Arequipa to Puno Tour
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Colca Canyon Tour from Arequipa to Puno 2 Days/ 1 Night
Destination: Arequipa/ Colca Canyon, Puno/ Titicaca Lake
Duration: 2 days
Price per person: $160
Price is based on two people.
single person pays US$ 40 plus
This especial Colca Canyon program involves a journey throughout the Altiplano leaving from the city Arequipa to the kingdom of the condors in the Colca valley than to the Altiplano again to the city of Puno. During this trip you will be able to see great Andean scenery and gorgeous views of the volcanoes of Arequipa adorned by Alpacas and vicu as in the foreground.
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You will visit the famous lookout point “Cruz del Condor” in the Colca Canyon, an observation platform from which you have the possibility to see the majestic flight of the Andean Condor in its natural habitat. On our journey, we include the visit of some of the small communities located on the route, as well as a visit to the greatest Hot Springs of Peru – a fantastic natural place where you can relax after exploring the great Colca Canyon.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arequipa – Chivay
Your journey starts around 07:30 am, when a private bus picks you up from your hotel. We start heading towards the small town Chivay, which is a 4-hour-ride through beautiful Colca Valley. On our way, we stop at the National Reserve of Aguada Blanca and Salinas, a place where you can observe the famous Vicuñas as well as all of the three great volcanoes of Arequipa: Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu.
The second stop will be at the National Reserve of “Pampa Cañahuas”, where we take a short break to observe the wild Vicuñas (one of the 4 types of American camels) in its natural habitat at about 3400 m.o.s.l. Continuing our journey, we will arrive to “Pata Wasi”, an Andean community at the opposite border of the reserve where we will have the opportunity to use the bathrooms and to drink the famous coca tea which will help you to prevent altitude sickness.
From here we will pass “Tocra”, a high plain at 4500 meters, where we will observe migrant birds at stunning lakes and get pictures of the “Antiplano” with its Llamas and Guanacos. The highest point of our tour will be “Pata Pampa” at 4820 meters, from where we can observe the volcanoes Ampato, Sabancaya, Hualca-Hualca, Misti (the source of the Amazon River) and the “Cordillera Chila”. Getting close to the town of Chivay, we will enjoy some spectacular views of the multicolored terraces of the Colca valley.
Arriving at Chivay, we will have lunch first and then you will have some free time to visit the local market. Afterwards, we bring you to the hotel Mamayachi where you have some time to relax before joining a 30-minutes-walk to the Hot Springs. Here you can enjoy the warm natural waters (35°C/ 95ºF) in a nice outdoor surrounding of the huge mountains, the river and even some local animals. After sunset, we return to the hotel and have dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel Mamayacchi
Day 2: Chivay – Puno
The second day of our adventure, we will have breakfast very early in the morning and leave to the famous “Cruz del Condor”. Arriving there, we have plenty of time to enjoy the great view of the deep canyon and (if the weather permits) of the majestic Condor in its natural habitat.
After some time, our guide will take you for a short walk near the Canyon (aprox. 1 hour). On our way back to Chivay we’re going to visit the traditional village of Pinchollo and the “Antahuilque viewpoint” where we can gaze at the wonderful 1500 year old terraces constructed by the Collaguas, an ancient culture before the Inca’s time. We will also make a small stop at the look-out point of “Choquetico” with its hanging tombs. Then, we continue our trip to the small Andean community Maca and the village of Yanque with the most beautiful church of the whole valley.
We will stop for Lunch in Chivay before hitting the road in direction to Puno, crossing amazing sceneries of the Altiplano and leaving behind the gorgeous scenery of the Colca Canyon. On our way, we continue ascending a small road until we reach the highest point of our trip, the lookout point of the Andes (4800 m/15,748 ft). At the very top, we will get off of the bus for a few minutes and enjoy the stunning landscape with the great volcanoes including Mismi, Misti, Chachani, Sabancaya (active) and Ampato.
Along the paved road, we will see many small towns as well as the beautiful lagoon Lagunillas, where we can explore trout farms and observe Andean flamingos among many Andean birds. Following an ascending road we will then reach the Viscachani. We have a short break and stretch our legs, use the bathroom if needed and drink a typical coca tea or coffee at the local restaurant.
Later on, we will drive through the national reserve park of the Peruvian Altiplano to finally reach the beautiful city of Puno close to the majestic Titicaca Lake.
Included:
- Pick up from your Hotel in Arequipa
- Local cell phone
- 24-hour-support from company owner
- English speaking guide
- Accommodation in Hotel Mamayacchi with breakfast
- Guided visit to the Cruz del Condor lookout point and the Andean villages located on the route
- Transfer to the bus station in Chivay
- Tourist bus from Chivay to Puno (Group Service)
Not Included:
- Meals (Lunch and Dinner)
- Entrance ticket to the Colca Canyon (70 Soles) and hot springs
- Insurance of any kind
Recommendations, what to bring:
- Backpack to carry personal items
- Warm clothing layers for variable temperatures (especially at night)
- Camera and batteries
- Sun protection
- Rain poncho and good rainjacket
- Toiletries
- Bathing clothes for the hot springs
Note: Please do not give candies or lollies to the kids that you might meet on the road or the kids who take care of the llamas and alpacas. They really appreciate oranges and other fruits as it is impossible to grow these in the altitude. As well, it will contribute to their (dental) health and their environment.
What we need when you make a reservation:
- Full name as it is written in your passport (please include a copy of your passport)
- Passport number
- Nationality
- Date of birth
- Tour departure date
- Send a deposit of 60% of the total price of your tour. (The remainder of your balance will be due upon your arrival in Arequipa.) Payment may be made via
*Western Union, PayPal, ABN AMRO Bank in Holland or securely and directly through our website by choosing your desired tour and clicking on the BOOK NOW button.
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Price US$ 160 per person, based on two people.
Single person pays +US$ 40.
Children under 12 years get a discount of 20% on the Tour (whilst booking with
Hotel Mamayacchi).
Upgrade your Hotel:
(double room, addition of price per night is based on 2 persons)
Hotel Pozo del Cielo: +US$ 25 per person.
Hotel Casa Andina: +US$ 30 per person.
Hotel Colca Lodge: +US$ 90 per person.
Exclusive international transaction fees: The amount of the extra transaction fees depends on how the payment is made and on your bank. For further information please don’t hesitate to ask.
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