4-hour excursion: Ruta del Sillar with Hiking in Culebrillas

An enchanting experience where we will learn about the origin of Sillar, a unique material in Peru, which allowed the construction of the entire historic center of Arequipa.
Sillar Route Tour

Itinerary:

09:15 AM: Start of the tour to the Sillar Route, a sightseeing tour that explores the history and culture related to sillar, a volcanic stone used in the construction of historic buildings in Arequipa.

First Stop - Strategic Viewpoint:

Description: We will make a brief stop at an emblematic viewpoint from where you can appreciate a panoramic view of the volcanoes and the Chilina Valley. Depending on the time of the year, we may first visit another traditional viewpoint to observe the volcanoes.
Second Stop - Añashuayco Quarry:

Arrival: Approximately 45 minutes after leaving the viewpoint.
Description: We will visit this working quarry where the ashlar is extracted. You will see an immense canyon with ignimbrite cliffs formed by the extraction of stone.
Activities:
You will learn about the history of ashlar, its production and use over time.
You will see a mega carving of the Church of the Society of Jesus made by the stonemasons.
You will have the opportunity to interact with a stonemason and experience the process of cutting stone blocks.
Third Stop - Quebrada de Culebrillas:

Arrival: Approximately 30 minutes after leaving the Añashuayco Quarry.
Description: We will take a walk of approximately 20 minutes through the interior of this small canyon, formed by the passage of water, with walls of 15 to 20 meters high.
Highlights:
We will observe petroglyphs made by the Wari culture more than a thousand years ago.
Last Stop - Apachetas:

Description: Before returning to the city, we will see the Apachetas, stone formations placed one on top of the other that symbolize gratitude towards nature and are considered a good luck attraction, creating a mystical sensation.
12:30 PM: Start of the return trip to the city of Arequipa.

13:30 PM: Arrival in downtown Arequipa, with disembarkation near the Plaza de Armas.

Note: We also offer an option for the 14:00 PM shift.

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.

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.