Flavors of Altura, I lived Cachi and Hornocal in 2 days

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the beauty of Salta and Jujuy on an unforgettable journey where nature, culture and history combine in a unique tour. In two days you will explore landscapes such as the Quebrada de Humahuaca, with vibrantly colored mountains, and the imposing Cerro de Hornocal, famous "Cerro de los 14 Colores". You’ll also visit Cachi, a charming Salta village that preserves the essence of yesteryear and a history that connects with the region’s past. Each corner offers something special: the warmth of its people, typical cuisine and landscapes that invite contemplation. Get ready for a deep experience in northern Argentina, where every step will be a new adventure. ***IMPORTANT : When visiting Hornocal, take lifeguards as there will be no free time in Humahuaca for lunch.

What's Included

Visit the Quebrada de Humahuaca and Serranías del Hornocal and its magnificent hill of 14 colors
Admission to Los Cardones National Park
Government Fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

One day before each activity, passengers will receive a message to inform them about the pick-up and destination times. Search hours are between 07:00 a.m. and 07:45 a.m. in a 15-block range of July 9th Square.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Cachi

    6 stops
  • 1
    Valle de Lerma

    We leave Salta through the Lerma Valley to the south of the province until we reach the town of El Carril to turn west and begin to head towards the Quebrada del Escoipe and the first dream landscapes. We have technical stops along the way so passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Cuesta del Obispo

    Imposing Cuesta del Obispo and Enchanted Valley, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.a.s.l.) crosses Los Cardones National Park.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Parque Nacional Los Cardones

    Leaving behind the fertile Lerma Valley, you ascend the Escoipe Gorge and then continue along the imposing Bishop’s Hill and the Enchanted Valley, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.a.s.l.) crosses Los Cardones National Park.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Visit the grocery stores and pass through the village where the peppers are dried on the side of the road.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Cachi

    We arrive at noon in the colonial town of Cachi and we will have 2 hours free to have lunch and tour this unique town in northern Argentina. Its cobblestone streets with their adobe houses and cobblestones allow us to witness a place abandoned in time, which maintains its primary essence. In these 2 free hours you can walk these 10 blocks by 10 blocks that the town offers and taste its local gastronomic variety. Then we meet again with the guide to start the return to Salta.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Valle de Lerma

    Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in Chicoana or El Carril to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 2

    Oven

    11 stops
  • 7
    Salta

    We leave from the city of Salta to San Salvador de Jujuy. We will have technical stops so that passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Technical stop to take advantage and go to the bathroom and buy provisions.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    We visit the hill of 7 colors, one of the most characteristic villages of the gulch of Humahuaca.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Visit the town of Tilcara, where the Pucará is located.

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Visit to the village church and ceramic factory.

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Serranias Del Hornocal

    Once you arrive in Uquía, you will transfer to a 4x4 vehicle where you will begin the road to Hornocal to enjoy these magnificent panoramic views. Back you make a stop in Humahuaca for 20 minutes. It is recommended to bring some lunch or something light for lunch as there is no time to stop at a restaurant in Humahuaca.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 13

    20 minutes in the village of Humahuaca to explore and visit before returning to Salta.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14

    Photographic visit to the Painter's Palettes

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 15

    Photo Tour of the Tropic of Capricorn

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 16

    Technical stop to take advantage and go to the bathroom and buy provisions.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Salta

    We return to the city of Salta through the last of the Quebrada de Humahuaca and its landscapes. We have technical stops along the way if you want to go to the bathroom, buy something to eat or drink.

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by La Quebrada Turismo

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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