The Colca Valley at a relaxed pace — hot springs and condors.
The most relaxing way to experience Colca: with an overnight stay in the valley, you unwind in the hot springs and arrive early and well-rested at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint.
On the first day, journey along the volcano route spotting vicuñas, visit the Patapampa viewpoint (4,910 m), enjoy lunch in Chivay, and spend a wellness afternoon in the thermo-medicinal waters, with an optional folkloric dinner show.
On the second day, watch the condors soar at Cruz del Condor and visit colonial villages like Maca and Yanque before returning to Arequipa.
What makes this itinerary unique.
The flight of the Andean condor, viewed early and at a relaxed pace.
A relaxing afternoon in the valley's thermo-medicinal hot springs.
Patapampa viewpoint (4,910 m) and the volcano route.
The colonial villages of Maca and Yanque, rich in living culture.
Vicuñas and alpacas at the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve.
Day by day.
Depart at 07:30 AM along the volcano route, spotting vicuñas and stopping at the Patapampa viewpoint (4,910 m).
Arrive in Chivay for lunch and hotel check-in; spend the afternoon in the hot springs and enjoy an optional folkloric dinner show.
Early departure to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint to watch the condors soar just meters away.
On the return trip, visit the colonial villages of Maca and Yanque and their viewpoints; enjoy lunch in Chivay before the journey back to Arequipa.
Everything we take care of for you.
Inclusions
- Colca Tourist Ticket
- Modern tourist transportation with a professional driver
- 1 night at a selected hotel in the Colca Valley with breakfast
- Professional bilingual guide
- Permanent assistance and monitoring
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Hot springs entrance fee (paid on-site, approx. S/ 15)
- Folkloric dinner show (optional)
- Personal expenses and tips
Essential packing list.
- Original ID or passport
- Warm jacket, beanie, and gloves — mornings and high altitudes are cold
- Layered clothing for temperature changes throughout the day
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cap or hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cash in Soles (ATMs are scarce)
- Swimsuit for the hot springs
Important information
- Prior acclimatization is recommended — the route crosses points above 4,000 m.
- Bring cash in Soles: ATMs and credit card acceptance are limited in the region.
- Original ID or passport is mandatory for highway checkpoints and tickets.
- Early morning temperatures can drop near 0 °C — bring warm clothing.
- Booking policy: 50% deposit and the remaining 50% due 15 days before the trip.
Colca at the perfect pace: 2 days.
With an overnight stay in the valley, this itinerary is much more comfortable than a full-day tour and aids in acclimatization.
Daily departures from Arequipa. Contact our team via WhatsApp to confirm your date.
Common questions about this itinerary.
You avoid the rush of a full-day tour, relax in the hot springs, and arrive early and well-rested at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint.
The visit is on the itinerary, but the entrance fee is paid on-site (approx. S/ 15). Remember to bring your swimsuit.
The 2-day pace helps; however, spending at least one day in Arequipa beforehand makes the experience much smoother.
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