Day long Hike to Inca ruins
Description
From Salta city, we travel to Campo Quijano, a town famous as the base for workers constructing the Train to the Clouds railway line to the Chilean coast. We can stop to see an antique engine and the mausoleum of the train line's chief engineer, Richard Maury, from Philadephia, USA. From here we will climb into the stunning multi-coloured Quebrada de Toro to Ingeniero Maury, where our hike begins. It's 90 minutes drive each way: the walk takes between 7 and 8 hours. We start by scaling a steep gradient: a climb of nearly 1km in altitude over the first 3.75km, On this challenging hike, we reach a peak of 3,265m above sea level before a gentle descent to Inca ruins dating from the 15th century. Your efforts are rewarded by stunning views all along the way. Our guide is experienced in hiking all terrain, and speaks English and Spanish. Picnic lunch provided.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up from your hotel in Salta city from 8am onwards.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(3)
Hiking to the Inca ruins was an unforgettable experience, thanks to my amazing guide Ale. Their passion and knowledge brought the ancient history to life, making every step a fascinating journey. The stunning landscapes were matched by Ale’s engaging storytelling and genuine care for our group. We felt like cherished friends rather than tourists, and their enthusiasm made the adventure truly magical.
Muchísima gracias por sos comentarios, Valeria y Pilar, me alegro que se han disfrutadas.
What an experience! We didn't have much time in Salta so we were very lucky to find Poncho Tours. We chose to do the Inca Ruins in one day with Nick the owner and his knowledge about northern Argentina is amazing. Beautiful scenery along the entire route, if we had to rest a couple of times because but we would definitely do it all again.
Muchas gracias!
Nick is a great guide and really has lots of local knowledge, highly recommended. This is a tough hike but well worth the effort with some great views.
My pleasure! Yes, this hike is not for the faint-hearted!
