Explore Cachi’s colonial charm and Salinas Grandes’ stunning salt flats. Discover natural wonders and vibrant crafts in this two-day Salta adventure.
Explore Cachi’s colonial charm and Salinas Grandes’ stunning salt flats. Discover natural wonders and vibrant crafts in this two-day Salta adventure.
Cachi
Valle de Lerma - We leave Salta through the Lerma Valley towards the south of the province until we reach the town of El Carril to turn west and begin heading towards the Quebrada del Escoipe and the first dream landscapes. We have technical stops along the way so passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack.
Cuesta del Obispo -…
Cachi
Valle de Lerma - We leave Salta through the Lerma Valley towards the south of the province until we reach the town of El Carril to turn west and begin heading towards the Quebrada del Escoipe and the first dream landscapes. We have technical stops along the way so passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack.
Cuesta del Obispo - Imposing Cuesta del Obispo and Valle Encantado, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.s.n.m.) you cross Los Cardones National Park.
Parque Nacional Los Cardones - Leaving the fertile Valley of Lerma behind, you ascend the Quebrada de Escoipe and then continue along the imposing Cuesta del Obispo and Valle Encantado, surrounded by mountains. After Piedra del Molino (3,400 m.s.n.m.) you cross Los Cardones National Park.
Valle Encantado - Visit grocers and pass through the town where peppers are dried on the side of the road.
Cachi - We arrive at noon at the colonial town of Cachi and we will have 2 hours free to have lunch and tour this unique town in northern Argentina. Its cobbled streets with its adobe and cobblestone houses allow you to witness a place left in time, which maintains its primordial essence. In these 2 free hours, you can tour these 10 blocks by 10 blocks that the town offers and try its gastronomic variety native to the region. Then we meet again with the guide to begin the return to Salta.
Valle de Lerma - Before arriving in the city of Salta we make a technical stop in Chicoana or El Carril to buy a snack or go to the bathroom.
Salinas Grandes
Salta - We will leave from the city of Salta, leaving through the central access of the city, taking the RN 9 and then entering the municipality of General Güemes, through the RN 34. Later we enter the province of Jujuy, where we will have the opportunity to know a little piece of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, passing through picturesque towns such as Yala, Volcán (technical stop) and Purmamarca where we will find the majestic Cerro de los 7 Colores
Quebrada de Humahuaca - We make a small technical stop so that passengers can go to the bathroom or buy some type of snack.
Purmamarca - First stop in the town of Purmamarca to have a panoramic photo from the route, in front of the town, since the position of the sun in the morning radically changes its colors. In this first stop we will be approximately 20 minutes.
Cuesta de Lipan - We enter the incredible Cuesta de Lipán, where we will take 4,170 meters above sea level and we will be able to appreciate its spectacular flora and fauna. It is a winding high mountain road, majestic with its green and brown colors showing us the beautiful landscapes of the puna.
Salinas Grandes - We arrive at the third largest salt flat in Latin America where we will be between 45 minutes to 1 hour free, to be able to tour the salt pools, sculptures, salt restaurant and take incredible photos in this huge salt flat in northern Argentina.
Purmamarca - We return to Purmamarca and they will be able to enjoy 2 free hours to tour the beautiful town and have lunch. Imposing hill of 7 colors nestled in the heart of town with its narrow, cobbled streets and adobe and mud houses.
Salta - We return to the city of Salta crossing the last of the Quebrada de Humahuaca and its landscapes. We have technical stops along the way in case you want to go to the bathroom, buy something to eat or drink.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance to Los Cardones National Park
- All fees and/or taxes
- Visit to Purmamarca, La Cuesta de LÃpan, and Salinas Grandes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance to Los Cardones National Park
- All fees and/or taxes
- Visit to Purmamarca, La Cuesta de LÃpan, and Salinas Grandes
- Lunch
- Lunch
On the journey to Cachi, travelers will explore the Quebrada de Escoipe and the impressive Cuesta del Obispo. After visiting La Piedra del Molino, the route continues through the Los Cardones National Park. The charming town of Cachi, nestled at the base of its namesake snow-capped mountain, is renowned for its colonial-style architecture, with grand…
On the journey to Cachi, travelers will explore the Quebrada de Escoipe and the impressive Cuesta del Obispo. After visiting La Piedra del Molino, the route continues through the Los Cardones National Park. The charming town of Cachi, nestled at the base of its namesake snow-capped mountain, is renowned for its colonial-style architecture, with grand homes lining its narrow, cobblestone streets.
The Salinas Grandes tour from Salta offers the chance to discover fascinating sites. Visitors can admire the Cerro de los Siete Colores, capture memorable photos at the stunning white salt flats of Salinas Grandes, and purchase unique souvenirs at the renowned Purmamarca crafts market. Be amazed by the natural beauty and explore the vibrant crafts at the Purmamarca market during this excursion.
IMPORTANT NOTE: ENTRY TO THE SALINAS GRANDES IS NOT INCLUDED AND MUST BE PAID TO LOCAL RESIDENTS. APPROXIMATELY 5,000 ARGENTINE PESOS.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.