From Arequipa: Colca Canyon and Puno Bus Tour
ID: GYG875687-1378293
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the Colca Canyon and Puno on a bus tour from Arequipa. Admire the views of the Cruz del Condor, relax in the Chacapi hot springs, and see the Salinas and Lagunillas Reserve.
Discover the Colca Canyon on a full-day tour from Arequipa to Puno. See the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, visit the town of Chivay, and relax in the Chacapi hot springs. Admire the views of the Andes and the volcanoes of Patapampa.
Start your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Arequipa. Drive to Chivay, a town in the Colca Canyon, and enjoy a delicious breakfast of bread and jam, juice, and coffee or tea.
Continue to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where you can admire the Colca Canyon in all its glory. Learn about the canyon, one of the deepest in the world, and see the Andean condors that call the canyon home.
Leave the viewpoint and continue your journey, stopping at the town of Antahuillque. Then, head to the Chacapi hot springs, where you can relax in the natural pools for an hour.
After your dip, return to Chivay and enjoy some free time for lunch. Then, meet your guide and head to Puno, your final destination. On the way, stop at the Patapampa viewpoint to admire the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. Finally, stop at the Salinas and Lagunillas Reserve to see herds of camels and flocks of wild birds.
Highlights
- Admire the stunning views of the Colca Canyon from the Cruz del Condor
- Soak in the natural hot springs of Chacapi and relax in the warm waters
- Stop at the Patapampa viewpoint to admire the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes
- See the Salinas and Lagunillas Reserve, home to herds of camels and wild birds
- Enjoy a delicious breakfast in Chivay and free time to have lunch on your own
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour starts early in the morning, be ready by 3:00 AM.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking.
Bring swimwear for the thermal baths.
Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning views.
Stay hydrated and bring snacks for the journey.
Respect the local wildlife and environment.
Be prepared for changes in weather, especially at high altitudes.
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.