Colca Canyon Day Tour

Colca Canyon Day Tour

Arequipa, Peru

Colca Canyon Day Tour

$40 (Per Person)(All-In Price)

Overview

Colca Canyon Day Tour Experience

A full-day guided excursion to Colca Canyon with hotel pickup and the option to end the journey in Arequipa or Puno.

Details

Embark on a journey to the renowned Colca Canyon, one of the deepest natural wonders in the world. The day begins with an early morning pickup from select Arequipa accommodations before traveling to the town of Chivay for breakfast. The route continues to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where guests can witness the majestic flight of the Andean condor above the vast canyon depths.

The itinerary includes visits to traditional Andean villages like Maca and various scenic lookouts showcasing ancient pre-Inca terraces. Before lunch, enjoy an optional soak in the thermo-medicinal waters of the Yanque Hot Springs. The return trip features a stop at the Patapampa Viewpoint, the highest point of the road at 4,900 meters above sea level, providing panoramic views of the surrounding volcanoes.

Nature enthusiasts will also observe wild alpacas and vicuñas in the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve. Guests can choose to return to Arequipa or continue to Puno for an evening arrival.

Duration: 15 hours

Arequipa, Peru

Meeting Point
  • Pick-up from select Arequipa Accommodations
  • Please be ready in the hotel lobby at least ten minutes before the scheduled 3:00 AM departure.
  • If your hotel is outside the pickup zone, a central meeting point at the Plaza de Armas will be coordinated.

Please Note - The map shows the general location of the experience. See booking confirmation email for specific location and arrival instructions.

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  • Offered daily, year-round
  • 24-hour advance booking policy
  • 24-hour advance cancellation policy

What's Included
  • A shared Colca Canyon Day Tour
  • Professional bilingual guide
  • Tourist transportation with return to Arequipa
  • Hotel pickup from select locations
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Colca Valley entrance fee (approximately 70 Soles)
  • Thermal baths admission (approximately 20 Soles)
Know Before You Go
  • This tour reaches high altitudes; please take precautions for altitude sickness.
  • Bring swimwear and a towel for the optional hot springs visit.
  • Dress in layers as morning temperatures at high altitudes can be very cold.
  • Entry fees are paid locally in cash and are subject to change.
  • Guests are typically dropped off near the Arequipa city center upon return.
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