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Colca Experiential Full Day

Location Arequipa, Peru
$48.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience the authentic Colca Valley experience with our full-day tour to the Colca Valley, an experience designed to deeply connect you with the local culture and the stunning landscapes of the canyon. This isn't a conventional experience: you'll visit Andean communities that still preserve their traditions, share moments with their inhabitants, and learn about their lifestyle, cuisine, and ancestral customs firsthand.
Our tourist transportation is modern, designed to give you the best experience on every trip. Enjoy the comfort of a vehicle equipped with air conditioning and heating, ideal for any climate, ensuring a pleasant trip at all times.
Your safety is our priority: we have all the necessary driving licenses and a team of professional drivers who guarantee a reliable and punctual service.
Discover the Colca Valley in an authentic and meaningful way: don't just visit it, experience it.
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Colca Experiential Full Day
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 14 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Official tourist guide
  • Continental breakfast (bread, scrambled eggs, jam, butter, tea, coffee and juice)
  • Extra expenses and tips
  • Lunch menu with the family (S/ 35.00)
  • Entrance/entry: Chacapi Hot Springs
  • Entrance to the hot springs is S/15.00
  • Tourist Ticket: Peruvians: Foreigners: S/70.00 ; Latin Americans: S/ 40.00 and Peruvians S/ 20.00

  • Abra Patapampa
    We started very early, at 3:00 am, heading towards Patapampa, the highest point of the route. Here we'll make a brief stop at the Mirador de los Volcanes, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the volcanoes and mountain ranges surrounding Arequipa and the Colca Valley.
  • Chivay
    Then we arrived at Chivay, capital of the Colca Valley. Here we will enjoy a comforting breakfast before continuing our journey, crossing beautiful landscapes, pre-Incan terraces, and observing typical flora and fauna of the area.
  • Yanque
    In this charming traditional village, we will witness a demonstration of the typical Colca dance, the Wititi, considered the "dance of love" and declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. You can also visit the beautiful colonial temple of the Most Holy Conception, rebuilt in the 17th century.
  • We will stop at the Huayra Punko (in Pinchollo) and Antahuilque viewpoints, where you can see ancient agricultural models and pre-Inca terraces.
  • Mirador Cruz del Condor
    One of the most anticipated moments: we arrive at the Cruz del Cóndor Lookout, where you'll have the opportunity to observe the majestic flight of the Andean condor, the largest non-marine bird in the world. From here you can also enjoy the impressive views of the Colca Canyon.
  • Maca
    We visit the picturesque town of Maca, where you can try the famous Colca Sour, a traditional drink made with Andean products.
  • Achoma
    We'll head to the village of Achoma, where a local family will be waiting for us to share our firsthand experience. They'll share their daily life with us. Depending on the date, we'll be able to participate in the planting or harvesting of local produce. We'll also be able to dress up and dance the traditional Colca dance, the wititi, a heritage of humanity. We'll have lunch overlooking the terraces. (Optional lunch menu: S/ 35.00)
  • Hot Springs Chacapi
    An ideal stop to relax: we'll enjoy the Chacapi hot springs, known for their medicinal properties. Optional entry: S/ 15.00
  • In this high Andean ecosystem, we will observe South American camelids such as llamas and alpacas, as well as birds such as Andean ducks, flamingos, and migratory species.
  • Patahuasi
    We conclude with a beautiful panoramic view of Patahuasi, from where you can see the Misti and Chachani volcanoes, as well as a unique rock forest with very interesting natural rock formations.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Colca Experiential Full Day

    Location Arequipa, Peru
    $48.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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