Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta in Salta
Salta, Argentina

Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta

Outty Ranking 48 4.4 · 7 traveler reviews13 hoursFrom $176

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48/100

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Is Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta worth booking?

Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta is a 13-hour experience in Salta, Argentina, from $176 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
48 / 100
Rating
4.4/5 (7)
Duration
13 hours
From
$176 per person

Enjoy a full-day tour with a professional guide by air-conditioned coach. Experience the ‘Salinas Grandes’, a magical collection of salt flats in Northwest Argentina, during this 13-hour day trip from Salta. Explore some

What you get

  • Professional guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

About this experience

Enjoy a full-day tour with a professional guide by air-conditioned coach. Experience the ‘Salinas Grandes’, a magical collection of salt flats in Northwest Argentina, during this 13-hour day trip from Salta. Explore some of the area’s picturesque small towns before reaching this surreal landmark, an area where a landscape of shiny-white salt seems to extend to the horizon. You’ll also stop by the village of Purmamarca on your way back to Salta.

What's included

Included

  • Professional guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Salta

    Start with a pick up from your centrally-located Salta hotel around 7 am.

    Pass by without stopping

  2. Ruins of Tastil

    You'll leave the city heading towards the Tastil Ruins and arrive in San Antonio de Los Cobres, a small village in the Puna region, where you'll stop to have lunch and explore.

    300 minutes here

  3. San Antonio de los Cobres

    At this place we will make a stop to have lunch (it´s not included).

    Pass by without stopping

  4. Salinas Grandes

    Continue the trip along the famous scenic Route No 40, crossing one of the most scenic desert regions in Argentina, before arriving at Salinas Grandes (The Great Salt Flat). The immensity of the area and the white, shiny, salt invites you to relax and take good pictures.

    180 minutes here

  5. San Salvador de Jujuy

    After exploring the salt flats, continue down the Lipán Cliff and finally arrive at Purmamarca, one of the typical towns of Humahuaca Gorge, offering incredible views of the Seven Colours Hill.

    240 minutes here

  6. Salta

    After a brief visit to San Salvador de Jujuy, you'll return to Salta at 8PM.

    Pass by without stopping

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Salta

Salta, Argentina

If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point.

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Salta · Salta, Argentina

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Tangol

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Consult your doctor for heights over 4200 masl
  • Comfortable clothes are recommended

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Good to know

Duration
13 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$176 to $616
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
2
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 48

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)58
Review evidence (18% weight)35
Booking momentum (14% weight)22
Value for money (12% weight)3
Listing quality (10% weight)86
Local standing (8% weight)49
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Salta.

How much does Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta cost?

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Prices start at $176 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Salta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta take?

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Plan for about 13 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Salta is not rushed.

Is Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Salta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta?

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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Salta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Salta and add a light layer if any part of the 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Full-Day Salinas Grandes Tour from Salta start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Salta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Salta?

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On Outty we rank every Salta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tour to Cafayate from Salta, Tour to Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca, Tour to Cachi from Salta. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Salta?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Salta?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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