Full-Day Tour in Salta to Humahuaca, Purmamarca 7 Colors Hill and Tilcara Ruins
by Nordic Travel
Overview
This full-day bus tour from Salta lasts about 12 hours and covers key sites in the region. The tour includes a visit to Purmamarca, where you will see the distinctive Hill of Seven Colors, known for its layered, multicolored rock formations. In Tilcara, the tour stops at the ancient ruins and includes a look at the unique church of Uquía. The trip also reaches Humahuaca, a town recognized as a World Heritage Site for its sharply shaped, colorful mountain landscape. The tour provides a local, professional guide who shares information throughout the day. Hotel pickup and drop-off are offered for selected hotels. Food and drinks are not included, and gratuities are not covered. The itinerary features stops at several landmarks and towns along the way, with time allocated for visits and exploration. The tour begins and ends in Salta, passing through the provinces of Salta and Jujuy. You will see the Pucara de Tilcara archeological site, the Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia, and the Iglesia San Francisco de Paula. Additional stops include the Paleta Del Pintor rock formations, the Cementerio Nuestra Senora del Carmen cemetery, and the Iglesia Humahuaca. The tour also passes through towns like Huacalera, Maimara, and San Salvador de Jujuy. The local partner office is Nordic Travel. This tour requires children to be accompanied by an adult and may be led by a multilingual guide. Pricing in Argentine pesos excludes certain taxes that will appear on credit or debit card statements.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Pucara de Tilcara
Visit the main attractions at the Pucara de Tilcara archeological site during a 40-minute stop.
40 min
Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia
Spend 20 minutes viewing the Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia and its surroundings.
20 min
Iglesia San Francisco de Paula
Stop for 20 minutes at the Iglesia San Francisco de Paula to see this local church.
20 min
The Hill of Seven Colors
Visit the Hill of Seven Colors for 40 minutes to observe the layered, multicolored rock formations.
40 min
Paleta Del Pintor
Take a 20-minute break at Paleta Del Pintor, a natural rock formation with distinctive colors.
20 min
Nordic Travel
Local partner office serving as a base for the tour.
Salta
The tour begins and ends in Salta, the provincial capital of Salta.
San Salvador de Jujuy
Pass through San Salvador de Jujuy city during the tour.
Province of Jujuy
Travel through various locations within the Province of Jujuy.
Province of Salta
Travel through various locations within the Province of Salta.
Huacalera
Pass through the town of Huacalera on the route.
Maimara
Pass through the town of Maimara during the tour.
Cementerio Nuestra Senora del Carmen
Visit the Cementerio Nuestra Senora del Carmen cemetery as part of the tour.
Humahuaca
Spend 2 hours in Humahuaca exploring the town and its surroundings.
120 min
Quebrada de Humahuaca
Travel through the Quebrada de Humahuaca valley on the journey.
Iglesia Humahuaca
Stop for 20 minutes at the Iglesia Humahuaca during the visit to Humahuaca.
20 min
Tilcara
Visit the town of Tilcara along with its archeological sites.
Purmamarca
Drive-by of Purmamarca, covering the main attractions.
50 min
Cabildo de Purmamarca
Visit the Cabildo de Purmamarca historic building during the stop in Purmamarca.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Salta
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- Cachi Full-Day Tour with Los Cardones National Park in Salta
- Full-Day Tour to Cafayate Calchaqui Valleys with Wine Tasting
- Salta Day Trip Visiting Purmamarca and Salinas Grandes Salt Flats