2 Days tour to the Colca Canyon and transportation to Puno

PRICE

$ 73.00

Daily departures

QUALIFICATION

According to the opinion of 25 people

VISIT IN 2 DAYS THE COLCA VALLEY IN AREQUIPA

In this 2 days tour we will visit the Colca Canyon, known for being one of the deepest canyons in the world. We will also have the privilege of observing one of the largest birds on the planet: The Condor, we will be able to appreciate the majestic flight of the Condor at the viewpoint of the cross of the condor. In addition to all this we will enjoy direct contact with nature. We will be accompanied by a specialized guide who will tell us about the history of the cultures that inhabited this area. We will enjoy a delicious lunch, with Andean dishes made with local products.

SUMMARY

Pick up time from hotels: Between 07:30am y 08:00am

Duration: 02 days

Ending time: 07:30pm (second day)

End place: Puno's main square

Number of participants:

  • SHARED: 25 people
  • PRIVATE: Upon reques

THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES:

  • Pick up from your Hotel in the center of Arequipa
  • Private room at Chivay
  • Continental breakfast at the hotel on the second day
  • Tourist stops throughout the tour
  • Tourist transport for the entire tour
  • Professional guide in Spanish and English throughout the tour

THIS PROGRAM DOESN´T INCLUDE:

  • Dinner with Folkloric Show the first day: S/. 30.00
  • Lunch first day
  • Lunch second day
  • Entrance to the Colca Canyon:
    • Europe/USA: S/. 70.00
    • Latin American: S/. 40.00
    • Peruvian: S/. 20.00
  • Entrance to the Hot Springs: S/. 15.00


WHAT PLACES WILL WE KNOW?

  • Patahuasi stone forest

    Patahuasi

    At this point we can observe the stone castles of Patahuasi, located on a mountain.

  • Patapampa volcanoes viewpoint

    Patapampa, viewpoint of the Volcanoes

    It is the highest point of the route located at 4800 m.s.n.m, from which we can observe the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes.

  • Entrance gates to the town of Chivay

    Chivay town

    Located at 3500 m.s.n.m., it is the main town of the Colca Valley.

  • Chivay Church

    Chivay church

    Located at 3500 m.s.n.m., it is the main town of the Colca Valley.

  • Mirador de la Cruz and flight of the Andean condor

    Viewpoint of the Cross of the Condor

    Main point of the tour, and a propitious place for the sighting of the majestic flight of the Andean Condor.

  • Colca Valley viewpoint

    Colca Valley viewpoints

    During the tour to the viewpoint of the cross, we will be able to observe different points from where the spectacular Colca Valley can be seen.

  • Colonial church of Maca in Colca

    Maca town and church

    Representative church of the Colca Valley, it has luxurious relics inside.

  • Chacapi hot springs in Yanque

    Chacapi hot springs

    A relaxing bath in this place to be able to regain strength, and cure ills since they are healing waters..

  • Wetlands de Tocra on the way to Chivay

    Tocra

    In the tocra wetlands we can see South American camelids such as Llamas and Alpacas grazing freely..

  • Salinas Reserve with Vicuñas and the Misti volcano in the background

    Salinas and Aguada Blanca Reserve

    In the Salinas reserve we will observe Vicuñas that live freely and the back of the Misti Volcano.



DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 01:

07:30am a 08:00am – Pick up from hotels in the center of Arequipa.


08:30am - We begin our journey to one of the deepest and most beautiful canyons in the world. Our point of operations will be the town of Chivay, which we will arrive in approximately 04 hours, counting all the tourist stops. As a first point we will pass through the National Reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca, where we will be able to appreciate the vicuñas that inhabit this area, after that very close we will visit Patahuasi to drink the traditional coca tea, a traditional drink essential for altitude sickness (mountain sickness). Then we will also make a small stop in the Toccra wetlands where we will observe a large number of Alpacas grazing freely in the area. An obligatory stop at the Viewpoint of the Volcanoes, the highest point on the road that reaches 4800 m.sn.m, from where we will appreciate much of the western mountain range, from this point it would only take 40 minutes to reach the town of Chivay.


12:30pm - We will arrive to Chivay to enjoy a delicious lunch (payment on behalf of the client). After lunch we will settle in our respective hotels. During the afternoon we will be able to enjoy a relaxing bath in the Hot Springs (Optional entrance paid by the client) whose thermo-medicinal waters range between 35º C to 38º C of temperature in the pools.


For dinner (payment on behalf of the client) we can enjoy a folkloric show with typical dances of the area. Overnight in Chivay.


DÍA 02:

Breakfast. After breakfast we will move to the Viewpoint of the Cruz del Condor, which is 01 hour away, it is the observation point of the Colca Canyon and the spectacular flight of the Condor. At this point we will spend an average of 45 minutes to observe the beauty of the Colca canyon.


On our return we will stop at the viewpoints of the area from where we will observe the impressive terraces of the Valley and in the town of Maca, where we will see its church and optional taste of local drinks such as Colca Sour, made with products from the zone.


12:00pm - Lunch in Chivay. (payment on behalf of the client)


01:00pm to 01:15pm – The bus waits during this period of time to start the journey


First stop, Patahuasi to drink mate and observe (Mirador de Volcanes) located at 4,950 meters above sea level. from where we will appreciate the Misti, Chachani and Ampato volcanoes.

Second stop, Pampa Cañahuas or the national reserve of salinas and aguada blanca in this place We will appreciate the rock formations and South American camelids such as vicuñas, llamas and alpacas.

Our last and third stop is in “Lagunillas”, at this viewpoint you have a panoramic view of the small lakes, it is also the habitat of flamingos, Andean seagulls and other birds, without No doubt, a great photo opportunity. We will observe wild birds such as flamingos, Andean seagulls and ducks.

07:00pm to 07:30pm we will arrive at the city of Puno (main square) and hotels near the main square.


WHAT TO BRING FOR THIS TOUR?

  • Warm clothes
  • Suitable sneakers for short walks
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Little suitcase
  • Bathing suit for hot springs

PRICES OF THE SAME PROGRAM BUT WITH DIFFERENT HOTELS:


HOTEL CATEGORY SIMPLE DOUBLE TRIPLE
Hostal Sierra Alta 2 estrellas $ 77.00 $ 73.00 -
Hostal Colca Andina Inn 2 estrellas $ 87.00 $ 79.00 $ 76.00
Hotel Los Portales 2 estrellas $ 91.00 $ 81.00 $ 78.00
Hotel La Casa de Anita 3 estrellas $ 96.00 $ 87.00 $ 82.00
Hotel Colca Llaqta 3 estrellas $ 119.00 $ 95.00 $ 91.00
Hotel Pozo del Cielo 3 estrellas $ 137.00 $ 107.00 $ 100.00




GENERAL CONDITIONS:

  • Prices not valid for long holidays: Holy Week, National Holidays, Christmas, New Years. For these dates add 25%.
  • Prices include IGV, in case the client wants a ticket or invoice, it will be granted without adding any amount.
  • The prices are expressed in soles, they are per person. If the client wishes to make the payment in dollars, the exchange rate in force on the day of purchase will be applied.
  • To confirm a reservation, the payment of 100% of the service is requested before the tour, otherwise the service will be canceled.
  • MINORS: Children under 03 years have a 100% discount on the price, sharing a seat and food with adults. Children from 03 to 08 years old have a 10% discount on all services. Children from 09 years old pay adult rate. Only 01 child under 03 years old is accepted with a 100% discount for every 04 adults.

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