- Rosario de Lerma Department - This is a challenging 17km trek suited for seasoned, daring, and physically fit hikers! We ascend into the vibrantly hued Quebrada de Toro canyon, navigating through breathtaking and untamed high-elevation landscapes to explore the ancient Incahuasi ruins, which are only reachable on foot. The journey begins with a steep incline: an ascent of almost 1km in elevation within the initial 3.75km stretch. During this strenuous trek, we attain a maximum altitude of 3,265m. After reaching the summit, there’s a mild descent to the Inca ruins that date back to the 15th century.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Picnic Lunch
- Professional bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) guide
- Gratuities
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.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
