Itinerary
First Day:
- 8:00 AM Departure to the Colca Valley
- Overnight at a hotel in Colca
Second Day:
- Buffet Breakfast (3 and 5) or Continental Breakfast (2)
- Cross of the Condor Tour (7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
| Dollars | Soles | Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| USD 590 | S/.19352 | 5-star hotel: Casitas del Colca |
| USD 190 | S/.623 | 4-star hotel: Colca Lodge |
| USD 145 | S/.475 | 3-star hotel: Casa Andina |
| USD 125 | S/.410 | 2-star hotel: Posada de Chivay |
PRICE PER PERSON IN SINGLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
| Dollars | Soles | Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| USD 580 | S/.1902 | 5-star hotel: Casitas del Colca |
| USD 270 | S/.886 | 4-star hotel: Colca Lodge |
| USD 210 | S/.688 | 3-star hotel: Casa Andina |
| USD 165 | S/.541 | 2-star hotel: Posada de Chivay |
PRICE PER PERSON IN TRIPLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
| Dollars | Soles | Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| USD 505 | S/.1656 | 5-star hotel: Casitas del Colca |
| USD 160 | S/.524 | 4-star hotel: Colca Lodge |
| USD 135 | S/.442 | 3-star hotel: Casa Andina |
| USD 115 | S/.377 | 2-star hotel: Posada de Chivay |
Important – hotel reservations are subject to space availability.
Program
Day 1 – Arequipa – Colca Valley
Early in the morning, embark on an unforgettable bus trip to the Colca Canyon, passing through Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, home to vicuñas and alpacas (South American camelids). Along the way, you can visit the Mirador de los Andes, the Chucura crater, and the Mirador de Chivay, where you can admire pre-Columbian terraces still cultivated by the native Collaguas. Arrival in Chivay at approximately 1:00 PM. Transfer to your selected lodge. Free afternoon, with the option to visit the region’s hot springs and medicinal baths.
Day 2 – Cruz del Cóndor – Arequipa
Early in the morning, we will depart for La Cruz del Cóndor, where the world’s largest bird can be seen circling above the verdant agricultural terraces cultivated since pre-Inca times. Enjoy the wonderful views of the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world (3,000 m). On the way back to Chivay, we will visit the Chinina Viewpoint, home to the famous Hanging Tombs, and the Siphon Suspension Bridge, which connects the towns of Yanque and Coporaque. We will continue to the town of Yanque, where we will visit its beautiful church and cobblestone streets, among other attractions. We will stop at the viewpoints of Choquetipo, Artahuilque, and the town of Maca to once again observe the Colca Valley. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will return to Arequipa, arriving at your selected hotel at approximately 6:00 PM.
Includes
 | Hotel Pick-up. |
 | 01 night of accommodation at the selected Hotel. |
 | Buffet breakfast (3 and 5 stars) Continental in 2 stars. |
 | Tourist Transportation. |
 | Entrance ticket to the Colca Canyon. |
 | Professional Tour Guide. |
Not Included
 | Food not mentioned. |
Note
You can request 2, 3, 4, or 5-star hotels in Aguas Calientes instead of the basic hostel that would already be included.
AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS: Students: ISIC CARD.
(Students require an International Student Identity Card and must be under 25 years of age.)
Recommendations
- Wear sneakers or light shoes or tennis shoes.
- Drink plenty of fluids on your excursions.
- Raincoat (long poncho) during the rainy season.
- Long-sleeved shirts.
- Long pants.
- Insect repellent.
- Sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
- Binoculars.
- Sunglasses, plastic bags.
- Medication and/or personal items (contact lens solution).
- One light backpack or briefcase per person.
- Camera or camcorder and film.
- Have checks and small coins (dollars, euros, or soles) on hand.
Requirements to book the Tour
Requirements to book the tour:
- Tour start date.
- First name (as written in passport).
- Last name (as written in passport).
- Scanned passports or ID cards (Required).
- Nationality.
- Passport number.
- Date of birth.
- Specify accommodation type (Single, Double, Matrimonial, Triple).
- Specify hotel category (2, 3, 4, or 5 stars).
- Contact phone numbers.
- Payment of 50% of the tour cost.
- Prices are promotional and for cash payments only. Payments by credit card will incur an 8% surcharge.
