Location: Chivay
Top Things to do in Chivay
Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Chivay, Arequipa Region
Chivay is a town in the Colca valley, capital of the Caylloma province in the Arequipa region, Peru. Located at about 12,000 ft above sea level, it lies upstream of the renowned Colca Canyon. It has a central town square and an active market. Ten km to the east, and 1,500 metres above the town of Chivay lies the Chivay obsidian source.
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1. 10-Day Tour from Lima: Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and Colca Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore all the highlights of Peru on a 10-day tour. Visit Cusco, the Sacred Valley, the salt terraces of Maras and the circular terraces of Moray. Step back in time in the town of Ollantaytambo before boarding the train to Machu Picchu. Discover the impressive complex and then travel to the highest navigable lake in the world. Visit the Uros Floating Islands, made of Tortora Reed and Taquile Island. At last, see the most amazing places of the Colca Canyon and spot several condors flying around.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 9 nights accommodation in carefully selected hotels, Professional English-speaking tour guide, Professional driver, Round trip expedition train to Machu Picchu, Round trip bus Aguas Calientes €- Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes, All excursions and tours, All transfers and transportation, Executive tourist coach from Puno To Colca, Executive tourist coach from Cusco To Puno, Speedy deluxe motor boat trip to Uros and Taquile islands
Exclusions: Gratuities, International flights, Domestic flights, Optional Huayna Picchu hike: $15USD (per person)
Reviewed By Jzeliger51
We had 2 nights in the Amazon at Amazona Posadas. We packed in a lot to very little time. The lodge was beautiful and very comfortable, food was excellent. Our guide was very good but seemed a bit disinterested at times. Very knowledgeable. We then went to Cusco, had a walking tour and cooking class. Our new guide, Albero was excellent. Our cooking class with Jesus was fun, very accommodating. We then moved on to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Highly recommend the hike at MP Mountain. Our guide was very supportive and patient! Next we then went to the Rainbow Mountain. Unfortunately, though I requested we NOT go to Vinicunca, that is where we were taken. It was very beautiful, but very crowded. I did not understand why we did not go to Palcoyo. Was told later it was not accessible due to landslides. This may have been the case, but was unhappy about the lack of transparency prior to embarking. Overall, we were very happy with our experience and grateful to have completed it before the travel restrictions were set in place for the COVID pandemic.
2. TOUR COLCA CANYON 2D - 1N (Shared Service)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
FIRST DAY 07:30 a.m – 07:45 a.m. Transfer from centrally located hotels 08:30 a.m. Departure from Arequipa to Chivay 12:30 a.m.Arrival to Chivay. 12:45 p.m.Hotel accommodation in Chivay. 01:00 p.m. Buffet lunch. 03:00 p.m. Arrival to La Calera (thermal baths). 06:30 p.m. Dinner Show SECOND DAY 05:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast 06:15 a.m. Departure from Chivay to the "Mirador de la Cruz del Condor". 07:30 a.m. Stay in the “Mirador de la Cruz del Cóndor”. 12:00 p.m Arrival to Chivay and lunch. 01:30 p.m. Departure from Chivay to Arequipa. 05:00 p.m. – 05:30 p.m. Arrival in Arequipa and transfer to city center hotels
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Pick up from downtown hotels in Arequipa to bus departure, Shared bus transportation during 2 days, Tourism Guide (English/Spanish), Basic lodging on Chivay (hot wáter, wifi, continental breakfast and private bath), Sonqo Killa similar hostels, Continental breakfast., Dinner Show., Drop off at your hotel or Plaza de Armas
Exclusions: Tourist ticket of Colca (BTC) S/70 Soles per person, Entry to the thermal baths of La Calera. S/15 soles per person, Personal expenses
Reviewed By DLop55
I'm not sure if there were better things to see, but the ride around the city was fun. Seemed like we hit the hot spots, other than the Plaza de Armas. Not extremely impressed, but it was a good way to drive around and see the city. The stops were pretty good.
3. 10-Day Private Guided Excursion in Peru Exploring the Inca Culture
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Get off the beaten path in the highlands of Peru and discover stunning mountain scenery and remote cities few tourists visit. passing through Arequipa the "white city" the magic of the Colca Cañon and the beaufitul Chivay town. getting really connected with the culture and history. Getting to Llachon in Titikaka - lake and have a complete unique experience with the local homesstay. enjoy the magic of the lake and incomparable Uros Island. gettin to Cusco is half the adventure and exploring the land of the Inca and its best Machupicchu – travel by a private transport and Professional Tourism Guide to increase the very ancient knowledge of this civilization.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private tour, Proffesional Tourism Guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: international flights comming / outgoing of Peru, Gratuities
Reviewed By Valerie D
After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!
4. Colca Canyon Sightseeing Tour 2D1N and Transfer to Puno
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Know the Colca Canyon from Arequipa and ending in Puno Titicaca lake all in two magnificent days you save hours of travel and gaining spectacular views of the Andes of Peru.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Shared tourist bus or van, English tour guide, Hotel night standart ** , Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa
Exclusions: Entrance fee to the Colca Canyon (tourist ticket 70 soles pp) , Meals (lunch - dinner) *optional, Entrance fee to the Hot spring (15 soles pp) *optional
Reviewed By Kim290388
Salinas salt lagoon is incredibly beautiful. I was there during the rainy season so it’s not white but instead a big mirror. Our guide Elli was super knowledgeable and could answer all our questions about the region and the lagoon itself. Since we were only two guests, the whole tour was super flexible and tailored to our wishes. I can highly recommend this tour - it’s worth every penny :-)
5. Colca Canyon 2 days 1 night, spectacular
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
On this tour you can enjoy the beauty of the Colca Canyon with a restful night in the middle of the Colca Valley. You can rest in a quiet, clean and safe environment surrounded by the mountains that form this famous Colca canyon, considered one of the deepest canyons in the world. The departure is between 8:00 am and 8:30 am, Chivay is reached by making brief stops, on the way, typical lunch, rest time at the Hotel, thermal baths (where you can have a pleasant rest time in hot springs natural) and a night with typical dances and tourist dinner. Overnight in Chivay. On the second day we visit the main points of the Colca Canyon, the Mirador de la Cruz del Condor, natural viewpoints around, traditional villages, and then return to Arequipa at an ideal time being the arrival at approximately 5:00 pm.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tourist transport, Professional Guide English - Spanish, 1 night of Hotel in the Colca, Permanent assistance and safety kit.
Exclusions: Entrance ticket to Colca. required. Peruvian 6 dollars / South American 13 usd / Other 23 usd, Optional admission to the thermal baths. 15 soles or 5 dollars., Food not mentioned., Personal extra expenses
Reviewed By DLop55
Very interesting to see the white mountains and natural rock walkways. Tour guide was excellent and over all was a great tour. Can be a tough walk to get through, but worth it based on physical ability.
6. Colca Canyon / Full day tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Come and enjoy an impressive Full day tour through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Disconnect at least one day from the city and fully enjoy the nature that surrounds this valley. Our guide will show you all the beauties such as the huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads, follow our route to different tiny towns and of course visit the relaxing hot springs.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Breakfast
Exclusions: Entrance ticket to the Colca Canyon: 70 soles per person, Entrance ticket to the Hot Springs, We can buy a buffet lunch for 30 soles
Reviewed By Jaime N
Our tour guide, David, was absolutely brilliant and his knowledge, humour, friendliness and problem-solving skills are what made the tour such a success. He provided us with lots of fascinating commentary, made sure everyone's dietary requirements were met at the restaurants, ensured nobody felt left behind on the short hikes, and he was always happy to answer all our questions. He even sourced clean towels for our visit to the hot springs so that we didn't need to rent any. Worth every single penny we paid for this tour.
7. Colca Canyon Sightseeing Tour 2-Day 1-Night
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the Colca Canyon in two days and enjoy one of the most breathtaking views in the world, as well as the unique flora and fauna.
Inclusions: Breakfast
Exclusions: Lunch (2), Dinner (1), Hot spring (USD5) Optional, Entrance fee Colca Canyon (USD 21) (Mandatory)
Reviewed By Kim290388
Salinas salt lagoon is incredibly beautiful. I was there during the rainy season so it’s not white but instead a big mirror. Our guide Elli was super knowledgeable and could answer all our questions about the region and the lagoon itself. Since we were only two guests, the whole tour was super flexible and tailored to our wishes. I can highly recommend this tour - it’s worth every penny :-)
8. Overnight Tour: Colca Canyon Including Horse Riding from Arequipa
Overall Ratings
3.9 based on 7 reviews
Join this overnight tour which included round-trip transportation, an official bilingual tour guide, horse riding in the countryside traditional village of Yanque (Horses, guide, equipment) and an overnight in the Colca Valley in a standart hotel including breakfast.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Overnight accommodation (double /twin /triple rooms), Shared tourist Transport minivan or minibus, Horseriding - equipment and local tour guide for riding (day 1 afternoon), Hotel pickup, Accredited english tour guide + local guide for horseriding
Exclusions: 2 Lunch (day 1 / day 2), 1 Dinner (day 1), Entrance fee (tourist ticket 70 soles or $21pp - Mandatory), Tips gratitudes
Reviewed By Kim290388
Salinas salt lagoon is incredibly beautiful. I was there during the rainy season so it’s not white but instead a big mirror. Our guide Elli was super knowledgeable and could answer all our questions about the region and the lagoon itself. Since we were only two guests, the whole tour was super flexible and tailored to our wishes. I can highly recommend this tour - it’s worth every penny :-)
9. 13-Day Tour from Lima:Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon and Nazca Lines
Explore all the highlights of Peru on a 13-day tour from Lima. See the Sacred Valley and visit the salt terraces of Maras and Moray. Step back in time at Ollantaytambo. Discover the complex of Machu Picchu together with your tour guide. Then, travel to the highest navigable lake in the world and visit the interesting islands of Lake Titicaca - the Uros Floating Islands, made of Tortora Reed and Taquile Island. Enjoy a scenic journey by tourist coach from Puno to Colca and see the most amazing places of the Colca Canyon and spot several condors flying around. At last, have a once in a lifetime experience flying over the mysterious Nazca Lines.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accomodation, Professional English Speaking Tour Guide, Round Trip Expedition Train To Machu Picchu, Round Trip Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes, All Transfers And Transportation, Executive Tourist Coach: Cusco to Puno, Puno to Yanque and Arequipa to Ica, All Fees and Taxes, Flight over Nazca Lines, Entrances
Exclusions: Gratuities, International and Domestic Flights
Reviewed By Jzeliger51
We had 2 nights in the Amazon at Amazona Posadas. We packed in a lot to very little time. The lodge was beautiful and very comfortable, food was excellent. Our guide was very good but seemed a bit disinterested at times. Very knowledgeable. We then went to Cusco, had a walking tour and cooking class. Our new guide, Albero was excellent. Our cooking class with Jesus was fun, very accommodating. We then moved on to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Highly recommend the hike at MP Mountain. Our guide was very supportive and patient! Next we then went to the Rainbow Mountain. Unfortunately, though I requested we NOT go to Vinicunca, that is where we were taken. It was very beautiful, but very crowded. I did not understand why we did not go to Palcoyo. Was told later it was not accessible due to landslides. This may have been the case, but was unhappy about the lack of transparency prior to embarking. Overall, we were very happy with our experience and grateful to have completed it before the travel restrictions were set in place for the COVID pandemic.
10. 2 days 1 night Colca Canyon tour from Arequipa
A journey to Peru is not complete without visiting Arequipa, the beautiful white city of Peru, and getting the chance to see the amazing condor soaring through the sky in its native habitat of Colca Canyon. Much of the architecture in Arequipa is made of a white volcanic stone, Sillar, hence its nickname of the white city. This gorgeous city combines tradition and modernity in peaceful harmony while providing the gateway to the tradition and breathtaking scenery of Colca Canyon.
Inclusions: Round trip transportation from Arequipa to Colca Canyon, Professional guide in English or Spanish, Breakfast at accommodation in Chivay, 1 night at 3* hotel in Chivay
Exclusions: Lunch and dinner in Chivay, Entrances to hot springs - S/15.00 per person, Entrance fee to Colca Canyon - S/70.00 per person
Reviewed By Gazza1112015
The tickets we booked were non-refundable. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic we had to cancel our June 2020 trip and excursion with them. Upon our request, they offered a full refund immediately, without question. Very much appreciated. We look forward to travel via them in the future.
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