Full Day Tour to Colca from Arequipa
Overview
Refresh yourself in its thermal pools, taste the gastronomy of the Colca Valley based on high Andean products.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Official tour guide
- Breakfast - Our breakfast consists of bread, scrambled eggs, jam, butter, tea, coffee and juice.
- Lunch - We will stop at a restaurant to enjoy a free varied buffet lunch. All food options are traditional dishes based on high Andean products
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Abra Patapampa, Carretera 1SE, 30 Kms south of Chivay, Chivay 04145 Peru
We start the excursion at 3:00 am, We go to Patapampa, where we will make a stop at the impressive Mirador de los Volcanes, the highest part of our tour at 4900 meters above sea level, from this point you will get great views of the mountain ranges that surround Arequipa and the Colca Valley.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
We headed to Chivay, located at 3630 meters above sea level; Here we will enjoy breakfast, and then embark on a tour where we will appreciate wonderful landscapes, pre-Inca terraces, as well as native flora and fauna.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Yanque, Yanque, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Visit the Town of Yanque, a traditional town, where we will observe the typical dance of the Colca Valley, the "Wititi" known as the dance of love, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
In addition, you can visit the temple of La Santísima Concepción de Yanque, rebuilt in the 17th century.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mirador Antahuilque, -15.621497, -71.828881, 04130, Peru
On the way back, we will stop at the Huayra Punko viewpoint, in Pinchollo, and then at the Antahuilque viewpoint, in order to observe some models and pre-Inca hanging tombs. Likewise, we will observe the pre-Inca terraces.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Mirador Cruz del Condor, Cabanaconde Peru
We will arrive at the Cruz del Cóndor to observe the majesty of the Colca Canyon from a strategic point, as well as the flight of the Andean condor (Vultur gryphus), the largest non-marine bird on the planet, named cultural and natural heritage of South America.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Maca, Maca, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
The next stop will be in Maca, a small and picturesque town in the region, where we will taste the traditional Colca Sour drink.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hot Springs Chacapi, Away From the Main Square Of Yanque 2 km, Yanque 04140 Peru
We will visit the hot springs, where you can bathe and relax with its thermo-medicinal properties. Admission is S/15.00
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
We will stop at a restaurant to enjoy a free buffet lunch. All food options are traditional dishes made from Andean products
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pampa de Toccra, 5GFP+VGV, 04140, Peru
We will make another stop at the Toccra Bofedales, where we will see camelids and birds such as Andean ducks and flamingos, as well as migratory birds.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Patahuasi, Patahuasi, Arequipa Region
The last stop will be in Patahuasi, to enjoy a panoramic view in front of Misti and Chachani with stone forests and curious rock formations.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Arequipa ha sido increible 🥰, todo gracias a Puriy los tours son increíbles, súper puntuales y a tiempo !. Lo que más resalte es la calidad de equipo de choferes y guías ! Nos acompañaron en todo momento y fueron súper amables Una experiencia que te debes perder por nada
Arequipa ha sido increible 🥰, todo gracias a Puriy los tours son increíbles, súper puntuales y a tiempo !. Lo que más resalte es la calidad de equipo de choferes y guías ! Nos acompañaron en todo momento y fueron súper amables Una experiencia que te debes perder por nadaUna experiencia maravillosa!! Nos recogieron puntualmente y estuvieron atentos a todas las necesidades del grupo desde temprano ☺️ Nos llevaron a un buffet buenísimo y nos tomaron fotos muy lindas, las vistas del Colca son asombrosas. Los recomiendo totalmente para todos los que quieran un servic...
Una experiencia maravillosa!! Nos recogieron puntualmente y estuvieron atentos a todas las necesidades del grupo desde temprano ☺️ Nos llevaron a un buffet buenísimo y nos tomaron fotos muy lindas, las vistas del Colca son asombrosas. Los recomiendo totalmente para todos los que quieran un servicio de tour seguro y atento 🤍Arequipa fue muy top! El equipo del tour fue muy puntual para el recojo y atentos en todo momentos durante el viaje . Las vistas de los paisajes fueron espectaculares, muy recomendado.
Arequipa fue muy top! El equipo del tour fue muy puntual para el recojo y atentos en todo momentos durante el viaje . Las vistas de los paisajes fueron espectaculares, muy recomendado.The trip was amazing and well organized. We were fortunate enough to see condors! Our tour guide Franco was very educated on the Colca Valley. We had necessary stops for restroom services and to obtain remedies to prevent altitude sickness. The breakfast and lunch stops were delicious as we...
The trip was amazing and well organized. We were fortunate enough to see condors! Our tour guide Franco was very educated on the Colca Valley. We had necessary stops for restroom services and to obtain remedies to prevent altitude sickness. The breakfast and lunch stops were delicious as well. I would definitely recommend tours through this company after purchasing from the US.The views were amazing. Johnny was a good tour guide. He was knowledgeable and always asked us how were doing.He asked us if we wanted to go zip lining. And he took us there.you have no idea , it was the highlight of my trip in Peru. He offered to take my pictures because I'm a solo tra...
The views were amazing. Johnny was a good tour guide. He was knowledgeable and always asked us how were doing.He asked us if we wanted to go zip lining. And he took us there.you have no idea , it was the highlight of my trip in Peru. He offered to take my pictures because I'm a solo traveller. Gracias por todas Johnny ! This was an unforgettable experience! The buffet lunch was awesome!Con la bendición de Dios y un excelente duo de guías Franco y Miguel hicieron que mi visita fuera la mejor experiencia e inolvidable , hise hice el tour con mis dos pequeños de 7 y 5 años, los guías muy organizados , arta paciencia , buen conocimiento del lugar ,en cada lugar nos dejaron el tiemp...
Con la bendición de Dios y un excelente duo de guías Franco y Miguel hicieron que mi visita fuera la mejor experiencia e inolvidable , hise hice el tour con mis dos pequeños de 7 y 5 años, los guías muy organizados , arta paciencia , buen conocimiento del lugar ,en cada lugar nos dejaron el tiempo suficiente ,contaron unas bellas historias..,etc. Gracias chicos por hacer que mi visita al Colca fuera inolvidable .