Arequipa: Pillones Waterfall & Private City Walking Tour

Highlights

• Feel the spray of the Pillones Waterfall and see the Stone Forest of Puruña
• Explore the ghost town of Pampa de Arrieros and the Salinas National Reserve
• See llamas, vicuñas, and guanacos in their natural habitat in the reserve
• Enjoy a private walking tour of Arequipa’s historic San Lázaro district
• Meet alpacas at a traditional textile workshop and explore hidden courtyards

Description

Begin your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Arequipa. Head out on the road to Yura, skirting the Chachani Volcano. Arrive at the ghost town of Pampa de Arrieros, once the gateway for travelers during the train era. Make a brief stop at the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, known for its impressive rock formations and diverse flora and fauna. Pause along the way to admire South American camelids (vicuñas, llamas, and guanacos) and the volcanoes from a unique perspective. Stop for a snack and acclimatize before continuing your journey on the Arequipa-Puno highway. Make a detour to the Pillones Waterfall, where you can descend to the cascade, take photos, and enjoy the warm morning climate. Next, visit the Stone Forest of Puruña, a magical place with rock formations that seem to come from another planet. After a day in nature, return to Arequipa for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a private walking tour of Arequipa. Stroll through the historic streets of the San Lázaro district, meet alpacas at a traditional textile workshop, explore hidden colonial courtyards, and feel the pulse of local life in the Plaza de Armas. Along the way, your guide will share captivating legends that bring the 'White City' to life. Pause to savor a rich Peruvian coffee, whose aromas and flavors are as warm as the sunset that surrounds you.

Includes

Pick-up and drop-off Live tour guide Visit to Pampa de Arrieros Visit to Reserva Nacional de Salinas Visit to Cascada de Pillones Visit to Bosque de Piedra de Puruña Snacks Professional local guide. Specialty Peruvian coffee tasting. Entrance fees to all sites visited.

Important Information

• The tour starts early in the morning at 6 AM. The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces. Weather can be cold in the morning and warm later in the day.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund