Arequipa & Colca Canyon 4 Day Tour

Discover two of the most beautiful places in southern Peru: Arequipa and the Colca Canyon with this fantastic 4-day trip.

Arequipa & Colca Canyon 4 Day Tour

Day 1: Arequipa

Pick up at the airport or bus terminal in Arequipa at 11 am. At 1 pm, a guided tour of the city begins, visiting the Monastery of Santa Catalina, Plaza de Armas, Jesuit Church of the Company, and the Tristán del Pozo house. Conclude with viewpoints at Carmen Alto and Yanahuara. Return to the hotel at 6 pm, day free afterwards.

Day 2: Arequipa – Colca Valley – Chivay

Set out for the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve at 8 am after breakfast. Observe vicuñas, alpacas, llamas, flamingos, and Andean geese. Stop at Mirador de Los Volcanes for views of the Colca Valley. Arrive in Chivay, the capital of the Colca Valley, at 2 pm with the rest of the day free.

Day 3: Chivay – Colca Canyon – Arequipa

Depart at 6 am for Colca Canyon, passing villages like Yanque and Maca. Visit the Condor Cross viewpoint to see condors. Return to Arequipa at approximately 5 pm and enjoy the rest of the day free.

Day 4: Arequipa

After breakfast, you will be dropped at the airport or bus station for your departure.

Accommodation

This tour includes 3 nights of accommodation with breakfast. Options at booking include single or double rooms:

Arequipa: Hostal La Casa de Margot or similar.Chivay: Hostal Colca Inn or similar.

Important information

Pick up time is at 11 am in Arequipa; please ensure arrival before this. Children under 3 years old travel free but share a bed with parents and sit on their lap during transfers.