From Salta: Serranías del Hornocal and the hill of 14 colors
Description
We will begin the trip to the hill of 14 colors, also known as the Serranías del Hornocal. We will depart from the city of Salta to enter the province of Jujuy, where we will visit the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will pass through the town of Volcán, Purmamarca where we will find the majestic Cerro de los 7 Colores; Tilcara; Humahuaca, the largest town in the ravine; Uquía, a small town where the ancient paintings of the Arquebusier Angels reside; Huacalera, where we step on the imaginary cut of the Tropic of Capricorn and finally, La Paleta del Pintor in Maimará. Once you reach Uquía, you transfer to a 4x4 vehicle where the road to Hornocal will begin to enjoy those magnificent panoramic views. On the way back there is a stop in Humahuaca for 20 minutes. It is recommended to bring food for lunch since there is no time to stop at a restaurant in Humahuaca.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We leave from the city of Salta to San Salvador de Jujuy. We will have technical stops so that passengers can go to the bathroom or buy a snack.
Technical stop to take advantage and go to the bathroom and buy supplies.
We visit the hill of the 7 colors, one of the most characteristic towns of the Humahuaca ravine
Visit to the town of Tilcara, where the Pucará is located
Visit to the village church and the ceramics factory.
Once you arrive in Uquía, you transfer to a 4x4 vehicle where the road to Hornocal will begin to enjoy these magnificent panoramic views. On the return there is a stop in Humahuaca for 20 minutes. It is recommended to bring a lunch or something light for lunch since there is not time to stop at a restaurant in Humahuaca.
20 minutes in the town of Humahuaca to explore and visit before returning to Salta.
Photographic visit to the Palettes of the Painter
Photographic visit to the Tropic of Capricorn
Technical stop to take advantage and go to the bathroom and buy supplies.
We return to the city of Salta crossing the last of the Quebrada de Humahuaca and its landscapes. We have technical stops along the way in case you want to go to the bathroom, buy something to eat or drink.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
A day before each activity, the passengers will receive a message to inform them about the pick up schedule and destination. The search time is between 07:00 a.m. to 07:45 a.m. within a range of 15 blocks from Plaza 9 de Julio.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(100)
If you only go on one tour out of Salta, this is the one I would recommend. It’s well-organized, packed full of beautiful stops, and Santiago is an amazing guide who’s passionate about what he does (his driver, Juan, is also super cool!). My favorite tour of the trip! Also, for English speakers, Santiago’s English is very good, so you won’t have to worry about missing out on anything.
Muchas gracias por todo, saludos !
Excellent. I was enchanted, I missed places in Salta to explore, but I plan to return.
Muchas gracias por todo, saludos !
Good afternoon We could not carry out the excursion on the scheduled day because our arrival flight to Salta City was delayed. We informed the tour operator, and they told us that we could reschedule. We did, and they never came for us; they left us waiting at the hotel. We made the claim, and they told us that they had started the process for a refund and that Visto owes us the refund, but we have not received anything. For all the above reasons, we request a refund. We remain attentive, Alba R Vergara On Fri, May 8, 2026, at 2:05 a.m., Viator wrote: Here are the details… Go to Viator Confirmation of your reservation We have received your payment of COP 371,096.00, so your reservation is confirmed. You can access your ticket below for more details about your activity. Product page from Salta: Hornocal Hills and the Hill of 14 Colors From Salta: Hornocal Hills and the Hill of 14 Colors Confirmation number: 1773367583 Reservation reference number: 1390822157 Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. 2 adults Gran Hotel Presidente, Avenida Gral Manuel Belgrano 353 between Dean Funes and Pueyredon, Salta A4400AWB Argentina (ph: +54 387 431-2022) Get ticket Manage the reservation Contact the tour operator Important Information Amount paid: COP 371,096.00 Ticket information On your statement, "Viator/Tripadvisor/Owl Payments" will appear as the seller of this transaction. This email is your receipt. From Salta: Serranías del Hornocal and the Hill of 14 Colors: Mobile ticket accepted: print it or save it on your mobile device. Cancellation Policy: From Salta: Serranías del Hornocal and the Hill of 14 Colors: If you want a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the experience. Tour operator Buenos Aires 39, Salta, AR, 4400 laquebradasalta@gmail.com Do you have any questions or need assistance? • Who to contact if you have last-minute questions about the tour • How to make changes to your Viator reservation • How to contact the Customer Service team • How to request pickup from your hotel for the tour • How to reconfirm the tour, if necessary • How to obtain a receipt for your reservation(s) Viator Facebook X Instagram TikTok Go to Viator Privacy Policy Terms of Use Please do not reply directly to this email. This message was sent from an address that does not accept replies. To ask questions or receive assistance, please visit our Help Center. Viator, Inc., 400 First Ave, Needham, MA 02494 © Viator Inc. All rights reserved.
A comprehensive tour of several lovely towns throughout the Quebrada de Humahuaca with our informative bilingual tour guide, Jesi. We enjoyed seeing the artisanal crafts and the small museums in Purmamarca and Tilcara. The trip to Hornocal is something we will never forget - nature’s bargello! - and we managed to catch a small herd of vicuñas on the way down. Amazing.
Muchas gracias por todo, saludos !
Beautiful region, it is worth renting a car and spending 6/7 knowing the whole region
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The excursion from Salta is long but not to be missed. For us the best away. Hornocal is a beauty
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We had an amazing day. Our guide Fabio was amazing. He made the entire trip so entertaining and it felt more like a trip with family and friends than with a travel agent. He shared meaningful information. Would definitely recommend this trip. Obviously, the hills and everything else was breathtaking.
Muchas gracias por todo, saludos !
Hornucal is even better than the pics. Fabio is one of the best tour guides I’ve had. He took time to learn everyone’s name, he was engaging, and his English is really good.
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Ximena -an excellent guide, attention to detail, keeping us well informed in English. The scenery- magnificent and worth the many hrs and non luxury van ride
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The Andes are a very impressive experience, especially the many interesting Rock formations
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