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DAY 1 Arequipa
Colca CanyonTravel to the Colca Valley touring the Aguada Blanca and Salinas National Reserve, where you will observe vicuñas, Andean birds, and volcanic landscapes. You will make a stop at the Mirador de los Volcanes (4,910 m a.s.l.) before arriving in Chivay. In the afternoon, you can relax in its famous hot springs.
DAY 2 Colca Canyon
ArequipaVisit the Cruz del Cóndor, the best viewpoint to appreciate the majestic flight of the condor and the immensity of the Colca Canyon. On the way back, you will visit the towns of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque, as well as the viewpoints of Choquetico and Antahuilque, with impressive platforms and pre-Inca vestiges. Return to Arequipa in the afternoon.
Day 1: Volcanoes, Alpacas & Hot Springs
The agency’s minibus passes by your hotel to start the journey north.
You will drive around the Chachani volcano. You’ll make stops along the road to see vicuñas, alpacas, and llamas in their natural state. You will also stop at a stall along the route to have a coca or muña tea to avoid altitude sickness.
You will reach the highest point of the road, at 4,910 meters high. From here you can see the snow-capped peaks of several volcanoes such as Sabancaya and Ampato.
You will descend towards the main village of the valley (at 3,600 meters). Here you will enjoy a buffet lunch with typical food from the region
Transportation will drop you off at your chosen hotel in Chivay (or nearby towns) to drop off your bags and rest.
The bus will pick you up to go to the medicinal hot springs pools. It’s the perfect time to relax after a day of road tripping.
You can enjoy a dinner in Chivay accompanied by a show of typical dances from the province of Caylloma (such as the Wititi dance).
Day 2: The Flight of the Condor and Return
You will have breakfast at your hotel to leave very early for the canyon.
On the route you will pass through traditional villages such as Yanque and Maca. You will see its beautiful colonial churches and the impressive agricultural terraces made by the Incas that are still in use.
The main point of the trip! You will be on the edge of the gigantic canyon. You will have about two hours to walk through the viewpoints and see the majestic flight of the Andean condors , which take advantage of the hot air currents to climb very close to the people.
You’ll return on transport making stops at archaeological viewpoints to see hanging tombs in the rocks.
Last stop for lunch in Chivay before leaving.
The bus starts the return trip to the White City.
The shuttle will drop you off in the historic center of the city.
To book your spot for the Colca Canyon tour with us, follow these steps: First, click on the “Book Now” button above. This will open our booking form, where you will have to select your preferred departure date. Then, fill in each participant’s personal information. The final step is payment, which can be made by credit or debit card.
In addition, there are additional options available such as the Colca tourist ticket (necessary for income), entrance to the Chivay hot springs or a buffet with typical dishes of the region. These additional services can be arranged and booked in advance through our website.
Of course, you can store your luggage or extra belongings safely. If you do the classic tour and return to Arequipa, you can leave your large suitcases in our office or at your hotel. If your plan is to continue your journey from Chivay to Puno, all your bags will travel safely with you in the luggage compartment of our tourist transport. At the end of the service, we at wperu-travel will make sure that you take all your belongings with you immediately.
There are several reasons. First of all, we use modern, spacious and air-conditioned tourist transport units, ideal for long routes and cold areas of the mountains. Secondly, we work exclusively with official bilingual tour guides who have in-depth knowledge of the valleys’ culture and key viewpoints. Third, we include scheduled stops and assistance at the best observation points, such as the Mirador de la Cruz del Condor, avoiding the crowds. Finally, we limit group sizes to provide a comfortable, high-quality experience.
In case you feel unwell or are affected by the altitude at the highest points of the route (such as the Andes viewpoint at 4,900 meters), the world travel team is fully prepared to help you. Our transport units have a full first aid kit and medical oxygen on board for immediate attention. Our guide will prioritize your health and, if necessary, coordinate prompt care at the Chivay health center.
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