Full day at Colca Canyon from Arequipa
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 15 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Travel comfortably and discover Arequipa in small groups : Safe and modern transportation, with your expert guide accompanying you throughout the tour, sharing local stories and ensuring your experience is authentic and smooth. Everything is designed to make your trip unforgettable and hassle-free.
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional and bilingual guide
- Continental breakfast
- Private and tourist transport
What's not
- Tourist Ticket: Foreigners : S/70.00 ; Latin Americans : S/40.00 and Peruvians S/20.00
- Hot spring intake (optional)
- buffet lunch in chivay
Itinerary
We started the tour at 3.00 am and our first stop was at the Mirador de los Volcanes in Patapampa, the highest point of our tour, located at 4,900 m above sea level. From here you can admire the stunning volcanoes Ampato, Sabancaya and Hualca Hualca, as well as the spectacular Andean landscape of the highlands. An ideal place to take panoramic photos and appreciate the grandeur of the Colca Valley before descending towards the villages of the valley.
Arrive in Chivay, capital of the Colca Valley, to enjoy a full continental breakfast served in a local restaurant. This moment allows you to recharge to continue exploring the villages and viewpoints of the valley.
We visit the famous viewpoint of the Condor Cross, where you can observe the majestic Andean condors in flight. Enjoy panoramic views of Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world, and capture unforgettable photos of the stunning Andean landscape.
Stop in the traditional Andean village of Maca to get to know its colonial church Santa Ana, its picturesque main square. Here you will also have the opportunity to take pictures with flames or the Andean eagle, in a typical and authentic environment.
Stop at the impressive Mirador de Antahuilque, from where you can observe the ancient pre-Inca agricultural terraces that are still used by the communities of the valley. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Colca Valley, ideal for photographs and to appreciate ancient agricultural engineering amid the Andean landscape.
Stop at the Mirador de Choquetico, a little-known archaeological point in the Colca Valley, where ancient petroglyphs and rock-cut formations attributed to pre-Inca cultures can be observed. From here you will also enjoy panoramic views of the Andean valley.
Visit the traditional town of Yanque, famous for its colonial church San Juan Bautista, considered one of the oldest and most beautiful in the Colca Valley. In addition, you can observe the typical dance of the valley, the “Wititi”, known as the love dance and declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Tour its main square surrounded by colonial houses and appreciate the customs and traditions of its inhabitants
Enjoy a relaxing stop at the hot springs of Chacapi, located in stunning natural surroundings of the Colca Valley. Immerse yourself in its mineral hot water pools, ideal for relieving fatigue after the tour, while enjoying the surrounding Andean landscape. This stop is optional, perfect for relaxing and taking pictures of the unique environment.
Stop at a local restaurant in Chivay to enjoy a buffet lunch with a variety of Peruvian and Andean cuisine. You can choose between different options in a comfortable and pleasant environment, ideal to rest before starting the return to Arequipa
Stop at the extensive Pampa de Toccra, an area of the Andean highlands where it is possible to observe vicuñas, llamas and alpacas in their natural habitat. Enjoy the open landscape at altitude and take pictures of the Andean fauna as the guide explains the importance of these animals to local communities
Patahuasi: Last and brief stop in Patahuasi, a high Andean area located more than 4,000 m above sea level, known for its puna landscapes and rock formations. Here you can take pictures of the natural environment and appreciate the typical landscape of the Andean highlands before continuing the return. Arrival in Arequipa: Approximate arrival in the city at 5:00 p.m.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- *Pick up at Plaza de Armas : meeting point at 3:00 a.m.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Kusky Travel
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Arequipa
- Its from-price is 41% below the median of the 26 city tours we list in Arequipa.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 26.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Arequipa
Arequipa, in southern Peru, is a white-stone colonial city beneath the cone of El Misti volcano, close to the deep Colca Canyon.
Arequipa lies at about 2,300 metres in the dry southern Andes, with the cone of El Misti volcano rising above it and Chachani and Pichu Pichu on either side. Its centre is built from sillar, a light volcanic stone that has earned it the name of the White City. The Plaza de Armas has arcades, palms and the cathedral, whose façade stretches the full length of one side.
Top-ranked sights in Arequipa: Colca Canyon, Plaza de Armas, Historic Centre of Arequipa.
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