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Arequipa and Colca Canyon 3D / 2N

★ 4.9 · Excellent Multi-dayNatureCity Difficulty: easy 3 days / 2 nights

About this tour

Arequipa, the White City, is built from volcanic sillar stone at the foot of El Misti. We tour its historic center, its viewpoints and the Santa Catalina Monastery.

Then we head up to the Colca Valley: colonial villages, hot springs and the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, where you can watch the Andean condor fly.

4,910 mVolcanoes viewpoint
Condorflying free
2hotel nights

Options

3-star hotelDouble room with breakfast.US$ 260
4-star hotelDouble room with breakfast.US$ 360

What’s included

  • 1 night in Arequipa and 1 night in Chivay with breakfast
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • City tour and Colca tour
  • Lunches in Chivay
  • Bilingual guide
  • Flights or bus
  • Colca tourist ticket
  • Santa Catalina and La Calera entrance fees
  • Tips

Itinerary

Start: Daily departuresDuration: 3 days / 2 nights

Times are approximate and may vary with weather, traffic and the group’s pace.

Day 1 · Arequipa

MorningWelcome and transfer to the hotel.
14:00City tour: Yanahuara and Carmen Alto viewpoints, main square and the Church of La Compañía.
16:30Santa Catalina Monastery.

Day 2 · Colca Valley

08:00Departure through the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve (vicuñas).
11:00Volcanoes viewpoint (4,910 m).
13:00Lunch in Chivay.
15:30La Calera hot springs. Night in Chivay.

Day 3 · Cruz del Cóndor

06:00Departure to Cruz del Cóndor.
08:00Andean condor watching.
10:00Villages of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque.
13:00Lunch in Chivay and return to Arequipa (arrival approx. 17:30).

What to bring

Pack these essentials and enjoy the trip worry-free.

  • Warm clothes (the Colca is cold)In the Andes the weather changes in minutes.
  • SwimsuitFor the hot springs or lakes.
  • Sunscreen and sunglassesUV radiation is very strong at altitude.
  • Cash in solesFor entrance fees and local purchases.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I always see the condor?

It is very likely, especially from April to December, but as wildlife it cannot be guaranteed.

Does the altitude affect you?

The route crosses 4,910 m. We recommend staying hydrated and avoiding heavy meals.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure on day tours. For packages with hotels, we will share the conditions when you book.

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We reply personally from Cusco, usually within minutes. No call centers, no long forms.

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