Pucará Tours and Activities
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Pucará de Tilcara was a fortification from pre-Inca times that is located outside the village of Tilcara about an hour north of San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina. Its location on a hill was strategically chosen to be easily defensible and to have good views over a big portion of the gorge called Quebrada de Humahuaca. It is the only publicly accessible archaeological site in Quebrada de Humahuaca, and it was declared a national monument in 2000.
The town was originally built by the Omaguaca tribe who settled the area in the 12th century. The civilization thrived for several centuries. They built living quarters, corrals for animals, and sites for religious ceremonies here. However, in the late 15th century, they were conquered by the Incas. The site was rediscovered in 1908, and today visitors can see the ruins on the hill as well as artifacts in the town's archaeological museum.
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Quebrada de Humahuaca Day Trip from Salta Including Purmamarca
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Discover the unusual landscape of Quebrada de Humahuaca on this full-day excursion from Salta. Travel along an ancient Incan route through multicolored canyons to this gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Stop at small indigenous villages like Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara to view historical adobe churches and ruins. Visit San Salvador de Jujuy, a small city situated among the wooded lowlands, before returning to Salta on Route 9.
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Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara
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Explore the extraordinary landscapes and historic gems of Argentina’s wild northwest on this full-day tour from Salta. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Humahuaca gorge and the ‘Hill of Seven Colors; shop for handicrafts at Purmamarca market; visit the ancient ruins of Tilcara; and admire the legendary Arcabuceros Angels at Uquía Church.
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4 Days 4 full Excursions Promotion
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Save time by taking four excursions to the Argentine north in four days from Salta. You’ll visit the rock formations and wineries of Cafayate; the hills and mountains of Cachi; Humuhuaca and the Salinas Grandes. You’ll see a ton in a relatively short amount of time and won't have to worry about planning or transportation on a tight schedule. Plus, wine tastings are included.
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3 Days 3 Full Excursions Pack
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Book four excursions in three days in Salta to plan your vacation in advance. Full-day tours from Salta include Salinas Grandes, Humahuaca, and Cayafate. This tour pack allows you to get a comprehensive tour of the area without the need to rent a car; you can focus on the scenery instead of worrying about navigation and directions.
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Hornocal, 14 colors mountain, trough Humahuaca´s gorge
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Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world can be seen in one day on the excursion to Hornocal. The hill of the 14 colors, the entire Humahuaca gorge, visiting the Pucara de Tilcara and the 7-color hill in Purmamarca.
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Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca Gorge from Salta
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Immerse yourself in the landscape and culture of the Humahuaca Gorge region during this 13-hour excursion from Salta. Skip the hassle of renting a car with included round-trip transportation from your hotel. With your guide in the lead, visit highlights of the region including the Uquia Chapel, the town of Purmamarca, and Seven Colors Hill.
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Tolar Grande: the kingdom of the silence
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It is a trip where you will visit places that would otherwise take many more days to see.
Only 4 people maximum in the vehicle, it is an exclusive trip to enjoy remote places combining them with the most important tourist sites.
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Humahuaca Gorge and Iruya 2 Days Journey from Salta
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Setting out on a 2-day journey through mountainous Argentina may seem overwhelming, but it's a breeze with a guide in the lead and all details arranged ahead of time. Visit highlights of the Humahuaca Gorge, including the Iruya Village, dating to the seventh century, as well as Uquia, Tilcara, and Purmamarca. Learn about the history, culture, and traditions of each location through your guide's in-depth commentary.
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3-Day Quebrada de Humahuaca from Salta
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A wide ranging private, tailor-made tour of the best landscape and culture the far north of Argentina has to offer.
We’ll explore the multi-colored Quebrada de Humahuaca, famous for its Seven Colored Hill and rich in history from Pre-Inca to colonial times.
The intrepid among you may also want to brave the high altitude 14 Coloured Hill of Hornocal, at 4,440m above sea level.
We will stroll around the historic town of Humahuaca, much more indigenous in feel than cosmopolitan Salta, and also visit Jujuy's capital city, San Salvador.
Then we’ll cross the outer mountain range of the Andes into the Altiplano and the wide open plains of the Salinas Grandes salt flats, with their stunning view of the mountains.
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4-Day Trip to Salta by Air from Buenos Aires
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Discover the unique charm of Salta during this 3-night excursion from Buenos Aires. Explore the city's colonial architecture and scenic surrounding countryside. Take a comprehensive tour of the city to learn about its history and culture. Set out for Humahuaca and Cafayate, nearby destinations known for their stunning landscapes, including the Seven Colors Hill. Round-trip airfare, nightly accommodation, and daily breakfasts are included.
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Day Trip Discover Humahuaca Valley from Salta
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Absorb the spectral landscapes of the UNESCO-listed Quebrada de Humahuaca on a full-day tour from Salta. Alongside an expert guide, travel through the scenic Argentinian countryside to Purmamarca Village, an indigenous town home to the majestic Seven Colored Hill. Travel back in time in Pucará’s Archeological Museum; marvel at the ancient religious paintings in Uquía Church; and gaze at the golden statues inside the Cathedral of Maimara.
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Full Day Excursion to Quebrada de Humahuaca from Salta
UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.
Enjoy the incredible landscapes of the Argentine Northwest.
Learn about regional culture and traditions.
Visit the craft market in Purmamarca.
Incredible views of Cerro de Seven Colors and Cerro "Paleta del Pintor" will add an unforgettable memory to your trip.
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6 days in Jujuy and Salta: From North to Full South
With this 6-day package in the provinces of Salta and Jujuy, you can enjoy the natural wonders of Northern Argentina.
Salta and Jujuy are the ideal destinations to enjoy unique views and scenes of this region of the country, desert and arid, in its small towns full of unique charm, surrounded by incredible valleys and mountains.
This package includes accommodation, excursions and transfers.
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- Humahuaca Ravine (Quebrada de Humahuaca)
- Purmamarca
- Great Salt Flats (Salinas Grandes)
- San Salvador de Jujuy
- San Antonio de los Cobres
- Tin Tin Straight Line (Recta de Tin Tin)
- San Lorenzo
- Cathedral of Salta
- San Bernardo Convent
- Cultural Center of the Americas (Centro Cultural America)
- Historical Museum of the North (Museo Historico del Norte)
- San Francisco Church
- San Bernardo Hill (Cerro San Bernardo)
- Train to the Clouds (Tren a las Nubes)
- Toro Gorge (Quebrada del Toro)