Discover the majesty of Arequipa, known as the White City, and enjoy an unforgettable journey exploring one of the most impressive destinations in southern Peru: the famous Colca Canyon.
Our Arequipa + Colca 4 Days / 3 Nights program has been designed for travelers who wish to combine colonial architecture, history, nature, living culture, and breathtaking landscapes in one unforgettable experience.
Enjoy guided tours through the elegant city of Arequipa, its main tourist attractions, and a full-day excursion to the Colca Valley, where you will admire pre-Inca terraces, traditional villages, and the majestic flight of the Andean condor.
Upon arrival in Arequipa, our staff will welcome you at the airport or bus station and transfer you to your selected hotel.
The rest of the day will be free to relax, acclimatize, or begin exploring the beautiful historic center of the White City on your own.
Optional places to visit:
- Arequipa Main Square
- Mercaderes Street
- San Camilo Market
- Yanahuara Viewpoint
- Traditional cafés and restaurants
Perfect for starting your journey at a relaxed pace while enjoying the colonial charm of Arequipa.
We will begin the experience by picking you up from your hotel to explore the main urban and countryside attractions of Arequipa.
Our first stop will be the Historic Center of Arequipa, famous for its beautiful colonial architecture built with white volcanic stone known as “sillar.”
We will continue to the famous Yanahuara Viewpoint, where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the city and the volcanoes Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu.
Then we will visit:
- Carmen Alto Viewpoint
- Inka Alpaca Factory
- Scenic Route
- Founder’s Mansion
- Sabandía Mill
- Paucarpata Terraces
At the end of the tour, return to the hotel.
A perfect excursion to discover the colonial, traditional, and scenic essence of Arequipa.
Very early in the morning, we will depart towards the impressive Colca Valley, crossing spectacular Andean landscapes and the famous Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, home to vicuñas, alpacas, and llamas.
Along the route, we will stop at Patapampa (4,910 m.a.s.l.), also known as the Viewpoint of the Andes, where several volcanoes of southern Peru can be admired.
We will continue to the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, the main highlight of the excursion, where you will witness the immensity of Colca Canyon and, with some luck, the majestic flight of the Andean condor in its natural habitat.
On the return journey, we will visit picturesque traditional villages such as:
- Maca
- Yanque
- Natural viewpoints of the valley
- Colonial churches
There will also be free time for lunch in Chivay and the option to visit the La Calera hot springs.
Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa.
An unforgettable experience filled with nature, culture, and spectacular landscapes of southern Peru.
Enjoy your last day in Arequipa at your own pace. Ideal time for shopping, photography, or exploring special corners of the historic center.
Recommended places:
- Santa Catalina Monastery
- Andean Sanctuaries Museum
- Main Square
- San Camilo Market
- Mercaderes Street
- Sachaca Viewpoint
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport or bus terminal.
