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Road Trip 2016-2017 ARGENTINA On top of the ANDES www.MONO500.com [email protected] Tel : 0977 21 52 68 (cost of European call) ITINERARY ARGENTINA: ON TOP OF THE ANDES 9 Days/9 Nights - 8 riding days - 1900km – Departing from Salta / Arriving in Salta – Best Season : All year except Dec-Feb. /// THE MINDSET Passionate adventurers and traditional old-school expeditions lovers, we enjoy hitting the road to unearth atypical motorcycle itineraries and share with our riders, spots and places that have enchanted us. We provide you with our organisational and logistics expertise in motorcycle travels. Our main goal is to make you discover outstanding road-trips with unrivaled itinaries. The motorcycle expeditions that we offer are the results of a thorough work. We have personally picked out all the regions and scrupulously selected every steps of your journey. /// THE ROADTRIP We offer you to ride the classic Royal Enfield EFI 500 to go on a unique riding experience and explore the immensity of Argentina. From the fertile valleys, and the luxurious wilderness to the highlands and the rocky mountain range, this rich and diversified country has everything to offer you for an unforgettable trip. We have miticulously chosen the best roads to ride on, with the most diversified landscapes. We will cross the most typical areas of the region. From the famous «Ruta 40», the «Quebrada de Huamahuaca» to the «Laguna de los Pozuelos», without forgetting «Salar de las Salinas Grandes» and the Calchaqui Valley. You will be stunned by the wonders this region is sheltering. J.1 * ARRIVING IN SALTA J.4 * LA QUIACA – TILCARA [280 kms with 130 kms off-road ] We will take care of your transfer from Salta Airport to your This stage invits us to ride the edge of the north-west Hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you will have time Argentinean territory through beautiful hard-sandy tracks to explore the city on your own before gathering with the and reach Angosto's canyon. We will cross over the Mono500 at diner. You will enjoy a relaxing evening in Salta, northern pampa to discover the legendary «Laguna de and will delight yourselves with local specialities. Pozuelos» where 40 birds species come to breed, We accommodate you with a spacious colonial-style bedroom, including the famous flamingos. in a quiet and central place downtown. The National road 9 will lead us down to the Quebrada de Huamahuaca and the town of Tilcara. ▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫ Night in a beautiful hotel, spacious room with terrace and view on the Quebrada. J.2 * SALTA – IRUYA [300 kms with 60 kms off-road] ▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫ We are starting this great riding adventure heading north by J.5 * TILCARA – SAN ANTONIO [310 kms with 140 kms off-road ] «La Cornisa», a real playground for every riders, tight corners and beautiful curves as we go through a luxurious forest. On this day, we will head west towards the exciting «Cuesta de Lipan» and its 99 curves perfectly asphalted. From the city of Jujuy will begin the famous «quebrada de Arriving at the Top, you will witness a sensational Humahuaca, and its mountain range, classified by the panorama, with its snow cap summit in a far distance. On UNESCO World Heritage. We will cross the typical villages of the other side, a unique experience is waiting for you: Tilcara and Humahuaca, and a 4000m high pass before riding «Las Salinas Grandes», this great salt lake desert reaching the beautiful Iruya. Rooms with spectacular plunging hitting the horizon line. We will continue in the highlands, view on the canyon will nourish your dreams. on a Dakar Rally tracks with its dusty and sandy trails along the Chilean border. We will spend the night in San Antonio de los Cobres, a mining town 3800m high that ▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫ reminds us we are in one of the outmost reach aera on the planet. Warm welcome and comfortable hostal in this isolated town. J.3 * IRUYA – LA QUIACA [220 kms with110 kms off-road] We will ride back via a different track to exit the canyon. Once we will reach the asphalted road, we will head to «Abra Pampa», a small town named the «Argentinian Siberia». Up there on the Apltiplano highlands, we will encounter herds of vicunas, llamas and guanacos. A long off-road ride on a technical but gorgeous track brings us to Yavi, a village where time has stopped. Finally, we will carry on the asphalt to arrive at La Quiaca, the last Argentinean town at the Bolivian border. Night in a nice hostel, warm welcome of the landlords and local cuisine we'll be greatly appreciated. J.6 * SAN ANTONIO - CACHI [ 150 km with 140 km of trails ] J.9 * CAFAYATE - SALTA [200 km asphalted road] For our final ride, we are heading North towards Salta. The Your mission, should you decide to accept it: Abra del Acay ! rocky mountain range is getting even more colorful as we ride The highest road in North/South America, culminating at through «Las Conchas» canyon and its inspiring rocky 4900m, will surely defy us and the iron beast. Once at the top, sculptures. As we master our final curves on this astonishing the scenery is magical as we look up to El Nevado del Acay road, we take a final break at the «Devil's Throat» and its summit and its 5750m. On the way down, the road narrows amphitheater to enjoy one last scenery point. We will reach and requires our full attention as we arrive in the small Salta through the tabacco fields and recall the great adventure Andean village of Cachi. The night will be spent in a charming around one last traditional Argentinian BBQ. We will boutique-hotel, at the heart of the adorable town of Cachi. accommodate you with a spacious colonial-style bedroom, in a quiet and central place downtown. You will leave the next day according to your flight schedule. ▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫ J.7 * CACHI – CAFAYATE [ 160 kms with 140kms off-road] This is probably one of the finest stretch of the famous national road 40 (Ruta 40). After 50km, on which we come across a few isolated villages, the path narrows before our arrival at “Quebrada de Las Flechas”, with its impressive rocky layers and sharp vertical peaks! The road weaves through the villages of Angastaco and Molinos, before arriving in Cafayate and its world-known vineyards. In Cafayate, you will be rewarded with a stunning estancia, and a lovely view on the vineyards. ▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫▫ J.8 * REST DAY AND CAFAYATE'S VINEYARDS TOUR Built against buttresses of the Andes mountain range, Cafayate is known as “a paradise where the sun and good wine prevail”. This charming village with its colonial allure, situated at the heart of 12000 hectares of vineyards, is ideal for those interested in discovering the best grape varieties in the region. We can organise you a bodega visit or a horse riding excursion at your convenience. ////// ˮMade likea gun, YOUR MOTORCYCLE goeslikea bullet! ˮ MORE THAN A BRITISH LEGEND The legendary Royal Enfield needs no introduction, synonymous of a thundering roar, a British engineering manufacture and elegance. We discovered the Royal Enfield in India and have naturally decided to bring it to South America and explore new horizons. With its retro look, its comfort, robustness and the unique sound, the Royal Enfield has survived eras and fashions since its creation in 1901. This beautiful English bike is known as the only motorcycle still assembled by hand, which gives it an unprecedented sense of authenticity. In 2006, Royal Enfield defined the new motor which responds to the drastic norms of the EURO 3. While the motorcycle has kept most of its original features, the mechanical team of Salta has decided to simplify its cable harnesses and replace the electronic injection by a carburator in order to regain its legendary liability, even in high altitude. Technical Information : - Engine 4 stroke, single cylinder vertical - A comfortable seat of 74 cm height - Dry weight: 180 kg - Fuel capacity : 14L (350 km capacity) - Carburator - Transmission: 5 speed left and Disc brakes - Sissy Bars and gel saddles for passengers: All Royal Enfield are equipped by Mono 500 for passenger's comfort ////// schedules, BUDGET and formalities JOIN A GROUP (DATES & FIXED RATES) FLIGHTS AND FORMALITIES From Feb. 26th to March 6th 2017 SOLD OUT We are waiting for you in Salta D.1 in the day-time. We pick you up and From 13th to 24th of March 2017 SOLD OUT welcome you at the airport. The journey ends up in Salta D.9. We invite From April 29th to March 6th SOLD OUT you to book a flight ticket to the destination of your choice on D.10. From April 15th to April 24th 2017 SOLD OUT 3 600 US$ / pilot Visa From Aug. 23rd to Aug. 31st 2017 5 Bikes Available 1 400 US$ / passanger Depending on your nationality, it is up to you to check and meet the From Sept. 3rd to 11th 2017 8 Bikes Available visa requirements. From Oct. 21st to 29th 2017 7 Bikes Available Vaccine From Nov. 6th to 14th 2017 SOLD OUT No vaccine mandatory for Argentina. From Nov. 19th to Nov. 27th 2017 4 Bikes Available International Driving Licence A You must hold a valid motorcycling International driving licence A category. FORM A GROUP AND CHOOSE YOUR DATES Group of 7/8 pilots 3 400 US$ / pilot Group of 6 pilots 3 600 US$ / pilot USEFUL INFORMATION Group of 4/5 pilots 3 900 US$ / pilot Commitment level : Accessible to all experienced pilots Passenger Fees 1 400 US$ Weather : March to november : dry season.