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1 NORTHWEST Tarija NORTHWEST km C H I L E Antofagasta Taltal Chañaral Caldera Geiser La Quiaca El Tatio Chiu Chiu Tartagal Calama J U J U Y Puente Internacional Po.Jama Humahuaca la Nueva Oran San Pedro de Uquia Atacama Tilcara Po.Sico Pumamarca San Salvador de Jujuy San Antonio de los Cobres Terma de Reyes Socompa Puerta Tastil San Lorenzo S A L T A Molinos Antofagasta de la Sierra La Calendaria Cafayate T U C U M A N S A N T I A G O Tafí del Valle San Miguel de Tucumán D E L E S T E R O Co. Ojos del Salado m Termas de Río Hondo Quimil C A T A M A R C A La Banda Co. Bonete Chico m Tinogasta Cachi San F. del Valle de Catamarca Santiago del Estero Laguna Yema P A R A Castelli Pilcomayo F O R M O C H A C O Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña Resiste P a c i f i c O c e a n La Serena Los Valos Co. Aconcagua m Paso de la Cumbre Viña del Mar Valparaíso SANTIAGO Rancagua Rodeo Jachal Paso de Pismanta Aguas Negras S A N J U A N Calingasta Ullum San Juan Uspallata Potrerillo Puente Mendoza del Inca Tinuyán Chilecito M E N D O Z A San Rafael L A R I O J A Caucete Desaguadero La Paz La Rioja San Luis Villa Mercedes S A N L U I S Villa Carlos Paz La Falda Córdoba Va. Grl. Mitre C O R D O B A Río Cuarto Quinto Tercero Villa María Cuarto Lag. Mar Chiquita Salado San Francisco Venado Tuerto S A N T A F Rafaela Santa Feé Carcarañá E Rosario San Nicolás de los Arroyos C E La Pergamino Zárate Junín Reconquista Dulce Paraná Paraná E C d Gualeg B A Talca Chillan Curico Las Leñas Malargüe Atuel Victorica Santa Rosa Gral. Pico B U E N O S Pehuajo Trenque Lauquen A I R E S Concepción Los Angeles Chos Malal L A P A M P A Gral. Acha Carhué Olavarría Ta JUJUY SALTA CHUBUT TUCUMAN SANTIAGO DEL ESTERO CATAMARCA C H I L E Temuco N E U Q U E N Copahue Caviahue Zapala Neuquén Neuquén Cutral-Có 25 de Mayo Cipoletti Choele-Choel Va. El Chocón Limay Lag. Urre Lauquen Bahía Blanca Punta Alta Cnel. Pringles REGULAR & SPECIAL TOURS

2 Classic Northwest Cachi Molinos Quilmes S.M. de Tucumán 7 days AR 050 Mondays. Northwestern Argentina: an area full of contrasts where the visitor becomes submersed in the historic roots of Latin American civilization, in a landscape of valleys, gorges and small towns where colonial architecture has melted with modern life and some others so deeply stuck in time that no traces of contemporary life are found. Plunge into a magical ambience where the fresh air stresses the presence of the colorful hills and the irregular geological formations of the gorges and where the warm weather and its most amiable people make your stay really enjoyable. DAY 01: San Miguel de Tucumán Reception at Tucumán airport and transfer to hotel. City tour including visit to Villa Nogués and Mount San Javier. Accommodation. Dinner. Half board PUCARÁ DE TILCARA: JUJUY: DAY 02: San Miguel de Tucumán / Quilmes Continental breakfast. Departure for a tour to Quilmes ruins. Passing through the Quebrada de los Sosa (Los Sosa Ravine), viewing the Monument to the Calchaquí Aborigine and El Mollar with its Menhires (monolitic rock statues) and Tafí del Valle, a wondrous summer resort by the side of an artificial lake. Visit to the aborigine ruins of Quilmes. Accommodation at Quilmes Inn. Dinner. DAY 03: Quilmes / Molinos Continental brekfast. Departure to Cafayate, through the Calchaquí Valleys, passing Colalao del Valle at Tolombón. Visit to Cafayate, located 1,700 meters above sea level. This town is one of those peaceful, colonial-style settlements that never fails to evoke the feeling of a time long past. In such a wonderful climate, its vineyards produce a worldwide known wine. Visit to a winery. The panoramic view of the valleys continues while travelling the Quebrada de las Conchas (also known as Cafayate Gorge) with colorful rock formations carved by the wind: the 'Amphitheatre', the 'Castle', the 'Priest', the 'Devil s Throat'. Afterwards the tour will go on northwest bound, along a mountain road, passing by small typical villages devoted to peppermint farming such as Animaná, el Barrial and San Carlos. Arrival at Molinos. Accommodation at a charming inn built in the XIX century from where it is possible to get a wonderful view down to the valleys. Dinner. DAY 04: Molinos / Cachi / Continental breakfast. Departure for San José de Cachi an ancient town founded in the XVII century at the foot of the white snow-covered peak of Cachi, with a wonderful view of the surrounding valleys. Visit to the archaeological museum and the parish church. Following the route, across Los Cardones National Park, with its huge abundance of this giant cactuses, upwards Cuesta del Obispo, called the Condor s home, reaching 3,720 meters above sea level with a colorful view of the Calchaquí Valleys, a natural treasure located in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. Afternoon arrival in. Accommodation at Hotel. Dinner. DAY 05: Departure for a drive along the historic Humahuaca Gorge, passing León, Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca framed by the Seven-Colored Hill, Tilcara with its archaeological museum and the old refurbished indian fortress (known as Pucará de Tilcara), and Uquía Church, finally arriving in Humahuaca. Visit to the Handicraft Fair. On the way back to it will be interesting to stop at Jujuy for a visit of this nice city. Afternoon arrival in. Accommodation at Hotel. Dinner. PAGE/26 TRAIN TO THE CLOUDS: THE POLVORILLA VIADUCT: SALTA DAY 06: Day at leisure for optional tours. Accommodation at Hotel. Dinner. DAY 07: City tour visiting the major points of interest and transfer to the local airport. Optional tours: Tren a las Nubes (Train to the Clouds) to Viaducto La Polvorilla (The Polvorilla Viaduct), 214 km away at 4,200 meters at sea level, admiring the changing colors of the sharp rocks. The highest spot of this trip is the amazing crossing of the viaduct suspended on the abyss on fabulous pillars. (Saturdays from May to October). Safari Movitrack following the famous track of the Train of the Clouds through the Del Toro Gorge to San Antonio de los Cobres; reaching then the Salinas Grandes (Grand Salt Pits) in Jujuy by crossing the Puna; and at last on the way back, the downhill trip of Lipan that will allow a visit to the picturesque village of Purmamarca. Return to.

3 Safari in the Northwest Quilmes Tilcara Tucumán / / Jujuy Buenos Aires 7 days AR 051 Sundays MoviTrack departures: Mondays /Thursdays Movitrack offers an exciting alternative way of touring the Northwest of Argentina in its famous tracking tours. Their special 4WD vehicles are designed to offer the greatest pleasure during the tours, with a high degree of comfort and safety. Its sliding roof and the rear roof give you the chance to travel in the open air and enjoy a fully panoramic view of the gorgeous surrounding landscapes. The roof allows people to enjoy the trip in fresh air with a complete panoramic view. It makes possible to observe wild animals, exotic vegetation and impressive landscapes so close that the trip really merits the label "Safari". Take this unique opportunity to share some of the most amazing safaris: to the Quilmes Ruins and Cafayate and to the Humahuaca Gorge. According to itinerary HUMAHUACA: JUJUY: DAY 01: Reception at local airport. Transfer to the hotel. City tour of and its rich architecture, including the Cathedral and the Cabildo (Old City Hall) both built in the XIX century. A panoramic view of the city from San Bernardo hill is also a highlight. Return to the hotel. DAY 02: / Quilmes Continental breakfast. Cross the Lerma Valley to get to the Escoipe Canyon and Cuesta del Obispo (Bishop's Slope). Along Recta de Tin-Tin route, travel through the National Park Los Cardones to reach the old village of Cachi, placed at the foot of the snow covered peak of Mount Cachi (6,380 meters high). On a picturesque little road, skirt the fertile valleys of the Calchaquí River through little villages such us Molinos, Angastaco and San Carlos, and later cross the impressive Quebrada de las Flechas (Arrows Gorge). Accommodation at a fascinating hotel placed close to the Quilmes ruins. DAY 03: Quilmes / Continental breakfast. Visit the aborigine ruins and then continue with the Movitrack to Cafayate to know and "taste" the main activity of this valley, the wine production. On the way back to, travel through the amazing landscape of the Quebrada de las Conchas (Calchaquí River Gorge) with its fascinating rock formations that will be greatly admired from the open roof of the Movitrack and visit Santa Anita, a traditional goat diary farm. Arrival in and accommodation. MOVITRACK SAFARI TO TRAIN TO THE CLUODS: SALTA: DAY 04: Continental breakfast. Departure towards a densely forested area in the outskirts of to enjoy a birdwatching tour, with guides specialized in ornithology, to see the typical bird species typical of Northwest Argentina, which outstands for their immense beauty and great variety. Do not miss the imposing flight of the Condor and the continuous fluttering of the little birds in the lusty forest. Return to. Accommodation. DAY 05: / Tilcara Continental breakfast. Early departure on another Movitrack Safari following the tracks of the famous "Train to the Clouds". The tour stops several times along the impressive "Quebrada del Toro" (Bull s Gorge), until reaching San Antonio de los Cobres (3,775 meters high). Then the trip goes on along the old route 40 through the Puna till the Salinas Grandes (Grand Salt Pit). Several stops in the way will allow you to take pictures of the vast landscape and the llamas. After crossing a 4,000 metres high pass, the way goes down the spirallike route of Cuesta de Lipan through the Purmamarca Valley till the historical village of the same name, where the Seven Color Hill provides a most attractive backdrop. After a walk in this nice village which has an important handicraft market, you will go on to Tilcara, another village situated in the famous Quebrada de Humahuaca (Humahuaca Gorge). Dinner. Accommodation. DAY 06: Tilcara / Continental breakfast. The morning starts with a walking tour in Tilcara fortress ruin site, on the top of a low hill surrounded by large cactuses. Then on to Humahuaca Village to discover a town where people continue keeping many old time traditions in their everyday life combined with many traits of modernity. In the afternoon, return to stopping for a while at San Salvador de Jujuy, for a short visit of the most interesting places in the city. Visit to a traditional farm in, located in the middle of an area covered by subtropical vegetation. Arrival in. Accommodation. DAY 07: / Buenos Aires Continental breakfast. Transfer to local airport to board flight to Buenos Aires. PAGE/27

4 4 days AR 055 Daily all year round is the Argentine city where the Spanish influence is best preserved. Enjoy its touch of elegance that talks of a sumptuous past that is still alive in its large old houses and flowery courtyards. Also visit Cafayate, a beautiful village in the Calchaquí Valleys famous for its wine production. And do not miss the gorgeous landscapes of the Humahuaca Gorge with its old towns full of history and tradition. Half board DAY 03: Breakfast. Early departure for a drive along Humahuaca Gorge, passing by Purmamarca, Tumbaya, Tilcara with its Archeological Museum and the old Indian fortress called 'Pucará de Tilcara', and the typical parrish church in Uquía, arriving finally in Humahuaca. Lunch. Visit to the Northern Carnival Museum and the Handicraft Fair. Return to the hotel. Accommodation. DAY 01: Reception at airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, city tour visiting the Cathedral, the San Francisco Church, San Bernardo Hill with a magnificent view of the city. Return to hotel. Dinner at restaurant. DAY 02: Continental breakfast. Full day excursion to Cafayate, a beautiful village in Breakfast. Full day excursion to Cafayate, a beautiful village in the heart of the Calchaquí Valleys passing by Las Conchas River Gorge (also known as Cafayate Gorge) with its amazing rock formations eroded by the carving action of wind and time.lunch. In Cafayate, visit a winery and the Aborigine Art Museum (optional). Return to. Crossing the Andes DAY 04: Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Optional Tour 2-hour rafting along the Juramento River (Difficulty: level 3) with accommodation at Hotel del Dique situated on the coast of the largest man-made lake in the north: the Cabra Corral Dam; framed by a wonderful landscape and gorgeous views of the imposing dam along with high quality services. See dinousaur footprints, petrified seaweed, all enclaved in a beautiful environment. San Pedro de Atacama San Antonio de los Cobres Argentina - Chile 6 days PAGE/28 AR 056 Fridays from April to October Italian - French Take part in one of the most amazing experiences: crossing the Andes doing part of the route by the worldwide known Train to the Clouds. Be impressed by the beautiful landscape and the overpowering silence of the Puna. Discover the typical town of San Antonio de los Cobres and go on to Chile to visit the Atacama Salt Pit, where pink flamingos are the main attraction. DAY 01: Reception and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation. In the afternoon city tour of, visiting the San Bernardo Hill from where the view of the city is magnificent. Return to hotel. Dinner. DAY 02: / San Antonio de los Cobres Departure by the touristic 'Tren a las Nubes'. The highest spot of this trip is the amazing crossing of the viaduct suspended on the abyss on fabulous pillars. Accommodation in the old town of San Antonio de los Cobres. Dinner. DAY 03: San Antonio de los Cobres / San Pedro de Atacama Breakfast. Departure to San Pedro de Atacama, near Toconao, a small village and oasis where different kind of fruits are grown. Finally, after bordering the Salar de Atacama, the largest salt pit in Chile, arrive in San Pedro de Atacama. Accommodation. Lunch en route. Half board DAY 04: San Pedro de Atacama Early departure to visit the Tatio Geyser (4,300 meters above sea level), a geothermic field surrounded by high summits, where violent water-spouts spring up at sunrise, and the coloring of the soil and sky stands out among the steam columns at the light of the first sunbeams. In the afternoon, tour to the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) an outstandingly beautiful geological formation. Continue to Calama. Visit to this small depression of saline soil surrounded by amazing hills. Lunch en route. Return to the hotel.. DAY 05: San Pedro de Atacama / San Salvador de Jujuy Breakfast. Departure from San Pedro de Atacama passing by Susques, a tiny colonial town; Quebrada Mal Paso (Mal Paso Gorge). Finally arrive at Salinas Blancas (White Salt Pit), a place of striking beauty. Then Cuesta de Lipan (Lipan Slope) starts and leads upwards to the plateau at 4,170 meters above sea level. From that point, observe the salt plains reflecting the blue sky, which makes them look like an enormous hill-surrounded sea. Proceed to Purmamarca, with the Seven Colored Hill at its back. Lunch. Arrival in Jujuy. Accommodation at hotel. DAY 06: San Salvador de Jujuy Continental breakfast. Transfer to the airport.

5 Calchaquí Valleys Molinos 4 days AR 057 Daily all year round A fascinating tour along the Calchaquí Valleys, one of the most impressive and beautiful among all Argentinean landscapes. Visit Cafayate, a lovely village skirted by rivers and vineyards and see the most attractive natural rock formations produced by the wind erosion on the way. DAY 01: Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Departure for a tour around the Calchaquí Valleys, a natural treasure enclosed in one of the most beautiful landscapes of the country. Pass through Chicoana, a small village devoted to tobacco plantations, continue along Cuesta del Obispo, called the home of the condor, reaching 3,720 meters above sea level, with a colorful view of the valleys up to the Enchanted Valleys where it is still possible to discover the footprints of the dinosaurs and pre-hispanic pictographs. Continue along Recta del Tin-Tin passing through Los Cardones National Park with its astounding abundance of this giant cactuses. Then follow the route to San José de Cachi at the foot of the white snow-covered peak of Cachi. Visit to the archaeological museum and the church in the ancient town, founded in the XVII century. Passing near Seclantas, arrive finally at Molinos. Lunch en route. Accommodation at a charming inn built in the XIX century from where it is possible to get a wonderful view down to the valleys. Dinner. Half board DAY 02: Molinos / Continental breakfast. Departure for Cafayate driving along mountainous roads passing by San Carlos, El Barrial and Animaná, small typical villages devoted to peppermint farming. Arrival in Cafayate, located 1,700 meters above sea level. This town is one of those peaceful, colonial-type settlements that never fails to evoke the feelings of a time long past. Its vineyards produce quite renowned wines. Visit to a wine cellar. The panoramic view of the valleys continues along the Quebrada de las Conchas (also known as Cafayate Gorge) with colorful rock formations carved in the hills, continuing then along the commercial route to. Lunch en route. Accommodation at hotel in. DAY 03: Continental breakfast. Early departure for a drive along the historic Humahuaca Gorge, passing León, Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca and its Seven Colored Hill, Tilcara with its archaeological museum and the old indian fortress Pucara de Tilcara, finally arriving at Humahuaca. Lunch. Visit to the Northern Carnival Museum and the Handicraft fair. Return to. Accommodation. DAY 04: Continental breakfast. Transfer to local airport. Along Humahuaca Gorge Humahuaca Tilcara San Salvador de Jujuy Tilcara, Purmamarca, Iruya 4 days AR 058 May to October Tour along the Humahuaca Gorge, a deep valley caused by the erosion of the Grande River. Witness the aborigine traditions still remaining in some towns like Purmamarca, situated next to the famous Seven Colored Hill or the fairly accesible Iruya; and see the influences of Spanish art in some others such us Tilcara, with its narrow streets and colonial style houses. DAY 01: San Salvador de Jujuy Reception at the airport, and transfer to hotel. After check in, city tour and excursion to La Ciénaga, Las Maderas and Los Alisos Dams with lunch included. Accommodation. DAY 02: San Salvador de Jujuy / Tilcara After continental breakfast, drive into the Humahuaca Gorge, a narrow and deep geological fault that gains height northwards along 170 km, starting at 1,300 meters and reaching 3,000 meters. The breathtaking scenery of its multicoloured hills contrasting with its deep blue sky is as fantastic as its archaeologic, anthropologic and architectural richness. It hosts a myriad of small towns where aboriginal and colonial cultures have mixed over hundreds of years: Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimará, which we visit on our way. Countless archae- ological sites remain next to churches, parks and narrow cobbled streets from the first centuries of the Spanish conquest. Towns seem to have aimed at conserving their ancient traditions and rich past, as is evidenced in the colourful markets, old colonial mansions and neat mud and straw huts where people still live. See several small peasant towns before arriving in Tilcara. Afternoon visit to local ruins of the Pucará de Tilcara. DAY 03: Humahuaca gorge After continental breakfast, continue northwards along the Humahuaca Gorge, and eastwards up to the village of Iruyá. Arrival at lunch time. At the gate of the mountain range leading to La Puna, this small hidden town provides the very off-the-beaten-track feeling. Almost hanging from the mountain, Iruyá boasts the silent magnificence of the ancient aborigine culture. On the way back to Tilcara, visit the towns of Uquía and Huacalera. Return to Tilcara. Accommodation. DAY 04: Tilcara / San Salvador de Jujuy After continental breakfast, return to San Salvador de Jujuy. According to flight departure, you can take an optional excursion in the area (Yala-Termas de Reyes lagoons, San Pedro and Ledesma). Lunch and transfer to local airport. PAGE/29

6 Estancias Tour Cachi Molinos Tafí del Valle San Miguel de Tucumán Northwest Argentina 7 days AR 053 Daily all year round A fascinating tour around some noble estancias and farms in the Argentine Northwest, to be in touch with the typical farm activities that are carried out locally such us the production of jams, cheeses, wines and the harvesting of different regional products. All of it enclosed in a most beautiful landscape. DAY 01: San Miguel de Tucumán / Tafi del Valle Reception at Tucumán airport and visit to Villa Nogués and San Javier Hill, to get a panoramic view of the city, continuation to Tafi del Valle through Los Sosa Gorge, an area of exhuberant subtropical vegetation, passing by the Calchaquí Aborigine Monument and El Mollar with the Provincial Park Los Menhires (archaeological reserve of great value). Arrival at Tafí del Valle, entrance gate to the Calchaquí Valleys, famous for its goat cheese and its scenical beauty. Accommodation at hotel. Dinner. Half Board ESTANCIA: NORTHWESRT: DAY 02: Tafi del Valle / Molinos Breakfast. Departure along National Route 40, passing by Amaicha del Valle, and continuing to Quilmes, where the ruins of an old aborigine settlement are located. After a short visit to this interesting achaeological site you will continue to Cafayate, visiting a wine cellar. Continue then to Molinos, passing by Angastaco and San Carlos. Arrival in Molinos. Accommodation at the local inn which was the house of the last Spanish governor in. Dinner. DAY 03: Molinos / Finca El Manantial Breakfast. Departure to Cachi, a typical little colonial village. Visit to the Archaeological Museum. Then continue through Cuesta del Obispo (3,300 meters above the sea) and Escoipe Gorge to Finca El Manantial. Dinner. Accommodation at Finca El Manantial. GUANACO IN ESTANCIA: NORTHWESRT: DAY 04: Finca El Manantial Breakfast. This is an elegant estancia but where you will fell the huge kindness of its owners, who will offer to you all their hospitality as to a most welcomed guest. The perfect place to enjoy the contact with nature in this beautiful landscape in the Andes foothill. Trekking on the mountains for condorspotting, horseback riding, visiting a dairy farm or a working mill built by the Jesuits in 1750, are some of the activities in which you will spend your time there. There is also a nice swimming pool to relax for a few hours and get ready to continue your expedition. Dinner. Accommodation at Finca El Manantial. DAY 05: Finca El Manantial / city / Estancia Bordo de las Lanzas Breakfast. Afternoon departure to for a brief citytour visiting the Cathedral, the Cabildo (old city hall), San Francisco Church, the craft market, an so on. Continuation to Estancia El Bordo de las Lanzas. Take the chance to visit the local plantations and the premises. The estancia has a natural reserve of yacares (autochthonous alligator). Dinner. Accommodation at Estancia Bordo de las Lanzas. DAY 06: at Estancia Bordo de las Lanzas Breakfast. Full day excursion to Humahuaca Gorge, passing León, Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca framed by the Seven Colored Hill, Tilcara with its archaeological museum and the old refurbished indian fortress (known as Pucará de Tilcara), and Uquía Church, arriving finally in Humahuaca. Visit to the Handicraft Fair. On the way back to it will be interesting to stop at Jujuy for a visit of this nice city. Dinner. Accommodation at Estancio Bordo de las Lanzas. PAGE/30 DAY 07: Breakfast. Transfer to the local airport.

7 Estancias in Patagonia Río Baker (Chile) Attractive lodge built over piles on the shore of Bertrand Lake, giving the appearance of being suspended on the lake. Location: 300 km aproximately from Perito Moreno, Santa Cruz. Bordering Buenos Aires lake towards Chile Chico, first chilean settlement on the border along the shore of the lake (named General Carreras in Chile), up to the begining of Baker River. Also accessible through Baker- Roballos border pass. Accommodation facilities: 4 double rooms with private bathroom and central dinning room. Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, fishing (brown and rainbow trouts). Telken Settled in 1915, Telken is an old Patagonian estancia run by its owners. Awarded the Thousand Stars Ranch prize in Location: 25 km South of Perito Moreno, in Santa Cruz Province. Accommodation facilities: it can accommodate 11 people. Production: equine and ovine cattle. Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, horseback rides, archaeological expeditions (10 km away we can find petroglyphs). Activities in the surrounding area: visit Pinturas River and the Cave of the Painted Hands, Buenos Aires Lake, Los Antiguos, Chile-Chico or Zeballos area. Meals: typical home made cuisine. Estancias in the Northwest El Manantial Authentic stately country house set at the foot of the Andean precordillera with an exceptional view of Lerma Valley. 10 km from the main house a stoned house preserves an old corn mill which belonged to the Jesuit Priests. PAGE/54 Location: La Silleta, 23 km from city, in province, 15 minutes south of airport. Accommodation facilities: 1 single, 7 double and 1 triple room, each of them with private bathroom. Production: it has a dairy and a pig farm that supply, along with its garden and orchad, all-fresh ingredients for a varied menu. Activities in the estancia: walks, horseback rides, trekking, mountain bike, four-wheel-drive vehicles, tennis court, paddle, swimming, farm activities observation, visit the dairy shed, pork breeding. Activities in the surrounding area: it is possible to take the Train to the Clouds from Campo Quijano located very near the estancia, and have 1-hour less of train trip. Meals: home-made meals and regional dishes.

8 Estancias in the Northwest El Bordo de las Lanzas El Bordo de las Lanzas is one of the oldest agricultural and cattle breeding estancias in the province of. Comprising 2,500 hectares (6,180 acres) it is also run as a modern business. The estancia abounds with numerous species of indigenous trees and there are many varieties of exotic plants in the extensive garden surrounding the house. The abundant flora and fauna provide incomparable opportunities for the nature enthusiasts, expert naturalists and lovers of the outdoors. Location: in the Andean foothills on the fertile plain of the Siancas Valley, in province, 60 km from and 70 km from San Salvador de Jujuy. Accommodation facilities: 6 rooms Production: 2,500 hectares in production.the estancia produces tobacco, sugar cane, cotton, beans, maize, vegetables, and raises cattle. Pedigree Peruvian Paso horses are bred in the farm together with polo and riding horses. Pigs, sheeps, turkeys, chickens, ducks, are raised to feed the family, guests and estancia workers. There is also a large vegetable garden and orchad, which produces tropical fruits used to make jams, marmalades, chutneys, preserves and sauces. Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, horseback rides, fishing, birdwatching, visiting the caiman reserve of the ranch. Activities in the surrounding area: thermal springs nearby. Excursions to attractive, historic and tourist locations such as the Quebrada de Humahuaca, Calilegua National Park and El Rey National Park. Meals: regional, international and vegetarian dishes prepared with home-grown products. Other delikatessen made with tropical fruits and jams. Home-made bread. Finca San Antonio Finca San Antonio used to belong to the Jesuit Priests who settled in this place in the second half of the XVII century. The Cornejo Becker family, actual owners, have been handling the estancia for more than one hundred years. Location: Lerma Valley, in Province, 37 km from. Accommodation facilities: 8 rooms - 1 suite and 7 double rooms. Production: agriculture and cattle breeding. Polo horses breeding. Activities: swimming, horseback rides, walking around the tobacco plantations, share in the farm activities, and polo horses breeding. Activities in the surrounding area: Visit the trout breeding. Excursions to Cabra Corral Dam, Calchaquí Valleys and Lerma Valley. Golf at La Maroma. Meals: local home-made cuisine. Hostal Provincial de Molinos Hostal Provincial de Molinos is a very particular building since it's an authentic testimony of the American Colonial architecture. It was first built in 1530 dating the restored main house from Location: Molinos. 210 km from, in province. Accommodation facilities: 13 room. Activities in the estancia: walks, trekking, swimming, birdwatching, horse rides. Meals: local home-made cuisine. PAGE/55