Arequipa and Colca Canyon, Private Tour

Description

Explore Arequipa, the second largest city in Peru, during an awe-inspiring four-day tour. Visit its colonial-style downtown, admire its beautiful churches and catch a glimpse of the pampas outside the city, enjoying the spectacular scenery. Let the graceful flight of the condor entertain you in the Colca Valley and admire the native camelids of the Andes. Join this interesting tour and catch sight of the beautiful nature and interesting Peruvian culture. 


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Arequipa: Take a walk through the ‘prohibited city’ of Santa Catalina, visit the Jesuit church, and enjoy the majestic views of El Misti Volcano.

Colca Valley: Delight in the elegance of the condor gliding over the 4,000-metre-deep valley and visit some of the ancient villages in the area.

Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French-speaking local guide on a private basis

 ACCOMMODATION:

  • 3 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1,3 Arequipa

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Arequipa or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hampton by Hilton Arequipa or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa or similar 5*

Day 2 Colca Valley

Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Standard Colca or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Pueblito Encantado del Colca or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 5*


MEALS:

  • 3 breakfasts 
  • 2 lunches on days 2 and 3

TRANSPORT:

  • Private Transport from/to Arequipa Airport
  • Transport between Arequipa and Colca Canyon, on private basis.

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: 

  • Admission to all major monuments and shared sightseeing attractions mentioned in the itinerary: Convento Santa Catalina and Iglesia de la Compañía in Arequipa; 'Cruz del Condor' at Colca Valley and Canyon

Excluded

  • Expenses of a personal nature. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals. Meals not stated in the programme
  • Tips for driver and guide
  • Additional optional visits
  • International flights to Peru
  • Domestic flights
  • International and domestic airport departure taxes.

Know before you go

Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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