I forgot to thank Pablo, the tour guide I mentioned who was really nice and gave me a lot of great info. Check him out on instagram: instagram.com/pablotraveller
I love your video!!!, I am from Argentina, I am not living there at this time, but I have never been to most places you show us! Thank you so much for posting these videos!!
Hi. The engine is a General Motors GT-22CU. Till some years ago, it was possible to make the whole trip from Salta by train. They say it's better now, because it includes different stops and it contributes to different sectors of the region's economy. That might work for regular tourists, but for a railfan the key element of the journey is the train itself and its outstanding work of engineering throughout the whole line.
Nature, in addition to the impressive effort and engineering work carried out for more than 20 years to complete the line at that time (1920's to 40's). However, this would be better appreciated if the entire journey could be completed by train.
Hola amigo Garry!, en el año 2012, hicimos ese mismo viaje con el tren pero, saliendo desde la misma estación donde hoy toman los autobuses hasta San Antonio de los Cobres. La excursión duraba todo el día porque se demoraba mas de 7 hs en llegar hasta el viaducto de La Polvorilla y otro tanto de vuelta. Pero valía la pena solo por el viaje en el tren, ya que pasaba por una decena de "soluciones de ingeniería" ferroviaria para poder llegar hasta los mas de 4000 mts del viaducto. Túneles en espiral, trayectos en zig-zag hacia adelante y hacia atrás, viaductos y puentes para sortear los ríos y todo en permanente ascenso. Realmente me alegra que hayan decidido hacerlo, aunque solo sea esa mínima parte. Un gran saludo desde Buenos Aires !
I got altitude sickness on this train. It was probably self inflicted because I drank a few cocktail during the ride 😂. Not even the coca leaves could rescue me. I ended up in the medical car huffing oxygen for about 20-30 minutes. Still worth it! The view is incredible and the live folkloric music was also great.
bummer! yeah, there was a family sitting next to me and the daughter was sick and not having a good time. It was a real shame. Sometimes the altitude just gets you!
Hi Garry..beautiful video...we travel two times in Salta with my wife..and we were never able to travel on the train to the clouds...it was always very expensive the ticket...very...so thanks for showing me that trip .👌👌💪
It’s an incredible video with a very good description of the trip. It must have been a unique experience which I would love to try. You are an adventurer. Thanks for sharing!
San Antonio de Los Cobres was the capital of the Gobernación de Los Andes from 1900 to 1943. A Gobernación or Territorio Nacional was a type of political division that depended directly from the national government, unlike a province that is autonomous. This figure was used mainly in strategic areas such as bordering territory.
Hola Amigo!! I usually follow your videos and leave any comment with some delay, sorry... Related to Pizzerías you SHOULD go to Kentucky and there ask spinach and white souce pizza... What can I say about this video Mate?? Amazing footage, you will understand me... Here Rodolfo, a former engine driver at Roca Line. All the best Garry
I don't know, but the camera battery is a bit finicky and can't be charged from wall outlets, it can damage the battery. I have to charge it from my computer.
I forgot to thank Pablo, the tour guide I mentioned who was really nice and gave me a lot of great info. Check him out on instagram: instagram.com/pablotraveller
Great video, as always, I truly enjoy your posts.
Amazing!, thanks for sharing!
What a cool trip!
God bless
I love your video!!!, I am from Argentina, I am not living there at this time, but I have never been to most places you show us! Thank you so much for posting these videos!!
Hi. The engine is a General Motors GT-22CU. Till some years ago, it was possible to make the whole trip from Salta by train. They say it's better now, because it includes different stops and it contributes to different sectors of the region's economy. That might work for regular tourists, but for a railfan the key element of the journey is the train itself and its outstanding work of engineering throughout the whole line.
Yo Lucas!! resident train expert with the knowledge! Thank you!
that's a General Electric GT22CU turbo diesel/electric engine. It has 2475 HP and 127 cubic liters 2 stroke diesel V12. A very strong old lady.
thanks for the info!
I love how humble the trip is, the main character is nature, right?
Nature, in addition to the impressive effort and engineering work carried out for more than 20 years to complete the line at that time (1920's to 40's). However, this would be better appreciated if the entire journey could be completed by train.
Hola amigo Garry!, en el año 2012, hicimos ese mismo viaje con el tren pero, saliendo desde la misma estación donde hoy toman los autobuses hasta San Antonio de los Cobres. La excursión duraba todo el día porque se demoraba mas de 7 hs en llegar hasta el viaducto de La Polvorilla y otro tanto de vuelta. Pero valía la pena solo por el viaje en el tren, ya que pasaba por una decena de "soluciones de ingeniería" ferroviaria para poder llegar hasta los mas de 4000 mts del viaducto. Túneles en espiral, trayectos en zig-zag hacia adelante y hacia atrás, viaductos y puentes para sortear los ríos y todo en permanente ascenso. Realmente me alegra que hayan decidido hacerlo, aunque solo sea esa mínima parte. Un gran saludo desde Buenos Aires !
Que pena que el via del tren desde Salta al viaducto esta cerrado y no funciona. Parece que fue una experiencia muy genial!
A must see in Salta: MAAM (Museo de Arqueologia de Alta Montaña)
I saw it, it was great! But I wasn't allowed to film or take pictures of the mummies so I didn't make a video
@@GarryMikal Right, it's a shame, it's the kind of content for the videos you make.
@@mecovassi it was still very cool to see
I got altitude sickness on this train. It was probably self inflicted because I drank a few cocktail during the ride 😂. Not even the coca leaves could rescue me. I ended up in the medical car huffing oxygen for about 20-30 minutes. Still worth it! The view is incredible and the live folkloric music was also great.
bummer! yeah, there was a family sitting next to me and the daughter was sick and not having a good time. It was a real shame. Sometimes the altitude just gets you!
Hi Garry..beautiful video...we travel two times in Salta with my wife..and we were never able to travel on the train to the clouds...it was always very expensive the ticket...very...so thanks for showing me that trip .👌👌💪
It is quite expensive especially for Argentina. I hope one day you will get the chance to do it, I really enjoyed it! Thanks again for your support!
Wow that viaduct bridge 😮
Una experiencia unica y maravillosa el tren de las nubes! Ojalá pueda volver a hacerla
These birds are hungry and looking for crumbs from tourists... there was even a beautiful roadrunner bird there.
It’s an incredible video with a very good description of the trip. It must have been a unique experience which I would love to try. You are an adventurer. Thanks for sharing!
San Antonio de Los Cobres was the capital of the Gobernación de Los Andes from 1900 to 1943. A Gobernación or Territorio Nacional was a type of political division that depended directly from the national government, unlike a province that is autonomous. This figure was used mainly in strategic areas such as bordering territory.
I'm glad that they saved this section. It must have been quite a ride.
it was really great!
Hola Amigo!! I usually follow your videos and leave any comment with some delay, sorry... Related to Pizzerías you SHOULD go to Kentucky and there ask spinach and white souce pizza... What can I say about this video Mate?? Amazing footage, you will understand me... Here Rodolfo, a former engine driver at Roca Line. All the best Garry
I really do need to try Kentucky, it's true. Thanks for watching, glad you liked the video!
Muy buenos tus videos y de paso practico mi ingles. Saludos!
Any plans to go to Purmamarca or Iguazú while you’re in the north?
Not this time, but one day...
Garry decime que el video que viene es en Jujuy... y asi, hasta completar todas las provincias, jajajjajaj abrazoooo
Ojala, algun dia, puedo visitar todas las provincias!
There are no battery chargers on the train ???????😢
I don't know, but the camera battery is a bit finicky and can't be charged from wall outlets, it can damage the battery. I have to charge it from my computer.
the train guide only speaks in Spanish?
yes, but there are recorded audio messages in English