From Arequipa: 2-Day Tour to Colca Canyon ending in Puno

Puno Region, Peru



Marvel at Colca Canyon in a 2-day tour: spot llamas, alpacas, and soaring condors. End your journey in Puno, surrounded by breathtaking Andean views.

Highlights

  • Explore one of the deepest canyons in the world
  • Get impressive with the amazing sceneries and the andean wildlife
  • Gaze the flight of the Condor, the largest flying bird in the world
  • Get transferred to Puno city at the end of the activity on second day
  • Visit the Salinas and Aguada Blanca Reserve and see llamas and alpacas

Description

DAY 1 – Adventure Begins: Arequipa to Chivay Begin your journey at 7:45 a.m. with a scenic transfer from Arequipa to Chivay, the vibrant gateway to the awe‑inspiring Colca Canyon. Marvel at the beauty of the Andes as you travel through the Salinas and Aguada Blanca Reserve, spotting llamas, alpacas, and graceful vicuñas roaming free. Reach the breathtaking heights of the Patapampa viewpoint (4,900 m) for sweeping views of majestic volcanoes. Arrive in Chivay and enjoy a delicious lunch (if booked), then settle into your accommodation. In the afternoon, treat yourself to a soothing soak at La Calera hot springs—pure relaxation in nature’s embrace. Dinner awaits in town for those who selected this option during booking. DAY 2 – Colca Magic & Journey to Puno Rise early for a thrilling ride to the legendary Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint. Stop in the charming Andean village of Maca, where tradition lives on in vibrant local dress and heartfelt smiles. Admire stunning Inca terraces from the Antahuilque viewpoint before reaching the grand moment—witnessing the magnificent condor soaring above Colca Canyon. A truly unforgettable sight. Wrap up the experience with lunch in Chivay (if booked), then continue toward Puno, arriving around 7:00 p.m. with a heart full of memories and wonder.

Includes

Hotel Pick-up in Arequipa Professional bilingual guide (English and Spanish)

Excludes

Accommodation in Chivay on day 1 (must be booked by the customer) Entry fee to Colca canyon (available as an add-on during booking) Entry fee to La Calera Hot Spring (available as an add-on during booking) Lunch on day 1 and 2 (available as add-on during booking) Dinner on day 1 (available as add-on during booking)

Important Information

  • Please note: The following hotels are not included in the drop-off service within Colca Canyon: Colca Lodge, Casitas del Colca, El Refugio, and similar establishments. Should you require transportation?, our staff will be pleased to assist you in arranging a reliable taxi to your accommodation. The tour ends in the city of Puno, and the transport will drop you off in the city center. The estimated arrival time is around 7:00 PM on day 2. Children under 2 years of age travel free of charge, as long as they sit on their parents' lap. Our transport is equipped to carry large suitcases, so feel free to bring them along—it's no problem during the 2-day excursion. Drop-off upon arrival in Puno will be near the Plaza de Armas (Main Square). If you require an additional transfer from the drop-off point to your accommodation, please let us know after completing your booking.

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