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Hornocal and Great Salt Flats : Heavens that embrace the earth

New48 hFree cancellationBy La Quebrada Turismo
Hornocal and Great Salt Flats : Heavens that embrace the earth

About this activity

This 2-day tour invites you to discover the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a World Heritage Site, with unique landscapes, history and culture. You will visit Purmamarca and its famous Cerro de los Siete Colores, Maimará with the Palettes of the Painter, and Tilcara, where you can know the Pucará (not included). In Uquía you will enjoy its cultural tradition, and in Humahuaca, history and modernity combine. One of the most striking moments will be the Cerro de Hornocal, known as the "Cerro de los 14 Colores", with its incredible natural tones. The tour also includes the Salinas Grandes, an immense salt flat of surreal beauty. During the trip, you will get to know the local culture, its crafts and gastronomy.

IMPORTANT : If you visit Hornocal, you will need to bring a food, as you will not have the two hours free for lunch in Humahuaca.

What's included

  • ✓Visit the Quebrada de Humahuaca and Serranías del Hornocal and its magnificent hill of 14 colors
  • ✓We visited the town of Purmamarca, La Cuesta de Lípan and Salinas Grandes.
  • ✓Government Fees
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • ✕Lunch

Good to know

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

Cancellation policy

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

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