From Salta: 2-Day Cachi and Humahuaca Tour with Transfer
ID: GYG416737-755800
Category:
Country: Argentina
Duration:
3 days
Description
Take a guided journey to the most impressive spots in the provinces of Salta and Jujuy. Explore the traditional towns of Cachi and Humahuaca, among others, to discover major cultural buildings.
DAY 1. Tour to Cachi. Depart Salta and journey along Provincial Route 68, traveling through the small towns of Cerrillos, La Merced and El Carril. Then, drive along 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 meters above sea level.
Travel through the Parque Nacional los Cardones ("National Park of the Cactus"), named for its abundance of cardon grande cactus bush formations.
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. Pick up some souvenirs in the craft market and enjoy some free time to shop before the return drive to Salta.
Day 2. Tour to Humahuaca On this full-day tour you’ll travel from Salta city to San Salvador de Jujuy. This is where your adventure begins, with visits to the towns of La Quebrada de Humahuaca.
The first of the towns on the itinerary is Purmamarca, with the spectacular Cerro de Siete Colores (Hill of 7 Colors) rising behind it. Take a walk to the principal square, where craftsmen display and sell their work. Afterwards, visit the church, which played an important role in local history.
From the road you’ll be able to see the Paleta del Pintor Hill, before arriving in Humahuaca town. Enjoy a break for lunch and take some time to explore the town. Admire the impressive Monumento de la Independencia (Independence Monument).
As you make your way back to Salta, you'll visit a chapel built 700 years ago that has an altar covered in gold. You’ll also get to see priceless paintings of the Cusco School and a small monument marking the imaginary line of the Tropic of Capricorn.
Stop in Tilcara town for a walk to its main square and church. There will also be time here to visit the Anthropology Museum.
The final stop on the tour is Las Ruinas Incaicas del Pucara de Tilcara. These ruins date back to a society even older than the Incas. Finally coming back to Salta.
Highlights
- Travel across dramatic landscapes such as Cuesta del Obispo and the Parque Nacional de Cardones
- Drive through the magnificent landscapes of the Gorge of Escoipe and Las Laureles
- Marvel at the Hill of 7 Colors, located just behind the town of Purmamarca
- Visit the towns of the historic Quebrada de Humahuaca
- Discover a landscape from a fairytale at El Valle Encantado ("The Enchanted Valley")
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Those under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult
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 high-quality minivans
The guide is bilingual and will speak both English and Spanish in case the group is mixed
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must to right at 7.00 am to pick up at Downtown Hotels
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
