From Arequipa: Colca Canyon Full Day Tour with Transfer to Puno

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Colca Canyon Full Day with Transfer to Puno
1 stops
1 Points of interest
Duration: 16 hours
Operating Schedule: Discover the impressive landscapes of the Colca Canyon on a full-day tour from Arequipa and continue your journey directly to Puno, without needing to return to Arequipa. The experience begins in the early morning with pickup from your accommodation in Arequipa. We will travel to Chivay, where we will enjoy breakfast before continuing to the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, one of the main attractions of the Colca Valley. From this point you can contemplate the immensity of the canyon and, depending on the natural conditions, observe the majestic flight of the condors. During the tour we will also see the viewpoints of Antahuilque and Choquetico, we will visit Yanque and you will have the option to enjoy the thermal baths. After lunch in Chivay, we will continue the trip to Puno, making scenic stops at different points of the altiplano. Itinerary 03:00 - 03:30 a.m. Pickup in Arequipa I pick up from the lodging to start the trip to the Colca Valley. 06:30 - 07:00 a.m. Breakfast in Chivay Arrival in Chivay and breakfast to recharge before continuing the excursion. 08:00 - 09:30 a.m. Condor Cross Viewpoint We will visit one of the most emblematic viewpoints of the Colca Canyon. We will have time to appreciate its impressive landscapes and, depending on their presence and natural conditions, observe the flight of the condors. 09:30 - 11:00 a.m. Miradores of the Colca Valley We will continue towards the viewpoints of Antahuilque and Choquetico, from where we can appreciate the agricultural terraces, mountains, and characteristic landscapes of the valley. 11:00 a.m. approx. | Yanque and thermal baths We will visit Yanque and afterwards you will have time to optionally enjoy the thermal baths. Entry to the thermal baths is paid separately. Noon | Lunch in Chivay Free time to have lunch in Chivay. Lunch is at the passenger's expense. 01 : 15 p. m. Departure from Chivay to Puno We will tackle tourist transport to continue directly to the city of Puno, crossing the impressive landscapes of the Peruvian altiplano. During the journey we will make scenic stops at: Patapampa – Mirador de los Andes, one of the highest points of the route. Lagunillas, where we can appreciate the high Andean landscape and its natural environment. 7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. approx. | Arrival in Puno arrival in the city of Puno, near the main square. End of service. NOTE: • Recommended for children from 5 years old. • The tour reaches high altitude areas, so it is recommended to rest adequately and stay hydrated. • The sighting of condors depends on natural conditions and their presence, so it cannot be guaranteed. • Schedules are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, and route conditions. • Bring warm clothes, sunscreen, water, and personal documents. level height Altitude level: The route reaches approximately 4,910 m a.s.l. in Patapampa – Mirador de los Andes, one of the highest points on the route.
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Chivay

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• You can bring 23 kilos of checked baggage and 1 backpack as carry-on baggage

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