Ashlar Route & Culebrillas Canyon Tour
Ashlar Route & Culebrillas Canyon Tour
First of all, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Arequipa at your chosen time. We'll drive down the Uchumayo road until we reach the ashlar stone quarries. Here, we'll take a guided tour to learn all about the work of the quarrymen, whose trade dates back to ancient times.
The stones in this area have the unique trait that they can only be worked by hand, otherwise, they would break. The work of the quarrymen is to carve the stone to form the ashlars that'll later be used for the constructions that are typical of this part of Peru. Did you know that this material comes from the lava of the volcanoes that surround Arequipa?
Afterwards, we'll spend 30 minutes walking to our next destination. This is the Culebrillas Canyon, a ravine formed by nature and the passage of water. We'll go on a hike here through the rocky walls, which tower at a height of 50 (15 metres) to 65 feet (20 metres). In addition, we'll see the 1,000-year-old petroglyphs. The meaning behind these cave symbols engraved in the rock remains a mystery today...
Following a fascinating 4-hour tour, we'll return to the centre of Arequipa and drop you off near the Plaza de Armas.
More Information
Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off in central Arequipa
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Not included
Admission to Culebrillas Canyon: US$ 5 per person
Admission to Ashlar stone quarries: S/ 5 (US$ 1.33) per person
When to book?
You can book up until the same day (12:00 pm), subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Journey Peru (Phaway Viajes Peru)
Corporate name: Marleny Ruth Chuquipalla Ahuate
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
