Arequipa: Excursion to the Colca Canyon ending in Puno.
ID: GYG831967-1319944
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Dare to contemplate one of the most impressive views of the Andean country on this excursion to the Colca Canyon. We will depart from Arequipa and leave you in Puno to continue exploring Peru.
Itinerary
We will pick you up at your hotel in Arequipa at 3:15 AM, and after a three-hour bus ride through southern Peru, we will arrive in the town of Chivay, located over 3,000 meters above sea level. Here, we will make a stop for a delicious breakfast consisting of bread with butter and jam, juice, and coffee or tea. With our batteries recharged, we will head to the viewpoint of the Cruz del Cóndor. From here, you can admire the Colca Canyon in all its splendor. Did you know it is one of the deepest canyons in the world? Additionally, we may see some condors, as this area is perfect for this species of bird to soar.
We will leave the viewpoint and continue our route visiting other towns and viewpoints in the Colca Canyon such as Wayrapunko or Antahuillque. Around 11:30 AM, we will head to the Chacapi hot springs, where you will spend an hour enjoying its natural pools. After this soak, we will return to Chivay, where you will have free time for lunch on your own. Finally, we will regroup and set off for Puno, our final destination. During the journey, which lasts about six hours, we will make stops to stretch our legs at the Patapampa viewpoint, from where you can admire the majesty of the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. We will also stop at the Salinas and Lagunillas Reserve to see if we are lucky enough to spot any herds of camelids or flocks of wild birds that inhabit these areas. We will conclude the excursion at the Puno Terminal at approximately 7:30 PM.
Highlights
- The incredible tour with visit to the majestic Colca Canyon
- A pleasant time in the hot springs.
- We will take you to the city of Puno.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel pick up in Arequipa.
- Transportation by bus.
- English and Spanish speaking guide.
- Continental breakfast.
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch.
- Entrance to the Colca Canyon: 70 S/ per person.
- Entrance fee to the Chacapi hot springs: 15 S/ per person.
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.