San Juan tours, things to do and tickets

Expedition loaded with emotions without equal, so much for the magnitude of the landscapes, the rough weather, the work of the mules, guides and baqueanos, added to the historical stamp that is printed in each moment in each camp, where in a certain way we relived the epic of that great patriot Don José de San Martín and his liberating troops, who chose these ravines, mountain ranges, valleys and steps to start our freedom as a country and as a continent.

Duration: 8 days 7 nights

Difficulty: Medium / High

Season: Summer (december to March)

Visit to the Ischigualasto Provincial park, world natural heritage and natural science museum. Is located in the northeast of the province of San Juan, 205 miles from its capital city.

Popularly known as the Moon Valley, this fascinating and strange place covers about 153 000 acres and, together with its neighbor, Talampaya in the province of La Rioja, it was declared Mankind’s Heritage.

Its importance resides in the scientific value of the paleontological findings made in the area: an almost complete sequence of the Triassic Period of the Mesozoic Era. To visit Ischigualasto means walking on the lands that dinosaurs inhabited 180-million years ago. The moon-like soil and strange geoforms sculpted by the water, sun and wind on the rocks over million of years, has turned this place into an otherworldly site.

Return by Nacional Route 150, taking a new route to Cuesta del Huaco. Return to San Juan in the afternoon.

You cannot miss the visit to the Ischigualasto Park "Valle De La Luna", a unique destination and outside the conventional itineraries, which surprises with its formations and unusual soil characteristics. The astonishment for the place and the richness that it contains for the study of the archaeological and paleontological sites of the area caused that UNESCO declared World Heritage Site. Its geoforms of curious forms (The Submarine, The Mushroom, the Bocce Court) and the remains of the oldest dinosaur are some of the attractions of this site, which is also known as "Valle de la Luna".

You will be able to see a unique phenomenon in San Juan and perhaps in Argentina, above 3900 meters above sea level, accompanied by local guides, the highest mountains in the region, with their streams and hanging glaciers, enjoy this place in the heart of the Andes mountain range is an experience that you will never forget. You will surely end up with new friends to continue planning adventures and expeditions!

You cannot miss this spectacular Tour to the Valley of Calingasta and Barreal.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes and unique geography of the region while glimpsing into the fascinating world of astronomy at the renowned El Leoncito Astronomical Complex. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the wonders of both earthly beauty and celestial exploration in one remarkable adventure!

If we talk about rarities in our geography we can not miss the Quebrada de La Sal, with its slopes, stalactites and stalagmites of salt, Abandoned Mine, and a coast as a finishing touch to recover strength with a bite and mates in between.

You will have the possibility to chain 3 peaks that exceed 1200 meters above sea level, with impressive views of lakes, valleys and the highest peaks of the pre mountain range. Ideal for lovers of the challenges that are started in mountaineering or simply want to overcome continuously.

Barreal has one of the purest skies in the world! Its landscapes nestled in the Andes mountain range make it, in addition, an ideal place for practicing adventure sports as particular as Blokart or Carrovelismo. We invite you to live the experience of seeing the clearest and most starry sky in the southern cone in El Leoncito National Park.

The tour begins on Route 40 heading north of the province, crossing the San Juan River. Next to the Villicúm hill we will reach the new tourist route 150, along which we will continue until we reach the border between La Rioja and San Juan, and along route 76 to the Talampaya National Park. There the passenger can choose the desired circuit (Circuit Not included, to be paid at destination), we suggest the Internal Circuit No 01 where they travel through the entire main Canyon with its 4 stations: Petroglyphs, Botanical Garden, Gothic Cathedral and El Monje, walk through the fundamental attractions of the Canyon, in which we will delve into the culture, characteristics and curiosities of ancient peoples. In addition, we will learn about the main geological formations that characterize the Canyon, sculptures shaped by natural forces over millions of years. Return to the city of San Juan.

To the south of the province of San Juan is the Tulum Valley, one of the most important areas of the wine industry. With a dry and temperate climate and an altitude of 600 meters, a great variety of wines are made; from table wines to fine and liquor. Its permeable sandy and clayey alluvial soils are ideal for the practice of viticulture.
To complement your trip to San Juan, you cannot miss this tour of the Wine Route to know one of the most important industries and specialties of the country such as wine.

This half-day City Tour is the ideal excursion to begin to know San Juan. You will have the opportunity to explore corners that defined the history and culture of the province and the country, as well as natural attractions.

An unmissable combination that will serve as an ideal introduction for the beginning of your trip. Do not miss our City Tour of San Juan and surroundings!

This tour is composed by four wineries located in Pocito department, in the south of our province. Visit to the Champagnera Miguel Mas, where they produce homemade champagne using the Charma method and fine wines, Fabril Alto Verde organic winery produces high quality and certificated wines.

With a duration of half a day, we will travel approximately 60 km in total.

Panoramic view of the city and visit to the main points of the city such as Sarmiento's Birthplace, Cathedral Church and Juan Victoria Auditorium. Our tour continues through the Quebrada El Zonda, El Jardín de los Poetas, we will also visit the “Campos de Olivo” olive oil factory and the Finca Sierras Azules Winery with optional tasting.

By a quick and safe path we will reach the viewpoints of the Punta Negra Dam, where we can have a wide view of the magnitude of the construction. We will continue on our way to the entrance of the Los Caracoles Dam, the end of this magnificent work.

We will return through the department of Ullum where we will visit the last of the dams on the way to the city.