One day excursion to Colca Canyon + Transfer to Puno

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ID: GYG764370-1230302
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Country: Peru

Duration: 1 days


Description

Enjoy breathtaking views, condor watching and a local lunch, and then continue your journey to the city of Puno.
02:30 to 03:00 AM - We start the ONE-DAY ADVENTURE TOUR TO COLCA with the pickup of passengers from various hotels to begin the journey through Yura. The trip will be direct to the Cruz del Cóndor, with only a stop for breakfast.

Approximately 08:30 AM - We will arrive at the Cruz del Cóndor, where we can admire one of the deepest canyons in the world and the condor sanctuary. On the way back, we will stop in the villages of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, which feature beautiful colonial churches. We will also visit the Antahuilque and Choquetico Viewpoints to see pre-Inca tombs and models, as well as the stunning Colca landscape with its impressive terracing. Additionally, we will appreciate traditional costumes, domesticated camelids, and traditional beverages such as Colca Sour, made in Sancayo.

11:30 AM - On the way, we will head to the Chacapi hot springs, which offer natural views.

12:30 PM - We will enjoy a buffet lunch with typical local food in Chivay, and then board the tourist transport to Puno.

01:30 PM - On the return trip, we will stop at the Volcano Viewpoint (the highest point at 4,910 meters above sea level), at the Tocrapampa wetlands to observe the diversity of wild birds, herds of alpacas and llamas; and at Pampa Cañahuas to see herds of vicuñas (part of the Aguada Blanca and Salinas National Reserve), the beautiful South American camelid with one of the finest fibers in the world, and high-altitude lagoons near Puno.

Highlights

  • Full Day Colca Canyon Excursion and visit to the viewpoints
  • Visit the hot springs of the Colca Canyon.
  • Arrive in Puno at the end of the tour, visit Lake Titicaca.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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.