Hotel and hostel pick-up.

We depart from Salta, making our way towards Purmamarca, taking the route numbers 9 and 34. Upon arrival to this quaint village, you’ll visit "The Hill of Seven Colours", the church, and the craft market.

We’ll pass through the "Posta de Hornillos", a historical relic, and then enter the “summer village” of Maimará. We’ll arrive to the town of Tilcara: here, you can visit Pucara (a pre-Inca fortification situated on a hill), and the Archaeological Museum E. Casanova. We’ll continue to the town of Huacalera, and go straight through the Tropic of Capricorn.

There’ll then be a stop to see the panoramic view of La Pollera de la Colla – get your cameras out for this beautiful, multi-hued rock. We’ll move on to visit the Church of Uquía, which is home to the Angeles arcabuceros.

We’ll continue the journey to Humahuaca, where we’ll visit the Cathedral and the Monument of Independence. There’ll be time for lunch here, and after eating, we start the return to San Salvador de Jujuy. On the way, you’ll be able to observe the Painter's Palette.

Upon arrival to San Salvador de Jujuy, you’ll visit the Hall of Flags and the Cathedral, where the pulpit is carved in wood and laminated in gold. As we continue, you’ll notice beautiful subtropical vegetation. We’ll cross the "Abra Santa Laura" pass, and see the dams La Cienaga, Las Maderas and Campo Alegre.

Finally, we’ll pass through the historic villages of La Caldera and Vaqueros, before arriving to Salta.

Hotel and hostel drop-off.

Minimum of 2 passengers for this tour.

06:30 - 07:00

Hotel and hostel pick-up

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07:00

Depart from Salta

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08:00 - 09:30

Arrive in Purmamarca, see "The Hill of Seven Colours", and visit other places

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09:30 - 11:00

Arrive in Tilcara, visit Pucara (a pre-Inca fortification), an archaeological museum, Huacalera, and the Tropic of Capricorn

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11:00 - 12:30

Stop for a panoramic view, and then visit the Church of Uquia

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12:30

Arrive in Humahuaca to visit the Cathedral and the Monument of Independence; have lunch here

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14:00 - 16:00

Return to San Salvador de Jujuy to observe the Painter's Palette

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16:00 - 18:00

Visit the Hall of Flags, the Cathedral, and see the La Cienaga, Las Maderas and Campo Alegre dams

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18:00

Return to Salta

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- Transportation
- English-speaking guide
- Insurance

- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Food and beverages

- Trekking/ walking shoes
- Comfortable clothes
- 1 warm jacket (even in summer)
- Insect repellent for summer days and sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Extra cash

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

EXCLUSIONS:
This tour is not possible to operate for children under 4 years old.

CHILDREN (FROM 4 TO 6 YEARS OLD)
In order to obtain this discount, the child must be between 4 and 6 years of age (inclusive), on the date they are due to take the tour.

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

Changes: If you change your tour date before 5:00 pm (Buenos Aires time) 5 days before the tour begins, a 60% administration fee will apply. After this time, there is a 100% fee.

Cancellations: If you cancel before 5:00 pm (Buenos Aires time) 5 days before the tour begins, a 60% administration fee will apply. After this time, there is a 100% cancellation fee.

Please email bookings@findlocaltrips.com to cancel this tour or make any changes.

1. What time zone is used in Salta?

   Local time in Salta is GMT -3, the same as on Argentina's mainland.

2. What kind of weather can we find in Quebrada de Humahuaca?

   January is warmest, with an average temperature of 24°C at noon. July is coldest, with an average temperature of -6.2°C at night. Quebrada de Humahuaca has no distinct temperature seasons, the temperature is relatively constant during the year. Temperatures drop sharply at night, and winter has prolonged periods of freezing, with the coldest month most often being July. July is - however - on average the month with most sunshine. Rainfall and other precipitation peaks around January, and the driest month is September.

3. What should I bring to the tour?

   You should bring comfortable clothes, a jacket, and warm layers (afternoons can be cold). Take walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat and an umbrella (for rainy season). Don't forget to bring your camera, a bottle of water, snacks, and extra cash for your personal expenses.

4. I can’t find my accommodation listed in the operator’s pick up locations as I make my booking. What should I select?

   This operator only offers pick-ups from the hotel and hostel accommodation listed, and located in the city centre. They do not provide pick-ups or drop-offs at private residences, Airbnbs, bus terminals etc. Select an alternative close by, and be ready there for pick-up at the time on your booking confirmation.

5. Why book with FindLocalTrips.com?

   Apart from our low-price guarantee, with us you are 100% assured that your booking is made. We provide an instant email confirmation, and have live spaces and availability for each tour. If you have any queries, you are in the hands of our team of 20 local experts here on the ground, who speak perfect Spanish and English. We guarantee quick responses to any questions or queries. Tour operators are experts at operating their tours... We are the experts at reservations, organisation and assistance with your plans for these tours.