360° Solar Train Experience from Salta
Embark on a journey aboard the modern Solar Train from Salta and discover the stunning landscapes, charming towns, and rich culture of Northern Argentina in an unforgettable way.
A full immersion into the Quebrada de Humahuaca, visiting all its stations, with round-trip transfers from Salta included.
The 360° experience combines comfortable transfers, scenic train travel, and free time at each stop.
Throughout the journey, you’ll be accompanied by an exclusive onboard guide who will share fascinating stories, cultural insights, and local curiosities.
At each stop, local guides (included) will offer scheduled walking tours to showcase the main attractions.
If you prefer, you can use this time to explore on your own, always respecting the scheduled departure times.
| 📅 Total Duration: | Approximately 12 hours including transfers. |
| 📍 Departure & Return Point: | San Francisco Church, Salta Capital – Street Córdoba 15. View location |
| ⏱ Departure & Return Times: | First departure (Group A): 6:00 am / Return: 7:15 pm Second departure (Group B): 7:00 am / Return: 8:20 pm |
| ✅ Included: | Ticket for the 360° Solar Train experience with round-trip transfer from Salta; Exclusive onboard guide throughout the journey; Local guides included at each stop with scheduled tours. |
| ❌ Not Included: | Meals and beverages; Local transfers within towns (e.g., taxi to the center of Purmamarca); Optional activities available at each destination (cultural, gastronomic, recreational). |
| 🧥 Recommended Clothing: | Comfortable sportswear, sneakers with good grip, cap, sunglasses, a jacket, and sunscreen. What’s the weather like in the north? |
There are 2 daily departures, divided into 2 groups:
🚆 Group A – departs at 6:00 am from Salta:
- Transfer departure from Salta: 06:00
- Arrival at Volcán station: 08:30
Train departure from Volcán: 09:00 - Route & Stations:
- Purmamarca – Arrival 09:50, 1h 45min free time or guided tour of the station surroundings.
To visit the town and Cerro de los Siete Colores (2 km away), you can take a 5-minute taxi ride or walk for 20–25 minutes.
Departure: 11:35 - Maimará – Arrival 12:15, 1h with local guide included to discover the Paleta del Pintor and viewpoints.
Departure: 13:15 - Tilcara – Arrival 13:30, 1h 55min with local guide included to explore the square, museums, and historic sites.
Departure: 15:25 - Posta de Hornillos – Arrival 15:55, 1h with local guide included to visit this historic museum.
Departure: 16:55 - Tumbaya – Arrival 17:55, 1h with local guide included for a tour of its church and main square.
Departure: 18:55
- Purmamarca – Arrival 09:50, 1h 45min free time or guided tour of the station surroundings.
- End of the journey at Volcán: 19:15, followed by the return transfer to Salta.
🚆 Group B – departs at 7:00 am from Salta:
- Transfer departure from Salta: 07:00
- Arrival at Volcán station: 09:30
Train departure from Volcán: 10:00 - Route & Stations:
- Tumbaya – Arrival 10:20, 1h with local guide included for a tour of its church and main square.
Departure: 11:20 - Purmamarca – Arrival 11:50, 2h 05min free time or guided tour of the station surroundings.
To visit the town and Cerro de los Siete Colores (2 km away), you can take a 5-minute taxi ride or walk for 20–25 minutes.
Departure: 13:55 - Posta de Hornillos – Arrival 14:25, 1h with local guide included to visit the historic museum.
Departure: 15:25 - Maimará – Arrival 15:35, 1h with local guide included to explore the Paleta del Pintor and viewpoints.
Departure: 16:35 - Tilcara – Arrival 16:50, 1h 40min with local guide included to visit the square, craft market, and iconic sites.
Departure: 18:30
- Tumbaya – Arrival 10:20, 1h with local guide included for a tour of its church and main square.
- End of the journey at Volcán: 20:20, followed by the return transfer to Salta.
Prefer to start from Jujuy? We also offer the Solar Train departure from Jujuy.
Conditions and Cancellation Policies of the Solar Train of the Quebrada
General Conditions
Penalties are calculated based on the total ticket price and the current rate at the time of the change request.
| Days Before the Trip | Cancellation | Date Change | Name Change | Product Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 or more | 10% penalty | 5% penalty | 5% penalty | Fare difference |
| 59 to 30 | 30% penalty | 15% penalty | 20% penalty | 10% penalty + fare difference |
| 29 to 8 | 50% penalty | 25% penalty | 30% penalty | 10% penalty + fare difference |
| 7 to 2 | 90% penalty | 40% penalty | 50% penalty | 20% penalty + fare difference |
One day before the trip: No cancellations, date changes, modifications, or refunds are allowed.
Hop-On Hop-Off Service Conditions
- Capacity and Availability: Passengers can board and disembark at all stations, but seat availability is not guaranteed at all times. In case no seats are available, passengers can travel standing.
- Last Departure: Passengers who miss the last train of the day are responsible for their return journey and its cost.
- Delays: Delays or interruptions due to force majeure or unforeseen events are not the responsibility of the Solar Train of the Quebrada Autonomous Entity.
Use of Third-Party Services
Independent third parties may offer additional products or services under their own responsibility. These are subject to the specific terms established by each provider.
Minor Policy
Children under 1 year old travel for free, without a seat assigned, and must be seated on an adult’s lap. It is mandatory to register their details to provide passenger transport insurance.
Luggage, Food, and Animal Policy
- Luggage: Allowed up to 3 kg with maximum dimensions of 45 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm. Luggage must be placed under the seat.
- Food and Drinks: Only one 500 ml water bottle is allowed. Consumption of other food or beverages is not permitted.
- Animals: Only service animals properly trained are allowed.
Accessibility for People with Disabilities
The Solar Train has 1 space for people with disabilities and 1 for their companion (if the Disability Certificate allows it). Please make a reservation 30 days in advance by sending the Disability Certificate and ID to info@dexotic.com. If you decide not to travel, please inform us to cancel the reservation and make it available for another user.
Tour Reviews
The Solar Train is a unique experience in the Quebrada, with a European-style train. The seats are new, everything is impeccably clean and well-maintained. The journey covers 42 km, from Tilcara to Volcán. In our case, we organized the trip visiting Purmamarca, Tilcara, then Maimará, and finally Tumbaya, before returning to Purmamarca. One of the great advantages is that you can get on and off the train as many times as you want during the day. Some stations have a café (like in Tumbaya), but not all of them. You can plan your visit to each station according to the train schedule. In Tilcara, we went to the Devil’s Throat (although a taxi is needed from the train). In Maimará, we marveled at the Painter’s Palette. All stations are close to the town center, except for Purmamarca, which is 3 km away and requires a taxi. The cost is 45 USD, with discounts for retirees.
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