La Rioja and San Juan

Touring the Ischigualasto and Talampaya National Parks is the closest you can get to the moon. Why? Due to the geological peculiarity of their land, formations and colors, which is why they are considered World Heritage Sites. In addition, traces of the Triassic Period of the Mesozoic Era - that is, the time of dinosaurs – have been found in this place.

The parks are next to each other and share many of the typical landscapes. A good half-way spot to visit is Villa Unión, a city in San Juan that welcomes many tourists interested in visiting the Cuyo circuit. Route 150 passes through these two Sites.

Ischigualasto (known as the Valley of the Moon) can only be toured by car with a guide, in a caravan excursion with other cars to take a close look at the typical red-colored palette of the area. If a full moon occurs during your trip, a night excursion under the moonlight can also be booked.

The 100-meter high Talampaya canyon and its iconic formations are not the only thing that this national park has in store for tourists. In addition to a bike tour, the experience is taken to the next level as visitors can go camping between reddish walls and under one of the clearest skies in the world.