Train to the Clouds
A legendary high-altitude railway journey across the Andean Puna.
The experience
Travel from Salta along Route 51 through Campo Quijano and the Andean highlands, with stops near Viaducto del Toro and Alfarcito. At San Antonio de los Cobres, board the train towards La Polvorilla Viaduct, an outstanding feat of railway engineering more than 4,200 metres above sea level. The service is currently listed as unavailable by the operator and must be reconfirmed before offering.
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The place
The experience takes place in and around Salta, in northern Argentina. The itinerary and elevations are detailed in the experience description.
Why we love it
A singular encounter with the Puna landscape and the history of Andean railway engineering.
Included
- Según servicio y fecha de operación.
- Traslados y componentes ferroviarios sujetos a confirmación.
Not included
- Servicios no especificados al momento de confirmar.
- Tips.
- Personal expenses.
What to bring
- Warm layers.
- Water.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Comfortable footwear.
Recommendations
Please review the itinerary, journey length and altitude before booking; confirm all arrangements with the operator.
Restrictions
Minimum group size, age requirements and high-altitude conditions apply where indicated in the Spanish operational details. Confirm before booking.
Weather policy
The itinerary is subject to weather, road conditions and operational availability.
Experience details
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Availability
- All year
- Options
- Shared
- Activity level
- Low
Best time to visitYear-round
LocationSalta y Jujuy
Discover Northern Argentina your way
We can incorporate this experience into a tailor-made itinerary, combining it with carefully selected accommodation, transfers and other experiences in the region.
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