From Arequipa: Colca Canyon Full-Day Tour
ID: GYG924192-1444679
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País: Perú
Duración:
1 días
Descripción
Discover the Colca Canyon on a full-day tour from Arequipa. Enjoy a traditional breakfast in Chivay, see the majestic flight of condors, and visit the towns of Chivay, Yanque, and Maca.
Explore the Colca Canyon on a full-day tour from Arequipa. Admire the Condor Cross Viewpoint, see the colonial churches and pre-Inca tombs at the Antahuilque, Wayrapunko, and Maca viewpoints, and relax in the Chacapi Hot Springs.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Arequipa. In case your hotel is far away, meet at the Plaza de Armas in Arequipa. Head to the town of Chivay, located at an altitude of 3400 meters above sea level. Enjoy breakfast, traditional drinks, and a rest as part of the acclimatization to the altitude.
Head to the Condor Cross Viewpoint, where you can admire one of the world’s deepest canyons. At this same location, you’ll find the Condor Sanctuary, with a high probability of witnessing the majestic flight of condors right above your head. There is also a possibility of seeing eagles.
On the way back to Chivay, visit the Antahuilque, Wayrapunko, and Maca viewpoints. Here, you can appreciate colonial churches, pre-Inca tombs, and terraces. Pass through the town of Yanque, where you can access the hot springs (optional), with water temperatures ranging from 35°C to 38°C. Enjoy an hour to relax in the hot springs.
Continue your journey to the town of Chivay, where you will have lunch before returning to the city of Arequipa. During the return journey to Arequipa, make a stop at the Patapampa viewpoint, where you can admire the Ampato, Sabancaya, and Hulca Hulca volcanoes.
Make a stop at the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, where you can spot vicuñas, alpacas, and llamas. From this point, head to the city of Arequipa, where you will be dropped off near the Plaza de Armas.
Lo más destacado
- Take in the stunning views of the Colca Canyon from the Condor Cross Viewpoint
- See the majestic flight of condors and eagles at the Condor Cross Viewpoint
- Visit the towns of Chivay, Yanque, and Maca and learn about their history
- Enjoy a traditional breakfast in Chivay and a lunch in the town of Chivay
- Spot vicuñas, alpacas, and llamas at the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve
Lenguajes de guiado
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE
The tour starts early in the morning at 3:00 AM.
You will be returned to the city of Arequipa around 5:30 PM.
It's recommended to acclimatize to the altitude before the tour.
Bring cash for personal expenses as not all places may accept credit cards.
The temperature can vary, so dressing in layers is advisable.
INCLUIDO
- Tourist transportation
- Hotel pick-up
- Official bilingual guide (English-Spanish)
- Breakfast
NO INCLUYE
- Entrance ticket
- Access to the hot springs
- Lunch and personal expenses
¿Cuándo debo reservar?
Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.
Cancelaciones
Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.