4-day Essential Arequipa and Colca Canyon Tour Package
About This Tour
Discover the highlights of southern Peru on this 4-day journey through Arequipa and the spectacular Colca Canyon. Explore Arequipa’s historic "White City," incl...
Duration: 4 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Arequipa, Colca Canyon · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY; INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS; PASSPORT REQUIRED; Not wheelchair accessible; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; Infant seats unavailable; Rates not valid for holidays; Rates subject to change without notice; You should bring comfortable shoes and clothes, coat, wool gloves and hat, sunscreen sunglasses, cap; We recommend a good acclimatization to the altitude before starting any activity; If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact us.; Pick up from the aiport or bus station of Arequipa, until centrally located Arequipa hotels
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What's Included
- Dinner at the hotel in the Colca Valley.
- 03 nights of 3-star hotel in standard room with breakfast included.
- Excursions with Spanish/ English shared services
Not Included
- Local and international flights
- Food and drinks not mentioned
- Ticket entrance to La Calera at Colca
Itinerary
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1Day 01
DAY 1 Arrival in Arequipa Reception at the airport or bus station and transfer to the hotel. City Tour In the afternoon, visit the so-called "White City", the Plaza de Armas, the Cloisters of the Company and the residential districts of Yanahuara and Chilina from where it is possible to appreciate a magnificent view of the Misti volcano. Afternoon free to continue exploring the attractions offered by this colonial city. Chance also to taste the good cuisine of Arequipa or stroll through its pleasant and colonial. Convent of Santa Catalina We will visit the Convent of Santa Catalina (a city within the city). Overnight at Arequipa city.
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2Day 02
DAY 2 Colca Valley Yura Our adventure begins in the morning in the city of Arequipa, as we embark on an exciting 160 km journey to the city of Chivay. Along the way, we will pass through the charming village of Yura, whose streets and squares have been declared historical monuments. Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve We will continue our journey through Pampa de Arrieros and Pampa Cañahuas, home to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve in the Colca Canyon, where majestic vicuñas roam freely. You`ll have the chance to marvel at the beauty of these creatures while we admire this incredible landscape. Volcanoes' viewpoint We will make a brief stop in Patahuasi for you to enjoy a refreshing coca tea, a traditional hot beverage from the Andes that greatly helps with altitude sickness. You`ll also have the opportunity to admire beautiful birds, such as flamingos, during our short stop at the Tocra wetlands. We`ll follow the route passing by the crater of the Chucura volcano, and we`ll stop at a fantastic viewpoint of the volcanoes. We`ll continue visiting charming picturesque villages and enjoy impressive views of the volcanoes from a viewpoint, conducting a cultural tour in the villages of the Colca Valley. Chivay Finally, we will arrive in Chivay, where you will have free time for lunch (optional). We will transfer you to your hotel for a short rest. Afterwards, we will explore the town of Chivay and its market, immersing ourselves in the Andean culture high in the Colca Canyon. Then, we will visit the La Calera hot springs.
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3Day 03
DAY 3 Chivay - Cruz del Condor - Arequipa Cruz del Condor Wake up early to enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading to the famous Cruz del Condor viewpoint. We will arrive in time to contemplate the magnificent depth of the Colca Canyon and, if we are lucky, observe condors in the Colca Canyon. These impressive birds of prey are some of the largest in the world, and seeing them fly over the canyon and valley is a magical spectacle you won`t want to miss. Antahuilque viewpoint On our way back to Chivay, we will visit the traditional village of Pinchollo and the Antahuilque viewpoint, where you can marvel at the ancient terraces built 1,500 years ago by the Collagua culture, which preceded the Incas. Maca We will continue our exploration by visiting Maca, a charming Andean community that suffered an earthquake in November 1991, and the village of Yanque, famous for having the most beautiful church in the valley. Chivay and Arequipa city We will return to Chivay for lunch (optional). Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa and transfer you to your hotel, closing an unforgettable experience in the Colca Valley.
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4Day 04
DAY 4 Departure from Arequipa
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport or bus station.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Arequipa. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Arequipa. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
