Day Trip to Iruya

Make your way through the most iconic villages in northern Argentina on this day trip to Iruya!

Description

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Salta to begin our day trip to Iruya, a picturesque village in northern Argentina.

First, we'll visit the town of General Güemes, from where we'll take the highway into the province of Jujuy and the Quebrada de Humahuaca. This route is the sole passage to reach Iruya.

During our journey, we'll stop at several towns, including Purmamarca, Tilcara, and Humahuaca. We'll guide you to the best spots for photography, such as Maimará and the intersection of the Tropic of Capricorn.

We'll then pass through Iturbe and take a winding road to the Abra del Condor, the highest point at 4,000 meters (13,123 feet) above sea level.

Afterward, we'll descend 1,220 meters (4,000 feet) to arrive at Iruya, which was founded in 1753 and relies on agriculture.

In Iruya, you'll have two hours of free time to enjoy a meal and explore. We recommend visiting the church, the central square, and the viewpoints La Cruz and El Condor.

After 13 hours, we'll return you to your hotel in Salta to conclude the day.