Enjoy a unique experience combining comfort and freedom with a transfer service from Salta City to the Volcán station, where the journey aboard the Solar Train of the Quebrada begins.
With a single train ticket, take advantage of the flexibility of the Hop-On Hop-Off system: choose the departure time that suits you best and explore every corner of the Quebrada at your own pace.
You can get on and off at all the stations along the route, including Volcán, Tumbaya, Purmamarca, Maimará, and Tilcara, to discover the best of these charming towns.
What does this experience include?
- Roundtrip transfer from Salta to the Volcán station.
- Solar Train ticket with unlimited access to its stops throughout the day.
- Freedom to plan your day and explore each destination your way.
- An opportunity to enjoy unique landscapes, local culture, and sustainable technology.
Solar Train route in the Quebrada
How does it work?
- You need to be at the pick-up point at 6:20 am, in front of the San Francisco Church.
- Travel approximately 2 hours on a comfortable transfer to the Volcán train station, where the solar train departs.
- Aboard the Solar Train, enjoy a unique experience while traveling the 42 km through the Quebrada. You can get off at any station to enjoy what interests you the most: stroll through the colorful Purmamarca markets, admire the Hill of Seven Colors, or relax in the tranquility of Maimará.
- At the end of the day, meet the transfer at Volcán station at 7:45 pm to return to Salta, arriving around 10 pm.
| DEPARTURE AND RETURN LOCATION | San Francisco Church in Salta Capital. |
| TRANSFER DEPARTURE TIME TO VOLCÁN | 6:20 am. |
| RECOMMENDED CLOTHING | Comfortable sportswear, sneakers with soles, a cap, sunglasses, a jacket, and sunscreen. What’s the weather like in the north? |
| INCLUDED | Transfer to Volcán station from Salta Capital.
Return transfer from Volcán to Salta Capital. Unlimited ticket for the Solar Train of the Quebrada. Guide in the train wagon. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Meals and drinks.
Internal transfers in the towns. Entry to museums or other activities outside the train. |
Solar Train of the Quebrada Timetable
| Volcán Departure |
Tumbaya Arrival |
Tumbaya Departure |
Purmamarca Arrival |
Purmamarca Departure |
Maimará Arrival |
Maimará Departure |
Tilcara Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | – | – | 08:00 | 08:40 | 08:45 | 09:00 |
| 09:35 | 09:55 | 10:00 | 10:30 | 11:10 | 11:50 | 11:55 | 12:10 |
| 12:00 | 12:20 | 12:25 | 12:55 | 13:30 | 14:10 | 14:15 | 14:30 |
| 15:10 | 15:30 | 15:35 | 16:05 | 16:50 | 17:30 | 17:35 | 17:50 |
| 17:30 | 17:50 | 17:55 | 18:25 | – | – | – | – |
Additional information
| Tour Type | Railway |
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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 [email protected]. If you decide not to travel, please inform us to cancel the reservation and make it available for another user.
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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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