From Arequipa: Tour to Colca Canyon + Transfer to Cusco Colca Canyon Tour in Arequipa Ending in Cusco
ID: GYG695126-1145256
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
We are the only operators of this route with daily departures so you can enjoy the best of the Colca Canyon, then charming view of the natural complexes on the way from CHIVAY (COLCA) to Cusco
DAY 1
02:30 to 03:00 AM we begin the ADVENTURE TOUR IN COLCA 01 DAY with the pick-up of the passengers at the different hotels, to begin the trip through Yura. The trip will be made directly to the Cruz del Condor, stopping only for breakfast.
At approximately 08:30 we will arrive at the Cruz del Cóndor from where we can appreciate one of the deepest canyons in the world and where the condor sanctuary is located. On the way back we will stop in the towns of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque that have beautiful colonial churches; as well as at the Antahuilque and Choquetico Viewpoints from where we can observe the pre-Inca tombs and models and the beautiful landscape of Colca with its impressive terraces. In addition, we will appreciate the typical costumes, the camelids and trained birds, and traditional drinks such as the Colca Sour made from Sancayo.
10:30 We will make an important stop in the traditional town of MACA, WHERE we will meet with the residents, learn about their traditions, typical dresses as well as drinks made from natural products.
11:30 After this magnificent experience, on the way we head to the Chacapi thermal baths, wells with natural views, where we will have the option to relax with these beautiful waters. Or enjoy the landscape for a while, and even choose an adventure activity such as Canopy, ATV or Kayak.
12:30 Then we will have an hour of lunch in Chivay, then the guide will guide us so that we can settle in our respective accommodation, he will leave us in the main square of Chivay, then once we are accommodated we can enjoy a free afternoon and rest in the vicinity of this beautiful valley called “EL COLCA”
1:30 p.m. Free afternoon to visit the town, get to know its streets, option to go to other hot springs and even meet in a restaurant to see the typical Colca dances, or look for some adventure activity such as ATVs, horses or Canopy.
7:30 pm. Overnight at your respective hotel.
DAY 2:
Our trip begins at 07:00 am, heading to the upper part of the Colca Valley, we will pass through traditional towns such as Tuti and Sibayo, we will make a stop to appreciate the impressive Callalli castles (rock formations that look like medieval castles formed by water erosion and wind).
Afterwards we will pass near the Condoroma Dam”, at this point we will find 4737 meters above sea level, our next stop will be in the “stone forest” located in the area of Yauri (traditional town), continuing our way towards Cusco. We will stop at the “Langui lagoon”, a magnificent natural mirror 25 km long.
In the final part of the trip we will stop for 50 minutes in Sicuani so that passengers who wish can enjoy a buffet lunch or see some other options, we resume our trip and then we will pass through the towns of Andahuaylillas and Urcos, arriving at the imperial city from Cusco nearby at 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 pm.
Highlights
- Visit the Colca Canyon ending in the city of Cusco
- Enjoy the hot springs in Colca
- Appreciate the majestic flight of the Condor in the Canyon
- Get to know the Inca Route: Towns of Tuti, Sibayo, Callalli and Sicuani
- Enjoy the imposing rock castles of Callalli
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If it is only for one person, check availability by email according to the date of your trip. The reservation is accepted from 2 people
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.