Arequipa – Colca Canyon Tour (Full day)
From Arequipa / Chivay / Colca - Cruz del Condor / Arequipa
The adventure begins with the pick up from your hotel between 03:00 a.m. and 03:30 a.m., to leave for the impressive Colca Valley, considered one of the deepest canyons in the world. During the journey, we will cross the National Reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca, where it will be possible to observe vicuñas, llamas, alpacas and Andean flamingos in their natural habitat.
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Opciones del Tour
We will make a stop at the Mirador de los Volcanes, the highest point of the tour (4,910 m.a.s.l.), from where we will enjoy a privileged view of the western mountain range. After approximately 3 hours of travel, we will arrive to Chivay (3,651 m.a.s.l.), appreciating on the way the beautiful landscapes of the Colca Valley.
We will continue to the emblematic Cruz del Condor, one of the best places to observe the depth of the canyon and the majestic flight of the Andean condor, in addition to taking unforgettable photographs.
On the way back, we will visit the viewpoints of Pinchollo and Antahuilque, where we will appreciate the impressive Inca terraces of the Collagua culture, as well as the hanging tombs of Choquetico and the litomaquetas. We will also visit the picturesque villages of Maca and Yanque, highlighting the beautiful colonial church of the latter.
Back in Chivay, we will enjoy lunch and then we will go to the thermal baths of La Calera, where we will have approximately one hour to relax in its thermal medicinal waters.
Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa, arriving at approximately 05:30 p.m., culminating an experience full of landscapes, culture and nature.
Pick-up and drop-off from hotels located in Puno city center.
The service takes place approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, to ensure a punctual and organized experience.
Note:
After lunch in Chivay, you may choose to travel directly to Puno instead of returning to Arequipa. Arrival at approximately 7:00 p.m., with transfer to the hotel included. Additional cost: USD 30.00 per person.
What’s Included:
- Transfers to and from your centrally located hotel.
- Comfortable and safe tourist transportation.
- Bilingual Official Tourist Guide (Spanish / English).
- Continental breakfast.
- Buffet lunch.
What’s not included:
- Personal expenses and extra expenses.
- Colca Tourist Ticket (BTC):
- Nationals: S/ 20.00
- South Americans: S/ 40.00
- Foreigners: S/ 70.00
- Entrance to the thermal baths of La Calera (optional): S/. 15.00 per person.
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 03:30 AM | Pick up from your hotel and start the trip to the Colca Valley. |
| 07:00 AM | Arrival to Chivay and continental breakfast. |
| 07:30 AM | Departure to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint to observe the canyon and the flight of the Andean condor. |
| 09:00 AM | Visit to traditional Colca villages, natural viewpoints and colonial temples. |
| 12:00 PM | Arrival at the thermal baths of La Calera (free time to relax). |
| 01:00 PM | Lunch in Chivay. |
| 01:45 PM | Departure from Chivay and return to Arequipa. |
| 05:30 P.M. | Arrival in Arequipa and transfer to centrally located hotels. |
Recommendations:
- Carry a valid passport and/or identity card.
- Wear clothes for different climates: light coat for cold mornings, cool clothes for midday and a jacket for windy afternoons.
- Cap or hat, sunscreen and sunglasses for adequate protection.
- Drinks and/or snacks for the road.
- Comfortable footwear suitable for hiking.
- Cash for the purchase of souvenirs or local souvenirs.
- 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.
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.
