El Shincal, Londres and Belén in English
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Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is made up to 48 hours prior the departure date, you will not have any charge. Cancellations within 48 hours will incur a 100% service charge. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
Description
We continue through the charming Villa Mazán and the city of Aimogasta, renowned for its centuries-old walnut and olive groves, before joining a section of the legendary National Route 40, always flanked by vineyards and mountain landscapes.
One of the most exciting moments of the trip is a visit to the El Shincal Archaeological Site in Quimivil, the ancient capital of the Inca empire in the region. There, amidst ceremonial sites and the remains of its grand central plaza, the past comes alive, revealing the grandeur of an ancient civilization.
The tour continues to London, the second oldest city in Argentina, which preserves the charm of its colonial history, and culminates in Belén, the warm "Birthplace of the Poncho." In this picturesque city, you can discover the art of the Arañitas Hilanderas (Spinning Spiders), women who keep alive a unique weaving tradition in the country, a symbol of Catamarcan identity and pride.
based on 40 reviews
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Service ratings
Ricardo G.
Ideal para conocer la ciudad
Impecable, no le encuentro un pero. Nos tocó un guía excelente, con mucha data y buen humor. Nos sirvió para decidir a dónde volver el resto de la semana. Ojalá todos los tours fueran así.
Lucy S.
Highlight of the trip
We picked it from the photos and it was even better in person. It costs more than going alone, but it saves you all the planning. Very tight on timings. We would never have made it to Artisanal on our own. It helped us decide where to go back to later in the week. If only every tour were run like this.
Emiliano A.
Muy bueno
Contentos con la experiencia, aunque no todo fue perfecto. El guía sabía mucho, aunque a veces costaba escucharlo con el ruido de la calle. Si lo comparás con hacerlo por tu cuenta, conviene. Arañitas Hilanderas quedó en todas nuestras fotos. El audio se cortaba en un par de tramos. Lo recomiendo, con las aclaraciones que hice.
Malena M.
Repetiría sin dudar
Una de las mejores cosas que hicimos en San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca. Me quedé con las ganas de más tiempo en Shincal de Quimivil. La atención previa a la reserva fue muy clara con todas nuestras dudas. De todo el recorrido, Cuna del Poncho' es lo que más recuerdo. Muy bueno para una primera vez en la ciudad.
Lucas G.
Vale cada centavo
Uma das melhores coisas que fizemos em San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca. Dava para ver que o guia era da região, contava de primeira mão. Avisaram de uma mudança de horário com bastante antecedência. O que menos gostei foi a última parada, meio corrida. Se voltarmos a San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca, repetimos.
Matias S.
Casi perfecto
Salió todo bien, con un detalle que menciono más abajo. Nos encantó la zona de Cébila. Recomiendo hacerlo temprano, hay menos gente y mejor luz. En hora pico el tránsito estira bastante el recorrido.
Highlights
- Stunning landscapes: Explore the Quebrada de la Cébila and Quebrada de los Colorados, enjoying a journey through hills, valleys, and mountains of unique colors
- Living history: Visit El Shincal de Quimivil, the ancient Inca capital in northwestern Argentina, and discover its ceremonial sites and archaeological remains
- Artisanal tradition: Discover Belén, "The Cradle of the Poncho," and marvel at the ancestral art of the Arañitas Hilanderas, guardians of Catamarcan weaving
Important
Admission to Shincal de Quimivil is not included. It is paid upon entry and costs approximately AR$5,000 per person.
Some hotels in the city are not included in our pickup itinerary. If this is the case, we will contact you to indicate the closest hotel to which you should go so that we can pick you up for the excursion. You must wait for your guide in the lobby of the indicated hotel.
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is made up to 48 hours prior the departure date, you will not have any charge. Cancellations within 48 hours will incur a 100% service charge. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
El Shincal, Londres and Belén in English in San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca
