Hermoso paseo guiado por Julio y su chofer (4/8/2025) hacen lucir todos los paisajes. Fueron muy amenos, organizados y con mucho para contar de lo visitado. Desde la empresa la organización es muy prolija, desde la contratación hasta la realización del paseo. Comunicaron por wapps la llegada del transporte y demás detalles.
Posted on our previous websiteCafayate Tour
Unique landscapes, unforgettable flavors
About this tour
A full-day tour from Salta: we cross the Quebrada de las Conchas, with the Garganta del Diablo and the Anfiteatro, and reach Cafayate, the home of Torrontés wine.
Cafayate is famous for its landscapes, its vineyards and its Torrontés wineries. It's one of the main towns of the Calchaquí Valleys, and the road there is as striking as the destination: the Quebrada de las Conchas. It's one of the classic day tours from Salta.
Through the Lerma Valley
We leave Salta heading south through the towns of the Lerma Valley: Cerrillos, El Carril, Coronel Moldes and La Viña. There are 19th-century adobe houses, and the towns keep their festivals alive, like the Cerrillos carnival. This is the most fertile part of the valley: tobacco fields, olive and walnut groves and, in the distance, the Cabra Corral reservoir.
The Quebrada de las Conchas
The landscape turns dry and red. Just before the gorge we pass Alemanía, a hamlet many call a "ghost town": it was almost abandoned when the railway line that was meant to cross the gorge was dropped. The old station and the bridge are still there.
The gorge is named after the fossilized shells found in its rocks. Along the way we stop at its best-known formations: the Garganta del Diablo, the Anfiteatro, El Fraile, El Sapo, Los Castillos, El Obelisco and the Tres Cruces viewpoint.
Cafayate
Before reaching town, vineyards line the road. Cafayate is known for Torrontés and for the Serenata a Cafayate, its folk music festival.
There's free time for lunch and to walk around town, and then we visit a winery, usually Vasija Secreta, at the entrance to Cafayate. The tasting is free. Keep in mind that this is not a wine-focused tour: the star is the scenery along the way.
Heads up: many people confuse Cafayate, in Salta, with El Calafate, in Patagonia.
Packages that include this tour
- Calchaquí Valleys Pack: Cafayate and Cachi.
- FULL NOA Pack: Cafayate, Cachi, Quebrada de Humahuaca and Salinas Grandes.
What to expect
- Departure from Salta, with pickup from your accommodation
- Lerma Valley: Cerrillos, El Carril and La Viña
- Alemanía, the "ghost town"
- Quebrada de las Conchas: Garganta del Diablo and Anfiteatro
- El Fraile, El Sapo and Los Castillos viewpoints
- Cafayate: free time for lunch and a walk around town
- Winery visit
- Return to Salta
Included
- Transport
- Guide
- Insurance
- Pickup from your accommodation in downtown Salta
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Museum admission
Meeting point
Pick-up at your accommodation: Salta
Time: 7:00–7:45
Duration: ~12 h
Before you go
What to bring
- Comfortable sportswear
- Comfortable shoes
- Cap
- Sunglasses
- A light jacket
- Sunscreen
Cancellation policy
Terms and conditions
Frequently asked questions
Can I stay overnight in Cafayate instead of returning with the group?
Yes, let us know when you book. You'll need to arrange your own return to Salta.
Is Cafayate the same as El Calafate?
No. Cafayate is in Salta, in the Calchaquí Valleys, and is famous for its Torrontés wines. El Calafate is in Santa Cruz, in Patagonia, more than 2,500 km away.
What's the difference between a shared group tour and a private tour? Can you do it just for my group?
On a shared group tour, you share the vehicle with other travelers, with a set schedule and route. A private tour is just for your group and is adapted in schedule, pace, and stops. Message us with what you're looking for and we'll advise you.
Should I bring cash? Are there ATMs along the way?
Yes, it's a good idea to bring some cash: in small towns, not all shops accept cards, and there are few ATMs.
Do you offer pickup from my accommodation? From what area? What if I'm outside downtown?
Yes, on most shared group tours we offer pickup from your accommodation if it's within about 15 blocks of Plaza 9 de Julio. If you're outside that area, we'll give you a nearby meeting point. Each tour page states whether pickup is included.
Where do I enter my accommodation? Can I change it later?
You enter it when you book. If you change accommodation, send us a message on WhatsApp.
What time will you pick me up? Why is it a time window and not an exact time?
We give you a window of about 45 minutes, because the vehicle stops at several accommodations before reaching yours. Be ready from the start of the window.
Where do I wait, and how do I know the vehicle is on its way? What if it's late?
Wait at the door of your accommodation from the start of the time window. The guide will contact you; if you don't hear anything, message our on-call WhatsApp.
Can you drop me off somewhere else at the end?
Yes, within the downtown area or at any point along the vehicle's route.
Can I bring luggage or a suitcase? Do I need to let you know?
On shared group tours by minibus, one carry-on bag of up to 10 kg per traveler is allowed: the vehicles have no luggage compartment. Larger luggage is subject to confirmation and may have an additional cost if seats need to be left empty.
How many people travel, and in what vehicle?
The vehicle depends on the number of travelers; in high season, it may be a vehicle with 24 seats or more. If the vehicle can't enter downtown, we'll give you a central meeting point.
Is a guide included? Do they stay with you the whole way?
Yes. Depending on the tour, you travel with a guide and a driver, or with a driver-guide who stays with you the whole way.
Is lunch included? Where and when do we eat?
Unless the tour page says otherwise, lunch isn't included. There's a stop with free time to eat: you can bring your own food, buy something, or go to a restaurant. The guide can suggest places, with no obligation.
Are there extra costs during the tour (admission, meals)?
Unless the tour page says so, meals and admission to museums or archaeological sites, such as the Pucará de Tilcara, aren't included. Beyond that, the only cost is whatever you want to buy.
Can the route be changed?
No. Only the agency or the guide can change it if the weather or road conditions require it.
Are there restrooms and cell service along the way?
Yes, the stops have restrooms. There's service in the towns, but there may be none on some mountain stretches.
How far in advance do I need to book? Can I book for today or tomorrow?
We recommend booking in advance, especially during Argentine winter holidays, Easter and long weekends. On the website you can book until 6 pm the day before, unless the tour page shows a different cutoff. To pay by bank transfer you need at least 1 day before the departure. For the same day or outside those hours, message us on WhatsApp and we will check availability.
How do I know if there is availability, and when is my booking confirmed?
It depends on the service, and the tour page tells you before you pay. Services with "Instant confirmation" are confirmed as soon as the payment goes through, and you get the voucher right away. For the rest, your booking is registered when you pay and we confirm it with the provider within a few hours, during business hours. For trains, the ticket is issued by the operator. If there were no availability, we offer you another date, another activity or a full refund. Services on request are booked on WhatsApp: we confirm availability first.
Can I change the date or the travelers, or modify my booking after paying?
Yes, message us on WhatsApp and we will take care of it. For shared group tours and packages, if you let us know 48 hours or more in advance, we change the date free of charge, subject to availability. For private tours and trips we review each case, and for trains the operator's policy applies.
What happens if I need to cancel?
Within 10 days of your purchase and up to 24 hours before the first service, you can withdraw and we refund everything, except for trains and services run by other operators. Outside that period, each service's policy applies, which you see before paying: shared group tours can be canceled free of charge up to 48 hours before. It is calculated on what you paid, and you can cancel for all travelers or only for some.
What happens if the tour is canceled due to weather or force majeure?
First, we offer to reschedule it for another date. If you can't, we leave the date open so you can use it later, and if that doesn't work for you either, we refund what you paid.
What payment methods do you accept? Is there a discount depending on how I pay?
It depends on where you are paying from, and you choose it in your order. From Argentina: bank transfer or Mercado Pago, with a credit or debit card or account balance, and up to 3 interest-free installments. From abroad: PayPal, Wise or a card through Mercado Pago, and from Uruguay also Prex. Paying by bank transfer from an Argentine account gives you a discount: the tour page and the cart show the price with each method before you pay. We do not accept cash through the website.
Can I pay from another country or with a foreign card?
Yes. In your order, choose the country you are paying from and you will see the available methods: PayPal (in US dollars), Wise (in US dollars or euros) or a card through Mercado Pago. From Uruguay you can also pay with Prex. If your card is declined, try PayPal or Wise, or message us on WhatsApp.
What happens if I'm late?
There's little leeway, because the vehicle follows a route with other travelers. We'll try to contact you, but if you're not there on time, you may miss the service.
What language are the tours in? Can I request a guide in English or Portuguese?
Tours are in Spanish. English is available on request: let us know when you book. Portuguese is available only occasionally and must be requested in advance.
Can children come? Can I bring a baby? Do you have child seats?
Yes, children and babies can travel on shared group tours. If you need a baby seat, request it when you book and we'll install it. The minimum age for each activity is listed on its page.
Are tours suitable for seniors or people with reduced mobility?
Shared group tours are suitable for seniors; the effort level for each one is listed on the tour page. They're not suitable for people with reduced mobility, due to the type of vehicles.
Do I need to tell you about any health conditions?
Yes. When you book, let us know about any condition the guide should be aware of, such as heart or respiratory problems, pregnancy, or allergies. We use this only to organize the service.
Are tours canceled if it rains?
Generally not: tours run in the rain. During the rainy season, if a road is cut off by flooding and we can't get through, we'll let you know in advance. The forecast often shows rain in the mountains even when it doesn't actually rain, so don't let it scare you.
Reviews
Reviews in their original language.
Muchas gracias por todo! Todas las excursiones 10 puntos! El único comentario como recomendación es sobre el restaurant q nos recomendaron en cafayate tardaron muchísimo en servir la comida, entonces nos quedó muy poco tiempo para comer. Asi que quizás podrían evaluar recomendar algún otro lugar para comer, porque ese se llena bastante
Posted on our previous websiteWe took two tours with dexotic (Cafayate and Salinas). Our pick up was on time, we saw everything on the advertised itinerary, and both guides were bilingual and spoke good English. We got a small discount by paying with cash at their office in Salta.
Posted on our previous websiteEl viaje fue genial y supero mis expectativas. Fue genial el servicio, por la comodidad, puntualidad y amabilidad. Además Cafayate me pareció hermoso. Bueno todo Salta es hermosa.
Posted on our previous websiteExcelente excursion, la recomiendo mucho. El chofer y guia, Martin, muy simpático, divertido, clarisimo en sus explicaciones, las paradas muy bien pensadas. Fuimos directo hacia cafayate sin parar a la ida en garganta del diablo ni anfiteatro, donde habia mucha gente, asi llegamos temprano a la bodega que visitamos y a cafayate a almorzar xon poca gente al rededor de las 12.30. Dos horas ahi tiempo mas qe suficiente, y en regreso paramos en esos dos lugares increíbles para fotos. Todas sus explicaciones y su manera de mantener el grupo divertido sin ser molesto, fueron excelentes. Lo super recomiendo
Posted on our previous websiteEstuvimos en Semana Santa y todo fue muy bien. El conductor y todos los servicios ofrecidos excelentes. El paseo muy lindo.
Posted on our previous websiteTodo perfecto! He tenido un muy buen viaje e iría nuevamente. Los guías muy didáctico y atentos. Gracias por el buen servicio que brindan!
✓ Verified travelerBuen tour. Hicimos el de cafayate y el de Salinas grandes. El guía muy atento, tenía la intención de enseñarnos todo el tiempo En la primera excursión había gente que gritaba, insoportable y nunca se les puso un freno. Eso no me gusto. En la segunda, los paisajes fueron increíbles pero los tiempos para recorrer muy cortos. En la segunda excursión la camioneta estaba MUY sucia. El guía y conductor fue muy prudente para manejar Lo recomiendo
Posted on our previous websiteI explored the region of Salta with dexotic tours and had an awesome time! I did one day trip to Purmamaca and another one to Cafayate. Both tours were well organized, the guide spoke good English and we had many beautiful stops on the way. Can definitely recommend them to travel this area!
Posted on our previous websitePor 2DO Año Consecutivo Volvemos a Elegir a DEXOTIC Para Las Excursiones Que Realizamos En El Norte Argentino, Claridad, Rapidez y Cordialidad En La Atencion, Facilidad Para Cancelar La Excursion, Como Asi Tambien La Buena Onda y La Responsabilidad En El TRABAJO DEL CHOFER DE TURNO (EN ESTE CASO, JESUS A CAFAYATE) EXCELENTES como siempre
Posted on our previous website