Half-Day Sillar Route & Culebrillas in Arequipa
- 4 Hours
- Maximum Allowed Per Booking: 18
Adult
Description
Duration
4 Hours
Group Size
18
Language
English, Spanish
Highlights
- Explore the Sillar Route and discover the history behind Arequipa’s white volcanic stone
- Visit Añashuayco Quarry and watch local stonemasons at work
- Admire impressive canyon landscapes formed by volcanic rock
- Walk through the Culebrillas Canyon and see ancient Wari petroglyphs
- Experience Andean traditions with the symbolic apachetas stone towers
Included
- Bus/van
- Tour guide
- Pick up
Excluded
- Entrance ticket PEN 10
Travel Itinerary
0900h - Arequipa city center Pick ups-Canteras de Añashuayco-Culebrillas
Discover the origins of Arequipa’s iconic white stone on this half-day cultural and scenic tour along the famous Sillar Route.
After being picked up from your hotel, travel to the impressive Añashuayco Quarry, located about 45 minutes from the city. This active quarry offers a fascinating insight into the traditional work of local stonemasons, who have been shaping volcanic stone for centuries. Admire canyon walls formed by sillar extraction and see a remarkable large-scale carving of the Church of La Compañía de Jesús. You’ll also have the chance to interact with artisans and even try cutting a stone block yourself.
Continue to the Culebrillas Canyon, a natural gorge shaped by water erosion over time. Enjoy a short and easy walk (around 20 minutes) through this narrow canyon, surrounded by walls up to 20 meters high. Along the way, spot ancient petroglyphs created by the Wari culture over 1,000 years ago.
Before heading back, observe the traditional apachetas—small stone towers built as symbols of gratitude to nature and good fortune.
Return to Arequipa city center, where the tour ends near the Main Square.
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
What to remember?
- Hotel pick-up is available only from accommodations located in Arequipa city center
- Drop-off is near the Main Square (not at the hotel)
- We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and light clothing
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a reusable water bottle
- This activity includes short walks on uneven terrain and is not suitable for people with mobility difficulties
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please follow your guide’s instructions at all times, especially in quarry areas
Tour Terms & Conditions
-Booking & Payment: Full payment or deposit required to confirm. Accepted methods: credit card, bank transfer, PayPal, etc.
-Cancellations: Full refund if canceled ≥7 days before the tour; no refund if <7 days or no-show.
-Same-Day Bookings: Subject to availability.
-Health & Safety: Participants must be in good health. Children under [age] must be accompanied. Operator not responsible for injuries due to negligence.
-Clothing & Equipment: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes; bring sunscreen, hat, water, and camera. Modest clothing recommended.
-Itinerary Changes: May occur due to weather, safety, or other unforeseen circumstances.
-Liability: Operator not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items.
-Photos & Videos: May be taken for promotional purposes
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