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Salta · Argentina
Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara from Salta
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From $46.00 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
A visit to the destination consecrated as a Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity (UNESCO), crossing the eponymous Quebrada, discovering exceptional landscapes, towns, and cultures. Unique towns are revealed, such as Purmamarca, famous for the setting of the Cerro de los Siete Colores, and Maimará, with its colorful slopes called Paleta del Pintor. Tilcara stands out for its Pucará (high fortress) whose ruins have been partially destroyed. Uquía shows its chapel, built in the 17th century, worked 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: The Monument to Independence, the Cathedral Church and the Municipal Building.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Discover exceptional landscapes and cultures along this UNESCO site
- Purmamarca: Admire the stunning Cerro de los Siete Colores
- Maimará: Marvel at the colorful Paleta del Pintor slopes
- Tilcara: Visit the ancient Pucará fortress ruins
- Uquía: See the 17thcentury chapel with laminated gold work
- Humahuaca: Explore cobbled streets and visit the Monument to Independence
- Scenic Route: Travel through picturesque towns, with a break at the Tropic of Capricorn
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Pick-up starts at 07:00hs (range of 15 blocks from the agency). Route: Salta, Güemes by highway, San Salvador de Jujuy, Quebrada de Humahuaca: Volcano (technical stop), Tumbaya, Purmamarca (Hill of the 7 colors), Maimará (Paletas del Pintor), Tilcara, Huacalera (Tropic of Capricorn), Uquía and 2 free hours in Humahuaca (monument to the Independence). Return to Salta between 20:00 to 20:30hs. Total route: 520 km. Maximum height: 3012 mts.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Salta
Sightseeing at Quebrada de Humahuaca.
Continued
Salta
Sightseeing at Cerro de los Siete Colores.
Continued
Salta
Sightseeing at Pucará de Tilcara.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Experienced guide
Not Included
Tips & Gratuity Personal expenses
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and bag for essentials
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up is between 07:00 a.m. to 07:45 a.m. within a range of 15 blocks from Plaza 9 de Julio.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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