Tour to the Sillar Route

Duration

Half day

Maximum

19 pax

Max Height

2300 masl

Age Min

3 years

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Description

On this fascinating morning tour, you will explore the Sillar Route, a journey that will take you through breathtaking landscapes of white stone, where you will discover the history and culture behind this iconic material of Arequipa. You will start the day at the Mirador de Yanahuara, enjoying panoramic views of the Misti Volcano and savoring a traditional ice cream cheese. Then, you will enter the Añashuayco Quarry, where you will learn about the process of sillar extraction and carving, and finish with a hike in the Quebrada de Culebrillas, exploring ancient petroglyphs and the mysterious apachetas, all while immersing yourself in the cultural richness of the region.

Highlights:

  • Panoramic views of the Misti volcano from the Yanahuara viewpoint.
  • Tasting of Arequipa's traditional ice cheese.
  • Visit to the imposing Añashuayco Quarry.
  • Exploration of the Quebrada de Culebrillas and its millenary petroglyphs.
  • Observation of the apachetas, a symbol of gratitude and good luck.

Included/Excluded

  • Tourism Transportation
  • Guide
  • Pick up from your hotel
  • First aid kit
  • Personalized assistance
  • Lunch
  • Entrance to the quarries
  • Entrance to the Quebrada
  • Sports Activities

Tour Plan

9:00 am | 2:00 pm Departure from Arequipa to the Sillar Route.

The tour begins with a departure from Arequipa to the Sillar Route, where you will immerse yourself in the history and culture of the region.

9:15 am | 2:15 pm Stop at Yanahuara viewpoint

First stop at the Mirador de Yanahuara. Here you will have time to take pictures at the iconic Portales de Yanahuara, with the majestic Misti Volcano in the background, and enjoy a tasting of Arequipa's traditional ice cheese. You will also visit the beautiful Yanahuara Church.

9:45 am | 2:45 pm Departure to the Añashuayco Quarry.

Departure to the impressive Añashuayco Quarry, known for its huge ignimbrite cliffs.

10:30 am | 3:30 pm Arrival at Añashuayco Quarry

Arrival at the Añashuayco Quarry. Here you can observe the impressive canyon formed by the extraction of ashlar and learn about the history of this material, its elaboration process and its use in colonial architecture, including the impressive reproduction of the facade of the Church of the Company of Jesus.

11:15 am | 4:15 pm Transfer to Quebrada de Culebrillas

Transfer to Quebrada de Culebrillas, a place full of mystery and ancestral culture.

11:45 am | 4:45 pm Hiking in the Quebrada de Culebrillas Gorge

Arrival at the Quebrada de Culebrillas. Enjoy a walk of approximately 20 minutes through this small canyon, whose walls of 15 to 20 meters high are decorated with petroglyphs made by the Wari culture more than a thousand years ago.

12:15 pm | 5:15 pm Visit to the apachetas

Visit the apachetas, small towers of stacked stones, which are offerings to nature and a symbol of good luck for travelers.

12:45 pm | 5:45 pm Return to Arequipa

Begin your return to the city of Arequipa, reflecting on the rich history and natural beauty you have just experienced.

1:00 pm | 6:00 pm Arrival to Arequipa

Approximate arrival in Arequipa, ending a tour full of culture and impressive landscapes.

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