Arequipa – Colca Canyon 2 days 1 night
- Description
- Itinerary
- Incluye
Day 01: Arequipa – Chivay
At 7:30 a.m., passengers will be picked up from their hotels in downtown Arequipa, and we will begin our excursion northeast, arriving at Pampa Cañahuas (Aguada Blanca and Salinas National Reserve), home to vicuñas and guanacos. In the Tojra wetlands, we will see various migratory birds, such as flamingos and wild ducks.
Next, we will continue to the Mirador de los Volcanes (Volcanoes Viewpoint), at an altitude of 4,800 m.a.s.l., from where the Western Cordillera can be seen.
We'll arrive in Chivay around 1:30 p.m., where we'll have lunch. After settling into our accommodation, we'll visit the La Calera hot springs. This place, surrounded by mountains, features hot springs that mix with cold water to reach an ideal temperature of 35°C, perfect for relaxing. Afterward, we'll return to our accommodation.
Day 02: Cruz del Condor Viewpoint – Arequipa
Day 02: Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint – Arequipa
At 6:00 a.m., after breakfast, we set off towards the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, passing through impressive canyon landscapes.
Along the way, we will see the Colca River, pre-Columbian tombs, ancient agricultural terraces, and our guide will explain about the indigenous groups of the Colca Valley.
Upon arriving at the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, we will have approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to admire the canyon and observe the condors in flight, as well as take short walks.
On our way back to Chivay, we'll visit traditional villages like Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, with their colonial churches. We'll have lunch in Chivay before returning to Arequipa, arriving around 5:00 p.m.
| HORARIO | ACTIVIDADES |
|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. | Recojo de sus hoteles en el centro de la ciudad de Arequipa. |
| 8:00 a.m. | Salida con destino a Chivay con paradas en el trayecto. |
| 12:30 p.m. | Arribo al pueblo de Chivay e instalación en su hospedaje. |
| 1:00 p.m. | Almuerzo en el pueblo de Chivay (no incluido). |
| 3:30 p.m. | Visita a los baños termales de la Calera. |
| 6:30 p.m. | Cena típica y pernocte en Chivay. |
INCLUDES:
✅ Transporte turístico.
✅ Guía profesional (español / inglés).
✅ Alimentación (1 desayuno + 1 almuerzo).
✅ Hospedaje básico.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
❌ BTC (Boleto turístico del Colca).
❌ Entradas a baños termales en Chivay.
❌ Almuerzo buffet en Chivay.
❌ Otros no mencionados en el tour.
