their library or spend some pleasant evenings talking around their fogón*. The young owners can help you with info about the area and Bolivia.

10 % off or stay 4 nights and get 1 free + free pick up from the bus station!

Radioestacion n/n, over the old train station(0388) 155008479 / (011) 1558378327

(011) 1563036674 [email protected]

CASA COLORES HOSTELCasa Colores hostel is a relaxing and cool place to spend your days in Tilcara. You can stay in one of their cozy doubles or in a dorm, all with shared baths and very comfortable mattresses. There is a spacious common room to hang out, watch movies, read books, drink coffee or beer, play some of their instruments and marvel at the beautiful landscape!

The kitchen is available for use and on weekends, you’ll also enjoy the asados* or regional dishes they make with guests and friends. They have a nice outdoors area surrounded by nature with fruit trees and a beautiful view. Attended by its bilingual owners and staff, they know their way around and can help you plan your trip through northern Argentina and Bolivia.

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The town of Humahuaca is a sun drenched land filled with memories of cultures past that continue their influence on architecture, traditions, legends and beliefs related to nature and local heroes. The rustic adobe houses, the narrow cobbled streets and the old colonial street lamps create the illusion that time has stopped. In the centre of the village is the Cabildo (Town Hall), the beautiful Cathedral, built in the XVII century and the imposing Independence Monument with a statue exalting the virtues of the native culture. Don’t miss Peñas Blancas and Pucará (an archaeological site and viewpoint located 1 km from town), the Serranías de Hornocal (limestone formations with a variety of colors, almost 5000 meters above the sea level - highest viewpoint of the gorge), Inca Cueva (caves with rock art of great archaeological value - 10 thousand years BC), Coctaca (prehispanic agricultural site), and Hornaditas (aboriginal community, cactus forrest, “El Pintado” or Sapagua petroglyphs).

HUMAHUACA

Jujuy 549 (0388) 155171234

[email protected] www.clubhosteltilcara.com.ar

CLUB HOSTEL TILCARAThis new hostel has all the comforts of modern accommodation: brand new comfy beds, great quality sheets and towels, a living room with 32” LCD TV and DVD, Wi-Fi, and a fully equipped kitchen; but it also delivers on tradition with its adobe and stone walls and rustic furniture. The hostel has a big park with a beautiful panoramic view, fruit trees, an Argentine-style BBQ area, free parking and best of all - a swimming pool! With its two

separate areas you can catch a good night’s rest either in their private rooms with spring box mattresses or dorm rooms sector. A couple blocks from the main plaza and three blocks from the bus station, the location is ideal for exploring Tilcara and its surroundings areas.

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La Pampa 81 (0381) 156721275

[email protected] www.hostalantigua.com.ar

Tired after a long bus journey? Hostal La Antigua is just around the corner! Only 80 meters from the bus station, a warm and friendly owner-run hostel awaits. In a nineteenth century colonial style house, you will find lots of antique furnishings around the living room, kitchen, private bedrooms and dormitories.

This traditional adobe (mud) constructed house with a fireplace and wooden and mosaics floors, fits just one block from the historic quarter of Humahuaca and is only three blocks from the main square. Every Friday the owners and staff organise an asado* and there are regular cultural activities as well as being a hub of knowledge if you need advice on excursions and what to do while you stay in beautiful Jujuy!

HOSTAL LA ANTIGUA

Buenos Aires 740 (0388) 154120868

[email protected] www.humahuacasa.com.ar

Home is where the heart is and hostel La Humahuacasa want to make you feel at home in their cosy hostel in the historical centre of the town.

Whether you are in a private room or a dorm (most with shared bathroom), the sociable bilingual staff encourages guests to get to know each other

over a friendly board game, a group dinner, movie, BBQ or just chilling out together while enjoying the starry sky from the patio.

This rustic hostel made in the traditional adobe style is decorated with local art to please your eye, a cactus gallery and has a kitchen available for guests to cook. Find La Humahuacasa three blocks from the bus station.

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IRUYA

La Tablada n/n (0387) 154525522

[email protected] www.iruyahostaltacacho.com

HOSTAL TACACHOIn the magical village of Iruya, immersed between mountains and ravines, you will find Hostal Tacacho. Run by its owners, they aim to give you an unforgettable experience combining ultimate relaxation with the local cuisine in their restaurant and bar. Space to unwind is found in every private room (singles, doubles and triples, some en-suite and with TVs) and the best place to really get a feel for the stunning mountain location is on the terrace with a panoramic view. Close to the Milmahuasi river and located in front of the main plaza, the hostel is ideally situated to visit the local shops and restaurants. From here you can also organize a guided walk around the area and the Hostal Tacacho will help you with transport to the nearby local communities so you can get a real flavour of the place.

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From the town of Humahuaca (3hrs away by bus), take the 66km rough but amazing drive to this beautiful village wedged on a hillside. The road reaches over 4000m at one point at Abra del Condor. Then, it drops steeply into Quebrada de Iruya with, once again, tremendously astounding views. Iruya stands out in this landscape, 2780 metres above sea level, clinging from a plateau into the river ravine.The village really has an end-of-the-road feel as the one road ends right in front of the church. Surrounded by a breathtaking view, with cliffs and mountains enclosing the village; its steep cobble-paved streets take us back to the past. Its church, its adobe houses, its narrow and steeped little pitted streets, are testimony of the typical way of life of its inhabitants, who preserve enrooted their most ancestral habits, shown during their different rituals and festivities. Spare some time to go to Cerro de la Cruz for one of the most stunning viewpoints. Go on a horseback ride, take a 4x4 tour or hike to the 8km to remote San Isidro - a little town that hangs spectacularly from a cliff. If you visit by foot, the trek takes around 6 hours and you can spend the night there (guides are available), but bear in mind that in the summer the river sometimes cuts off the access.

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La Quiaca is the last stop before entering Bolivia. It’s a small village about 190 km from Humahuaca at 3,442 m.a.s.l. It’s next to the Bolivian border, connecting via an international bridge. You will be attracted by the way people live, the characteristic clothing of the women and men, and the active trade in local products. The Central Market is interesting to see, and from here there is local transport that takes you to the historic village of Yavi (it leaves all the time), situated only 16 km east of La Quiaca through a paved road. Yavi was founded in 1667 and has under 400 inhabitants that live in adobe wall houses with typical roofs made out of reed, clay and straw. You should visit the San Francisco’s Chapel, built in 1690 and the mansion of the Marquis of Tojo (converted into a museum). From Yavi there are walking trails around the nearby Cerros Colorados, including rock paintings and petroglyphs. Five km south of Yavi, at the foot of the Siete Hermanos Mountains, you will find the Laguna Colorada with astonishing rock paintings of human figures, llamas, spirals and portrayals of the activities and customs, all painted by the primitive inhabitants.

LA QUIACA

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EL APOLILLO HOSTELOnly 8 blocks from the Bolivian border,El Apolillo Hostel really is at the final frontier of Argentina! At this small hostel you will find the spirit of a true hostel with travellers from all corners of the world meeting in this colourful house in the centre of La Quiaca, only 5 blocks from the bus station. A refurbished adobe house made with local materials and with solar heated rooms, El Apolillo respects its environment and respects yours too - providing musical instruments, board games, Playstation, cable TV, a fully equipped kitchen, great breakfast, book exchange and a big BBQ area to enjoy the atmosphere! Take your pick between the comfy 4 and 5 bed dorms with lockers or the private double room, all with private bathrooms and towels included. Whatever time you arrive the bi-lingual owners, a friendly Argentine couple, will make you feel welcome and you can check in 24 hours.

LA QUIACA

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