SILLAR ROUTE - AREQUIPA
ID: GYG709917-1159876
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Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 04:30 hours
Description
Embark on a journey through Arequipa's history as we explore volcanic stone quarries and the enigmatic Culebrillas ravine.
We will pick you up at the agreed time to head towards the northern part of the city approximately 30 minutes away and we will tour the volcanic stone quarries, transporting us to the origins and the way in which the historic center of the city of Arequipa was built.
We will visit the enigmatic Culebrillas ravine, an imposing virgin quarry on a narrow path formed by the erosion of water and wind over time. In addition to experiencing sensations of majesty and mystery, we can find petroglyphs.
We will also visit quarries in current exploitation and we will observe firsthand the ancestral process of extracting larger blocks and carving the ashlar carried out by the stonemasons with simple tools such as the bar, the rope and the chisel. We will be surprised to see how laborious masters carve the front of the church of the Company of Jesus on a cliff, demonstrating singular skill and dexterity.
Once the service is over, you will be dropped off at your hotel or, if you wish, in the city center or nearby restaurant.
We will pick you up at the agreed time to head towards the northern part of the city approximately 30 minutes away and we will tour the volcanic stone quarries, transporting us to the origins and the way in which the historic center of the city of Arequipa was built.
We will visit the enigmatic Culebrillas ravine, an imposing virgin quarry on a narrow path formed by the erosion of water and wind over time. In addition to experiencing sensations of majesty and mystery, we can find petroglyphs.
We will also visit quarries in current exploitation and we will observe firsthand the ancestral process of extracting larger blocks and carving the ashlar carried out by the stonemasons with simple tools such as the bar, the rope and the chisel. We will be surprised to see how laborious masters carve the front of the church of the Company of Jesus on a cliff, demonstrating singular skill and dexterity.
Once the service is over, you will be dropped off at your hotel or, if you wish, in the city center or nearby restaurant.
Highlights
- Explore volcanic stone quarries
- Encounter the enigmatic Culebrillas ravine
- Witness the ancestral craft of stone extraction and carving by skilled artisans
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Tourism transportation.
- Pick up from your hotel.
- Bilingual guide (English / Spanish).
NOT INCLUDED
- Admission.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.