Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca Day Trip from Salta
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Experience Highlights
Join this day trip from Salta and discover the natural beauty of the Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca. Marvel at the stunning salt landscapes and colourful mountains of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Learn about the rich culture and history of the region as you explore the traditional villages accompanied by an expert guide. The tour includes hotel pick-up service.
- Discover the stunning Salinas Grandes, a vast salt desert that will leave you speechless.
- Explore the charming village of Purmamarca and admire the famous Cerro de los Siete Colores (Seven Colours Hill).
- Enjoy a comfortable transfer from Salta and an expert guide.
What’s included
- Day trip to Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca from Salta
- Hotel pick-up service (selected hotels only)
- Expert guide
- Entrance to the National Park
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Step by Step
This day trip from Salta to Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca is the ideal option to visit these two tourist attractions in one day. You will start your adventure early in the morning, when you will be picked up from your hotel in Salta and driven in a comfortable vehicle to the Salinas Grandes.
The Salinas Grandes is an impressive salt desert that stretches over 200 square kilometres. Upon arrival, you will be amazed by the immensity of this brilliant white landscape. You will have the opportunity to walk on the salt and take unique photographs while enjoying the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
After exploring the Salinas Grandes, you will head towards the charming village of Purmamarca, located in the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Here, you can enjoy some free time to wander the cobbled streets and admire the colonial architecture. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the famous Church of Santa Rosa de Lima and the Handicraft Market, where you can buy souvenirs and local handicrafts.
One of the highlights of Purmamarca is the Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of the Seven Colours), a unique mountain formation that displays a variety of tonalities in its rocky layers. You will be able to admire this incredible natural spectacle and take breathtaking photographs.
Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by an expert guide who will provide you with interesting information about the history, culture and geography of the region.
