Arequipa – Colca Canyon Tour (2D/1N)
Arequipa – Colca Canyon Tour (2D/1N)
Arequipa – Colca Canyon Tour: In this tour we will observe vicuñas and alpacas. We will visit Patahuasi, ideal for drinking coca tea and acclimatize, in addition to the wetlands of Toqrapampa, habitat of wildlife. In Patapampa (4,900 m. a.s.l.) we will enjoy impressive views of the Sabancaya and Ampato volcanoes.
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Opciones del Tour
Pick up from your hotel between 07:30 a.m. and 08:00 a.m. to start the trip to Chivay, crossing impressive high Andean landscapes. During the trip we will observe vicuñas and alpacas in their natural habitat.
We will make a stop in Patahuasi, ideal to taste a coca tea and acclimatize to the altitude. We will continue to the wetlands of Toqra Pampa, where we will appreciate wildlife and a unique natural environment.
Then we will arrive at Patapampa (4,900 m.a.s.l.), the highest point of the trek, from where we will enjoy panoramic views of the Sabancaya, Ampato and Hualcahualca volcanoes.
Approximately at 12:30 p.m. we will arrive in Chivay for lunch and accommodation at the hotel. In the afternoon, we will visit the thermal medicinal waters, ideal for relaxation.
In the evening, we will attend a folkloric peña with a show of typical dances, where we will also enjoy a traditional dinner.
SECOND DAY: Chivay – Cruz del Condor – Arequipa
Early breakfast in Chivay (05:00 a.m. approx.) and departure to the traditional villages of Yanque and Maca.
Then we will visit the Cruz del Condor, one of the most impressive points of the Colca Canyon, where we can appreciate the majestic flight of the Andean condor and the depth of the canyon.
On the way back we will stop at the viewpoints of Pinchollo, Choquetico and Antahuilque, from where we can observe pre-Inca terraces and spectacular landscapes.
Lunch in Chivay and return to Arequipa, arriving approximately at 05:30 p.m.
Note: At the end of the tour on the second day, after lunch in Chivay, there is the option of continuing the trip to the city of Puno instead of returning to Arequipa.
Approximate arrival at the Puno terminal at 07:00 p.m., where our staff will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Additional cost: USD 30.00 per person.
What’s Included:
- Shared tourist mobility for arrival and departure transfers.
- Bilingual Official Tourist Guide (Spanish / English).
- Basic lodging in Chivay(1 night).
- Continental breakfast (day 2).
- 02 buffet lunches(day 1 and day 2).
- Buffet dinner with folkloric show.
What’s not included:
- Personal expenses or extras not specified.
- Colca Tourist Ticket (BTC):
- Nationals: S/ 20.00
- South Americans: S/ 40.00
- Foreigners: S/ 70.00
- Entrance fee to La Calera Hot Springs (optional): S/. 15.00 per person.
- Breakfast on the first day.
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY DAY 01 |
|---|---|
| 07:30 AM | Pick up from centrally located hotels in Arequipa |
| 08:30 AM | Departure by tourist bus from Arequipa to Chivay. |
| 10:00 AM | Stop at the Mirador de los Volcanes |
| 12:30 PM | Arrival to Chivay |
| 12:45 PM | Accommodation at the hotel |
| 01:00 PM | Lunch in Chivay |
| 03:00 PM | Visit to the Thermal Baths of La Calera. |
| 06:30 PM | Dinner with folkloric show |
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY DAY 02 |
|---|---|
| 05:30 AM | Continental breakfast at the hotel |
| 06:15 AM | Departure from Chivay to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint. |
| 07:30 AM | Time to appreciate the flight of the condor and the depth of the canyon. |
| 09:30 AM | Visit to traditional villages of the Colca Valley, viewpoints and temples. |
| 12:00 PM | Return to Chivay |
| 12:30 PM | Lunch in Chivay |
| 01:30 PM | Departure from Chivay to Arequipa. |
| 05:30 PM | Arrival in Arequipa and transfer to centrally located hotels. |
Recommendations:
- Carry a valid passport and/or identity card.
- Wear clothing for varied climates: light coat for cold mornings, cool clothes for midday and a jacket for windy afternoons.
- Wear a hat or cap, sunscreen and sunglasses for adequate protection.
- Drinks and snacks for the road.
- Comfortable footwear suitable for hiking.
- Cash for the purchase of souvenirs or personal expenses.
- Take precautions against altitude sickness (soroche); it is recommended to take pills such as Sorojchi Pills.
- Bathing suit (optional) to enjoy the thermal baths of La Calera.
- Bring cash in soles to pay the entrance fee to Chivay.
These recommendations will help you make the most of every moment of this unforgettable adventure.
Review view + Form
Gran recorrido por las islas
Nos encontramos rápidamente en el aeropuerto por nuestro conductor, Wilson, que hizo que el traslado fuera tan suave como hubiéramos podido esperar. No solo era un gran conductor, compartió mucha información con nosotros sobre el área de Puno. También agradecí el contacto a través de Whatsapp porque había un fallo con el día de recogida correcto. La persona de contacto Titicaca hizo el ajuste y también se registró con nosotros antes de nuestra llegada. Esta empresa tuvo un precio competitivo y prestó un servicio excepcional.
Grand tour of the islands
We were met promptly at the airport by our driver, Wilson, who made the transfer as smooth as we could have hoped for. Not only was he a great driver, he shared a lot of information with us about the Puno area. I also appreciated the contact via Whatsapp because there was a glitch with the correct pick up day. The Titicaca contact person made the adjustment and also checked in with us prior to our arrival. This company was competitively priced and provided exceptional service.
Grande passeio pelas ilhas
Fomos recebidos prontamente no aeroporto pelo nosso motorista, Wilson, que fez o traslado da maneira mais tranquila que poderíamos esperar. Além de ser um ótimo motorista, ele compartilhou conosco muitas informações sobre a região de Puno. Também gostei do contato via Whatsapp, pois houve um problema com o dia correto do embarque. A pessoa de contato da Titicaca fez o ajuste e também se informou conosco antes de nossa chegada. A empresa teve um preço competitivo e prestou um serviço excepcional.
Tour bien organizado desde y hacia el hotel
Todo el recorrido se organizó muy bien. Me dieron el guía de habla inglesa Juan en Bolivia que era de ascendencia Aymara y estaba bien versado en cultura local, historia y rituales, tradiciones y hierbas locales. Toda mi visita a la Isla del sol y a la iglesia de Copacabana fue impecable. Aprecio enormemente cómo se organizó el recorrido sin problemas desde la recogida del hotel hasta todo y la entrega a mi hotel. Este fue mi primer viaje en solitario y me lo hicieron muy cómodo.
Well organized tour to and from the hotel
The whole tour was very well organized. I was given the English speaking guide Juan in Bolivia who was of Aymara descent and was well versed in local culture, history and rituals, traditions and local herbs. My entire visit to Isla del sol and the Copacabana church was flawless. I greatly appreciated how the tour was organized seamlessly from hotel pick up to everything and delivery to my hotel. This was my first solo trip and they made it very comfortable for me.
Passeio bem organizado de e para o hotel
Todo o tour foi muito bem organizado. Na Bolívia, recebi o guia de língua inglesa Juan, que era descendente de aimarás e conhecia bem a cultura, a história, os rituais, as tradições e as ervas locais. Toda a minha visita à Isla del Sol e à igreja de Copacabana foi impecável. Apreciei muito a facilidade com que a excursão foi organizada, desde a coleta no hotel até tudo e a entrega no meu hotel. Essa foi minha primeira viagem solo e eles a tornaram muito confortável.
