We visit the quarries where, for generations, stonemasons have cut and carved sillar by hand — the volcanic stone Arequipa was built with — and continue to a canyon of whimsical rock formations and petroglyphs.
The route
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Añashuayco quarries
A sillar-carving demonstration and monumental reliefs sculpted into the rock.
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Culebrillas Canyon
A short walk through a narrow passage between sillar walls, with petroglyphs.
Included
- Private vehicle with professional driver (SUV, van or minibus depending on group size)
- Private licensed tour guide in your language
- Entrance fees on the route
Not included
- Meals
