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Home/Argentina/Northwest Argentina/Salta/Pucará de Tilcara

Explore Pucará de Tilcara: Ancient Ruins & Culture

Step back in time at the Pucará de Tilcara, a breathtaking archaeological marvel nestled in the heart of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. Discover the profound history of pre-Inca civilizations through immersive sightseeing tours and cultural experiences. As a must-visit historical landmark in Tilcara, this site offers incredible views and a deep connection to Andean heritage. Whether you are exploring ancient stone ruins or enjoying a guided nature tour, our expertly curated excursions ensure an unforgettable journey. Book your adventure today to witness one of Argentina's most iconic cultural treasures and experience the magic of the Andes firsthand.

4.2/5 avg ratingTours from $35.795 top-rated experiencesFree cancellation included

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$43–$101 typical

Full price range: $36–$140

Rating

Rating

4.23★ average

Based on 456 pooled reviews

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

12 hrs–2 days

Median duration is 13 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural Sightseeing

100% of options are group sightseeing tours

Booking Info

Booking Info

Free cancellation

100% of tours offer free cancellation and instant confirmation

Pro Tip

Pro Tip

Book in advance

20% of tours are flagged likely to sell out

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Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca Gorge from Salta

Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca Gorge from Salta

13 hrsFree cancellation
4.48 (29 reviews)
78.91%
21.09%
amazinggreat viewmuy recomendable
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$34
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Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca Gorge from Salta
Summary

Fill your day with distinct landscapes, small towns, Incan culture, and regional foods as you explore the best of the Humahuaca Gorge region which was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. Highlights of this 13-hour trip include Seven Colors Hill, the town of Purmamarca, Incan archaeological si...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver
  • Guide
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Quebrada de Humahuaca
  • Plaza 9 de Julio
  • The Hill of Seven Colors
  • Pucara de Tilcara
  • Iglesia Humahuaca
  • Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia
  • Iglesia San Francisco de Paula
  • Paleta Del Pintor
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, Can accommodate up to 23 passengers if the reservation is made at least 10 days prior to travel date
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Quebrada de Humahuaca and Purmamarca

Quebrada de Humahuaca and Purmamarca

12 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.27 (75 reviews)
70.8%
29.2%
fantasticbreathtakingvery friendly
Viator
$101
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Quebrada de Humahuaca and Purmamarca
Summary

Explore the sculptured mountain valley landscapes of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed gorge, on this full-day tour from Salta. Traveling the same route as the Incans once did, marvel at the serrated canyons and the ever-changing array of colors rippling down unusual rock for...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fee to Tilcara Ruins
Itinerary
  • Salta
  • Quebrada de Humahuaca
  • Purmamarca
  • Pucara de Tilcara
  • Huacalera
  • Cerro Pollera de la Coya
  • Uquia
  • Humahuaca
  • Paleta Del Pintor
  • Dique La Cienaga
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring a jacket/sweater and sunscreen, You may bring your own food and drinks
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

3 Days 3 Full Excursions Pack

3 Days 3 Full Excursions Pack

3 daysFree cancellation
4.21 (73 reviews)
71.84%
28.16%
Highly recommendedtodo excelenteguias
Viator
$150
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3 Days 3 Full Excursions Pack
Summary

Enjoy three unforgettable excursions of the Argentine north: Cafayate with its rock formations and wines; Humahuaca, with its colorful mountains, rich history and culture; And the Salinas Grandes, with its impressive immensity. Each excursion is a full day starting from Salta capital and returning t...

Inclusions
  • Light refreshments
  • Professional guide
  • National Park fees
  • Wine tasting
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
  • Nordic Travel
  • Cafayate
  • Purmamarca
  • Salinas Grandes
  • Humahuaca
  • Purmamarca
  • Pucara de Tilcara
  • Los Castillos
  • El Anfiteatro
  • La Garganta del Diablo
  • Salta
  • San Salvador de Jujuy
  • Uquia
  • Iglesia San Francisco de Paula
  • Bodega El Porvenir de Cafayate
  • Maimara
  • Paleta Del Pintor
  • Cementerio Nuestra Senora del Carmen
  • Volcan
  • Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas
  • The Hill of Seven Colors
  • Paseo de los Colorados
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, Infants don´t occupate seats during excursions., IMPORTANTE: Para compras realizadas en pesos argentinos, el valor publicado es en dólar a cambio oficial y en el mismo no figura el impuesto PAIS (30%), ni impuesto GANANCIAS (30%). Estos se veran reflejados en el resumen de su tarjeta de credito, o se descontaran en el momento con tarjeta de debito, agregandose como extra al valor final del servicio.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Hornocal, 14 colors mountain, trough Humahuaca´s gorge

Hornocal, 14 colors mountain, trough Humahuaca´s gorge

13 hrsFree cancellation
4.19 (75 reviews)
55.77%
44.23%
incredibleamazing viewsgreat job
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$72
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Hornocal, 14 colors mountain, trough Humahuaca´s gorge
Summary

Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world can be seen in one day on the excursion to Hornocal. The hill of the 14 colors, the entire Humahuaca gorge, visiting the Pucara de Tilcara and the 7-color hill in Purmamarca.

Exclusions
  • Pucara de Tilcara entrance tkt
Itinerary
  • Serranias Del Hornocal
  • The Hill of Seven Colors
  • Purmamarca
  • Pucara de Tilcara
  • Salta
  • San Salvador de Jujuy
  • Humahuaca
  • Quebrada de Humahuaca
  • Tilcara
  • Maimara
  • Paleta Del Pintor
  • Cementerio Nuestra Senora del Carmen
  • Uquia
  • Serranias Del Hornocal
  • The Hill of Seven Colors
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, IMPORTANTE: Para compras realizadas en pesos argentinos, el valor publicado es en dólar a cambio oficial y en el mismo no figura el impuesto PAIS (30%), ni impuesto GANANCIAS (30%). Estos se veran reflejados en el resumen de su tarjeta de credito, o se descontaran en el momento con tarjeta de debito, agregandose como extra al valor final del servicio.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara

Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara

12 hrsFree cancellation
4.02 (204 reviews)
65.9%
34.1%
Super recomendableexcelentemeravigliosi
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$43
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Full-Day Tour to Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara
Summary

On this full-day tour you will get to see Purmamarca, with its 7 Colors Hill, and Tilcara and its ruins and the unique church of Uquía. Humahuaca was declared a World Heritage Site, given its unique, sharp and colorful mountains cape.

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Pucara de Tilcara
  • Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia
  • Iglesia San Francisco de Paula
  • The Hill of Seven Colors
  • Paleta Del Pintor
  • Nordic Travel
  • Salta
  • San Salvador de Jujuy
  • Province of Jujuy
  • Province of Salta
  • Huacalera
  • Maimara
  • Cementerio Nuestra Senora del Carmen
  • Humahuaca
  • Quebrada de Humahuaca
  • Iglesia Humahuaca
  • Tilcara
  • Purmamarca
  • Cabildo de Purmamarca
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, IMPORTANTE: Para compras realizadas en pesos argentinos, el valor publicado es en dólar a cambio oficial y en el mismo no figura el impuesto PAIS (30%), ni impuesto GANANCIAS (30%). Estos se veran reflejados en el resumen de su tarjeta de credito, o se descontaran en el momento con tarjeta de debito, agregandose como extra al valor final del servicio.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Pucará de Tilcara.

Purmamarca
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Purmamarca

19 km away • from $33

Humahuaca Ravine (Quebrada de Humahuaca)
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Humahuaca Ravine (Quebrada de Humahuaca)

55 km away • from $34

San Salvador de Jujuy
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San Salvador de Jujuy

66 km away • from $100

San Francisco Church
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San Francisco Church

121 km away • from $20

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the tours we compare across booking platforms, prices typically range from $36–$163. Most options fall within the $50–$138 bracket, with a median price of around $87.

The landmark holds an average rating of 4.23★ based on 456 pooled reviews across booking platforms. Travelers frequently describe the views as breathtaking and incredible, often using terms like super recomendable and excellent to describe their visit.

Depending on the specific itinerary you choose, durations typically range from 10.5 hours to about 1.8 days. The median duration for the options we compare is 12.5 hours.

Yes, the options we compare are offered in two languages: English and Spanish.

It can be helpful to book ahead, as one in six of the listed options are flagged as likely to sell out.

Flexibility is common, as 83% of the tours we compare offer free cancellation.

Booking is very efficient, as 100% of the options listed across booking platforms offer instant confirmation.

You can take a local bus from Jujuy or a long distance bus from Salta. Many travelers also hire private drivers for more flexibility.

Pack layers for temperature swings. Include sunscreen, a hat, and hydration salts to help manage the high altitude effects.

Local buses connect Tilcara to nearby towns like Purmamarca. For remote sites, renting a car or hiring a guide is highly recommended.

Purmamarca18.5kmHill of Seven Colors (Cerro de los Siete Colores)20.9kmHumahuaca Ravine (Quebrada de Humahuaca)54.6kmSan Salvador de Jujuy66.5kmEl Alfarcito98.6kmSan Francisco Church120.6kmPolvorilla Viaduct (Viaducto de la polvorilla)123.6kmSan Lorenzo126.6kmTrain to the Clouds (Tren a las Nubes)132.4kmCathedral of Salta133.7kmCultural Center of the Americas (Centro Cultural America)133.8kmSan Bernardo Convent133.8km
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