Experience the full range of Northern Argentina, combining the convenience of round-trip transfers between Salta Airport and your hotel with two full-day excursions to discover some of the region`s most iconic landscapes and towns. Explore the Quebrada de Humahuaca , visit Purmamarca and the Hill of Seven Colors, and marvel at the vastness of the Salinas Grandes salt flats , traversing the spectacular high-altitude landscapes of the Puna.
✈️ Transfers to and from Salta Airport and hotels in Salta.
🏔️ Discover the Quebrada de Humahuaca , its historic towns and its multicolored landscapes.
🌈 Visit Purmamarca and the Hill of 7 Colors , two of the great attractions of northern Argentina.
🧂 Discover the Salinas Grandes , one of the most impressive salt flats in Argentina.
⛰️ Cross the Lipán Slope and reach a maximum altitude of approximately 4,170 meters above sea level.
🏺 Explore the Pucará de Tilcara , an important archaeological site in the Quebrada de Humahuaca.
🎨 Behold the Painter`s Palette in Maimará and the unique landscapes of the Quebrada.
📸 Enjoy scenic stops for walking, admiring the landscapes and taking photographs.
About this tour
Your experience begins with the transfer from Salta International Airport to your hotel , allowing you to start your stay comfortably and without worrying about arrival logistics.
During the trip, you`ll enjoy two full-day excursions through some of the most iconic landscapes of Northern Argentina. The first will take you through the Quebrada de Humahuaca , while the second will allow you to explore Purmamarca and the Salinas Grandes salt flats, traversing spectacular mountain roads and high-altitude scenery.
Your first adventure begins early in the morning in Salta, traveling through the valleys of San Salvador de Jujuy and venturing into the historic Quebrada de Humahuaca. Along the way, you`ll visit different towns and attractions, discovering the natural and cultural diversity of this region.
The circuit includes Yala, Volcán, Tumbaya, and Purmamarca , where you can admire the famous Hill of Seven Colors , one of the most renowned natural formations in northern Argentina. The route continues to Maimará , with its distinctive Painter`s Palette , and Tilcara , home to the important archaeological site of El Pucará de Tilcara .
The excursion continues to Huacalera , crossing the Tropic of Capricorn , and then on to Uquía , renowned for its church and historic paintings from the Cusco School. Finally, you will arrive in Humahuaca , where you can explore its traditional town and the Independence Monument .
After exploring the main attractions of the Quebrada, you will begin your return journey to the city of Salta.
The second day begins early in Salta, heading towards the province of Jujuy. The route crosses part of the Quebrada de Humahuaca and allows you to visit some of the region`s most picturesque towns before arriving at the Salinas Grandes salt flats.
The circuit begins by passing through General Güemes, San Salvador de Jujuy, Yala and Volcán , until reaching Purmamarca , where you can contemplate the imposing Hill of 7 Colors and explore the streets of this traditional Andean town.
Next, you`ll continue along the spectacular Lipán Pass , a mountain road that reaches approximately 4,170 meters above sea level . During the ascent, you`ll stop at viewpoints to enjoy the landscapes of the Puna and take photographs.
The main destination will be Salinas Grandes , at about 3,400 meters above sea level , where you can contemplate the enormous white expanse of the salt flat, walk and enjoy one of the most striking natural settings in Northern Argentina.
Then you`ll return to Purmamarca , where you`ll have free time for lunch on your own and to explore the town before heading back to Salta. Along the way, there will be several stops for walking, admiring the scenery, and taking photographs.
To complete the experience, the package also includes the transfer from your hotel in Salta to the airport , completing the logistics of your trip.
An ideal proposal to discover in one trip the Quebrada de Humahuaca, its historic towns and multicolored landscapes, Purmamarca, the Hill of 7 Colors and the imposing Salinas Grandes , combining nature, culture, history and high landscapes.
