4-Day Arequipa and Colca Canyon Essential Tour Package

4-Day Arequipa and Colca Canyon Essential Tour Package

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4-Day Arequipa and Colca Canyon Essential Tour Package

4 Days Starting and ending in Arequipa, Peru

Visiting: Arequipa, Colca Canyon

Tour operator:

Tangol Tours

Tour code:

606

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

0-70

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $591 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 31-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through the enchanting city of Arequipa and the breathtaking Colca Canyon in Peru. This cultural tour offers an immersive experience with professional guides, exploring the rich history and stunning landscapes of the region. Begin your adventure in Arequipa, known as the "White City," with visits to iconic sites like the Santa Catalina Monastery and the Plaza de Armas. Journey through the picturesque Colca Valley, home to one of the world's deepest canyons, and witness the majestic flight of condors at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint. Enjoy comfortable accommodations with breakfast, and explore charming villages, vibrant markets, and optional hot springs. This tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Peru's natural and cultural wonders.

Highlights

  • 4-day tour to the amazing city of Arequipa

  • Explore the historic Convent of Santa Catalina in Arequipa

  • Visit the breathtaking Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world

  • Admire the majestic Condors flying over the Colca Valley

  • Discover the charming village of Chivay and its vibrant market

  • Experience the stunning views from the Yanahuara Scenic Overlook

  • Marvel at the ancient terraces of the Collagua culture at the Antahuilque viewpoint

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival in Arequipa

Location: Arequipa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: selected hotel

Reception at the airport or bus station and transfer to the hotel.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful squares in the country, next to the impressive Arequipa Cathedral, originally built in the 17th century and completely rebuilt after several earthquakes. We will see the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus (1590), considered a classic example of local baroque architecture, housing an exceptional collection of paintings and murals inside.

You will also visit the impressive Monastery of Santa Catalina de Siena, an authentic medieval cloister established in September 1579, still in use today. Spanning 20,000 square meters, this mysterious convent was built with sillar, the main material of local architecture.

We will visit the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, which have viewpoints offering panoramic views of the Arequipa countryside and the volcanoes surrounding the city: El Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu, undoubtedly a fantastic sight. We will have time to take photos.

You will visit the main square of the Cayma district and the Church of San Miguel Arcángel de Cayma located in this same place.

The rest of the afternoon is free to continue exploring the attractions of this colonial city. It`s also an opportunity to taste the good Arequipa cuisine or stroll through its pleasant colonial streets. Accommodation in the selected hotel.

Day 2 : Classic Colca Canyon

Location: Colca Canyon

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast. Our adventure begins in the morning in the city of Arequipa, as we embark on an exciting 160 km journey to the town of Chivay.

On the way, we will pass through the charming village of Yura, whose streets and squares have been declared historical monuments.

We will continue our route through Pampa de Arrieros and Pampa Cañahuas, home to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve in the Colca Canyon, where majestic vicuñas roam freely. You will have the chance to marvel at the beauty of these creatures while admiring this incredible landscape.

We will make a brief stop in Patahuasi for you to enjoy a rejuvenating coca tea, a traditional hot drink of the Andes that helps with altitude sickness. You will have the opportunity to admire beautiful birds, such as flamingos, during our short stop at the Tocra wetlands. We will continue the route passing by the crater of the Chucura volcano and will stop at a fantastic volcano viewpoint.

We will continue visiting charming picturesque villages and enjoy stunning views of the volcanoes from a viewpoint, conducting a cultural tour in the towns of the Colca Valley.

Finally, we will arrive in Chivay, where you will have free time for lunch (optional). We will transfer you to your hotel for a short rest.

Afterwards, we will explore the town of Chivay and its market, immersing ourselves in Andean culture at the top of the Colca Canyon. Then, we will visit the La Calera hot springs.

At the end of the day, we will take you back to your hotel in Chivay, Yanque, or Coporaque.

Day 3 : Colca Canyon and return to Arequipa

Location: Colca Canyon

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast. Wake up early to enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading to the famous viewpoint of the Cruz del Condor. We will arrive in time to gaze upon the magnificent depth of the Colca Canyon and, if we are lucky, spot condors in the Colca Canyon.

These impressive birds of prey are among the largest in the world, and watching them fly over the canyon and valley is a magical spectacle you won`t want to miss.

On our way back to Chivay, we will visit the traditional village of Pinchollo and the Antahuilque viewpoint, where you can marvel at the ancient terraces built 1,500 years ago by the Collagua culture, which preceded the Incas.

We will continue our exploration by visiting Maca, a charming Andean community that suffered an earthquake in November 1991, and the town of Yanque, famous for having the most beautiful church in the valley. We will return to Chivay for you to have lunch (optional).

Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa and transfer you to your hotel, thus concluding an unforgettable experience in the Colca Valley.

Day 4 : Departure from Arequipa

Location: Arequipa

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport or bus station.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Nights of accommodation in selected hotel in standard room with breakfast included.

  • Excursions

    Excursions with Spanish/English shared services.

  • Transfers

    Arrival and departure transfers to the city center.

  • Entrance Tickets

    Entrance tickets are included.

What's Not Included

  • Flights

    Flights are not included.

  • Additional Features

    Additional features are not included.

  • Food and Drink

    Food and drink are not included.

  • Undetailed Services

    Services not detailed in the program are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses are not included.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities are not included.

  • La Calera Ticket

    Ticket entrance to La Calera at Colca is not included.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes arrival and departure transfers to the city center, with shared services for excursions, allowing you to explore Arequipa and the Colca Canyon with ease.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable accommodations in selected hotels with standard rooms and breakfast included, ensuring a restful stay during your exploration of Arequipa and the Colca Canyon.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes nights of accommodation in a selected hotel in a standard room with breakfast included.

  • Are there any language options for the guided excursions?

    Yes, the excursions are available with Spanish and English shared services.

  • What is the starting point of the tour?

    The tour starts in the city of Arequipa, Peru.

  • Is transportation to and from the airport included?

    Yes, arrival and departure transfers to the city center are included.

  • Will I have the opportunity to see condors during the tour?

    Yes, on the third day, you will visit the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where you may have the chance to observe condors flying over the Colca Canyon.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Breakfast is included with the accommodation, but other meals are not included in the tour package.

  • What is the main highlight of the Colca Canyon visit?

    One of the main highlights is the opportunity to see the majestic condors flying over the canyon and to explore the traditional villages and ancient terraces of the Colca Valley.

  • Is the entrance to La Calera hot springs included in the tour?

    No, the ticket entrance to La Calera at Colca is not included in the tour package.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Please let us know as soon as you are aware you need to make changes and we can check on what is possible for you.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for our latest COVID-19 poilcies.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    We provide services to customers from multiple countries around the world.

Reviews of this operator

Anthony Blasini (Google Reviewer)  

I went on Tangol's full...

20-Feb-2024

I went on Tangol's full day walking tour of Buenos Aires and Sylvia was a very knowledgeable guide who clearly has a passion for sharing the cultural, social and political stories of Buenos Aires and how each of the neighborhoods visited help tell that story. It was a great (and well-planned) overview of BA.

Kumiko U. (Google Reviewer)  

We are Argentine soccer fans...

24-Mar-2024

We are Argentine soccer fans and asked Tangol if they have a tour package in Rosario that includes visits to places related to Lionel Messi, like his birth house and the soccer field (potrero) he played on in childhood. Though Tangol does not have such a package, they tailored a 1-day tour based on our requests for my family (4 persons) with air tickets between Buenos Aires and Rosario, a private minivan + a tour guide in Rosario. The Tangol contact person sent detailed information, including emergency contact, a couple of days before the tour day. Using WhatsApp, she responded promptly and precisely. In Rosario, the tour guide spoke perfect American English. He was friendly to all of us, and we felt comfortable talking to him and asking him many questions. He was knowledgeable about all the places we visited and answered our questions very nicely. That was the best tour of my life!

Murray Sirel (Google Reviewer)  

A tad expensive for football,...

01-Dec-2023

A tad expensive for football, but a good service and availability for anything you have to do in Buenos Aires! Would recommend. We went on a great tour to watch racing club against belgrano and apart for the amazing atmosphere, our guide Martin was tremendous! We would recommend using tangol to others.

Michelle Hosten (Google Reviewer)  

This was one of the...

14-Jun-2024

This was one of the best tours I have done in a long time. It was so well organized with friendly, knowledgeable staff and so accommodating to our needs. We are a Hospitality & Tourism group and the way they dealt with us was just excellent!!. We saw a vineyard and a winery, did cooking classes, attended tango show, visited historical sites and so much more. Whatever was aligned to our requirements , we did it!! I highly recommend this Agency. You get such a memorable experience and then some. Thank you Tangol and Jessica!!! Thanks to Camillo in Santiago , Chile and Augustin, Franco, the drivers like Brian in Argentina.......Great Job!!!

Tjarco Groefsema (Google Reviewer)  

I did a river plate...

24-Feb-2024

I did a river plate organised tour. Very well arranged.

Selar Francis (Google Reviewer)  

Going to watch the River...

09-Feb-2025

Going to watch the River Plate game was a wonderful experience. Everything was perfectly organized. Thank you 🙏

Tatiana Martens (Google Reviewer)  

That was very nice! The...

01-Mar-2024

That was very nice! The operator was super fast and friendly. I confused dates and booked my trip at a wrong date, but I was informed immediately and my booking details were adjusted. The guide was also nice, spoke very clear, gave valuable information regarding the places we visited. Thank you!

Keshav Khanijow (Google Reviewer)  

Working with Abril was wonderful....

13-Feb-2025

Working with Abril was wonderful. From the get go she was very transparent about prices allowing me to choose tour operators in both Paraguay and Uruguay- Paraguay in particular is difficult to navigate. When there was the risk of an air strike they called all the hotels and tour operators to change my itinerary dates luckily incurring no extra fees to me for the changes! We kept in touch via WhatsApp during the trip which was EXTREMELY helpful. Having someone for 24/7 contact for emergencies is such a boon for solo travelers. All tour operators were great that were selected, and I got some great pictures of myself at different historical sites. Thanks so much to Abril from TravelLocal and Tangol for their assistance. This was truly a memorable vacation, and I definitely would not have been able to organize it and have it be as stress free as they did the heavy lifting. Highly recommended.

Frank Candia (Google Reviewer)  

Do not use this company....

23-Dec-2023

Do not use this company. On December 19, 2023, my parents went on the Iguazu Falls tour from Foz do Iguacu, Brazil, using this company. The driver they sent scammed my elderly parents, along with many others in the bus, out of an additional $10 USD per person by making them wait in the vehicle while he went to buy the park tickets. He stripped them of the opportunity to go buy the tickets themselves. This scam involved forcing my parents, along with others in the bus, to pay cash at an exchange rate of 175 Portugese Reais, which works out to approximately $35 USD for each park ticket when it should have been around $25 USD. I asked this company four times for the name and phone number of the driver but they refuse to provide the information. Furthermore, the driver then made each person pay an additional 5 Reais on the way back, claiming it was to pay for some additional fee. Lastly, this booking was done for an 8 am tour departure. The company then sent us an email stating 7:40 am pick-up, which was fine. However, the driver showed up at the hotel at 7:10 am while my mother was still eating breakfast telling her to get moving or he would leave them behind. This is the most disgusting company I have ever dealt with and even to this moment they refuse to provide the driver's information to us because are protecting his scam from the police. I petitioned Viator for a refund for at least one of the tickets but this Tangol company lied to them stating that my parents chose to do the conversion at a much higher market exchange rate with the driver. I hope others that were in the same bus come forward.

Cathie Koss (Google Reviewer)  

They cancelled a tour the...

27-Dec-2023

They cancelled a tour the day before-- Pope Francis in Buenos Aires. If you offer a tour I think it is important to go and do the tour as opposed to canceling the day prior. Super frustrating. Would not book with them again.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Tangol Tours allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 10 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Tangol Tours requires a minimum deposit of 50% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tangol tours charges.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.

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