Humahuaca Gorge and Iruya 2 Days Journey from Salta
About This Tour
Discover the dramatic landscapes and living culture of northern Argentina on this 2-day journey through the Quebrada de Humahuaca to the mountain village of Iru...
Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Jujuy, Salta, Tilcara, Purmamarca, Humahuaca · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel. We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.; Not recommended for people with heart conditions
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What's Included
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Salta
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Accommodation in Iruya
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Day 1: Salta - Iruya
Accompanied by local guides, we will head to the area of Quebrada de Humahuaca, where we will first visit Purmamarca to observe the Cerro de los Siete Colores, the Church and the Artisan Market at the square. We will pass by Horn Post, continuing towards the town of Tilcara to visit Pucará and the Archaeological Museum. Then, you will discover the museum and learn about the past of the region. Next stop is in Huacalera, where we will pass the Tropic of Capricorn, from where you will be able to see the colours of the Pollera de la Colla Hill. Also, you will visit to the Church of Uquía, where we find the paintings of the Angels Arcabuceros (important remains of Cuzco style art). We will continue our journey, passing through the town of Iturbe and Abra del Cóndor (3900 masl) arriving at the beginning of a small gorge where this small town, Iruya, of pre-Hispanic origins, is located. We will spend the night here (accommodation is not included).
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2Day 02
Day 2: Iruya - Salta
During the next day, we wil begin our trip back to Salta visiting the city of San Salvador de Jujuy on the way. Finally, we return to the hotel in Salta in the afternoon.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Salta. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Salta. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
