Drive from San Salvador de Jujuy into the high vineyards of the Quebrada de Humahuaca for a day of boutique wineries, a cellar lunch, and views of the Seven Colors Hill. This full-day route pairs terroir-driven tastings with regional history and high-altitude scenery.
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You step out at Belgrano Square at first light, the city’s stone fountain glinting while the van hums toward the north. In a few hours the valley opens and the air thins; vineyards appear like unexpected ribbons on terraced slopes, grapes ripening against a backdrop of painted hills. The route threads past Purmamarca’s Cerro de los Siete Colores and into small, family-run bodegas where the earth—not the cellar—defines flavor.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; mostly seated transfers with short, flat vineyard walks—suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
The Quebrada de Humahuaca is a UNESCO World Heritage corridor, historically a trade and pilgrimage route linking high Andean cultures to lowland markets.
Conservation
Tourism is concentrated—support small producers, minimize waste, and stay on marked paths to protect fragile high-desert soils and scarce water resources.
Reserve your spot on the Jujuy Wine Route (Quebrada de Humahuaca) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Acclimate to altitude before tasting
Spend an easy morning in San Salvador de Jujuy if you arrive that day; hydrate and avoid heavy exertion to reduce altitude effects during tastings.
Strong UV—bring sun protection
High-elevation sun is intense even on cool days—use sunscreen, sunglasses and a brimmed hat for vineyard walks.
Pace your tastings
Limit pours and sip slowly between wineries; ask guides about spit buckets or smaller samples to stay clear-headed for the drive back.
Carry small bills for purchases
Rural producers may prefer cash for artisan goods and tips; bring some Argentine pesos in small denominations.
Layered jacket
Temperatures swing between cool mornings and warmer afternoons—layers keep you comfortable.
Sturdy walking shoes
Vineyard terrain can be uneven and dusty during cellar walks and short trails.
Sun hat & sunscreen
High-altitude UV is strong—protect skin and eyes during outdoor tastings.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated mitigates altitude effects and helps you pace alcohol consumption.