Come to AREQUIPA to discover the beauty of the city, visiting amazing
convents, temples and colonial mansions, as well as the historic
center considered as a UNESCO CULTURAL HERITAGE SITE.
Explore this fantastic place surrounded by volcanoes and impressive
mountains, located just 3 hours from the impressive COLCA VALLEY.
Get to know one of the DEEPEST CANYONS IN THE WORLD, where we will
find beautiful landscapes surrounded by platforms, snow-capped
mountains and incredible FAUNA.
Reception at the airport or bus station and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the so-called "White City", the Plaza de
Armas, the Cloisters of the Company and the residential districts of
Yanahuara and Chilina from where it is possible to appreciate a
magnificent view of the Misti volcano. Afternoon free to continue
exploring the attractions offered by this colonial city. Chance also
to taste the good cuisine of Arequipa or stroll through its pleasant
and colonial.
We will visit the Convent of Santa Catalina (a city within the city).
Overnight at Arequipa city.
Our adventure begins in the morning in the city of Arequipa, as we
embark on an exciting 160 km journey to the city of Chivay.
Along the way, we will pass through the charming village of Yura,
whose streets and squares have been declared historical monuments.
We will continue our journey through Pampa de Arrieros and Pampa
Cañahuas, home to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve in
the Colca Canyon, where majestic vicuñas roam freely. You`ll have the
chance to marvel at the beauty of these creatures while we admire this
incredible landscape.
We will make a brief stop in Patahuasi for you to enjoy a refreshing
coca tea, a traditional hot beverage from the Andes that greatly helps
with altitude sickness. You`ll also have the opportunity to admire
beautiful birds, such as flamingos, during our short stop at the Tocra
wetlands. We`ll follow the route passing by the crater of the Chucura
volcano, and we`ll stop at a fantastic viewpoint of the volcanoes.
We`ll continue visiting charming picturesque villages and enjoy
impressive views of the volcanoes from a viewpoint, conducting a
cultural tour in the villages of the Colca Valley.
Finally, we will arrive in Chivay, where you will have free time for
lunch (optional). We will transfer you to your hotel for a short rest.
Afterwards, we will explore the town of Chivay and its market,
immersing ourselves in the Andean culture high in the Colca Canyon.
Then, we will visit the La Calera hot springs.
Wake up early to enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading to the
famous Cruz del Condor viewpoint. We will arrive in time to
contemplate the magnificent depth of the Colca Canyon and, if we are
lucky, observe condors in the Colca Canyon.
These impressive birds of prey are some of the largest in the world,
and seeing them fly over the canyon and valley is a magical spectacle
you won`t want to miss.
On our way back to Chivay, we will visit the traditional village of
Pinchollo and the Antahuilque viewpoint, where you can marvel at the
ancient terraces built 1,500 years ago by the Collagua culture, which
preceded the Incas.
We will continue our exploration by visiting Maca, a charming Andean
community that suffered an earthquake in November 1991, and the
village of Yanque, famous for having the most beautiful church in the
valley.
We will return to Chivay for lunch (optional).
Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa and transfer you to
your hotel, closing an unforgettable experience in the Colca Valley.
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport or bus station.
