Colca Canyon and Valley of the Volcanoes: 3-Day Tour with Nature and Culture Experiences
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Embark on a 3-day tour of the Colca Canyon and Valley of the Volcanoes in Peru. Explore untouched nature and ancient towns, witness volcanic activity, and experience personalized service.
Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Arequipa Chivay Coporaque Yanque Cruz del Cóndor Cabanaconde

Arequipa - 05:00 Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa at first we heading to Colca Canyon
This opcion of circuit is a fascinating combination of two impressive valleys inside of Arequipa Peru in 3-day tour.
A unique and spectacular experience where you can enjoy nature and villages detained in time visiting areas and corners that are still kept intact by traditional tourism so now it is a new alternative.
Here you can see a land that witnesses the intense volcanic activity that took place approximately a million years ago.
Since 2019, the Colca Canyon and the Andagua valley of the volcanoes are officially part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks.

Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve - Nationa l reserve is will be part of our visit

Tocra - It is on our way so it is almost sure to see herds of llamas and alpacas.

Nevado Chucura - We cross it driving.

Abra Patapampa - Here we go this is the highest point during our journey.

Chivay - Chivay town is the capital of this Colca valley it is 3 hours driving from Arequipa city and it is 3635 meters above sea level.
We have the option to stop for lunch and visit the town

Yanque - Yanque village is an picturesque, quiet place to stop and relax here is a big option to stop for lunch time also we can visit their hot spring or the Uyo Uyo archeological site.

Uyo Uyo Archaeological Site - This visit is optional.
Entrance fee USD 1.5 p/p

Mirador Cruz del Condor - We hope to be unique since we are here at a different time and not like most do on a traditional tour.
To have a better views of the Canyon and we will witness to the back arrival of the condors to his home “the Canyon” with the spectacular sunset.
16:00 Hours To get there we drive for 1 hour and a half to the most visited point “La Cruz del condor” cross of condor viewpoint to see the depth of the canyon and the flight of the Condor.
The area features beautiful typical towns, such as Yanque and Maca, colonial churches, gently people with typical sewing dresses, hundreds of pre-Inca terraces that are still used with Andean crops such as corn, quinoa, kiwicha, among others.
Entrance fee: USD 18 p/p (mandatory)

Cabanaconde - Overnight at this beautifull village.

Patahuasi - This early stop is inside of the National Reserve Salinas y Aguada Blanca to appreciate the pretty vicuñas in it is natural habitad then we also have some time to have breakfast.

What's Included
  • Knowledgeable tour guide
  • Meals included: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
  • 4x4 van transportation including pick-ups and drop-offs
  • 1-night homestay with a local family
  • 1-night stay in a 3-star hotel with double or twin rooms
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee ticket Colca National Park direct pay USD 20 (mandatory)
  • Entrance fee hot spring USD 5 pp (optional)
  • Meals not mentioned
Additional Information
  • A newly established travel loop combines the enthralling landscapes of Peru’s Colca Canyon and Volcano Valley for an exciting three-day tour.
  • This singular, awe-inspiring journey lets you witness undisturbed nature and time-honored towns, with visits to preserved areas untouched by mainstream tourism.
  • Here, the land bears the marks of ferocious volcanic activity that occurred roughly a million years ago. Since 2019, the Colca Canyon and the Andagua Volcano Valley have been officially listed as UNESCO Geoparks.
  • We extend an invitation to embark on this journey with us, offering premier service, assurance, and our signature individualized care.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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G4702gaoscars
May 8, 2024
Unforgettable - The organization by the agency was impeccable. All the times and hours they gave us were met. Giovanni, our guide was clear in his explanations and made our tour unforgettable. Thank you very much for everything. 100% recommended
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