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Experience the ‘Salinas Grandes,’ a magical collection of salt flats in Northwest Argentina, during this 13-hour day trip from Salta. Explore some of the area’s picturesque small towns before reaching this surreal landmark, an area where a landscape of shiny-white salt seems to extend to the horizon. You’ll also stop by the village of Purmamarca on your way back to Salta.

Setting out on a 2-day journey through mountainous Argentina may seem overwhelming, but it's a breeze with a guide in the lead and all details arranged ahead of time. Visit highlights of the Humahuaca Gorge, including the Iruya Village, dating to the seventh century, as well as Uquia, Tilcara, and Purmamarca. Learn about the history, culture, and traditions of each location through your guide's in-depth commentary.

Book four excursions in three days in Salta to plan your vacation in advance. Full-day tours from Salta include Salinas Grandes, Humahuaca, and Cayafate. This tour pack allows you to get a comprehensive tour of the area without the need to rent a car; you can focus on the scenery instead of worrying about navigation and directions.

Absorb the spectral landscapes of the UNESCO-listed Quebrada de Humahuaca on a full-day tour from Salta. Alongside an expert guide, travel through the scenic Argentinian countryside to Purmamarca Village, an indigenous town home to the majestic Seven Colored Hill. Travel back in time in Pucará’s Archeological Museum; marvel at the ancient religious paintings in Uquía Church; and gaze at the golden statues inside the Cathedral of Maimara.

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.

This 3-day tour will take you through the most captivating landscapes of Salta and Jujuy. You will start in the Quebrada de Humahuaca, visiting Purmamarca and its Cerro de los Siete Colores. In Tilcara you can visit the Pucará (entrance not included), and then visit the spectacular Cerro Hornocal, or "Cerro de los 14 Colores", with its vibrant nuances. On the second day you will tour Cafayate, famous for its wines and the incredible rock formations of the Quebrada de las Conchas, such as the Amphitheater and the Castle. On the last day, you will discover the beauty of Cachi and Los Cardones National Park, where huge cacti dominate a unique landscape. An experience that unites nature, culture and tradition. IMPORTANT : If you visit Hornocal, take vianda, as you will not have two hours free for lunch in Humahuaca.

Escape the capital for four days and fly up to Salta to explore Argentina’s wild northwest. Everything is taken care of on this guided tour, from flight tickets and hotels to pickup from the airport and daily tours. While you’re there, admire must-see landmarks such as Seven Colors Hills and the UNESCO-listed Quebrada de Humahuaca, enjoy wine tasting in Cafayate, and visit rural villages and local markets.

We will leave the city of Salta and begin the journey to the 14-color hill (known as the Serranías del Hornocal) to enter the province of Jujuy, where we will visit the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will pass through the village of Volcano, Purmamarca where we will find the majestic Cerro de los 7. Colores; Tilcara; Humahuaca, the largest town in the ravine; Uquía, a small town where the ancient paintings of the Arcabucero Angels reside; Huacalera, where we set foot on the imaginary cut of the Tropic of Capricorn and finally, La Palette del Pintor in Maimará. Once you arrive in Uquía, you will transfer to a 4x4 vehicle where you will begin the road to Hornocal to enjoy those magnificent panoramic views. Back you make a stop in Humahuaca for 20 minutes. It is recommended to bring food for lunch as there is no time to stop at a restaurant in Humahuaca. Return to Salta is under way.

From the city of Salta, we will tour the center and south of the Lerma Valley, and then enter the Quebrada de Las Conchas Natural Reserve. Here we will find geoforms carved by nature such as La Garganta del Diablo, El Amphitheater, Las Ventanas, Los Castillos, La Yesera, El Sapo, El Fraile, El Obelisco, etc. In Cafayate you will have the opportunity to visit a winery, with tasting of the best wines in the area. After lunch, we return to Salta via the same route. Going 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 the Los Cardones National Park. The small and magical town of Cachi, located at the foot of the snow-capped mountain of the same name, is characterized by its colonial-style facades, with mansions located on the edge of narrow, cobblestone streets.

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 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.

While Mendoza might hog the limelight when it comes to Argentine wine, Cafayate’s desert climate produces some of the country’s finest grapes. This day trip from Salta showcases the stunning scenery and vineyards the town is famous for, and spares you the stress of hiring a car and navigating the winding roads that make for a challenging drive.

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.

I lived the experience of the Argentine north with these unmissable excursions. Tour the magical Cafayate, land of wine and sun, crossing the striking Quebrada de las Conchas with its unique natural formations. I met Cachi, a charming village at the foot of the snowy, climbing up the Cuesta del Obispo and crossing Los Cardones National Park. I discovered the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a World Heritage Site, and climbed in 4x4 to the impressive Cerro de 14 Colores in Hornocal. Finally, surprise yourself with the Salinas Grandes, an open-air white desert, and stroll through Purmamarca and its famous Cerro de los 7 Colores. Culture, unique landscapes and adventure in one trip.

The Calchaquí Valley is known for its striking red-rock cliffs and high-altitude vineyards, and this full-day tour from Salta combines both natural wonders and wine tasting. Admire the colorful cliffs and gorges of the Quebrada de las Conchas, stop at the Devil's Throat rock formation, and visit the winemaking town of Cafayate. Cap it all off with a visit to a local winery to sample the region’s famous Torrontés wines.

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.

Explore the stunning scenery of Northwestern Argentina, including the famous ‘Train to the Clouds,’ during this 14-hour day trip. Follow the path of one of the highest railways in the world as you travel through Bull’s Gorge, then visit the Salinas Grandes salt lakes, and visit the picturesque village of Purmamarca. Breakfast, lunch, and round-trip transport from Salta are also included.

We will travel to a magical town located in the Northwest of the Salta Calchaquí Valleys, surrounded by imposing mountains, snowy, plateaus and colonial architecture that will take us back to the past. We ascend the Quebrada de Escoipe and continue along the imposing Cuesta del Obispo and the Enchanted Valley, surrounded by mountains. After visiting La Piedra del Molino (3,400 meters above sea level) you will be passing through Los Cardones National Park. The small and magical town of Cachi, located at the foot of the snowy town of the same name (6,320 meters above sea level), is characterized by its colonial-style facades, with houses located on the edge of narrow, cobbled streets. La Cuesta del Obispo, La Piedra del Molino (3348 masl), Recta del Tin Tin (11 km road built by the Incas), Los Cardones National Park (only high altitude National Park in Argentina), Nevados de Cachi sighting (6,380 masl) and 2 hours free in the village of Cachí.

Discover some of the most amazing landscapes of northern Argentina on an unforgettable tour. Visit the charming village of Purmamarca, admiring the iconic Cerro de los Siete Colores, cross the imposing Cuesta de Lipán and marvel at the vastness of the Salinas Grandes. A perfect tour to connect with nature and live the essence of the Puna Jujeña in one day.

Get a comprehensive, in-depth tour of Cafayate on this day trip from Salta. Spend a full day traveling through the Lerma Valley, viewing carved rock formations in the Quebrada de las Conchas and visiting a winery in Cafayate. Wine tasting and round-trip transportation from select Salta hotels are included.

Argentina’s mountainous landscapes are arguably some of the most beautiful in the world, but perhaps none more so than the 14-Color Mountain and the Hill of the Seven Colors. Leaving from Salta, this day-trip gives visitors the chance to see both, along with the Painter’s Palette and a 12th-century fort. Perfect for those short on time or without their own transport, this trip also includes free time to explore Purmamarca and Uquia.

Our to the wine-growing center of the province, touring the Quebrada de las Conchas. Wind erosion has formed a succession of natural whims such as the Devil's Throat, The Amphitheater, The Fraile, The Obelisk, The Castles. Cafayate, a town of single-story houses between colonial and baroque from the late 19th century. 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.

To discover the magic of colors of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, we start from Salta through RN 9/34 to reach San Salvador de Jujuy from where we will begin to walk the wonderful villages of the Quebrada de Humahuaca to discover their customs, tradition, beliefs, and also discover the wonderful landscapes that surround them, so we will travel Volcano, Tumbaya, Purmamarca with its square where the artisans gather, its Church full of history and of course the Hill of the seven colors , then heading to Tilcara to delight with one of the beautiful villages of Jujuy , our next point will be Humahuaca where in addition to walking the town with its beautiful buildings and the imposing Independence Monument, where we will have lunch. Back we will meet the Tropic of Capricorn in Huacalera and Maimara where we can appreciate its famous Palette of the Painter. From there we returned to Salta by the same route we went.

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.