Suyo Journeys · 4 days / 3 nights
From El Misti to Titicaca
The White City, the flight of the condor and the high plateau, all the way to the shores of the world’s highest navigable lake.
- Duration
- 4 days / 3 nights
- Route
- Arequipa · Colca Valley · Puno
- Max. altitude
- 4,910 m a.s.l.
- Format
- Private and tailor-made
The great southern classic, designed for a first visit. We welcome you in Arequipa, explore the city and its high-altitude Inca history, then cross the Andes through the Colca Valley to your hotel in Puno, ready for Lake Titicaca.
Ideal for: First-time visitors to southern Peru and travelers continuing to Puno and Cusco.
The route
- Arequipa 2 nights
- Colca Valley 1 night
- Puno Arrival at your hotel
Day by day
- Day 01
Welcome to the White City
We meet you at the airport or bus station with your name. On the way to the hotel, our assistant walks you through the itinerary and shares tips for your first steps in the city. Free afternoon to acclimatize at 2,335 m.
Night in Arequipa - Day 02
Arequipa, sillar and Inca sanctuaries
The Carmen Alto and Yanahuara lookouts facing the volcanoes, the Historic Center and Santa Catalina Monastery. We round off the day at the Andean Sanctuaries Museum, home of Juanita, the Lady of Ampato.
Night in Arequipa - Day 03
Into the Colca Valley
We cross the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve among vicuñas and climb to the Patapampa Volcano Lookout (4,910 m). Descent to Chivay and a free afternoon to unwind at the hot springs.
Night in Colca Valley - Day 04
The condor and the road to Titicaca
An early start at the Condor Cross, a visit to the valley villages and lunch in Chivay. We continue across the plateau and the Lagunillas lagoons to your hotel in Puno, arriving around 6:00 pm.
End of service
What’s included
- Arrival transfer with assistant
- City Tour + Santa Catalina + viewpoints, with entrance fees
- Andean Sanctuaries Museum (Juanita)
- Colca 2 days / 1 night continuing to Puno
- Private licensed guide on every visit, all the way to Puno
- Private transport throughout
Not included
- Hotels: booked with our partner hotels, your choice
- Colca Tourist Ticket (mandatory)
- Meals not stated in the itinerary
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We tailor it to your dates and style
Tell us your dates, number of travelers and preferred hotel category. We will send your proposal within 24 hours; we can add nights, switch days or include more experiences.
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