Humahuaca and Purmamarca Cultural Tour: UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Pucará, and Historic Villages

WHAT IS INCLUDED AND WHAT IS NOT INCLUDEDWhat's Included:Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle (maximum capacity of 23 passengers).Pickup service from central hotels (within a 15-block radius of Plaza 9 de Julio / agency).Professional, certified bilingual guide (Spanish and English).Passenger assistance insurance during the tour.Guided panoramic tour of the towns of Purmamarca, Tilcara, Uquía, Maimará, Huacalera, and Humahuaca.All taxes and tolls.What is NOT Included:Lunch and other meals.Beverages.Admission to museums and historic sites (e.g., entrance to the ruins of Pucará de Tilcara).Tips for the driver and tour guides.Professional photos and personal expenses.SCHEDULETotal Duration: 11 to 12 hours (total distance of approximately 520 km).Pickup Time: Between 7:00 a.m. and 7:45 a.m.Return Time: Return to Salta scheduled between 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.ITINERARYMorning departure from Salta via the General Güemes highway toward San Salvador de Jujuy.Volcán: Quick rest stop (15 minutes) for restroom breaks and purchasing snacks.Purmamarca: 40-minute stop for photos and to admire the majestic Cerro de los Siete Colores and visit the craft market.Tilcara: 40-minute stop to explore the village and see the Pucará.Maimará: Photo stop (20 minutes) in front of the multicolored hillside known as the Paleta del Pintor.Huacalera: Photo stop (20 minutes) at the sundial marking the Tropic of Capricorn.Uquía: A 30-minute stop to visit the historic 17th-century chapel and local pottery workshops.Humahuaca: 2 hours of free time in the heart of the Quebrada to enjoy traditional lunch dishes, stroll through the cobblestone streets, and visit the Monument to Independence and the Cathedral.Panoramic return trip with rest stops and drop-off in Salta.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONMeeting Point: The pickup service is available for hotels within a 15-block radius of Plaza 9 de Julio. For accommodations outside this central radius, the meeting point is at 39 Buenos Aires Street, Salta.Altitude: The tour reaches a maximum altitude of 3,012 meters along the route (the town of Humahuaca is at 2,940 meters above sea level). We recommend eating a light meal the night before, staying well-hydrated, and using sunscreen.Accessibility: This activity is not wheelchair-accessible due to the stone sidewalks and uneven terrain in the villages.Weather Conditions: As this is a mountain route, the tour requires safe weather conditions. In the event of road closures or force majeure due to weather, a rescheduling or full refund will be offered.CHILDREN’S POLICYThe tour is open to all ages (0 to 99 years old).Young children and infants must sit on the lap of a parent or legal guardian during the trip.Check for reduced rates for minors at the time of booking.CANCELLATION POLICYFree cancellation with a full refund for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or failure to show up for boarding (no-show): no refunds will be issued.