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Train to the Clouds. 1,294 reviews. #17 of 107 things to do in Salta. Scenic Railroads. Write a review. About. A major Argentinean attraction, this railroad, reaching almost 14,000 feet above sea level, is one of the three highest in the world. Duration: More than 3 hours. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing.
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- What Is The Tren A Las Nubes A.K.A Train to The Clouds?
- What Makes The Train to The Clouds Such A Special Train Trip?
- Places on The Tren A Las Nubes Train Route
- What Is It Like to Take The Train to The Clouds in Argentina?
- Should You Take The Train to The Clouds?
The Tren a las Nubes is the Spanish name for the Train to the Clouds. As most information online is in Spanish, many people refer to this train journey by the Spanish name. In this article, I will use both the Spanish name and their English translation. The train to the clouds is the name of a tourist attraction. It consists of and can be booked in...
Do you have a moment? This is where I bombard you with data, facts and mind-boggling’ statistics. 1. Work on the railway started in 1921. The Polvorilla Viaduct was completed in 1932 but it wasn’t until 1948 until the first train ran across the railway. 2. The route from Salta to La Polvorilla is 217 km (130 miles) but the train now only runs over ...
The different names and places can be a bit confusing, so let’s break down the main points on the map that are of interest to you.
To me, taking this train trip was a no-brainer. Actually, I carefully planned my itinerary, just to make sure I would be in San Antonio de los Cobres on a Saturday and could take this trip. But then again, I am a huge train enthusiast. To give you some more insights into my experiences, I’d like to tell you about my day on the Tren de las Nubes. Th...
For me, as a train enthusiastic traveler, it was a no-brainer. I wanted to take the train ride, I loved being on the train, the anticipation, the excitement, and the high altitude travel. I was absolutely ecstatic crossing La Polvorilla Viaduct. However… It was a long journey. I only traveled on the Tren a las Nubes for 3 hours and I can imagine it...
The Tren a las Nubes (English: Train to the Clouds) is a tourist train service in Salta Province, Argentina. The service runs along the eastern part of the Salta–Antofagasta railway line of the Belgrano Railway (also known as the "C-14" line) that connects the Argentine Northwest with the border in the Andes mountain range, over 4,220 metres ...
The Train to the Clouds provides great satisfaction to the local dwellers and the inhabitants of Salta in general, as it represents an emblematic tour and connects the City of Salta with the villages located very close to the Chilean border.
COMPRA AHORA TU PASAJE EN NUESTRO SITIO OFICIAL ¡El Tren mas Asombroso del Mundo te invita a compartir una experiencia única! Reserva ahora tu lugar.
Train to the Clouds, one of the world's highest railways, takes you on a scenic 269-mile (434-kilometer) journey with views of colorful rock formations. The train ascendes 13,842 feet (4,220 meters), passing through 21 tunnels and crossing 29 bridges and 13 viaducts.
The Train to the Clouds (or Tren a las Nubes) is a tourist train in North western Salta Province in Argentina – and the name says it all. It’s the fifth highest railway in the world, starting at the City of Salta (1,187metres above sea level) and climbing up the mountain to La Polvorilla (4,200 metres).
