North End of Route 40
Overview
This tour is special because it allows you to appreciate unique landscapes very close to the Andes mountain range. It also allows you to visit the original communities in the Andes of Argentina, learn about their way of life and share their experiences. Historical towns with chapels from the 17th and 18th centuries will also be observed.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Guided
- 3 nights accommodation
- Accommodation included: 3 nights
- Entry/Admission - Salinas Grandes
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: San Salvador de Jujuy - Santa Catalina
Stop At: Quebrada de Humahuaca, Rio Grande Purmamarca Village, Humahuaca Argentina
We will cross the Quebrada de Humahuaca observing hills of colors and historic towns.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: La Quiaca, La Quiaca, Province of Jujuy, Northern Argentina
Border border between argentrina and Bolivia.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Santa Catalina, Jujuy, Argentina
The Santa Catalina chapel of Siena of the 18th century will be observed. They can sit on the Lovers' balcony, watching beautiful panoramic views of the town and the river.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at Hostería Don Clemente in Santa Catalina.
Day 2: Santa Catalina - Cusi Cusi
Stop At: Cabreria, Bolivia
Visit to the Farallón of the town of Cabrería, near the border with Bolivia.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Paicone, Argentina
There will be a boxed ravine, with cardones and forests of queñoas, we will pass through the river bed, with imposing walls. Oasis in the landscape of the Puna.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Valle de la Luna, Ruta Nacional 40, Santa Catalina Argentina
Colored hills will be seen in the middle of a lunar landscape. Better known as Mars Valley.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at Hostería "El Rincón de Cusi Cusi".
Day 3: Cusi Cusi - Susques
Stop At: Coranzuli, Jujuy, Argentina
Colored hills, town of colonial architecture. landscape product of volcanic eruptions in the mountain range.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Orosmayo, Jujuy, Argentina
Broken with geological formations and colors. landscape of volcanic origin. Snowy Hills: granada hill, Ramada Hill. a pre-Hispanic chulpa will be observed in a place known as Abra de Lagunas.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina Pirquitas, Jujuy, Argentina
A mining complex that extracts lead, silver and copper will be observed.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at Hostería La Vkicuñita in Susques.
Day 4: Susques - San Salvador de Jujuy
Stop At: Capilla Nuestra Senora de Belen, Avenida San Martin 100, Susques Y4642ARA Argentina
Visit to the oldest chapel in northern Argentina, late 16th century. Wall paintings will be observed.
Visit to the San Roque Oratory, located in the local cemetery.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Espejo, San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina
A reserve of rock art with petroglyphs and paintings made before the arrival of the Spaniards will be observed. Visit the path of the Stone Map.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Salinas Grandes, 4600 Argentina
Visit to the Salinas Grandes. A salt mine located 8 km from the route will be observed. The salineros will show us the salt extraction work. Visit to an eye of water in the middle of the salt flats. This experience is accompanied by a local guide.
Duration: 20 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: San Salvador de Jujuy - Santa Catalina
Stop At: Quebrada de Humahuaca, Rio Grande Purmamarca Village, Humahuaca Argentina
We will cross the Quebrada de Humahuaca observing hills of colors and historic towns.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: La Quiaca, La Quiaca, Province of Jujuy, Northern Argentina
Border border between argentrina and Bolivia.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Santa Catalina, Jujuy, Argentina
The Santa Catalina chapel of Siena of the 18th century will be observed. They can sit on the Lovers' balcony, watching beautiful panoramic views of the town and the river.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at Hostería Don Clemente in Santa Catalina.
Day 2: Santa Catalina - Cusi Cusi
Stop At: Cabreria, Bolivia
Visit to the Farallón of the town of Cabrería, near the border with Bolivia.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Paicone, Argentina
There will be a boxed ravine, with cardones and forests of queñoas, we will pass through the river bed, with imposing walls. Oasis in the landscape of the Puna.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Valle de la Luna, Ruta Nacional 40, Santa Catalina Argentina
Colored hills will be seen in the middle of a lunar landscape. Better known as Mars Valley.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at Hostería "El Rincón de Cusi Cusi".
Day 3: Cusi Cusi - Susques
Stop At: Coranzuli, Jujuy, Argentina
Colored hills, town of colonial architecture. landscape product of volcanic eruptions in the mountain range.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Orosmayo, Jujuy, Argentina
Broken with geological formations and colors. landscape of volcanic origin. Snowy Hills: granada hill, Ramada Hill. a pre-Hispanic chulpa will be observed in a place known as Abra de Lagunas.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina Pirquitas, Jujuy, Argentina
A mining complex that extracts lead, silver and copper will be observed.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Night at Hostería La Vkicuñita in Susques.
Day 4: Susques - San Salvador de Jujuy
Stop At: Capilla Nuestra Senora de Belen, Avenida San Martin 100, Susques Y4642ARA Argentina
Visit to the oldest chapel in northern Argentina, late 16th century. Wall paintings will be observed.
Visit to the San Roque Oratory, located in the local cemetery.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Espejo, San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina
A reserve of rock art with petroglyphs and paintings made before the arrival of the Spaniards will be observed. Visit the path of the Stone Map.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Salinas Grandes, 4600 Argentina
Visit to the Salinas Grandes. A salt mine located 8 km from the route will be observed. The salineros will show us the salt extraction work. Visit to an eye of water in the middle of the salt flats. This experience is accompanied by a local guide.
Duration: 20 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.