Trip Type
Private
Season
Year around
Dificulty
Easy
Duration
2 Days
Colca Canyon 2 Days
Colca Canyon 2 Days – Explore one of the deepest canyons in the world with this two-day adventure. Discover traditional villages, soak in natural hot springs, and marvel at breathtaking Andean landscapes. 🏔️✨ Don’t miss the chance to witness the majestic flight of the condors while immersing yourself in the beauty and culture of the Colca Valley!
Private Tour: Get to know all these incredible destinations; more time to take the best photos with our specialized tour guides at your service. Rates apply for groups of 2 or more people.
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Day 1: Colca Canyon 2 Days
- Van
- 1 KM
- Guide
- Tickets
- 12 Hours
VISIT: Colca Canyon 2 Days
We begin our journey to the Colca Canyon at 7:30 a.m., picking you up from your hotel in downtown Arequipa in a comfortable van. Our trip will take approximately 4 hours to reach the town of Chivay, with several scenic stops along the way.
At Pampa Cañahuas, we’ll observe wild vicuñas grazing freely in their natural habitat. Then, we’ll continue to Patahuasi, where we’ll enjoy a traditional coca tea, an essential drink to help with the altitude.
Next, we’ll visit the Toccra Wetlands, home to numerous alpacas and migratory birds, before reaching the Volcanoes Viewpoint—the highest point of the route at 4,800 meters above sea level—offering stunning panoramic views of the western Andes range. From there, it’s only about 40 minutes to reach Chivay.
Around 12:30 p.m., we’ll arrive in Chivay to enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we’ll settle into our hotels. In the afternoon, you’ll have the option to visit the Chivay Hot Springs, where the thermal pools range from 35°C to 38°C, perfect for relaxation.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy a traditional dinner accompanied by a folk show, featuring colorful local dances and Andean music.
The first day of the tour ends with an overnight stay in Chivay.
START: 7:30 a.m. – Pick-up from your hotel in Arequipa.
END: Overnight in Chivay.
Considerations
- Minimum Hight: 4380 mt
- Distance: 1 KM
- Maximum Hight: 4401 mt
Temperature
- Maximum Temperature: 16°C
- Usually with cold winds
- Minimum Temperature: 3°C
Day 2: Colca Canyon 2 Days
- Van
- 1 KM
- Guide
- Tickets
- 12 Hours
VISIT: Colca Canyon 2 Days
We start the day early with breakfast around 6:00 a.m., then head toward the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, where we’ll have the chance to witness the majestic flight of the Andean condor as it soars gracefully above us, rising from the depths of the canyon.
Afterward, we’ll continue visiting several viewpoints along the canyon to explore and admire the sheer magnitude of this natural wonder — the second deepest canyon in the world.
On our way back to Chivay, we’ll stop at the charming town of Yanque, where we’ll visit its beautiful colonial church and stroll through its traditional stone-paved streets, discovering more of the local culture.
To capture breathtaking views of the Colca Valley, we’ll drive to the Choquetico and Artahuilque viewpoints, where you can observe pre-Inca tombs and models of ancient agricultural terraces carved into the rock. Make sure you have plenty of space on your memory card — you’ll want to take photos of every moment.
After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll begin our return journey to Arequipa, arriving at approximately 5:30 p.m., where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or hostel.
START: Early breakfast around 6:00 a.m.
END: Approximately 5:30 p.m. at your hotel or hostel in Arequipa.
Considerations
- Minimum Hight: 2335 mt
- Distance: 1 KM
- Maximum Hight: 4800 mt
Temperature
- Maximum Temperature: 24°C
- Usually with cold winds
- Minimum Temperature: -5°C
- 24/7 support and assistance after booking.
- Pick-up from hotels in Arequipa city center.
- Round-trip tourist transportation (Arequipa – Chivay – Arequipa).
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
- 1 night of accommodation in Chivay.
- Lunch and dinner (Day 1).
- Breakfast at the hotel (Day 2).
- Entrance to the thermal baths of Chivay.
- Tourist stops throughout the entire route.
- Tips for the guides.
- Travel insurance (Peruvian law suggests you enter the country with insurance purchased in your country of origin).
- We work with several clinics and can help coordinate medical care if needed. These clinics will apply the travel insurance you have previously purchased; however, they do not offer travel insurance themselves.
- Personal medicine.
- Day backpack (with rain cover if possible).
- Water (we recommend 1L per day).
- Rain jacket/poncho.
- Extra snacks.
- Hiking shoes and pants.
- Sun hat, sun scream, and sunglasses.
- Chapstick.
- Insect repellent.
- Warm clothes (thermal base layer, sweater, fleece).
- Motion sickness tablets (roads are windy).
- Extra cash in soles.
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GET IN PERU will only charge you an advance of 50% to book your seat on the tour; the rest must be paid three days before the tour departs, either via deposit or in cash with one of our team members.
Contact a travel advisor for more details or visit our Terms and Conditions of Service section.
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Price per person
Rates that include a hotel night in the lower town are calculated based on a minimum of two people, in a double, matrimonial, or triple room. If you are traveling alone, the price will vary—please contact us and we’ll plan the perfect trip together.
- 1 Person ⓘ
- 130.00 USD
- 2 or more People ⓘ
- 125.00 USD
- Hotel 2* ⓘ
- 150.00 USD
- Hotel 3* ⓘ
- 175.00 USD
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Private Tour – Discover all these incredible destinations with more time and take the best photos with our specialized guides at your service. Prices apply for 2 or more people.
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