Iruya Trip

Explore the high valleys of northern Argentina when you take this trip from Purmamarca. You'll visit the town of Iruya along the way.

Iruya Trip

At the indicated time, we'll leave from your hotel in Purmamarca and head to the high-altitude valleys of northern Argentina. We'll travel around 2.5 miles through a transitional environment between the desert and the Argentinean jungle. This area has complex geography and abundant resources. Along the way, we'll discuss how ancient inhabitants harvested food on terraces that collected water from the mountains.

After this overview of the original cultivation system, we'll proceed to the town of Iruya. You'll explore its steep stone streets and discover its features. We'll visit the historic centre and the parish church, located on a hill with views of the entire town. From the Mirador del Cóndor viewpoint, we'll enjoy the valley vistas.

At the end of the Iruya tour, you'll have one hour to experience the local gastronomy. After lunch, we'll return to your hotel in Purmamarca, arriving eight hours after the start time.