2D1N Colca Canyon Tour from Arequipa

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience one of the most breathtaking adventures in southern Peru with the Colca Canyon Tour from Arequipa. In just two days, you’ll explore unique high-Andean landscapes, surrounded by vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas, as you traverse the spectacular Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve.
Reach new heights in Patapampa, with unforgettable views of volcanoes like El Misti and Ampato, and relax in Chivay with Andean warmth and a delicious dinner. The most magical moment comes at the Cruz del Cóndor, where you can admire the majestic flight of the condors over one of the deepest canyons in the world. Along the way, you’ll discover ancient Inca terraces that tell the living history of the valley.

What's Included

First aid kit.
Bilingual professional guide.
Breakfast
Round-trip tour transportation from Arequipa.
Colca Tourist Ticket
Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles.
The hotel in Chivay.
Lunch and dinner on Day 1 in Chivay. Lunch on Day 2 before returning to Arequipa.
Personal expenses and extras
Additional services.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Wait in the lobby of your hotel; the guide will contact you in a few minutes.

OR
Meeting point

The guide will contact you a few minutes beforehand.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arequipa – Pampa Cañahuas – Patapampa – Chivay

    1 stop
  • 1
    Cusco Region

    Pickup from your hotel in Arequipa (approx. 7:30–8:00 a.m.), Andean breakfast in Patahuasi, wildlife viewing, photo stop at Pampa Cañahuas, Toccra viewpoint and the high-Andean wetlands, Patapampa, the Andes viewpoint, descent into the Colca Valley, lunch at a local restaurant (optional), afternoon at leisure and optional visit to the La Calera hot springs, traditional dinner with Andean music, overnight stay in Chivay.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Chivay – Mirador Cruz del Cóndor – Pueblo de Yanque – Retorno a Arequipa

    1 stop
  • 2
    Cusco Region

    Start the day with an Andean breakfast at the hotel. Then, visit the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint to watch the condors in flight and enjoy stops at viewpoints such as Wayra Punku and Antahuilque. Continue with a cultural visit to the town of Yanque. Afterward, return to Chivay to rest and have lunch (not included). Finally, return to Arequipa with scenic stops, arriving between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Machupicchu Tours Peru

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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