2-Day tour Colca Canyon ending in Puno

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Embark on a 2-day excursion to explore the breathtaking Colca Canyon. Marvel at the stunning Andean landscapes and encounter wildlife such as llamas and alpacas. Witness the majestic flight of the Andean condor. Conclude your adventure in the charming city of Puno on the second day.

What's Included

Hotel Pick-up (Arequipa city)
Professional blingual guide (English and Spanish)
Hotel Drop-off (Puno city)
Accommodation in Chivay on day 1 (must be booked by the customer)
Entry fee to Colca canyon (28 USD per person, it can be purchased on site)
Entry fees to La Calera Hot Spring (7 USD, it can be purchased on site)
Meals (10 USD per meal approx., it can be purchased on site)

Meeting and pickup

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

○ Wait at the lobby of your hotel. ○ Accommodations like Airbnb are subject to evaluation for pickup services. Otherwise, you will need to move to our designated meeting point.

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Meeting point

Go to the Museo del Pisco located on the corner of Santa Catalina and Moral streets.

End point

The tour concludes in Puno city, where we typically drop you off at your accommodation. If your hotel is located outside the city, please consider the drop-off point at Plaza Mayor de Puno (downtown).

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    TRANSFER FROM AREQUIPA TO CHIVAY TOWN

    3 stops
  • 1
    Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve

    07:30 am - Enjoy the convenience of being picked up in Arequipa and head to the charming town of Chivay. Enjoy captivating views of the Andes on the way, with stops at the expansive natural reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca, where you can observe llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas (an endangered wild species from the alpaca family) in their natural habitat.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Abra Patapampa

    Continuing with the trip, stop at the highest point on the route, the Patapampa natural viewpoint, at 4,900 meters above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Andean volcanic mountain range. Then we will descend to Chivay town and you will be taken to your accommodation.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    In the afternoon, unwind and enjoy a relaxing time at the La Calera Hot Springs before continuing our trip to Colca the next day.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 2

    TOUR TO COLCA CANYON ENDING IN PUNO CITY

    4 stops
  • 4

    6:30 am - We will pick you up from your accommodation in Chivay to begin our exploration of Colca Canyon. On the way, we'll stop in the picturesque town of Maca to visit its beautiful Santa Ana Church. This charming 18th-century colonial church is renowned for its stunning Baroque Mestizo architecture, adorned with intricate carvings and vibrant frescoes. Inside, you'll find exquisite gold-leaf altars and artworks that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Andes.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Then we continue our trip to Antahuilque which is a stunning viewpoint located in the Colca Canyon, Peru. Situated at an altitude of over 3,700 meters, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes and the intricate terraced fields cultivated by the ancient Collaguas. Visitors can marvel at the colorful lakes and the vast expanse of the canyon.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Mirador Cruz del Condor

    The tour stops at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, the best place to appreciate the canyon in all its glory. Here, we'll witness majestic condors at their finest, soaring gracefully above the abyss. After this unforgettable experience, we'll return to the town of Chivay to continue our trip to Puno city.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    On the way to Puno, we'll stop at the Lagunillas viewpoint to see the South American plateau at its best. From this vantage point, you'll witness stunning vistas of the high Andean plains, dotted with azure lakes and rich in wildlife like flamingos and Andean geese. 7:00 pm - Arrival in Puno city.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Peru Sceneries

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Cancellation Policy

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

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