Route: Office - Cathedral - the American Cultural Centre - the Historical Museum of the North - "San Francisco" Church - "San Bernardo" Convent - General Guemes Monument - "Batalla de Salta" Monument - "20 de Febrero" Park - San Lorenzo - Artisan Market - Office

Join us for a tour around the city's best sights: The Cathedral (1855) where General Güemes rests (a patriotic hero), the American Cultural Centre, the Historical Museum of the North (Town Council), with exhibitions of sacred art, and rooms dedicated to old, traditional families of Salta, “San Francisco” Church, “San Bernardo” Convent, and the General Güemes monument.

We’ll climb up to “San Bernardo” Hill to enjoy the panoramic view of the city. After a visit to the “Batalla de Salta” Monument (Battle of Salta), and the “20 de Febrero” Park (February 20th Park – named after the date of the Battle of Salta), we’ll head towards the outskirts, and visit a summer village named “San Lorenzo”, characterized by its subtropical micro-climate. The last visit will be to the Artisan Market, where craftsmen from the entire province display their wares – this is the perfect place for souvenir shopping.

Note: Tour given in English.

16:00 - 16:15

Meeting point at Nordic Travel office

16:15

Depart to the Cathedral

16:30

Visit the Cathedral, the American Cultural Centre, the Historical Museum of the North, “San Francisco” Church, “San Bernardo” Convent, and the General Güemes monument

17:30

Ascend to "San Bernardo" Hill for a panoramic view

18:00

Visit “Batalla de Salta” Monument and “20 de Febrero” Park

18:30

Go towards the outskirts, visit a summer village called “San Lorenzo”, lastly visit the Artisan Market

19:45

Depart to Nordic Travel office

- Private transportation
- All activities as listed in the itinerary
- Spanish and English speaking guide

- Tips
- Personal expenses

- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Walking shoes
- Camera

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CHILDREN (UP TO 2 YEARS OLD)
In order to obtain this discount, the child must be up to 2 years of age on the date they are due to take the tour.

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

Changes: It is FREE to change the tour date before 6:30 am (Buenos Aires time) 2 days before the tour begins.

Cancellations: If you cancel before 6:30 pm (Buenos Aires time) 2 days before the tour begins, a 10% administration fee will apply. After this time, there is a 100% cancellation fee.

Please email bookings@findlocaltrips.com to cancel this tour or make any changes.

1. What time zone is used in Salta?

   Local time in Salta is GMT -3, the same as on Argentina's mainland.

2. What kind of weather can we find in Salta?

   Salta, located in a tropical area, has a warm climate year-round. However, there are quite marked variations in its different regions, due to the disparity in the terrain elevation. January is the hottest month in Salta, with an average temperature of 22°C (72°F), and the coldest month is June, at 12°C (54°F). September is the month with the most daily sunshine hours, at 11. The wettest month is January, with an average of 182mm of rain.

3. What should I bring to the tour?

   You should bring comfortable clothes, a jacket (in case it’s a cold day), walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat and an umbrella (for rainy season). Don't forget to bring your camera, and extra cash for your personal expenses.

4. I can’t find my accommodation listed in the operator’s pick up locations as I’m making my booking. What should I select?

   This operator only offers pick-ups from the hotel and hostel accommodation listed, located in the centre. This list covers over 90% of the accommodation providers in the area. They do not provide pick-ups or drop-offs at private residences, Airbnbs, bus terminals etc. Select an alternative close by, and be ready there for pick-up at the time on your booking confirmation.

5. Why book with FindLocalTrips.com?

   Apart from our low-price guarantee, with us you can be 100% assured that your booking is made. We provide instant email confirmation, and have live spaces and availability for each tour. You are in the capable hands of our team here on the ground, with 20 local experts who speak perfect Spanish and English, always ready with a quick response to any of the questions you might have. Tour operators are experts at operating their tours, and we are the experts at reservations, organisation, and assistance with your plans for these tours.