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Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca

Jujuy · Argentina

Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca

Villages of the Quebrada, Jujuy history and mountain landscapes between Purmamarca, Tilcara and Humahuaca.

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In the photo: Mirador de la Serranía de Hornocal

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Get to know the place

A region to enjoy
at your own pace.

San Salvador de Jujuy has the regional access airport and a historic center organized around Plaza Belgrano. The cathedral, the Cabildo and the Casa de Gobierno tell parts of the province's history. Museums and Parque Xibi Xibi allow visitors to get to know the capital before heading to the mountains.

Purmamarca sits next to the Cerro de los Siete Colores. The Paseo de los Colorados shows another face of the rock layers, while the church brings visitors closer to adobe architecture. Along Ruta Nacional 52, the town also serves as a starting point for excursions to the Salinas Grandes.

Tilcara combines the Pucará and the botanical garden with museums in the center. Humahuaca concentrates its historic ensemble around the church, the Cabildo and the stairway of the Monumento a los Héroes de la Independencia. The road to the Hornocal viewpoint adds a higher-altitude visit to the itinerary.

Road distances and altitude changes affect the pace. From April to November it generally rains less; between December and March rains are more frequent and routes should be planned according to local conditions.

This destination brings together 6 cities: San Salvador de Jujuy, Purmamarca, Tilcara, Humahuaca, Maimará, Uquía.

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One destination, many paths

The cities on this trip

Start with one city or combine several in your itinerary.

Where Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca is
San Salvador de JujuyPurmamarcaTilcaraHumahuacaMaimaráUquía

Fuente: Instituto Geográfico Nacional de la República Argentina (IGN), contornos de 2019. Adaptação do Cidade Turismo.

How to get there: Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca

✈ Aeropuerto Internacional Gobernador Horacio Guzmán (JUJ), in Perico · 33 km to San Salvador de Jujuy

JUJ airport is in Perico, about 33 km from San Salvador. Via Ruta Nacional 9, head north to the Quebrada; Purmamarca also uses Ruta Nacional 52. Check the connecting airports before booking your ticket.

Suggested arrival point: San Salvador de Jujuy

The local experience

Things to do in Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca

Cerro de los Siete Colores
Purmamarca · Jujuy · Natural landscape

Cerro de los Siete Colores

Formation of colorful layers beside Purmamarca, seen from the town's streets and nearby viewpoints.

Monumento a los Héroes de la Independencia
Humahuaca · Jujuy · Monument

Monumento a los Héroes de la Independencia

Sculptural ensemble by Ernesto Soto Avendaño at the top of the central stairway of Humahuaca.

Plaza Belgrano
San Salvador de Jujuy · Jujuy · Square

Plaza Belgrano

Central square of San Salvador de Jujuy, with a monument to Manuel Belgrano and historic buildings around it.

Pucará de Tilcara
Tilcara · Jujuy · Archaeological site

Pucará de Tilcara

Traces and reconstructed sectors of a pre‑Hispanic settlement on an elevation near Tilcara.

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Catedral Basílica del Santísimo Salvador
San Salvador de Jujuy · Jujuy · Church

Catedral Basílica del Santísimo Salvador

Colonial temple facing Plaza Belgrano, known for its carved wooden pulpit and its current religious use.

Garganta del Diablo
Tilcara · Jujuy · Canyon

Garganta del Diablo

Canyon of the Huasamayo River, on the outskirts of Tilcara, with a mountain trail and a visiting section beside the water.

Iglesia Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y San Antonio
Humahuaca · Jujuy · Church

Iglesia Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y San Antonio

Catedral de Humahuaca next to the central square, with colonial architecture and a collection of religious paintings.

Paseo de los Colorados
Purmamarca · Jujuy · Trail

Paseo de los Colorados

Dirt circuit on the outskirts of Purmamarca, among reddish formations behind the Cerro de los Siete Colores.

Cabildo de Humahuaca
Humahuaca · Jujuy · Historic heritage

Cabildo de Humahuaca

Municipal building with a tower and historic façade in the center of Humahuaca, near the cathedral.

Cabildo de Jujuy
San Salvador de Jujuy · Jujuy · Museum

Cabildo de Jujuy

Historic building next to Plaza Belgrano, with a museum dedicated to the formation and history of the province.

Iglesia Santa Rosa de Lima
Purmamarca · Jujuy · Church

Iglesia Santa Rosa de Lima

Church next to Purmamarca's plaza, with adobe walls and religious paintings from the colonial period.

Museo Arqueológico Dr. Eduardo Casanova
Tilcara · Jujuy · Museum

Museo Arqueológico Dr. Eduardo Casanova

University museum in Tilcara, with an archaeological collection that helps interpret the occupation of the Quebrada.

Casa de Gobierno de Jujuy
San Salvador de Jujuy · Jujuy · Historic heritage

Casa de Gobierno de Jujuy

Palace facing Plaza Belgrano, with the Salón de la Bandera and spaces dedicated to the Bandera de la Libertad Civil.

Mirador de la Serranía de Hornocal
Humahuaca · Jujuy · Observation deck

Mirador de la Serranía de Hornocal

Mountain observation point on the outskirts of Humahuaca, facing the chevron-layered strata of the Serranía de Hornocal.

Museo Nacional Terry
Tilcara · Jujuy · Museum

Museo Nacional Terry

House and studio of José Antonio Terry in Tilcara, with paintings and spaces that preserve the artist's memory.

Salinas Grandes
Purmamarca · Jujuy · Natural landscape

Salinas Grandes

Salt plain in the Puna, reached from Purmamarca via Ruta Nacional 52 and the Cuesta de Lipán.

Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Rosario y San Francisco de Asís
Tilcara · Jujuy · Church

Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Rosario y San Francisco de Asís

Tilcara's central temple, with a light façade and towers facing the town's circulation spaces.

Museo Histórico Provincial Juan Galo Lavalle
San Salvador de Jujuy · Jujuy · Museum

Museo Histórico Provincial Juan Galo Lavalle

Historic house in the center of San Salvador, with rooms covering different periods of Jujuy's history.

Jardín Botánico de Altura
Tilcara · Jujuy · Botanical garden

Jardín Botánico de Altura

Garden next to the access to the Pucará de Tilcara, with plants from the Quebrada and the Puna in beds bordered by stones.

Parque Xibi Xibi
San Salvador de Jujuy · Jujuy · Park

Parque Xibi Xibi

Linear park along the Xibi Xibi River, with paths, bike lanes, and the Las Lavanderas amphitheater.

Before you go

Practical information

A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.

When to go

From April to November it usually rains less in the Quebrada. Between June and August nights can be cold even after mild days. From December to March rains are more frequent. Warm clothing and sun protection should be part of your luggage in any month.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

How many days to stay

Plan five to seven days: one in San Salvador, one or two in Purmamarca, two in Tilcara and one or two in Humahuaca. Allocate separate outings for the Salinas Grandes and the Hornocal. The hike to Tilcara's Garganta del Diablo also requires a period separate from urban visits.

Which city to stay in

In San Salvador, the center near Plaza Belgrano makes museums and dining convenient. Purmamarca offers a compact base for walking and trips to the salares. Tilcara allows alternating archaeology, museums and road excursions. In Humahuaca, staying close to the central squares reduces travel for the historic itinerary; the trip to Hornocal requires transport.

Respect the place

Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.

Get your questions answered

Frequently asked questions about Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca

How many days to dedicate to the four cities?

Five to seven days allow you to split bases and reserve separate outings for the Salinas Grandes and Hornocal, without concentrating all travel in a single day.

Do I need to rent a car to visit the Quebrada?

Buses connect the towns, and transfers can cover specific outings. A car adds flexibility but requires planning for uphill roads and dirt sections.

Which season usually has less rain?

From April to November it usually rains less. Between December and March rains can affect hikes and road access.

Should I consider altitude in the itinerary?

Yes. The Quebrada and the outings to the salar and to Hornocal have different altitudes. Spread ascents throughout the trip, take breaks and don't rush the hikes.

Routes in Argentina

Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca is on the Quebrada de Humahuaca

From San Salvador de Jujuy to Humahuaca via RN9, with the branch to Purmamarca and stops at Maimará, Tilcara and Uquía.

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