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From Salta: 2-Day Cachi and Humahuaca Tour with Transfer
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 3d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
- 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 Colours, 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")
Activity location
- Salta
- Salta, Salta, Argentina
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Salta
- Salta, Salta, Argentina
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From Salta: 2-Day Cachi and Humahuaca Tour with Transfer
- 3d
Activity duration is 3 days 3d - English
What's included, what's not
- Driver/guide
What's included What's included - Hotel pickup and drop-off The both days
What's included What's included - Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz minivan
What's included What's included - Certified bilingual guide in Spanish and English
What's included What's included - Entrance fees
What's excluded What's excluded - Food and drinks
What's excluded What's excluded - Personal expenses
What's excluded What's excluded - Accommodation
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: People with back problems
What you can expect
DAY 1. Tour to Cachi. Depart Salta and journey along Provincial Route 68, travelling 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 metres 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 Colours) 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.
You choose the dates, but the order of the excursions may change depending on the availability of the agency
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Salta
- Salta, Salta, Argentina
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Salta
- Salta, Salta, Argentina