Tour to Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca: Adventure from Salta

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About this activity

The tour to the Salinas Grandes from Salta is a fascinating experience that takes you to one of the most impressive and unique landscapes in northern Argentina.

Along the way, you will cross the famous Cuesta del Obispo and Quebrada de Escoipe, enjoying panoramic views of the mountains and valleys. This drive offers opportunities to take impressive photos and learn about the local geology and flora.

The tour takes you through charming Andean towns such as Purmamarca, known for its Cerro de los Siete Colores.

You will continue along Route 52, ascending through spectacular landscapes until you reach the highest point of the trip. The view from here is simply spectacular and offers a unique perspective of the Argentine Puna.

Upon arriving at the Salinas Grandes, you will be greeted by a dazzling white sea of salt that stretches as far as the eye can see. This vast salt desert is one of Argentina's most impressive natural wonders.

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At a glance

Duration: 11–12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: ParaViajantes Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Adults (3–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bilingual Accredited Guide
Included: Round trip transportation

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks!
Not included: Tips and Souvenirs!

Itinerary

Quebrada de Humahuaca

4 hours Admission included

We will start from the city of Salta, leaving through the central access of the city, taking the RN 9 to

then enter the municipality of General Güemes, by the RN 34. Later we enter the province

sister of Jujuy, in which we will have the opportunity to know a little piece of the Quebrada de

Humahuaca, we will visit picturesque towns such as Yala, Volcán, Purmamarca where we will find the majestic Cerro de los 7 Colores; we enter the incredible Cuesta de Lipán, where we will take 4,170 meters above sea level and we will be able to appreciate its spectacular flora and fauna;
Salinas Grandes

3 hours Admission included

We will travel to the Salinas Grandes, a territory shared between Salta and Jujuy; the best way is through the province of Jujuy. In this way, you will be able to enjoy the best landscapes at their best, where you will take incredible postcards!
Purmamarca

4 hours

We return to the town of Purmamarca, where you can have lunch with the best regional dishes where

llama meat predominates and also get to know the acclaimed town of Purmamarca, with its streets

Picturesque and rustic, with uphill paths.

After this, you head back to your hotel.

During the tour there are stops to walk and take photos!

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Armonia Hotel Wellness Spa
Hotel Casablanca
Brisas Hotel
Terraza de la Usina
Tropico Hotel
Hostel La Pachi
Tierra del Norte habitaciones
Dazzler by Wyndham Salta
Hotel Pacha Anexo
Hotel Florida
La Carona Cinco Espuelas - Hotel Boutique
Hotel Valle Escondido

and 149 more pickup points

Roundtrip transportation from most Salta and Jujuy hotels.

As soon as you book the tour, get in touch via whatsapp, to inform the hotel where you are staying in Salta or Jujuy, or, you will be informed of the meeting point.

Please confirm your pickup time by contacting us at the phone number on the reservation or by contacting TripAdvisor Customer Service.

Using your ticket

Confirm your hotel and pick up time by contacting us at the number on the voucher via whatsapp +549 115 325 2791, or by contacting TripAdvisor Customer Service.

Please fill in your Lodging, date of birth and Passport.

If your reservation is last minute, pick up times and available languages may vary. Subject to availability.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
IMPORTANT FOR ARGENTINES!! The price of the tour, in pesos, DOES NOT include taxes!!
Book in advance! If you wait until the last minute, we may not have availability. Thank you.