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Excursion to Iruya Nature and Culture and Gastronomy

By DESTINO SALTA
Free cancellation available
Price is $154 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h 45m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Departure: 7 : 00 am | Duration: 12 hs

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Transfer to/from your hotel.

Guide and specialized transportation.

Stops in Yacoraite, Iturbe and Abra del Condor (4,000 meters above sea level).

Viewing in Mirador Hornaditas and visit Iruya.

DESCRIPTION Visit the village that “hangs on the mountain”! We will travel to Iruya through epic landscapes. Along the way, we will meet Yacoraite and its colorful hills, climbing to the Abra del Condor at 4,000 meters above sea level to enjoy unique panoramic views.

After trying to spot condors in Hornaditas, we will reach Iruya. You will walk through its famous cobblestone streets and adobe houses that retain their colonial mystique. A destination where time stands still and Andean culture is felt in every corner. An unforgettable experience in the heart of Salta!

Activity location
  • Iruya
    • Iruya, Salta Province, Argentina
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Iruya
    • Iruya, Salta Province, Argentina

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Excursion to Iruya Nature and Culture and Gastronomy
  • Activity duration is 14 hours and 45 minutes14h 45m
    14h 45m
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00AM
Price details
$154.00 x 1 Adult$154.00

Total
Price is $154.00
Until Sat, Feb 28

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Bottled water

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Iruya
  • 2h
Iruya : A Journey Above the Clouds Join us for an enchanting adventure to Iruya, a hidden treasure in the Argentine Northwest. We’ll start with the scenic beauty of Yacoraite, where local traditions and landscapes blend perfectly. We then ascend to the majestic Abra del Condor at 4,000 meters high for breathtaking panoramas. We also visit the Hornaditas Lookout, the perfect spot to witness the Andean Condor soaring in its natural habitat. In Iruya, time stands still. Explore its narrow cobblestone streets and white colonial buildings that preserve a historic soul. Enjoy the village's peace, connect with the hospitality of its people, and savor authentic Andean gastronomy. This transformative journey concludes with a scenic return to Salta, leaving you with memories of a lifetime. Discover the mystery and charm of Iruya!
Purmamarca
  • 30m
Purmamarca, an ancient village nestled at the base of the legendary Hill of Seven Colors, is undoubtedly the most picturesque gem of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Its traditional adobe houses and quiet dirt streets feel like a peaceful step back in time. The hill itself is a breathtaking natural wonder; its vibrant, multicolored layers reveal millions of years of geological history, creating a stunning backdrop that changes its hues with the morning light. The experience goes beyond the views. You can wander through the "Paseo de los Coloradales," a winding trail that offers intimate perspectives of the red-rock formations, or explore the bustling craft market in the main square. Here, under the shadow of a centuries-old carob tree and the historic colonial church, you can find exquisite hand-woven textiles and authentic pottery. It is a place where the silence of the mountains meets the vibrant soul of Andean traditions, offering a profound connection with the heart of Northern Argentina
Huacalera
  • 15m
Geological Landscapes and Natural Contrast Continuing the tour of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, we will make an essential stop in Huacalera. This picturesque corner is famous for hosting the “Coya Pollera”, a formation of hills whose grains of colors and whimsical shapes mimic the movement of traditional skirts of Andean women. In addition to its visual richness, Huacalera is the perfect setting to witness the transition of vegetation : a natural phenomenon where the desert landscape begins to mix with greener and more fertile nuances, offering a unique perspective of Jewish biodiversity as we ascend in height
Iturbe
  • 20m
Iturbe and the Ascent to the Condor Open We begin one of the most exciting stages of the tour through the picturesque village of Iturbe. This quiet Andean corner, with its adobe streets and nostalgic atmosphere, welcomes us before starting the ascent towards the clouds. From Iturbe, the road takes us to live a total height experience until we reach the Apacheta Abra del Condor, the peak of our expedition at 4,000 meters above sea level. Here, on the natural boundary between Jujuy and Salta, we will stop to admire the vastness of the Andes and participate in the ancestral rite of the "apacheta" (stone offering), surrounded by absolute silence and panoramic views that will leave you breathless.
Humahuaca
  • 2h
The Cultural Heart of the Andes Discover the historic city of Humahuaca, the soul of the Quebrada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This vibrant destination invites you to get lost among its picturesque cobblestone streets and adobe houses, where Andean culture is felt in every corner. The central point of the visit is the imposing Independence Monument, which offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the valley. Don’t miss the Cabildo, where every noon the figure of San Francisco comes out to bless the people, a moment full of tradition and faith. In addition, you can tour its artisan market, full of flame textiles and local ceramics, as you surround yourself with the multicolored hills that guard the city. Humahuaca is undoubtedly an authentic experience that combines colonial history, regional flavors and a deep spiritual connection to the land.
Uquia
  • 15m
Colonial History and Andean Geology Discover Huacalera, treasure of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Admire the striking “Coya Pollera”, a formation whose sediments and natural folds faithfully mimic Andean clothing, creating an unrivalled photographic spot. Along the way, you’ll see a unique vegetation transition, where the high-altitude desert landscape mixes with greens that reveal the biodiversity of the Jujueño valleys. Huacalera also has a deep mystical charge: there you can cross the Tropic of Capricorn and visit the historic Church of the Immaculate Conception. This 17th-century gem safeguards Cusco art, offering an atmosphere of peace that combines geographical landmarks, faith and landscapes that seem hand-painted
Tropico de Capricornio
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Landmark of the Tropic of Capricorn in Huacalera Located on the edge of Route 9, this imposing monolith marks the exact point where it crosses the imaginary line of the Tropic of Capricorn. It is a site of great astronomical and cultural importance, where every June 21st the Inti Raymi (Fiesta del Sol) is celebrated. It is the perfect stop to capture a unique photo crossing the tropics, surrounded by multicolored hills and the mystical energy that characterizes the Quebrada de Humahuaca
Las Paletas Del Pintor
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
The Natural Canvas of Maimará When you arrive in the picturesque village of Maimará, you will find one of the most impressive geological spectacles of the Quebrada de Humahuaca: the Palette of the Painter. This imposing set of hills owes its name to its extraordinary grains of colors, where the oxidation of minerals has created natural brushstrokes of ochre, yellow, red and orange tones on the mountainside. This landscape, declared a World Heritage Site, offers its best version in the evening sunlight, which intensifies its nuances and creates perfect contrasts for photography. To contemplate the Painter’s Palette from the route is to connect with the force of Andean nature and understand why this corner of Jujuy is an inexhaustible source of inspiration for artists from all over the world.

Location

Activity location
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    Iruya
    • Iruya, Salta Province, Argentina
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Iruya
    • Iruya, Salta Province, Argentina

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