Argentina · Geological Wonders

Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca Full Day Tour from Salta

11 Hours Round trip from Salta Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day tour from Salta to Purmamarca and Salinas Grandes
  • 02 Visit Purmamarca and see the famous Hill of Seven Colors
  • 03 Travel along the scenic Cuesta de Lipan
  • 04 Admire the vast white landscape of Salinas Grandes
  • 05 Enjoy free time for photos at the salt flats
  • 06 Observe local salt workers and their handicrafts
  • 07 Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels
  • 08 Guided experience in English or Spanish

Discover some of northwest Argentina’s most striking landscapes on this full-day journey from Salta to Purmamarca and Salinas Grandes. Travel through changing mountain scenery, visit the traditional village of Purmamarca, and admire the famous Hill of Seven Colors with its remarkable natural bands of colour.

Continue along the Cuesta de Lipan toward the dazzling white expanse of Salinas Grandes, where the contrast of salt flats and blue sky creates unforgettable views. Along the way, learn more about the region from your guide and enjoy time to take in the scenery, observe local salt workers, and capture photos of this unique natural environment.

The unforgettable sight here, however, lies at the end of the road, looming over town: Cerro de los Siete Colores (Seven Colors Hill), with striated hues ranging from cream to green to a deep plum.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Salta, Purmamarca
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Salta

You will start the tour with a pick up from your hotel locat at 7 AM and you will begin your journey to Purmamarca, and while en route, you will complete a city tour. 

Purmamarca

Arrive to Purmamarca, one of the traditional towns, to visit the Seven Colors Hill. Take time to admire the beauty of this naturally colorful mountain range.

The Hill of Seven Colors

The unforgettable sight here, however, lies at the end of the road, looming over town: Cerro de los Siete Colores (Seven Colors Hill), with striated hues ranging from cream to green to a deep plum.

Salinas Grandes

You will travel down to the Large Salinas to admire the dazzling white landscape. Then, you will visit the salt workers and observe their handicrats, including the pools from which they extract salt. The white and shiny salt of Salinas Grandes, also known as the Great Salt Flat, has an inviting feel.

Salta - Return

We will return to your hotel at the end of the day.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Salta 2 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities

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. (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) (After office hours)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Salta, AR
Tour start
Salta, AR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Salta.

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