Climb to over 4,200 meters on one of the most famous railway journeys in Northern Argentina! You will travel from Salta to the Train to the Clouds, board the train in San Antonio de los Cobres, and travel 70 kilometers round trip to the Viaduct La Polvorilla.
General information
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What to expect
Passengers must present themselves at the Train Station of the City of Salta between 06:00 and 06:50 AM to check in at the ticket office, then board the bus.
Passengers will travel approximately 186 Km by bus from the City of Salta to the Train Station of the town of San Antonio de los Cobres. In the first part of this journey, there will be a stop in the town of Alfarcito to have the breakfast included in the service. On this route, passengers will travel along Provincial Route No. 51, which runs parallel to the old tracks of the Train of the Clouds. Several tourist stops will be made during this journey to enjoy and take photos of the beautiful landscapes of the Quebrada del Toro / Bridges and Viaducts / Hills and Mountains of the Salta Puna.
Passengers will take a 35 Km (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes) journey from the Train Station to the Polvorilla Viaduct. Once the train reaches the viaduct, it will stop on it so passengers can experience the incredible sensation of floating among the clouds. Then the train will reverse a few meters so passengers can get off and appreciate the majesty of the Polvorilla Viaduct.
After visiting the viaduct, the train will start the return trip from the Polvorilla Viaduct back to the town of San Antonio de los Cobres, covering 35 Km (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes). Upon arrival, passengers will transfer to the bus to begin the return trip to the City of Salta.
After arriving at the Train Station of the town of San Antonio de los Cobres, passengers will take a bus trip of approximately 186 Km to reach the Train Station of the City of Salta Capital, arriving around 7:30 PM.
What you should know
- It is recommended to wear clothing suitable for the type of activity and weather at the time of the activity. It is always good to bring water and snacks to regain energy. Do not underestimate the weather: bring sunscreen, sunglasses, appropriate clothing and/or warm clothes or a hat for the sun as needed
What is included
- Train Tickets to the Clouds (S. Antonio / Cobres Viaduct of the Polvorilla / S. Antonio de los Cobres
- Country Style Breakfast
- Medical Assistance Service during the Trip
- Guided Service (English / Spanish)
- Passenger Transport Insurance
- Local Taxes
- Round Trip Bus Transfer Salta Capital / San Antonio de los Cobres
What is not included
- Lunch
