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The best way to get to know Hornocal and Iruya: landscapes, history and culture with personalized service.

We will travel to the majestic hill of 14 colors, also known as the Serranías del Hornocal. This excursion will allow us to appreciate the most impressive colors of Northern Argentina, its culture, its unique towns and its people.

WHAT'S INCLUDED? Roundtrip transfer from your central hotel. Professional guide and high-end transportation with air conditioning. Photo stops in Cuesta del Obispo, PN Los Cardones and Recta del Tin Tin. Free time for lunch and guided tour in the historic village of Cachi. Explore the magic of the Calchaquí Valleys! You will ascend RP 33 through the lush vegetation of the Quebradas de Los Laurels and Escoipe. The peak point is Cuesta del Obispo (3348 masl), where you will enjoy unique panoramic views and the possible flight of condors over the Enchanted Valley. Cross Los Cardones National Park along the Tin Tin Straight, an amazing line drawn over the ancient Inca Trail. When you arrive in Cachi, you will discover its cobblestone streets, white colonial architecture, the Church of San José and the local artisan market. An unforgettable journey that unites ancient history, culture and the most unspoilt landscapes of northwest Argentina.

This 2-day tour invites you to discover the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a World Heritage Site, with unique landscapes, history and culture. You will visit Purmamarca and its famous Cerro de los Siete Colores, Maimará with the Palettes of the Painter, and Tilcara, where you can know the Pucará (not included). In Uquía you will enjoy its cultural tradition, and in Humahuaca, history and modernity combine. One of the most striking moments will be the Cerro de Hornocal, known as the "Cerro de los 14 Colores", with its incredible natural tones. The tour also includes the Salinas Grandes, an immense salt flat of surreal beauty. During the trip, you will get to know the local culture, its crafts and gastronomy. IMPORTANT : If you visit Hornocal, you will need to bring a food, as you will not have the two hours free for lunch in Humahuaca.

Simplify travel in Argentina with a private airport transfer in Salta. Meet your driver at the Salta Airport and receive help with your luggage. Travel in the comfort of a vehicle to suit your group size (cars, minivans, and minibuses are all available) to the address of your choice in Salta. Skip the hassle of rental cars or public transit with this one-way, private transfer.

Lose yourself in the stunning natural scenery of El Rey National Park and the Yungas Forest during this full-day tour from Salta. Be sure to bring your camera for photos of the diverse environments and the flora and fauna that call these areas home. Follow your guide on a trek down the trails of El Rey National Park, watching for animals like tapir, peccary and otters. National park entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Salta in a 4x4 vehicle are included.

Embark on an adventure into some of the most striking landscapes accessible from Salta without the hassle of driving or waiting around for buses. This small-group tour takes you to the UNESCO-listed Humahuaca Canyon, as well as to the towns of Purmamarca, Humahuaca, and Tilcara, and the striking rock formations of the Hill of Seven Colors.

By contracting this promotion of 2 Full Day excursions, passengers will have the possibility of visiting world-renowned natural formations in the Quebrada de las Conchas (Cafayate Excursion), as well as being able to visit and discover enchanting landscapes of the Calchaquies Valleys, Quebrada de Escoipe, Cuesta del Obispo, Los Cardones National Park, Town of Cachi, etc. (Excursion to Cachi). All this with the benefit of obtaining a much cheaper price when hiring 2 Full Day excursions with a promotional rate.

It is the excursion that brings more richness to the visual of all of northern Argentina from the religious cultural and customs of northern Argentina, its special people and also has beautiful and imposing views as well as a tasty Andean-gourmet cuisine

Immerse yourself in the diverse nature of the area in the north of Argentina and Chile on this seven day tour from Salta. You’ll be exploring some of Chile’s most spectacular sceneries, including the Moon Valley, el Tatio Geyser, Salt Mountain Range, sand dunes, thermal baths, the driest desert in the world, and skies filled with stars. All the logistics will be taken care of so you can just enjoy this beautiful section of the world.

The so-called “Vuelta a Los Valles” is a unique walk in which the Valleys are almost entirely covered Calchaquíes, passing through all the villages previously named, knowing their attractions, histories and monuments. Starting from Salta to Cachi, passing through Cuesta del Bishop and P.N. Los Cardones, you arrive at the time of Lunch, then continuing along route No. 40 to know panoramas of extravagant beauty bordering the Calchaquí River and knowing historical towns like Mills, Seclantás, Angastaco, etc. Follow along the Arrow Bank, visiting San Jose Carlos and arrive at Cafayate, where he spends the night. During the morning you visit the village and wineries, to to return to Salta capital after the Lunch, through the Quebrada de las Conchas and the Lerma Valley.

With this 6-day package in the provinces of Salta and Jujuy, you can enjoy the natural wonders of Northern Argentina. Salta and Jujuy are the ideal destinations to enjoy unique views and scenes of this region of the country, desert and arid, in its small towns full of unique charm, surrounded by incredible valleys and mountains. This package includes accommodation, excursions and transfers.

Half-day tour in which you will visit the second largest reservoir in the country, entering the beautiful Lerma Valley of Salta. We begin the tour either in the morning or in the afternoon, we start the road leaving from Salta La Linda towards through the RN 68, passing through the historic towns of Cerrillos, La Merced, El Carril and Coronel Moldes, to detour between curves and beautiful landscapes that will take us to the famous Dique Cabra Corral reservoir. We will have free time in which you can take advantage of activities on the dam, go for lunch/snack, take a tour and enjoy the magnificent view. From this reservoir, the Juramento River flows, recognized for extreme sports activities.

Argentina’s Inca Trail runs all the way from Mendoza to Salta, linking some of the country’s most impressive Inca ruins and ancient trade routes. On this tour, tackle one of the most remote and beautiful sections on a day hike through the dramatic Quebrada de Toro canyon and enjoy stunning views of the famous ‘Train to the Clouds’ railway.

This excursion offers the opportunity to explore two of the most impressive landscapes that Salta has to offer. On the one hand, you will immerse yourself in the lush Lerma Valley, where towering trees over 20 meters high dominate the landscape, accompanied by the rich diversity of birds and wild animals that inhabit it. On the other hand, you will enter the majestic Andean mountains of the Calchaquí Valleys, known for their desert landscapes that unfold with a vibrant color palette on their hills and the imposing presence of the monumental cards. In addition to enjoying nature, your excursion offers an immersion in the rich local culture, traditional rural activities and gastronomic delights typical of the region. Evenings will be accompanied by guitars around the fire, and by the excellent wine of Cafayate.

Explore Argentina’s multi-colored side on this tough hiking expedition. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head to the Quebrada de Toro, ascending up a super-steep gradient—and through a technicolor canyon—to Inca ruins from the 1400s. Expect wild vistas the entire way, a guide handling all trail finding, and a rewarding picnic lunch while you bask in the view.

Embark on an adventure through the sub-tropical jungle of Argentina with this full day hiking experience. Led by an experienced guide fluent in both English and Spanish, every trek is tailored to your interests, preferences and fitness levels. Explore the town of San Lorenzo and its surrounding fauna, located just outside of Salta, before enjoying a supplied lunch of delicious empanadas.

This Unique Tour, provides the possibility for Passengers, in a single day, to get to know the Incredible Hill of 14 Colors of the Hornocal, make a Unique Tour on the Solar Train of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, which is the first 100% Sustainable Tourist Train in Latin America and Second in the World. It also gives Passengers to visit the beautiful town of Purmamarca, where it is located the famous 7 Colors Hill

Save money and time by buying in combo! Organize your vacation with your favorite excursions. Enjoy three of the most impressive places in northern Argentina: Cachi, Cafayate and Humahuaca, with a Walking Tour through Salta and arrival and departure transfers. Enjoy three unmissable excursions in northern Argentina: Cafayate with its rock formations and wines; Cachi, between slopes, mountains and cardones; and Humahuaca, with its colorful mountains, rich history and culture. You can choose the dates of the excursions, they do not necessarily have to be consecutive days. Each excursion is a full day, leaving and returning to the city of Salta. Therefore, keep in mind that to purchase this excursion pack you must have at least 3 days in the destination. During the circuits there will be stops to walk, tour the towns and take beautiful photos!

You will enjoy Cafayate with Tasting: Experience the unique flavors of the region. We will admire impressive geological formations such as the Devil's Throat, the Amphitheater and the Castles in the Quebrada de las Conchas. In Cachi, we will travel through the fascinating Quebrada de los Laureles and the challenging Camino de la Cuesta del Obispo until you reach Cachi, a charming town known for its colonial architecture and peaceful atmosphere We will also enjoy a historical Tour in Salta: Explore the rich cultural heritage of Salta with visits to historical places

Discover the natural and cultural beauty of Salta and Jujuy on a two-day adventure. From Cafayate, birthplace of wines, to the vibrant Quebrada de Humahuaca, every corner of the region is a sight. Explore breathtaking landscapes, taste exquisite wines and meet unique villages that seem straight out of a story. One of the most emblematic destinations is the Hornocal Hill, known as the "Cerro de los 14 Colores", an amazing geological landscape with reddish, ochre and lilac tones. You will also tour Purmamarca, famous for its Seven Colors Hill. You will get to know the warmth of northern Argentina and the traditions of a town full of culture. This experience will connect you to the nature and heart of northern Argentina. ***IMPORTANT: For Hornocal, take a meal as there will be no time for lunch in Humahuaca.

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.

Discover the unusual landscape of Quebrada de Humahuaca on this full-day excursion from Salta. Travel along an ancient Incan route through multicolored canyons to this gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Stop at small indigenous villages like Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara to view historical adobe churches and ruins. Visit San Salvador de Jujuy, a small city situated among the wooded lowlands, before returning to Salta on Route 9.

On this excursion, you will travel to the Salinas Grandes, a shared territory between Salta and Jujuy, crossing the province of Jujuy. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and capture incredible postcards! Entering Jujuy, you'll explore a portion of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, visiting picturesque towns like Yala, Volcán, and Purmamarca, home to the majestic Cerro de los 7 Colores. You'll ascend the incredible Cuesta de Lipán, at 4,170 meters above sea level, appreciating its spectacular flora and fauna. Arriving at the Salinas Grandes, marvel at its vastness and take stunning, creative selfies. Then, return to Purmamarca for lunch (not included) featuring regional dishes, predominantly llama meat. Explore the acclaimed town's picturesque, rustic streets and uphill roads. Your guide will invite you to walk the Paseo Los Colorados. After this, you begin the return journey. During the tour, there are stops to walk and take photos, ensuring you capture the beauty of each unique location.