Salta Holidays

Within minutes of arriving, you’ll be inclined to agree that this city’s nickname - ‘Salta the beautiful’ - is well deserved. With its backdrop of the Andes and streets overflowing with charming colonial buildings and crumbling plazas filled with tall palms, Salta is compellingly romantic and wonderfully atmospheric. There’s the stunning San Bernardo convent dating from 1762; an impressive cathedral opposite the ancient town hall; colourful markets and small churches galore and fascinating indigenous culture everywhere you turn. And when you tire of wandering around quaint streets and museums, Salta holidays offer more wonders in the surrounding area: the National Park El Rey hosts abundant wildlife in its subtropical cloudforest while a trip on the Train to the Clouds up to the altiplano and San Antonio de los Cobres promises dreamy vistas.

Salta holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Argentina – Buenos Aires – El Calafate – Salta – Cafayate – Cachi – Purmamarca

    City, Ice and Desert - An Epic Tour of Argentina

    Experience Argentina’s striking contrasts, from vibrant cities and tango halls to striking glaciers and vast wilderness

    16 days, from £4150 to £5700

  • One Country Argentina – Chile – Buenos Aires – Cafayate – Cachi – Salta – Purmamarca – Atacama – Santiago

    From Argentina to Chile - Across the Andes, Northwest Argentina & the Atacama Desert

    Combine the vibrant energy of contrasting capitals, Buenos Aires and Santiago, with freedom of the open road and vast Andean landscapes

    15 days, from £4750 to £6150

Salta Guide

Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday