Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon Tour from Puno to Arequipa 2 days / 1 night

You will observe migratory birds in Lagunillas, we will make several stops en route. We will enjoy a walk in Coporaque to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and nature of this side of the valley; as well as a pre-Inca cemetery. On the second day, we will come to the point of view called “Cruz del Condor” where you have a very beautiful view of the Colca Canyon. On the return, we will stop in the towns of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, with their beautiful colonial churches. Our journey ends in the City of Arequipa.

Price ~~$160~~

$150 pp

Duration

2-Day

Destination

Chivay – Arequipa

Small group

2 – 10 people

Transportation

Bus

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Itinerary Summary

Day 1: We pick you up from your hotel between 06:00 am. During the tour, we will observe several mountains and snow-capped mountains. The first stop is Lagunilla where we will have the opportunity to observe migratory birds we will make several stops en route such as Patapampa, and Mirador de Volcanes. Then in the afternoon, we will arrive at Chivay where you can do various activities.
Day 2: Early breakfast, we continue at 06:30 am in our private transport to the view-point called ” Cruz del Condor”. Then we will have a magnificent view of the Colca Canyon.

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Difficulty

The difficulty is Moderate, The travel to Chivay is by bus. Only due to the high passes you travel over on the bus trip you may feel the effects of altitude until arriving at the valley of Chivay.

Itinerary

Depart from Puno to Chivay at 06:10 am. Approx at 08:30 am, the group arrives at Lagunillas. We see a number of small lakes where we will have the opportunity to observe migratory birds, including beautiful flamingos. By 10:15 am, stop in Pampa Cañahuas: Coca leaf tea. At 11:15 am, we will make several stops en route such as Patapampa, Mirador de Volcanes, the highest point of the route (4900 masl.). From here, you can appreciate various mountain peaks belonging to the western mountains, such as the Sabancaya, Ampato, the Misti, Chachani, etc. We will also appreciate the cairns, mounds of rocks, that were left by travelers in order to ask for a safe trip.

By 12:00 pm, arrive at Chicaye: Hotel La Paskana. At 15:00, our private transport will transfer us towards the colorful town “Pueblito” of Coporaque, from where we will initiate a walk of approximately 2 hours, to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and nature of this side of the valley; as well as a pre-Inca cemetery located in the skirts of a mountain. You will notice that this region was intensively populated by Andean communities.

At 17:00, on return from the walk you have the opportunity to enjoy the thermal baths in the lime kiln whose thermo-medicinals waters oscillate between 35º to 38º degrees Celsius in the swimming pools. At 20:00 Hrs, Dinner is accompanied by a folkloric show; be ready for the Peru Andean dances.

After early breakfast, we continue at 06:30 am in our private transport to the view-point called ” Cruz del Cóndor ” about a 1.5-hour drive into this National Park where you have a very beautiful view of the Colca Canyon. This is also the place where you should be able to observe several flying condors, sometimes passing very close to you (up to a few meters). Just near this area, your tour guide will show you the Pre-Inca tombs hanging in the mountains. Plenty of time to spend in this natural region for pictures and gentle walking around the San Pedro cactus area.

On the return, we will stop in the towns of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, with their beautiful colonial churches, as well as in the viewpoints of Choquetico and Antahuilque, from where we will observe impressive andenería farming platforms of the valley, and tombs in pre-Incas scale models. Lunch at 13:00 then Return and Arrival at the City of Arequipa from 17:00 to 18:00 Hrs.

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Items to bring

Price

Pick up from your Hotel in Puno at 06:00 am.
Tour Bus from Puno to Chivay.
Specialist English-speaking tour guide.
Visit small typical towns near Cruz del Condor and Chivay.
Accommodation in Chivay (Based on a double or triple accommodation).
Tour bus transport to Arequipa.
1 breakfast.

Tourist Entry Ticket to the Colca Valley is $22 per person.
Meals during your tour.
Entry to the hot springs’ thermal baths is $8 per person.
Single supplement for solo travelers $30.
Extra drinks and snacks.
Tips for guide.

Warm clothes for the night and early morning.
Sturdy shoes.
A day pack.
Camera and recharger.
Water to drink.
Sunblock.
Rain jacket.
Sunglasses, sun hat.
Mosquito repellent.
Bathing suit.
Money for souvenirs and drinks.
Travel towels, sandals.
Flashlight, batteries.

PRICES

Group service price: $150 per person.

Single Supplement

Single Supplement applies for solo travelers $30.

Meals

Breakfast

Day:

Lunch

Day:

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Dinner

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Colca Canyon Tour from Puno to Arequipa 2 days / 1 night

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Accommodations

In Chivay – Arequipa

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Casa Andina Standard Colca – read more

Chivay - Arequipa

Casa Andina Standard Colca ★★★

Located in the Colca Valley. It is a cozy and rustic hotel built on the basis of individual houses made of stone with strewn paths. The rustic accommodation is simply furnished and comes equipped with a work desk and a heater for the Andean climate.

Free Wi-Fi only in the lobby (not available in rooms)

24-hour front desk

Breakfast

Restaurant

Non-smoking hotel

Parking lot

Bar

Luggage storage

Oxygen in reception

Grilling area