AREQUIPA 6D/5N

We start in the Historic Center of Arequipa, and then head to the Mirador de Carmen Alto and Yanahuara, a traditional neighborhood of cobblestone streets known for its 19th century arches and a panoramic view of the city guarded by its volcanoes. We will also go to the district of Cayma. We will go to the Incalpaca outlet and the zoo, where we can appreciate the four varieties of native camelids. We will pass in front of the artificial lakes of Tingo and Sachaca, before visiting the Founder's Mansion, a colonial house that preserves ornaments of colonial and republican origin. Likewise, we will visit the beautiful Sabandía Mill, a construction dating from the 16th century, surrounded by a peaceful natural environment. At the end of the tour, we will cross the Paucarpata district to appreciate its beautiful terraces.

We begin picking up passengers at 7:30 am in the city center. Our first stop will be at the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve (Pampa Cañahuas), where we will appreciate one of the most amazing landscapes of the Andean mountain range, with plains and lagoons surrounded by snow-capped mountains and volcanoes. A natural territory inhabited by native fauna and recognized for its archaeological wealth. The second stop is made in Patahuasi, in order to enjoy a panoramic view of the Misti and Chachani volcanoes. Then, we will stop at the Bofedales de Tocra, watered by springs. This place provides a unique opportunity to spot camelids and birds such as ducks and Andean flamingos, in addition to observing the local muleteers. We will visit 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 summit you can see various volcanoes. After that we will descend to the town of Chivay, where we will spend the night. After having lunch and resting at the hotel of your choice, we will meet again to visit the thermal baths of Chacapi or La Calera. Dinner at a folkloric club where you can enjoy a folkloric show with typical dances of the area. Finally we will rest in Chivay.

After breakfast at your hotel, we begin the journey to the Cruz del Cóndor: We will visit the town of Yanque, where we will appreciate its legendary church and the typical dance of the "WITITI", declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Then, we will enjoy the tour of the Colca Valley to appreciate its cultivation terraces, its native flora and fauna, and its pre-Hispanic heritage. We will arrive at the Cruz del Cóndor; 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. On our 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: Before returning to the city, we finished our stay in the Colca Valley with a varied buffet in the town of Chivay. Then we return to Arequipa. 5:00 pm Approx. We finish the tour at the Tourist stop.

This fabulous excursion begins in the Historic Center of Arequipa at 6:00 am. The first stop is for breakfast in the town of Chiguata, a place where the landscape and the Inca terraces make the visit an unforgettable experience. Then we will continue on our way and in a journey of approximately 1 hour. We will make a stop at Alto Simbral (4200 meters above sea level) where we can observe plants from the area such as Queñua, Yareta, Tola, etc. Continuing our journey we will arrive at the Salinas Lagoon where we will stay between 01 hour to 01 hour and 30 minutes making different stops to observe flamingos, parihuanas, water mirrors, optical illusions caused by the water mirrors of this natural area. (January to March), sightings of vicuñas, llamas and alpacas (all year). In the dry season (April to December) we will visit the salt extraction centers where imagination is essential to take spectacular photographs. Next we will go to the mini-volcano and the Lojen thermal baths to take a relaxing bath, we will also visit the Uzuña lagoon where you can kayak or ride a boat. On our return we have lunch in the traditional town of Characato and we will return to the city. 5:00 pm Approx. We finish the tour at the Tourist stop.

We start at 06:00 am, with pick-up at your hotels in the city center. This trip has as its first destination the town of Pampa de Arrieros, a very important station for those travelers who arrived by train to the beautiful White City. We will make a stop in Pampa Cañahuas where we will see vicuñas behind the Misti Volcano. We will immediately arrive at Patahuasi, a place where you can have breakfast or drink Andean mate to acclimatize. Around 9:00 am we will arrive at the starting point of the walk. We prepare warm clothing, since we are at an altitude of 4600 meters above sea level. Therefore, the weather is cold. We will begin a 20-minute descent until we reach the Pillones waterfall (it is also possible to see it from the top). We will have to go down a rocky slope very carefully, and a tour along the side of a river before reaching the beautiful waterfall, where we can take all the photographs we want during our 45-minute stay. At 10:30 am we will carry out our expedition to reach the Puruña Stone Forest, whose geological rock formations eroded by rain and wind offer a landscape out of this world. At 2:30 pm we will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Arequipa. 5:00 pm Approx. We finish the tour at the Tourist stop.

9:00 am. Pick up from your hotel; The first point of visit is the Mirador de los Volcanes, whose place offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Andean apus venerated by the Incas, which today protect the White City: Misti, Chachani, Pichu Pichu. Then we will go to the Añashuayco Quarry. It is still in full exploitation of ashlar stone; which is why it has become an immense canyon with gigantic white walls, about 30 meters high. The craftsmen of the area explain their carving techniques and exhibit the various uses of the stone. Our next destination is the Quebrada de Culebrillas, an ashlar quarry that is not yet in operation, located between the districts of Uchumayo and Cerro Colorado. A 20-minute walk will allow us to observe the enigmatic petroglyphs engraved on the walls of the ravine. On our return to the city we will observe the Apachetas, stone structures arranged in a structure conical on the banks of the Inca Trail, as an offering. These are considered by the local residents to be an ancestral custom that causes a mystical sensation.



1:00 pm. Approx. We finish the tour at the Tourist stop. At the appropriate time, transfer to the Terminal or airport.