Full Day Colca Canyon

AREQUIPA! Full Day Colca Canyon + Viewpoints + Hot Springs + Traditional Villages.

Arequipa, the “White City,” is the gateway to one of the deepest canyons in the world: the majestic Colca Canyon. This incredible destination offers stunning landscapes with ancient agricultural terraces and viewpoints where you can observe the flight of the majestic Andean condor. During the tour, you will also visit picturesque traditional villages that preserve their rich cultural heritage, with colonial churches and ancestral customs. Additionally, you can relax in the hot springs, enjoying a moment of tranquility surrounded by Andean nature. With a perfect combination of adventure, culture, and relaxation, Colca Canyon is a must-visit destination for those looking to explore the beauty and diversity of the Arequipa region.

🕝 Daily Departures: 3:00 am

🚌 Meeting Point:

• Plaza de Armas de Arequipa – (Corner of Calle Portal San Agustín and Calle Puente Bolognesi): 2:45 AM

📍 Itinerary:

3:00 am – Departure from Arequipa:
We will start our excursion at the meeting point (Plaza de Armas de Arequipa) to embark on the journey along the Yura road to the picturesque town of Chivay, where we will enjoy a delicious typical breakfast before continuing our tour.

8:00 am – Cruz del Cóndor:
Our next stop will be the famous Cruz del Cóndor, an impressive viewpoint from where we can appreciate the majestic flight of the Andean condor and contemplate one of the deepest canyons in the world: Colca Canyon. An unforgettable natural spectacle!

10:00 am – Viewpoints of Antahuilque and Choquetico:
On our way back, we will stop at the viewpoints of Antahuilque and Choquetico, from where we can admire the pre-Inca agricultural terraces and the stunning landscape of Colca, with its terraces extending along the valley.

11:00 am – Visit to the villages of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque:
We will continue our route through the picturesque villages of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, famous for their beautiful colonial churches and rich history. Each stop will be an opportunity to discover the culture and tradition of the Andean towns.

12:00 pm – Hot Springs of Chacapi:
We will have free time to relax in the hot springs of Chacapi, surrounded by the impressive Andean mountains. A moment of rest and well-being in an incomparable natural setting.

1:00 pm – Lunch in Chivay:
We will head to Chivay to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, where you can taste the delicious traditional cuisine of the region.

2:00 pm – Patapampa Viewpoint (4,910 m.a.s.l.):
On the way back, we will stop at the Patapampa Viewpoint, the highest point of the route, from where you can see the Ampato, Sabancaya, and Hualca Hualca volcanoes. A spectacular Andean panorama!

3:00 pm – Tocra Wetlands and Pampa Cañahuas:
We will continue our journey through the Tocra wetlands, home to a rich diversity of wild birds, and Pampa Cañahuas, where we will see herds of alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas, these majestic camelids that are part of the National Reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca.

6:00 pm – Arrival in Arequipa:
Finally, we will arrive in the city of Arequipa at approximately 6:00 pm, concluding a day full of stunning landscapes and unforgettable experiences.

✅ Includes:

• Breakfast
• Bilingual professional guide
• Tourist transportation

❌ Does Not Include:

• Tips
• Buffet Lunch
• Adventure sports
• Entry to the Hot Springs of Chacapi (S/ 15 soles)
• Colca tourist ticket (S/ 20 for Peruvians, S/ 40 for Latin Americans, and S/ 70 for foreigners).