Top Northwest Argentina Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Our excursion will start in the center of Salta, we will head south on the RN 68 passing through four tobacco towns. The first stop will be in Talapampa, a country place to rest for twenty minutes or so, then continue to Germany, a former railway village founded by Germans where five families currently live. In this village the magic of the trip will begin: the nature reserve Quebrada de las Conchas. There we will visit sedimentary formations of 65 million years as Devil's Throat, Amphitheater, Toad, Plaster, among others. Due to its rich archaeological and historical past, the reserve has numerous fossil remains. After a thorough exploration, we will visit a vineyard and taste some of the best wines offered in the region, including Torrontes. In the village of Cafayate we will be two hours. One for lunch and one for touring. Then we will all meet and return to the city of Salta

Salta is the cultural hub of Argentina’s northwest, but getting your bearings can feel tricky as a first-time visitor. Skip the guesswork for a comprehensive tour that takes you directly to the city's highlights, and in the process, get your bearings. As you explore landmarks such as the Cathedral of Salta, San Francisco Church, San Bernardo Hill, and the General Guemes statue, get insider info on the city from your local guide. There's even time to shop for souvenirs at an artisan market and visit San Lorenzo, a subtropical retreat for the wealthy.

Dare to know the Argentine North! With this 4-day tour you can get to know the 4 most important points of Salta and Jujuy. Cafayate, Cachi, Salinas Grandes, Humahuaca, Hornocal, Purmamarca, Tilcara and more!! Departures are daily from Salta Capital, although you can also ask us about departures from Jujuy. All excursions included in this promotion start and end from Salta Capital. You can contact us to coordinate a search for accommodation in jujuy, purmamarca, tilcara or humahuaca.

In this Service, Passengers will visa one of the most beautiful places in Northern Argentina, which was recently selected as one of the 7 Wonders of Argentina: SALINAS GRANES. You will also know and tour the town of Purmamarca, belonging to the Quebrada de Humahuaca (World Heritage Site) and enjoy the 7 Color Hill and the Beautiful Paseo de los Colorados (Back of the Seven Colors Hill)

Roll across dramatic Andean scenery aboard the historic Train to the Clouds. On this small-group tour from Salta limited to just 10 people, travel by bus to reach the train station at San Antonio de los Cobres, stopping along the way to take photos and support local artisan communities. Then climb aboard the ‘Tren a las Nubes,’ ascending to the impressive Polvorilla Viaduct on one of the world’s highest railways.

We will travel to the Salinas Grandes, a territory shared between Salta and Jujuy; through the province of Jujuy. This way, you can enjoy the best landscapes at their best. On this full day tour, you will discover the most interesting places. The first stop of the tour is the beautiful village of Purmamarca. In this village is the Hill of the 7 Colors. There we will visit the main square and find many craftsmen’s stalls. They also have the option to take the tour of the Paseo de los Colorados (back of the 7 Colors Hill) on their own. El Cerro de los Siete Colores, poses for photos in the striking white salt flats of Salinas Grandes and buys souvenirs in the famous craft market of Purmamarca. Be surprised by the natural wonders. Look for colorful crafts at Purmamarca Market on this tour. *ADMISSION TO THE LARGE SALINAS IS SEPARATELY PAID TO LOCALS IN THE REGION* ($5000)

Explore some of Argentina’s most spectacular landscapes without the hassle of renting a car and navigating unfamiliar roads. This full-day tour from Salta checks off the most stunning spots in Argentina's wild northwest. Marvel at the striking white salt flats of Salinas Grandes; admire the Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colors); journey up the zigzagging mountain road, Cuesta de Lipán, and shop for handicrafts at the colorful Purmamarca artisan market.

Go on a grand adventure aboard the Tren a las Nubes with this train-ride experience, including round-trip transport from Salta. This experience also includes a ride on the Train to the Clouds, one of the highest railroads in the world. Along the way, stop in the town of Campo Quijano, see the famous Viaducto del Toro, and enjoy breakfast and go to a craft fair at El Alfarcito. Plus end your day with a visit to San Antonio de los Cobres, where you can plan your own free time by going on a trek with llamas (own expense).

It is a tour that will captivate you with its majestic landscapes. Cafayate will dazzle you with its ravine, the town of Cachi with its colonial atmosphere and Salinas Grandes will catch you in its immensity.

We will travel to the city of Cafayate, the land of the sun and wine, located in the Calchaquí Valley 180 km from the Salta capital that are transited by one of the most striking and renowned routes of the Argentine North. Visit to the wine center of the province, crossing La Quebrada de Las Conchas. Erosion has formed a succession of natural wonders such as the Devil's Throat, a deep, closed canyon. The Amphitheater (with perfect natural acoustics), The Toad, The Friar, The Obelisk, The Castles. Gradually, the arid landscape is replaced by large tracts of vineyards until you reach one of the most striking regions within the Calchaquíes Valleys: Cafayate, a town of single-storey houses between colonial and baroque architecture of the late 19th century.

Explore the extraordinary landscapes and historic gems of Argentina’s wild northwest on this full-day tour from Salta. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Humahuaca gorge and the ‘Hill of Seven Colors; shop for handicrafts at Purmamarca market; visit the ancient ruins of Tilcara; and admire the legendary Arcabuceros Angels at Uquía Church.

Enjoy four spectacular excursions. Cafayate with the Quebrada de las Conchas and its wineries. Humahuaca with its magical towns and colorful mountains; Cachi between slopes, mountains and Cardones; Salinas Grandes and its immensity that leaves us shocked. Each excursion is a full day starting from Salta Capital and returning there. You can choose the dates for the excursions, they can be with intermediate days, they are not necessarily consecutive. To purchase this excursion pack it is necessary to have at least 4 full days in Salta. Includes Quebrada de las Conchas, La Garganta del Diablo, El Amphitheater, La Yesera, Las Ventanas, Los Castillos. Cafayate and visit to a Winery, Quebrada de Escoipe, Cuesta del Obispo, Piedra del Molino, Recta del Tin Tin, Los Cardones National Park, Mirador del Nevado de Cachi and Cachi, Quebrada de Humahuaca, Purmamarca, Maimará, Tilcara, Huacalera, Uquía and Humahuaca. Cuesta del Lipán, Abra del potrerillo, Nevado de Chañi and Salinas Grandes

We leave the province of Salta to enter the neighboring province of Jujuy, visiting the beautiful Quebrada de Humahuaca. Route 9 will begin the ascent, passing through the towns of Volcano (2,070 meters above sea level) and Tumbaya, which are erected on the banks of the Rio Grande. Destination consecrated as a Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity (UNESCO). Singular villages are shown, such as Purmamarca, famous for the location of the Seven Colors Hill, Maimará, with colorful slopes called Palette of the Painter. Tilcara stands out for its Pucará (high fortress) whose ruins have been partially destroyed. Uquía shows its chapel, built in the 17th century, carved in laminated gold, Humahuaca gives its name to the Quebrada and is its largest town, with cobbled streets and iron street lamps on the corners, it is also the highest point of the route, 2,940 meters above sea level. Main attractions: Monument to Independence, Cathedral Church and Municipal Building.

Explore the wild landscapes of northwest Argentina on this full-day Cachi tour from Salta. Journey through the Escoipe Gorge and the Enchanted Valley, drive the winding mountain road of Cuesta del Obispo, and marvel at the giant cacti of the Los Cardones National Park, then admire the colonial architecture and browse the handicrafts market of Cachi.

We start from Salta city heading north on National Route 9, passing through the outskirts of San Salvador de Jujuy to enter the Quebrada de Humahuaca, Cultural and Natural Heritage of Humanity. The first village we will visit will be Purmamarca, typical village with a multicolored fair in the central square, adobe houses, church of St. Rose of Lima and the spectacular Hill of the Seven Colors. The next village to be visited is Maimará where we can appreciate the colors of the Painter's Palette. In Tilcara we will make a city tour and in Huacalera we will know the monolith with the legend Tropico de Capricorn and its symbol. In Humahuaca we will have lunch and you can appreciate the Monument to the Inca, Heroes of Independence. Finally, we will visit the Serranía del Hornocal (Cerro de los 14 Colores) where "Mi Obra Maestra" was filmed. It's about the end of cretaceous time when the last dinosaurs lived 75 million years ago.

Explore the captivating Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this enriching day tour. The trip begins with a visit to Purmamarca, where the stunning Hill of the Seven Colors showcases the vibrant palette of nature. Continue to Tilcara to explore the ancient fortress of Pucará and experience the unique geological formations in Maimará, known as the Painter’s Palette. The tour also includes the opportunity to cross the Tropic of Capricorn in Huacalera and admire colonial art in the Church of San Francisco in Uquía. Enjoy transportation with an expert guide for a smooth adventure, full of history and stunning scenery. Daily departures: 6:30 AM, lasting 14 hours. Explore iconic sites: Purmamarca, Tilcara and Humahuaca. Expert Guide : Share knowledge about the culture and history of the region Total comfort : Comfortable transport and time for lunch in Humahuaca included

Discover the diverse landscapes of northwest Argentina on this full-day Cafayate tour from Salta. Journey through the Valley of Lerma, stop at a tobacco plantation to watch traditional production methods, and admire the dramatic red rock mountains of Quebrada de las Conchas, then enjoy wine tasting in Cafayate Town.

Northwest Argentina is home to some of the country's most spectacular landscapes, but reaching them can be tricky on your own. This day trip from Salta ensures that you see the best of the region in just one day. Admire Purmamarca's Hill of Seven Colors and the spectacular colors of the Paleta del Pintor (Painter's Palette), then board a sturdy 4x4 vehicle for an off-road ride to the Serranías del Hornocal (Hill of 14 Colors).

The tour to the Salinas Grandes from Salta is a fascinating experience that takes you to one of the most impressive and unique landscapes in northern Argentina. Along the way, you will cross the famous Cuesta del Obispo and Quebrada de Escoipe, enjoying panoramic views of the mountains and valleys. This drive offers opportunities to take impressive photos and learn about the local geology and flora. The tour takes you through charming Andean towns such as Purmamarca, known for its Cerro de los Siete Colores. You will continue along Route 52, ascending through spectacular landscapes until you reach the highest point of the trip. The view from here is simply spectacular and offers a unique perspective of the Argentine Puna. Upon arriving at the Salinas Grandes, you will be greeted by a dazzling white sea of ​​salt that stretches as far as the eye can see. This vast salt desert is one of Argentina's most impressive natural wonders. Delight your adventurous spirit with the most striking landscapes of the Argentine Puna!! Tulum is a magnificent archaeological zone that is located by the sea and has one of the best beaches in the Mexican Caribbean. If you like to learn about pre-Columbian history and at the same time enjoy beautiful landscapes, this is the right place. Swim in one of the most beautiful and calm beaches in the Mexican Caribbean, the sand is soft and the water is warm.

Maximize time in Cafayate with a full-day private vineyard tour from Salta. Get picked up at your hotel and travel through the scenic Quebrada de las Conchas canyon. Taste local wines including Malbec, Torrontes, and Tannat at three vineyards in Cafayate. Learn about high-altitude wines and leave the driving to your private guide.

Lying in the Calchaquí Valleys, Cafayate is famed for both its landscapes and its wine. Savor both on this full-day trip from Salta. Marvel at red-hued rock formations including the Devil’s Throat, Amphitheater, and Castles, then visit a winery where an included wine-tasting experience introduces you to some of the region's best wines.

Heading to Cachi, we will visit the Quebrada de Escoipe and the imposing Cuesta del Obispo. After visiting La Piedra del Molino, you will be passing through Los Cardones National Park. The small and magical town of Cachi is characterized by its colonial-style facades, with mansions located on the edge of narrow, cobblestone streets. On the excursion to Humahuaca we will visit towns such as Purmamarca, famous for the Hill of 7 Colors, Maimará with its Painter's Palettes, Tilcara stands out for its Pucará (high mountain fortress). The tour also visits Uquia and the ceramic factory and then the city of Humahuaca, whose town is the largest in the Quebrada. The Salinas Grandes excursion will allow you to discover the most interesting places. Marvel at the Cerro de los Siete Colores, pose for photos in the stunning white salt flats of Salinas Grandes, and shop for souvenirs at the famous Purmamarca crafts market. Let yourself be surprised by natural wonders.

Immerse yourself in the landscape and culture of the Humahuaca Gorge region during this 13-hour excursion from Salta. Skip the hassle of renting a car with included round-trip transportation from your hotel. With your guide in the lead, visit highlights of the region including the Uquia Chapel, the town of Purmamarca, and Seven Colors Hill.