In this 1 day tour we will visit the Colca Canyon, known for being «one of the deepest canyons in the world». We will also have the privilege of observing one of the largest birds on the planet: the Andean Condor, we will be able to appreciate the majestic flight of this enigmatic bird at the viewpoint of the cross of the condor. In addition to all this, we will enjoy a direct contact with nature. We will be accompanied by a specialized guide who will tell us about the history of the cultures that inhabited this area. We will enjoy a relaxing bath in the hot springs of Chacapi and taste a delicious lunch with Andean dishes made with local products.
Hotels in the historical center – Plaza de Armas
02:30 – 03:00 am
We start with the pick up of passengers from 2.30am to 3.00am, from the different hotels, (located in the historic center) to start the trip through Yura. The trip will be made directly to the Condor Cross, stopping only for breakfast in the town of Chivay where we will pay the Tourist Ticket.
We will arrive at the Cruz del Condor from where we will be able to appreciate one of the deepest canyons in the world and where the condor sanctuary is located. On the way back we will stop in the villages of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque that have beautiful colonial churches; as well as in the viewpoint of Antahuilque from where we can observe the pre-Inca tombs and models and the beautiful landscape of the Colca with its impressive terraces.
We will go to the Thermal Baths, 01 hour approximately so that they can bathe.
We will continue with lunch in Chivay and return to Arequipa, we will stop at the viewpoint of the volcanoes (highest point 4,910masl), in the wetlands of Tocra where you can see the diversity of wild birds, herds of alpacas and llamas; in Pampa Cañahuas observe herds of vicuñas (part of the National Reserve of Aguada Blanca and Salinas) the beautiful South American camelid possessor of one of the finest fibers in the world.
17:30pm Approx. arrival to Arequipa.
