Explore the Loncco Route: Full Day Excursion from Arequipa
ID: GYG832883-1321205
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore the Loncco Route and discover the charming villages of Arequipa: Sabandía, Mollebaya, Quequeña and Yarabamba await you.
Itinerary
We will pick you up at your hotel in Arequipa at 6:30 a.m. to begin the Lonco Route, where you will enjoy natural landscapes and lesser known but fascinating villages.
We will start in Quequeña, visiting the Museum of the Martyrs and the ancient petroglyphs of Guayalopo and Curlaca, with more than 1500 years of history. We will tell you about the Loncco, an iconic Arequipa character that will surprise you.
Then, appreciate the views from the Cerro Soncomarca viewpoint and explore the Quequeña church. Continue to Sogay, famous for its palm tree plaza and ashlar houses overlooking the Yarabamba River.
Next stop will be the Uzuña lagoon in Polobaya, where you can go canoeing, kayaking or fishing. Afterwards, you will have free time for lunch.
We will visit Molleybaya, where we will explore the historic center and the communal fulling mill, followed by Characato, with its square and impressive springs.
We will finish in Sabandía, admiring the church of the Virgin of the Rosary and a 17th century mill. We will return to Arequipa, finishing near the Plaza de Armas at 17:00 hours.
Highlights
- A new tourist option in Arequipa.
- Discover seven charming villages in the White City.
- Visit the most traditional places in the outskirts of Arequipa.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pick up at the hotel.
- Transportation by minibus.
- English and Spanish speaking guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Snacks.
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch.
- Kayak or boat trip in Uzuña: 10 S/ (2,60 US$).
- Fishing in Uzuña: 20 S/ (5,20 US$).
- Canopy in Mollebaya: 25 S/ (6,50 US$).
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.