Discover the Salinas Grandes Salt Fields and Hill of Seven Colors

12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

On this excursion, you will travel to the Salinas Grandes, a shared territory between Salta and Jujuy, crossing the province of Jujuy. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and capture incredible postcards!

Entering Jujuy, you'll explore a portion of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, visiting picturesque towns like Yala, Volcán, and Purmamarca, home to the majestic Cerro de los 7 Colores. You'll ascend the incredible Cuesta de Lipán, at 4,170 meters above sea level, appreciating its spectacular flora and fauna.

Arriving at the Salinas Grandes, marvel at its vastness and take stunning, creative selfies. Then, return to Purmamarca for lunch (not included) featuring regional dishes, predominantly llama meat. Explore the acclaimed town's picturesque, rustic streets and uphill roads.

Your guide will invite you to walk the Paseo Los Colorados. After this, you begin the return journey.

During the tour, there are stops to walk and take photos, ensuring you capture the beauty of each unique location.

What's Included

Roundtrip Hotel Transfers
Bilingual English and Spanish professional Tour Guide
Admission to Salt Fields (approx value)
Food, beverages and other services not especified

Meeting and pickup

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

Please note that there are some hotels in the city that are not included in our pickup routes. If your hotel is not included, we will contact you to inform you of the closest pick up location. We ask that you wait for the guide in the lobby of the hotel indicated.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Salta

    Departure: Salta (downtown) – 1180 meters above sea level (6:30 – 7:15 am) Route 9 and Roue 34 The tour begins from the city of Salta, leaving through the central access of the city, taking RN 9 and then entering the municipality of General Güemes, via RN 34

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Technical stop in Volcán – 2084 masl Route 9

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    The Hill of Seven Colors

    Stop at Hill of the 7 Colors – 2324 masl Route 52 we will enter the sister province of Jujuy, in the that you will have the opportunity to get to know a little piece of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, visit picturesque towns such as Yala, Volcán, Purmamarca where you will find the majestic Cerro de los 7 Colores, the incredible Cuesta de Lipán, at 4,170 meters above sea level and you will be able to appreciate its spectacular flora and fauna.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Stops at Mirador el Balcón and Altura Máxima – 4170 masl Route 52

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Stop at Salt Fields – 3400 masl Route 52 You will arrive at the Salinas Grandes, where you will be able to appreciate all its magnitude and take the most beautiful and creative selfies.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Stop at Purmamarca – 2324 masl You will return to the town of Purmamarca, where you can have lunch of the best regional dishes (not included) where llama meat predominates and also get to know the acclaimed town of Purmamarca, with its picturesque and rustic streets, with uphill roads. The guide will invite you to take a walk with him to see Paseo Los Colorados. After this, the way back is undertaken.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Technical stop in Volcán – 2084 masl Route 9

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Salta

    Arrival at Salta (downtown) (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gray Line Argentina

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Cancellation Policy

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

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