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From Salta: 4-Day Trip in Salta Province & Salinas Grandes

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Activity provider: TIAMAR TRAVEL EVT
Multi-day trip

From Salta: 4-Day Trip in Salta Province & Salinas Grandes

Activity provider: TIAMAR TRAVEL EVT
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Experience the best of the Salta Province on a 4-day guided trip. Travel to Cafayate, Cachi, the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Salinas Grandes, Hornocal, and Humahuaca to see the Hill of Seven Colors.

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Duration 4 days
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
Pickups take place between 07:00 AM and 07:40 AM from the lobby or reception of your hotel in downtown Salta. In the case of Hornocal, please be in Caseros 420 at 06:30 AM.

Experience

Highlights
  • Explore the breathtaking landscapes of La Quebrada de las Conchas in Cafayate
  • Travel across dramatic landscapes such as Cuesta del Obispo and the Parque Nacional de Cardones
  • Explore the Salinas Grandes, one of the 7 Wonders of the Argentine Republic
  • Marvel at the Hill of 14 Colors, located in Hornocal town
Full description

DAY 1. Tour to Cafayate. Travelling the Provincial Route 68, exploring panoramic views of the farms and tobacco plantations of the Lerma Valley. Pass the town of Alemania and marvel at the red mountains and rock formations of attractions such as the "Devil´s Throat" and "House of the Parrots." Upon arrival in Cafayate, visit 1 winery to learn more about the local wine industry and famous torrontes wines. Following lunch, journey back to Salta via a different route to see a completely different landscape from the morning drive. DAY 2. Tour to Cachi. Travel the Provincial Route 68 and then the Provincial Route 33 to pass the dramatic Gorge of Escoipe and Los Laureles. Next, start your journey along the famous winding road of the Cuesta del Obispo (Bishop's Slope). Admire the magnificent rock formations en route to the summit at 3,348 masl. Travel through the Parque Nacional los Cardones ("National Park of the Cactus") Arrive in the beautiful town of Cachi in time for lunch. Then, stroll through streets of perfectly-preserved colonial architecture. Visit the town church in Central Plaza, and go to the historical museum showcasing the history of the Aboriginal communities. DAY 3. Tour to Salinas Grandes. Begin the journey towards the neighboring province of Jujuy, passing through the towns of Volcán and Tumbaya along the way.  Your first stop of the day is at the beautiful town of Purmamarca, one of the most picturesque villages in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Quebrada de Humahuaca. Visit the town's vibrant main square and perhaps pick up some souvenirs at one of the many surrounding craft stands. Afterward, enjoy a visit to the breathtaking and aptly-named 7 Color Hill. Later, continue your ascent along the majestic Cuesta del Lipan to reach the Salinas Grandes, one of the 7 Wonders of the Argentine Republic. Here, enjoy some free time to admire the unique salt planes and famous pools. Afterward, return to Purmamarca and break for lunch at one of the many traditional restaurants before returning to Salta. DAY 4. Tour to Hornocal. Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned van and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the National Route 9 on the way to Jujuy province where we visit the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a narrow mountain valley declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. Stop in Purmamarca and admire the Hill of Seven Colors and its striking red and orange hues before exploring the main square and local craft stands. Continuing along Route 9, we reach the town of Humahuaca, located at 2,939 meters above sea level. Wander down to the Church of La Candelaria and visit the Independence Monument before enjoying free time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy 45 minutes of free time to explore Hornocal and its Hill of Fourteen Colors. Return along Route 9 to Salta City.

Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tour guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Not suitable for
  • People with back problems

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Passport or ID card for children

Know before you go

  • This tour involves around 2 hours of traveling through low-quality dirt roads and another 2 hours through the highway on the way back. All vehicles are of a high-quality minivan
  • The Hornocal part of the itinerary is entirely in Spanish. All other aspects of the tour are provided in your chosen language
  • You select the dates of your tour, but the order of the excursions may change depending on availability
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December 1, 2022

Supers activités accompagnés de guides très compétents, des paysages à couper le souffle, si vous hésitez foncez !

October 8, 2022

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Einfach eine top Tour. Wirklich empfehlenswert. Es war ein Traum!!

October 6, 2022

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