Salta: Quebrada de Humahuaca and San Pedro de Atacama

Two-Day Salta to San Pedro de Atacama Tour

This two-day guided tour travels from Salta, Argentina to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, ideal for travelers seeking cultural and natural landscapes.

Highlights

• Explore Northern Argentina and cross into Chile’s Atacama Desert
• Travel from Salta through the Quebrada de Humahuaca and its World Heritage landscapes
• Visit Tilcara, Hornocal “Hill of 14 Colors,” Maimará, and Purmamarca
• Professional bilingual (Spanish/English) tour guide

Description

The journey starts early in Salta with a comfortable vehicle traveling through the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Pass from lush valley vegetation to the region’s colorful, arid hills recognized by UNESCO.

The first stop is Tilcara, where you can explore cobblestone streets and the historic square. Next, visit Hornocal, the 'Hill of 14 Colors,' known for its vibrant geological formations intensified by sunlight, providing excellent photo opportunities.

Before overnighting, a brief stop in Maimará offers views of Cerro Paleta del Pintor, a mountain with multicolored layers highlighted by sunset light. You will then arrive in Purmamarca, famous for the Cerro de los Siete Colores, where you stay overnight in comfortable lodging.

On day two, depart early toward the Chilean border and San Pedro de Atacama. Along the route, stop at Salinas Grandes salt flats to experience the vast white expanse and capture photos. Continue through the desert landscape to San Pedro, where drop-off at your accommodation completes the trip.

Note: At the border crossing, you will transfer to a Chilean vehicle.

Includes

• Transportation with driver
• Insurance and satellite monitoring
• Water and refreshments during the trip
• Lunch on the second day
• Entrance fees to sites visited
• Accommodation in Purmamarca
• Assistance at the border crossing

Excludes

• Lunch on the first day
• Dinner
• Extras not specified

Important Information

• Bookings must be made at least 72 hours before departure
• Crossing the border with plant-based food is prohibited

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available if canceled at least 24 hours before departure.

For best experience, book early and bring comfortable clothing, sun protection, and a camera. The route is best traveled in the dry season to maximize accessibility and landscape visibility.