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.
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Una experiencia peruana única
Reservé este tour a última hora en el sitio de Viator. Pensamos que el tour era excelente relación calidad-precio. Nos recogieron en nuestro hotel. Estuve en contacto con Ronald a través de whatsup, él es muy organizado y contestado rápidamente. Nuestro guía era Yeferson. Él es conocedor, habla muy buen inglés y entregó la historia con un buen sentido del humor. Yeferson es una delicia absoluta y no podríamos haber deseado una mejor guía. Disfrutamos del viaje en barco a las islas y recomendamos este tour encarecidamente.
A unique Peruvian experience
I booked this tour at the last minute on the Viator site. We thought the tour was excellent value for money. We were picked up at our hotel. I was in contact with Ronald via whatsup, he is very organized and answered quickly. Our guide was Yeferson. He is knowledgeable, speaks very good English and delivered the story with a good sense of humor. Yeferson is an absolute delight and we could not have wished for a better guide. We enjoyed the boat trip to the islands and highly recommend this tour.
Uma experiência peruana única
Reservei esse passeio de última hora no site da Viator. Achamos que o passeio tinha uma excelente relação custo-benefício. Fomos buscados em nosso hotel. Entrei em contato com Ronald via whatsup, ele é muito organizado e respondeu rapidamente. Nosso guia foi Yeferson. Ele é bem informado, fala inglês muito bem e contou a história com um bom senso de humor. Yeferson é absolutamente encantador e não poderíamos ter desejado um guia melhor. Gostamos muito da viagem de barco para as ilhas e recomendamos muito esse passeio.
Gran tour al Cañón del Colca
Gran opción para conocer el sur de Perú. Las vistas son increíbles y los guías turísticos son educados y conocedores. En general, se recomienda la experiencia.
Hotel en Chivay era bueno, así como todas las comidas proporcionadas. La cena en Chivay fue divertida con la música y bailes tradicionales. La visita al baño termal fue genial.
Cuidado que no es tan fácil ver volar a los cóndores, solo vimos uno.
Colca Canyon Grand Tour
Great option to get to know the south of Peru. The views are amazing and the tour guides are polite and knowledgeable. Overall, highly recommend the experience.
Hotel in Chivay was good as well as all meals provided. Dinner in Chivay was fun with traditional music and dancing. The visit to the thermal bath was great.
Beware that it is not so easy to see condors flying, we only saw one.
Excursão ao Grand Canyon do Colca
Ótima opção para você conhecer o sul do Peru. As vistas são incríveis e os guias turísticos são educados e bem informados. No geral, recomendo muito a experiência.
O hotel em Chivay era bom, assim como todas as refeições fornecidas. O jantar em Chivay foi divertido, com música e dança tradicionais. A visita ao banho termal foi ótima.
Cuidado com o fato de que não é tão fácil ver os condores voando, só vimos um.
