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Your Motorcycle Tour in Argentina, Raid in Andean Land
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Raid in Andean Land

4.8 (78 reviews) 13 days · 1,491 miles £4490
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Simon
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Simon
Simon has been living in Argentina for almost 10 years. With experience of the region, a passion for riding and a deep knowledge of mechanics, he’s perfect for this adventure.
On the agenda
Discover the legendary Route 40 on a Royal Enfield during this motorcycle tour in Argentina. Experience the spirit of adventure on this road that runs along the Andes mountain range and connects the north and south of the country, alternating between roads and trails. Let yourself be surprised by the diversity of this 13-day route from Salta la Linda. Come and explore the varied and spectacular landscapes of the Andean highlands, dotted with volcanoes and home to green oases such as the famous vineyards of Cafayate. Discover the culture and folklore of small villages where colonial and Inca history intermingle.

Shorter and easier? See The Highlights of North-West Argentina.

Raid in Andean Land

Your Motorcycle Tour in Argentina

13 stages - 1,491 miles (2,400 km)
Salta Stage 1/13
Salta
Bienvenido a Argentina! This is where your South America motorcycle tour begins. At the foot of the Andes, Salta is the starting point of our motorcycle adventure.
Salta - Iruya Stage 2/13 180 miles (290 km), including 34 miles (55 km) of tracks
Salta - Iruya
First day riding our Royal Enfield Himalayan 450s. We leave Salta on a magnificent winding road heading north. Argentina is already revealing one of its most beautiful sites: the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a multicoloured mountain range listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We end up on a track lost deep in the mountains... Welcome to the end of the world! Welcome to Iruya!
Iruya - Cusi Cusi Stage 3/13 149 miles (240 km), including 112 miles (180 km) of tracks
Iruya - Cusi Cusi
If we get up at dawn, we may be lucky enough to see condors rising from their nests above the canyon. Today's stage takes us towards the Bolivian border to reach the ‘Valle de la Luna’ (Moon Valley). A regional nature park where, as its name suggests, we explore a lunar landscape at an altitude of 3,800 metres and spend the night in a tiny village forgotten by the world...
Cusi Cusi - Humahuaca Stage 4/13 149 miles (240 km), including 99 miles (160 km) of tracks
Cusi Cusi - Humahuaca
From Cusi Cusi, we take Route 40 for a few dozen kilometres of track. We organise a magnificent picnic at an altitude of 4,200 metres with a view of a secret lagoon... Then we spend the night in the charming village of Humahuaca with its cobbled streets and colonial houses.
Humahuaca - Purmamarca Stage 5/13 75 miles (120 km), including 37 miles (60 km) of tracks
Humahuaca - Purmamarca
We set off for the Mirador del Hornocal and, after an hour on a dirt track, reach the viewpoint at an altitude of 4,350 metres and its breathtaking view! Known by the locals as the ‘mountain of 14 colours’, it gives us a front-row seat on a panorama where the sun plays with the colours.
Purmamarca - San Antonio de los Cobres Stage 6/13 168 miles (270 km), including 75 miles (120 km) of tracks
Purmamarca - San Antonio de los Cobres
There are few places on earth where you can feel what it is like to ride on water: the famous salt desert offers a unique privilege and an unrivalled feeling of freedom. The emotions follow one another as we cross a vast desert plateau at more than 4,000 metres. In the afternoon, 75 miles (120 km) of tracks on Route 40!
San Antonio de los Cobres - Cachi Stage 7/13 174 miles (280 km), including 78 miles (125 km) of tracks
San Antonio de los Cobres - Cachi
A magnificent day of endless bends! We drop from 4,000 to 1,000 metres down the Quebrada del Toro, then climb back to 3,700 metres in a few hours on the Cuesta del Obispo... The majestic mountains and today's tarmac roads are even more impressive!
Cachi Stage 8/13
Cachi
A day off to discover the charming Andean village of Cachi, picturesque and authentic, overlooking the valley from an altitude of 2,500 metres. It's nice to stroll in the shade of the central square... A visit to the museum offers an immersion into the pre-Inca, Inca and Spanish eras. The local vineyards are also open to visitors. Lunch is at your leisure today.
Cachi - Cafayate Stage 9/13 124 miles (200 km), including 99 miles (160 km) of tracks
Cachi - Cafayate
Back on the 40! From track to track, we arrive at the hidden Brealito lagoon, located at an altitude of 2,700 metres. A gem of the north-west, a lunar landscape of rock formations sculpted by earthquakes, erosion and time. These rock spires pointing towards the sky open onto an exceptional track, a real treat for us and our motorbikes.
Cafayate - Andalgalá Stage 10/13 143 miles (230 km), including 68 miles (110 km) of tracks
Cafayate - Andalgalá
We leave Route 40 to head to the ruins of Quilmes, a sacred site covering 30 hectares where you can see the remains of a forgotten civilisation. We pass by the Capillitas mine, where deposits of a pink mineral are found, a semi-precious stone that is the sacred symbol of local artisans. This is followed by 28 miles (45 km) of twists and turns on a wild track that winds through the mountains to reach Andalgala.
Andalgalá - Tafí del Valle Stage 11/13 137 miles (220 km), including 68 miles (110 km) of tracks
Andalgalá - Tafí del Valle
A long, beautiful climb up the Chilca trail, along the side of a cliff, offers impressive views of the impenetrable Catamarca desert. After crossing the Aconquija National Park via a few kilometres of winding trails, a completely different landscape opens up before us: we are now in the green mountains of Tafi Del Valle. A day of motorcycling with thousands of hairpin bends!
Tafí del Valle - Salta Stage 12/13 193 miles (310 km)
Tafí del Valle - Salta
On our last riding day, we head back towards Cafayate and cross the Quebrada de las Conchas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: around 62 miles (100 km) through a huge canyon formed by the oceans millions of years ago.
Salta Airport Stage 13/13
Salta Airport
Depending on your flight schedule, you may be able to spend a few hours in Salta. You’re transferred to the international airport.
Price
From £4490,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and spare parts.

  • Fuel, parking fees and any tolls.

  • Third-party motorcycle insurance.

  • Compulsory insurance: insurance covering medical expenses on site. Repatriation assistance, which covers you in the event of accidents involving two-wheeled vehicles (large engine capacity).

  • Legal insurance and cancellation insurance are strongly recommended.

  • International driving permit.

Book with peace of mind

  • Payment : A 50% deposit when you book and the balance 45 days before departure, by secure online payment. A £31 registration fee applies to your first trip with us only. Learn more
  • Cancellation : Fees depend on the date, from 15% of the price more than 60 days before departure to 100% less than 8 days before, plus handling fees. Learn more
  • Insurance : Medical and repatriation insurance is compulsory. Bring your own policy or take our partner's, at £18 per day. Learn more
  • Riding gear : Helmets and riding gear are not provided. Bring an approved helmet, jacket, gloves and boots. Learn more
  • Travelling solo : You share a twin room with another participant, or book a single room for a supplement, subject to availability. Learn more
Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Passport valid for the whole trip
Valid Visa, if required
This adventure tour is for experienced riders. It includes long stages at high altitude (passes above 4,500 m) far from medical help. First assistance to reach the nearest medical centre is mainly provided by our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are very rare. Limited phone networks and the ban on satellite phones can make it difficult to contact emergency services. As on any mountain route, the condition of the roads and the difficulty of the route depend on the weather during and before the tour.

Raid in Andean Land: your questions

How is this tour different from your other Argentina tours?

It is our most complete raid in north-west Argentina, and the one with the most off-road riding: 13 days with 10 riding days, on a loop from Salta without leaving Argentina, via Iruya, the Valle de la Luna near Bolivia, the Hornocal, the salt desert, Route 40, Cachi and Cafayate. The Highlights of North-West Argentina is a shorter 9-day loop. From Salta to Atacama crosses into Chile. Volcanoes and Lakes of Patagonia starts from Bariloche.

What riding level do I need, and how much of it is off-road?

The tour is rated Sustained: it is for experienced riders who are comfortable off tarmac. The dirt tracks, more or less smooth, mix washboard and sandy sections, with up to 112 miles (180 km) in a single day between Iruya and Cusi Cusi; the rest is on excellent mountain roads. The altitude and the long stages, far from medical help, add to the challenge.

How far do we ride each day?

About 1,490 miles (2,400 km) over 10 riding days, from 75 to 193 miles (120 to 310 km) a stage. On tracks and at altitude the pace stays steady: each stage fills the day, with photo stops and a picnic or lunch on the way. The longest, the last one from Tafí del Valle to Salta, is on tarmac through the Quebrada de las Conchas. On day 8, we leave the motorcycles for a rest day in Cachi.

How do we cope with the altitude?

It is part of the journey: we spend two nights at around 3,800 metres, in Cusi Cusi and San Antonio de los Cobres, and some passes rise above 4,500 metres. We climb in stages from Salta, at 1,200 metres, and a bottle of oxygen travels in the support vehicle. Talk to your doctor about the altitude before you go. In these remote areas, the phone signal is limited.

Which motorcycle will I ride, and can I bring a pillion?

A Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, built for both road and track, looked after by our mechanic. Riding two-up is possible, at £3,790 (€4,190) per pillion, provided you already have off-road experience: the days are long and bumpy. If the pillion gets tired, they can ride in the support vehicle. If your height or riding two-up makes you hesitate, talk to your travel advisor before booking.

Who rides with us?

On riding days, an English-speaking motorcycle tour leader opens the road. A local team follows the group: an experienced mechanic and the support vehicle, with your luggage, the spare parts and a 20-litre container of cool water to refill your bottles. The group is limited to 10 motorcycles, 12 participants with pillions.

How much does it cost, and what should I budget for on top?

£4,490 (€4,990) per rider and £3,790 (€4,190) per pillion. The price includes the motorcycle, fuel, the team, accommodation, full board from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 13, except lunch on the rest day, the planned site entrance fees and transfers from Salta airport. You pay for your flights, drinks, tips and a €600 deposit per motorcycle. The £31 (€35) registration fee only applies to your first trip with us.

When does the tour run, and what are the next dates?

The season runs from March to April and from October to November. Next published departures: 21 March to 2 April 2027, then 6 to 18 April 2027, already full; other dates are possible on request through your travel advisor. In March and April, a few river crossings and tracks damaged by the last rains are possible. Days are usually mild to hot, but evenings are cold at altitude: bring warm layers and rain gear.

How do I get to Salta, and what documents do I need?

The tour starts and ends in Salta. You book your flights, usually with a connection in Buenos Aires; our team meets you at the airport on day 1 and takes you back on day 13. Argentinian airlines often limit checked luggage to 15 kg. According to the GOV.UK travel advice, UK passport holders need no visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days, and UK licence holders must carry the 1949 international driving permit with their licence. Other passports: see our list of documents for Argentina.

Where do we stay, and what should I pack?

In standard to comfort hotels and guesthouses, often in small Andean villages such as Iruya, Humahuaca, Cachi or Cafayate. The support vehicle carries your luggage: bring a soft bag. The sun is strong at altitude: pack high-factor sun cream, a lip balm and a fleece for the evenings.

Reviews on this trip
4.8/5 · 78 reviews
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Very demanding and technical, this trip…

Very demanding and technical, this trip is magnificent. Breathtaking landscapes and a flawless tour leader...

Christian
09 Apr. 2026

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The spicy side: rain, sun, tarmac…

The spicy side: rain, sun, tarmac, oil on the road, potholes, river crossings, mud, stones,...

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09 Apr. 2026

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A very beautiful trip in Argentina.…

A very beautiful trip in Argentina. Extraordinary landscapes. A great group that became close in...

Dominique
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What a magnificent trip we had! Incredible, varied landscapes, so different from home! Quality hotels,...

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13 Jan. 2026

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From 21 Mar. 2027 to 02 Apr. 2027
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