2-day tour of the Colca Canyon ending in Arequipa

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ID: GYG657360-1086626
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Country: Peru

Duration: 2 days


Description

On this 2-day tour we will discover the beautiful landscapes of the Colca Canyon. We will begin the tour in Puno and end in Arequipa, enjoying a unique route in Peru.
Day 1: Puno - Chivay

We will pick you up at the meeting point and head to Chivay, about 300 kilometers away. Along the way, we will cross the beautiful landscape of the high plateau, where we will see wetlands, lagoons, streams and plains. We will also see various specimens of mammals such as vicuñas, llamas and alpacas, as well as a wide variety of birds such as flamingos and guallatas, among others.
We will continue the route to Patahuasi, and from there we will enter the Colca Canyon. On this route we will pass through the crater of the extinct Chucura volcano and we will stop at the volcano viewpoint, where we will appreciate a large part of the Western Cordillera from 4910 meters.
Finally, between 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. we will arrive at a hotel in Chivay where you can have lunch on your own. Dinner, which will also be on your own, and accommodation will take place at this establishment.
You can take advantage of the free time after eating to visit Chivay at your leisure, or to enjoy the town's famous thermal baths.
Day 2: Chivay - Cruz del Cóndor - Chivay - Arequipa
We will have breakfast at the hotel and start the day by taking you to the Cruz del Cóndor, the most important viewpoint of the Colca Canyon. There you will have two hours of free time to admire the beauty of the landscape and, who knows, maybe you will get lucky and see the majestic condors fly.
Afterwards, we will return by bus to Chivay passing through the beautiful Andean towns of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque. We will also cross the terraces, archaeological remains and narrow paths of the Colca Canyon. Did you know that it is one of the deepest in the world?
Once we arrive in Chivay, you will have a free hour for lunch and, around 1:00 p.m., we will return to Arequipa. Arrival in this city is scheduled between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Highlights

  • We will cross the beautiful landscape of the high plateau.
  • we will appreciate a large part of the Western Cordillera
  • Cruz del Cóndor, the most important viewpoint of the Colca Canyon.

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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.