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5 Days 4 Nights Tour of Arequipa, Colca and more (5 * Hotel)
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5 days and 4 nights
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Language
Spanish / English
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1 passenger
5 Days 4 Nights Tour of Arequipa, Colca and more (5 * Hotel)
This tour shows you the best of the Colca Canyon included to visit the white city of Arequipa. You will have the opportunity to explore Arequipa. You will see the flight of the Condor, relax in the town of Chivay and get to know the colorful local towns and the friendly people that inhabit them. You will also be able to visit the fabulous “Ruta del Sillar” where you will have the opportunity to learn more about this iconic material that characterizes Arequipa.
Departure place
- Arequipa: transfer from the airport or bus station in Arequipa
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Arequipa - City tour
- Once we arrive in Arequipa, we will be picked up and transferred to the hotel. After check-in at the hotel, we will have the morning free to go shopping or rest (It is recommended to arrive before 11 in the morning)
- In the afternoon, around 1:30 p.m. we will begin our tour of the city of Arequipa , we will visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, then we will visit the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful in Peru, the Jesuit Church of the Company, which in Its beautiful facade announces the so-called mestizo architecture, its cloisters and its dome, the house of Tristán del Pozo and at the end, and for a magnificent view of the city, we will visit the typical districts of Carmen alto and Yanahuara (Mirador and Iglesia).
- We will return to Arequipa around 6pm.
- Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 2
Arequipa - Colca Canyon
- At 8:00 am we pick you up from your hotel to leave Arequipa (2,325m) destination to the snow- capped mountain Chachani in our transport.
- We will see wild vicuñas, alpacas and llamas in the Pampa Cañahu National Reserve , as well as birds such as flamingos, ibis, Andean geese, ducks, eagles and Andean people called Kara Kara.
- We will also visit the viewpoint of volcanoes and snowy mountains in Patapampa (4,800m).
- Upon reaching Chivay (3,600 m), the capital of the Colca Valley, we will have lunch and enjoy a free afternoon to rest.
- Overnight in Chivay.
Day 3
Colca Canyon- Arequipa
- Early in the morning after breakfast (around 6:00 am), we leave for a full day tour on the left side of the canyon and visit beautiful towns like Yanque and Maca with colonial churches and friendly people who are happy to show her traditional embroidered clothing.
- See hundreds of pre-Inca terraces that are still used for farming and Andean corn, quinoa, amaranth, and others.
- After a two-hour journey, we arrived at the place I was waiting for: La Cruz del Cóndor. Here we can see the depth of the canyon and the wonderful journey of the condor. Free time to observe the condors and explore the viewpoint. Then we return to Arequipa where we will arrive around 5:00 pm and transfer to your hotel.
- Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 4
Morning:. Sillar Route
- Transfer from the hotel in Arequipa at 08:00 am to go to the Culebrillas quarries (3km from the center of Arequipa), which are located mainly in the district of Cerro Colorado and Yura.
- After the earthquake that occurred in Arequipa in 1687, the massive use of the construction system with Sillar took place, and when it was perfected, it resulted in the beautiful colonial Arequipeña architecture.
- The Sillar quarries come from the eruptions and on the way we will be able to appreciate the cutters of this stone in their daily tasks, as well as some samples of carvings.
- In this place we can see where the masons take Ignimbrite and then patiently develop the Sillar, they will explain the preparation there in detail and we will also learn the history behind the Sillar.
- We return to the city of Arequipa around 12pm and transfer to the hotel in Arequipa.
- Rest of the day free to enjoy Arequipeña gastronomy!
- Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 5
Depart from Arequipa.
- After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
- End of our services!
Includes
- Private transfer airport - hotel - airport in Arequipa (or bus station)
- Visit to the city of Arequipa
- Visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery
- Visit to the Colca Canyon, Cruz del Cóndor, Yanque, Chivay, Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve
- Visit to Sillar Quarries
- Tourist ticket to the Colca Canyon
- Entrance to the Monastery of Santa Catalina
- Professional private guide in English or Spanish
- 3 nights in Arequipa
- 1 night in Chivay
- Breakfast at the accommodation
- All transportation
- 24/7 support
Not included
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to hot springs
- Flight / bus from / to Arequipa
Activities
- Archaeological visits (included)
- Cultural visits (included)
- Guided visits (included)
- Historical visits (included)
Notes
- CHILDREN: From 0 to 2 years old, do not pay. They share a seat and service with parents and / or accompanying adults. From 4 years old, they pay full rate.
- All activities are in PRIVATE service
- The tours and activities carried out by this Operator have a low level of risk and difficulty and provide the necessary security.
- Any material loss or accident is the responsibility of the client.
- Service is subject to change without prior notice, due to weather issues (rains, mudslides, overflows, etc.), strikes and / or demonstrations and any other event that does not allow the normal development of the itinerary.
- Any cancellation of the service for the reasons indicated, does not apply refund.
- In this case, the Operator could carry out a contingency plan with an alternative tour.
- The Itinerary may vary at the operator's discretion, always to guarantee the safety of the traveler and the best development of the service as a whole.
- If you decide to withdraw before the end of the service, there will be no refund for it.
- If you bring or buy snacks during the tours, preferably light ones (dried fruits, cookies and water).
- If you do not attend the day of the service, it will be considered as "Done" with no place for Claims, Postponements or Returns.
- Seats in shuttle mobility are not reserved, they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
Accommodation
Hotel
Casa Andina Premium & Hotel Aranwa Chivay o similar- Casa Andina Premium Arequipa: in the center of the White City, it is a unique 18th century colonial mansion made of volcanic stone. The traditionally decorated rooms are equipped with an LCD TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout. Guests can enjoy views of Arequipa Cathedral and El Misti Volcano on the fourth-floor solarium.
- Alma Restaurante & Bar, opens onto the main patio and serves Peruvian cuisine and local Arequipa specialties.
- Aranwa Pueblito Encantado del Colca: Offers accommodation in Arequipa and features spa facilities, 2 pools, panoramic views and luxurious décor. Buffet breakfast is served daily. Free WiFi is available throughout, as well as free private parking. Aranwa Pueblito Encantado del Colca offers air-conditioned rooms with elegant chandeliers and dark wood furniture. At Aranwa Pueblito Encantado del Colca, guests can relax in the common garden. There is a restaurant on-site, where guests can savor and experience local dishes. Room service available.
- It is subject to the availability of rooms for the date of your trip. Otherwise, you will be accommodated in an establishment of similar category and service.