You will follow the ancient trails of the Inca Indians. This unforgettable ride will cross through tropical forests with crystal clear streams; deserts with multicolored mountains and wind eroded hills and high altitude grasslands which provide the setting for spectacular sunsets. You will also enjoy the rare privilege of mingling with the local people, delicious traditional foods and famous Argentine wine.

ITINERARY

Day 1:
Transfer from the Salta City Airport to your hotel. After you have settled in you will join your fellow riders in a visit to the Museum of High Altitude Archaeology. The museum houses the best preserved mummies and Incan human sacrifice artifacts.

Day 2:
You will be transferred to La Viňa. The ride will journey along the bubbling Las Pircas stream which runs through the Valle de Lerma mountain forest. This ancient trail remains the only connection with the inhabitants. Your horse will carry you across the Dead Lion range to your El Curqui mountain camp.

Day 3:
Your horse will trek along crystal clear streams in the Lerma Valley to arrive at your camp in Amblayo

Day 4:
A dense forest path will give way to lush mountain grasslands, 9000 feet above sea level. After searching for condors, you will descend into the Calchaqui Desert Valley. The village of Amblayo, home to only 150 people. provides your lodging. A traditional lamb barbecue and renown goat cheese is your dinner feast.

Day 5:
You will ride through the archeological rich Calchaqui Valley. Pieces of ancient painted pottery line your trail. Your camp will be among the mulit colored hills and giant cacti of Isonza.

Day 6:
The day begins with an experience in a working ranch. Farming practices from the Incas are still utilized. After lunch, the ride will take you to ancient pictographs painted on cliff walls. Your horse will then carry you to the steep slopes of Chilo for magnificent views of the two valleys below.

Day 7:
Your transfer to Salta City will take you through Cuesa del Obispe and the Cardones National Park refuge to wild donkeys freed by the Spanish Conquistadors. You will reminisce about your wonderful ride at the farewell dinner.

Day 8:
Transfer to Salta Airport and then fly to Buenos Aires. Spend the day visiting Buenos Aires.

Day 9:
After breakfast, transfer to Buenos Aires Airport

DETAILS:
Dates: 2012 February 2-10, March 10-18, April 28-May 5, July 1-9, August 19-27, September 23-October 1, November 25-December 3 2013: January 27-February 4, March 3-11, April 14-22, June 30-July 8, August 25-September 3, September 22-30, October 27-November 5, December 1-9, December 22-30
Riding days: 5
Meeting Point: Salta Airport
Riding ability: Walk, trot, opportunity to canter and gallop
Horses: Peruvian Paso cross, Criollos
Group size minimum: 6 – 10
Saddles: South American Recado
Non- riding activities: rafting, trekking, 4×4 WD w/mining tour, rappelling
Price: $1,890 p.p., double occupancy, with six or more riders booked on ride, $2,070 p.p., double with 4-5 riders booked, $2,280 p.p., double with 2-3 riders booked., $280 single supplement
*Pricing adjustment will be made once final group number is confirmed. Contact for details.

Includes: 4 nights camping, 3 nights boutique hotel, all meals and beverages (wine, soft drinks, water), horse, tack, guide, transfers to and from Salta Airport
Not included: airfare, transfers to and from Buenos Aires Airport ($80 per car round trip)