Beginning of the adventure
🕒 3:00 AM – Pick up from hotels in Arequipa
We start very early to make the most of the day. Our transportation will pass by your hotel to start the trip safely and comfortably.
Typical breakfast and living culture
🥣 6:00 AM – Breakfast with typical dances
After a few hours of travel, we arrive at a point where we will enjoy an Andean breakfast. It includes quinoa, traditional breads and coca tea. Meanwhile, local groups perform typical dances with music and colorful costumes.
Discovering the Colca villages
🏘️ 6:40 AM – Main square of Chivay
After breakfast, we visit the main square of Chivay. Here we see how the day begins for the villagers in an atmosphere full of tradition.
⛪ 7:10 AM – Coporaque and its ancient chapel
Further on, we arrive at Coporaque, one of the oldest villages in the valley. There we will see its square and a very old small chapel, a symbol of local history.
🏛️ 8:40 AM – Colonial church of Lari
Then, we head to Lari to visit its colonial church. It is a construction of the 18th century, with unique details that tell us about the past of the region.
Walk to the fortress
🥾 9:30 AM – Hike to Chimpa Fortress
We start the hike to this pre-Inca site. Along the way, we will see agricultural terraces, mountains and the great Colca Canyon. It is a route full of landscapes and fresh air.
🔭 11:00 AM – Descent from the fortress
After exploring the fortress and taking photos, we begin the descent to the village of Coporaque.
🏡 11:30 AM – Return to Coporaque
Back in the village, we take a short break to recover energy before lunch.
Lunch with local families
🍲 12:30 PM – Lunch in a local house
We are welcomed in a local house to share a traditional lunch. Here we taste typical dishes made with fresh products from the valley. In addition, we have a moment to chat with the host family.
Rural activities and relaxation
🧑🌾 2:00 PM – Rural activities with the community
After lunch, we participate in farm chores such as planting, harvesting or animal care. We can also wear typical costumes and learn local dances. It is a close way to live the Andean culture.
♨️ 3:30 PM – Hot springs
After the activities, we relax in the hot springs. These natural pools are ideal for resting the body after the hike.
Return to Arequipa
🚌 5:30 PM – Return to Arequipa
We start our way back to the city. During the trip, you can rest or simply enjoy the Andean landscape.
🌆 8:30 PM – Arrival to Arequipa
We arrive to the city and end this complete experience, full of history, nature and living culture.
Do you want to continue your trip to Puno from Chivay? You can add the transfer as an extra service in your reservation.
