Overview
Enjoy a full-day tour with a professional guide by air-conditioned coach. Experience the ‘Salinas Grandes’, a magical collection of salt flats in Northwest Argentina, during this 13-hour day trip from Salta. Explore some of the area’s picturesque small towns before reaching this surreal landmark, an area where a landscape of shiny-white salt seems to extend to the horizon. You’ll also stop by the village of Purmamarca on your way back to Salta.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional guide
In-vehicle air conditioning
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Consult your doctor for heights over 4200 masl
• A small amount of walking is involved
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• Comfortable dress code is recommended
We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sun from 9 to 18 Hs)
EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
What to expect
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Salta
Start with a pick up from your centrally-located Salta hotel around 7 am.
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Ruins of Tastil
5 hours
You'll leave the city heading towards the Tastil Ruins and arrive in San Antonio de Los Cobres, a small village in the Puna region, where you'll stop to have lunch and explore.
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San Antonio de los Cobres
5 hours
At this place we will make a stop to have lunch (it´s not included).
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Salinas Grandes
3 hours
Continue the trip along the famous scenic Route No 40, crossing one of the most scenic desert regions in Argentina, before arriving at Salinas Grandes (The Great Salt Flat). The immensity of the area and the white, shiny, salt invites you to relax and take good pictures.
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San Salvador de Jujuy
4 hours
After exploring the salt flats, continue down the Lipán Cliff and finally arrive at Purmamarca, one of the typical towns of Humahuaca Gorge, offering incredible views of the Seven Colours Hill.
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Salta
4 hours
After a brief visit to San Salvador de Jujuy, you'll return to Salta at 8PM.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Argentina/Salta).
Additional Information
- Comfortable clothes are recommended
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta
Can I cancel Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 13 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ruins of Tastil, San Antonio de los Cobres, Salinas Grandes, San Salvador de Jujuy.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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