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Live the magic of the Colca tour 2 days and one night ending in Puno
This bus adventure will take you through ancient Andean towns, reserves and impressive natural landscapes located in the Colca Valley. Each stop is explained by the guide, who also assists and guides passengers on the trip. The activities in the Colca Valley and the tourist attractions are varied, but the most important is the tour to the Colca Canyon and the flight of the Condor. Finally, our tour concludes by traveling to the city of Puno with stops along the route.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick them up from the hotel as long as they are in the city center. In the event that the center is not found our meeting point is in the Plaza de Armas- Puerta del Catedral.
Travelers who do not have their hotel in the city center. Our meeting point will be at the door of the cathedral in the main square of Arequipa.
Itinerary
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1Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve
We will take the volcano route, climbing the slopes of the Chachani volcano, and having an amazing view of the Misti volcano and Picchu Picchu. Our path will cross the Pampa Cañahuas vicuña reserve, a high Andean habitat where they live and are protected. We will have a stop at the Bofedales de Tocra, watered by springs. This place provides a unique opportunity to spot camelids, birds such as ducks and Andean flamingos, and also observe local muleteers.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Mirador de los Andes
We will stop at the Andes viewpoint, known as Pata Pampa. Located at 4,900 meters above sea level, it is the highest point of the entire trip. From this place we can observe the active volcano of Sabancaya, the snow-capped mountain of Ampato and Hualca Hualca.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We will begin to descend towards the town of Chivay, where we will have our lunch, a varied buffet based on typical products. After that we will check-in at the hotel of your choice, we will rest for a moment to continue with our tour.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Then we will go to take a refreshing bath in the thermal and medicinal pools of Chacapi. In the surrounding area you can do activities such as: kayaking, ziplining.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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In the evening we will meet to attend a dinner at a folkloric club where you can enjoy a folkloric show with typical dances of the area.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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We will have breakfast at our hotel, to begin our visit to the Colca Canyon.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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where we will appreciate its legendary church and the typical “WITITI” dance, declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Then, we will enjoy the Colca Valley with its cultivation terraces, its native flora and fauna, and its pre-Hispanic heritage.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Colca Canyon
We will arrive at the Cruz del Cóndor, a strategic point to observe the majesty of the Colca Canyon and the flight of the Andean condor (Vultur gryphus), the largest non-marine bird on the planet, named cultural and natural heritage of South America.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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On the way back we will visit the Huayra Punko viewpoint, in Pinchollo, and then the Antahuilque viewpoint, in order to observe some models, enchanted lagoons – legend has it that they are inhabited by mermaids – and pre-Inca hanging tombs. The next stop is in Maca, a small and picturesque town there.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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We finished our stay in the Colca Valley with a varied buffet in the town of Chivay. To then begin our trip to Puno.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
11Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve
Known as Patapampa, located at 4900 meters above sea level, where we can appreciate the Misti, Chachani, Sabancaya and Ampato volcanoes. Also here you can see the "apachetas" (in ancient times, travelers left these small stone towers as offerings to the gods to ensure their safe return).
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Here you can enjoy an aperitif and traditional coca tea, at this point you can also use SS.HH.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Our last stop is in Lagunillas, at this point of visit you have a panoramic view of the small lakes that seem to be mirrors that reflect the sky, it is also the habitat of Andean flamingos and other birds, without a doubt, a great opportunity to take photos . To then begin our trip directly to Puno arriving at approximately 7:00pm.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
History, culture and nature.
Majestic Colca Canyon
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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