Itinerary
First Day:
- Welcome and transfer from the Arequipa terminal or airport to the hotel.
- Afternoon city tour of Arequipa (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM).
- Overnight at selected hotel in Arequipa.
Second Day:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Tour to the Colca Canyon, Vicuñas Reserve, and Chivay (all day).
- Overnight at a hotel in Colca.
Third Day:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Tour to the Colca Canyon, Condor Cross, Condor Viewing, and return to Arequipa.
- Overnight at selected hotel in Arequipa.
Fourth Day:
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Arequipa Airport.
PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
| Dollars | Soles | Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| USD 680 | S/.2230 | 5-star hotel: Libertador |
| USD 415 | S/.1362 | 4-star hotel: Cabildo |
| USD 360 | S/.1180 | 3-star hotel: Asturias |
| USD 325 | S/.1066 | 2-star hotel: Corregidor |
PRICE PER PERSON IN SINGLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
| Dollars | Soles | Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| USD 1200 | S/.3936 | 5-star hotel: Libertador |
| USD 655 | S/.2148 | 4-star hotel: Cabildo |
| USD 460 | S/.1508 | 3-star hotel: Asturias |
| USD 400 | S/.1312 | 2-star hotel: Corregidor |
PRICE PER PERSON IN TRIPLE ACCOMMODATION – 2024
| Dólares | Soles | Hoteles |
|---|---|---|
| USD 805 | S/.2640 | 5-star hotel: Libertador |
| USD 355 | S/.1164 | 4-star hotel: Cabildo |
| USD 350 | S/.1148 | 3-star hotel: Asturias |
| USD 305 | S/.1000 | 2-star hotel: Corregidor |
Important – Hotel reservations are subject to space availability.
Program
Day 1 – WELCOME TO AREQUIPA
On the day of your arrival at the Arequipa airport, we will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it. We will then transfer you to your selected hotel, where you can rest in the morning. In the afternoon, we will pick you up at 1:30 p.m. to begin the tour of the “White City,” including the Convent of Santa Catalina, undoubtedly the jewel of Arequipa, finally opened to the public in 1970 after 400 years of seclusion, along with countless pieces of colonial art. You will also visit the Plaza de Armas, the cloisters of the Society of Jesus, and the Cayma and Yanahuara neighborhoods, with magnificent views of the El Misti volcano. You will also visit a traditional colonial mansion called the Founder’s Mansion. (Photo: Plaza de Armas, Arequipa).
Day 2 – TO THE COLCA CANYON AND VICUÑA RESERVE
Early in the morning, we depart by private bus for the Colca Canyon, passing by the foot of the Chachani volcano. During the trip, we will cross the Cañahuas plains, where the Vicuñas National Reserve is located. Here you can see the Vizcachani, La Pulpera, Callalli, Sibayo, and Tuti Village. The highest point we will pass is 4,000 meters above sea level, where you will appreciate the flora and fauna of the beautiful natural lagoons of Bofedales and Mar Atrapado, along with giant castle-shaped rocks. At 5:00 p.m., we will arrive in Chivay, in the Colca Valley. Overnight stay in the Colca Valley. (Photo: Vicuñas in the plains of Arequipa).
Day 3 – COLCA CANYON AND VIEWING THE CONDORS
In the morning, we depart for the “Cruz del Cóndor,” where the canyon begins and where we can appreciate its depth. From this point, we will also be able to see the condor in its natural habitat. After a brief stop at the “Cruz del Cóndor,” we will continue our journey through the Colca Canyon, admiring the small towns of Pinchocclo, Madrigal, Lari, Maca, Achoza, Yanque, etc. We will then return to Arequipa to rest. (Photo: Condor at “Cruz del Cóndor in the Colca Canyon”).
Day 4 – TRANSFER FROM THE HOTEL TO THE AIRPORT
After breakfast, we will take you to the Arequipa airport where we will bid you farewell.
Includes
 | Hotel Pick-up. |
 | 1 City tour in Arequipa. |
| 1 Tour to the Colca Canyon. |
 | 2 Nights at selected hotel in Arequipa includes breakfast (according to accommodation). |
| 1 Night at selected hotel in Colca includes breakfast (according to accommodation). |
 | 1 Transfer from the terminal or airport in Arequipa to the Hotel. |
| 1 Transfer from the Hotel in Arequipa to the Airport or Terminal. |
 | 3 breakfasts at the hotels. |
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.
