Colca Valley 2 Day Trip

The Colca Valley is a combination of nature and tradition. Explore Chivay, high in the hills, and discover the Apurímac River, the starting point of the Amazon River. In two days, experience this impressive region in Peru.

Colca Valley 2 Day Trip

Day 1: Arequipa - Colca Canyon - Chivay

The tour begins with a pickup from your accommodation in Arequipa at 2:30 am. Travel approximately three hours through the Peruvian countryside, stopping in the town of Yanque for a typical breakfast. After another hour and a half, reach the Condor Cross viewpoint to see condors and views of the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest craters in the world.

Continue through the Colca Valley, stopping in Maca to explore the town and its colonial-style church. Travel past hundreds of pre-Inca terraces before reaching the Valley's hot springs for relaxation. The day ends in Chivay, where you have the afternoon free to explore the town at 9842 feet (3000 meters) above sea level.

Day 2: Chivay - Apurímac River - Arequipa

Start with breakfast at the hotel before heading to the Apurímac River, located two and a half hours away, at 16,400 feet (5000 meters) above sea level. Walk alongside the river and admire the natural landscapes, birds, and llamas. Witness the crystal-clear waters flowing from a rock wall into the Atlantic Ocean.

Return to Chivay at midday for lunch (not included), then stop at Patapampa mountains and volcano before making your way back to Arequipa, arriving around 6 pm.

Accommodation

The tour includes one night's accommodation at Hotel Colca Llaqta, or a similar hotel.

Hotel Pick Up

Pickup is available from accommodation in central Arequipa. If not, meet at Plaza de Armas, opposite the cathedral, at 2:30 am.

Tickets

The tour does not include the tourist ticket to the Colca Canyon (approx. 23 USD) or entrance to the hot springs (approx. 6 USD).