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Explore Colca on a Full-Day Tour from Arequipa’s Historical Center - Book Your Day Trip Today
Escape the city for a full-day journey from Historical Center, Arequipa to the world-famous Colca Canyon, where you’ll witness one of the deepest canyons on Earth and the chance to spot majestic condors from the rim at the Condor Cross; you’ll be picked up early (between 3:00am and 3:30am) and travel north to Chivay for a simple breakfast before heading west to the canyon viewpoint for an hour of sweeping scenery and wildlife watching. Along the way you’ll explore Andean culture with stops at pre-Incan terraces in Antawilke, the colonial town of Maca, and enjoy an hour soaking in the Yanque hotsprings, then return to Chivay for a buffet lunch before driving back toward Arequipa with final scenic stops at Patapama and the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, arriving back in the evening (around 5:30pm) - a seamless, culture-rich full-day tour you can book through Varoom to pair with your stay in the city.
About this activity in Historical Center
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Visit Colca Canyon, the world’s deepest canyon, and watch for majestic Andean condors at the Condor Cross viewpoint near Chivay.
- Experience traditional Andean culture with stops at pre-Incan terraces in Antawilke and the colonial town of Maca along the canyon rim.
- Relax for one hour in the Yanque hot springs and enjoy a buffet lunch of regional Andean dishes in Chivay.
- Scenic return drive toward Arequipa with photo stops at Patapampa and the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve.
Important Information
- You’ll be picked up from your hotel or hostel in Arequipa between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM for the full-day Colca Canyon tour; expect to return around 5:30 PM.
- Included: simple breakfast (bread, scrambled eggs, jam, butter, tea/coffee and juice), air-conditioned vehicle, guide, and an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch featuring Andean ingredients.
- Not included: Colca National Park entrance (70 soles per person), Yanque hot springs entrance (15 soles per person), and gratuities.
- This full-day excursion is suitable for all fitness levels, infants must sit on an adult’s lap, and public transportation options are available nearby if you need alternate arrival or departure plans.
Meeting Point
Hotel or hostel pickup in Arequipa between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM. Your vehicle will return you to the same drop-off location in the Historical Center of Arequipa at approximately 5:30 PM; if you prefer a nearby public transport hub, let us know in advance.
Includes
- You’ll enjoy a simple breakfast in the Historical Center, Arequipa: bread, scrambled eggs, jam, butter, tea, coffee and juice to start your day.
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle provided for the activity around the city and nearby sights.
- You will stop at a restaurant for an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch featuring traditional plates made from Andean products - a taste of local cuisine in the area.
- A guide is included to help you explore the destination and make the most of your time here.
Excludes
- National park entrance fee is not included (70 soles per person).
- Hot springs entrance is not included (15 soles per person).
- Gratuities are not included and are left to your discretion.
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach meeting points in the Historical Center.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap for the activity.
- This experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can enjoy the region regardless of your activity level.
Customer Reviews
9/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
It was a long trip but well-organized. We had frequent restroom breaks. The bus is comfortable. Our guide, Pablo, was attentive and provided lots of information. He also answered individual questions thoroughly. Furthermore lunch was yummy. The only recommendation is to send information regarding pick up the evening before the activity.
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Summary:
This tour was fantastic. The guide was very knowledgeable and the experience was better then I expected
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Summary:
This was an exceptional tour. Albeit a very long day, it was organised very well and allowed us to explore the area in one day!! We truly enjoyed it. Our guide Angel was fantastic, funny and knowledgeable.
First of all, we got picked up at our hotel at 3 am. We then headed to the mountains. I think we arrived at our first stop where we had breakfast at around 6 am ish. We then visited Maca, stopped at a couple of stops to admire the beauty of the Canyon. We got to try the cactus fruit.
We then hanged out at the viewing platform for condors. We saw a few gliding up close and it was so cool!
After that we did hot spring which was so nice and wished we could stay for longer. We only had about 20-30 mins (taking away the time to change and store things away).
Lunch buffet was awesome - so many varieties. We had a very full belly.
After that it was a 4 hour drive back to Arequipa.
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You’ll leave Arequipa early and travel north to Chivay before heading to the Condor Cross on the rim of the Colca Canyon, where you have an hour to enjoy panoramic canyon views and look for condors. The itinerary also includes stops at pre-Incan terraces, colonial Maca, and the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, providing rich outdoor and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Yes. The full-day tour is described as suitable for all physical fitness levels and is family-friendly; infants may sit on an adult’s lap. The schedule includes relaxed stops, a buffet lunch, and a one-hour visit at viewpoint areas and the Yanque hot springs for accessible enjoyment.
You’ll be picked up from your hotel or hostel between 3:00am and 3:30am, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Chivay for breakfast, visit the Colca Canyon rim and other stops, and return to Arequipa with drop-off at your hotel around 5:30pm, making it a comprehensive full-day excursion.
On the way and in Chivay you’ll visit traditional sites like Antawilke and the small town of Maca, and you’ll stop at a local restaurant for an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch featuring traditional Andean plates made from regional products, giving you a direct taste of local culture and cuisine.
The itinerary includes a one-hour dip at the Yanque hot springs, where you can soak in the hot pools, plus calm viewing time at the Condor Cross rim and leisurely stops at scenic spots, offering a blend of wellness and relaxation during your day trip from Arequipa.
The tour includes breakfast, an air-conditioned vehicle, a guide, and a buffet lunch, but national park entrance and hot springs entrance fees, as well as gratuities, are listed as exclusions, so you should plan for those additional costs when booking.
