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Day by day…
From about 4 hours trip to Arequipa center, there is the Colca Valley, impressive geological forming dig by Colca River who’s go down into this canyon. Come to discover this place that Peruvian’s people are so proud of, and sustain the controversy: the Canyon Colca, deep of 3000 m., is really there the deeper canyon of the world?
The Colorado’s defenders think that we should consider of tow sides of the canyon…!
Have a good trip!
Day 1: AREQUIPA CITY TOUR
3 big volcanoes with snowy tops surround Arequipa: the Misti (5821m), the Chachani (6075m) and the Picchu Picchu (5425m). Arequipa certainly deserves its name: the white city because its buildings are principally made of Sillar, a volcanic rock that has an intense white color abounds in this area and embellishes the houses’ and temples’ facades.
In the afternoon, 3-hour guided visit of the colonial center and the Santa Catalina convent (official guide certified by the convent). 3 hour guided visit of the colonial center and of Santa Catalina convent (official guide certified by the convent)
Transfer to Casa de Melgar Hotel ** at the end of the afternoon.
Free time for meals.
Day 2: AREQUIPA – CHIVAY/YANQUE (PRIVATE)
The Colca Canyon is an impressive geological formation. This canyon is one of the deepest in the world since it is 3680 m high.
Departure in a minibus to drive along the beautiful road that leads to Colca canyon. On the way, we will observe vicunas. We will pass the Patapampa pass (alt. 4800 m). Installation at the Tradicion Colca Hotel ** and bathing in the Yanque village hot water thermal baths.
Free time for meals.
Day 3: CHIVAY/YANQUE – AREQUIPA (PRIVATE)
In the beginning of the morning we will be on our way to observe Condors at Cruz of Condor. We will also visit a few villages in the Canyon and then return to Arequipa. Transfer to Casa de Melgar Hotel **.
Free time for meals.
Included:
Mentioned transport, hotels 2 star with breakfast, entrance to parks and cultural places, guided visits and mentioned excursions in private service, English – speaking guide.
Not Included:
Personal equipment, personal insurance obligatory, drinks, tips, international and domestic flights, airport tax (28 $us/pers for international flight ant 5 $us/pers for national flight)
Hotels
- Arequipa
- Colca |
3 star
Hosteria
Casa Andina |
4/5 star
Libertador *****
Colca Lodge **** |
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