Journal destination
Stories from this city location. Explore published field notes, guided trips, and local perspectives.
The collection
01A string of high-altitude towns, sculpted gorges and sun-baked vineyards, the Calchaquí Valley combines accessible hiking with world-class wine. Here’s how to move through it—safely, slowly and with your senses turned up.
02A high, winding ascent that shifts you from subtropical foothills to the dry Andean puna, Cuesta del Obispo delivers cinematic geology, condor sightings, and the colonial calm of Cachi. Perfect for travelers who want dramatic views without technical climbing.
03Towering columnar cacti, wide alpine skies and ancient Inca trails—Los Cardones National Park rewards travelers who like their landscapes raw, high and quiet. Here’s how to get the most from a day trip or multi-day loop through the Calchaquí Valleys.
04Drive a ribbon of road through wind-sculpted cliffs, step into natural amphitheaters and finish the day tasting Torrontés in Cafayate — Quebrada de las Conchas turns geological spectacle into a sensibly staged adventure.
05A short drive from Salta’s plaza, San Lorenzo’s quebrada drops travelers into a humid, mossy world of cloud-forest trails and riverside views. Ideal for a half-day hike or a shaded escape between Salta’s historic sights.