The Sillar Route
The Sillar Route
We'll come and pick you up from your accommodation at 8:50 am and set out towards The Sillar Route, one of the most historic routes in Peru. We'll make our way to a viewpoint where you'll appreciate the beauty of the volcanoes that surround Arequipa, before continuing the journey.
Do you want to discover the origins of this rock? First of all, we'll make a stop at the Añashuayco Quarry, where you'll see the expert stonemasons working the rock. From here, you'll also be able to admire an impressive rocky canyon, which has a formed as a result of the rock excavations.
We'll leave the Añashuayco Quarry behind and after 30 minutes will reach the Culebrillas Gorge. This canyon has walls that are some 65 feet (20 metres) high! We'll head into the canyon and take a 20-minute walk; the perfect way to explore!
Our last stop on The Sillar Route will be to discover the petroglyphs of the canyon, mysterious figures carved in the stone whose meaning is still unknown.
After discovering this area of the country, we'll make our way back to Arequipa where the tour will come to an end at around 1 pm.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off. Transport by bus or minibus.
English speaking guide.
Not included
Entrance fee to the Sillar Route: US$ 2 per person
Entrance fee to Culebrillas Canyon: US$ 2 per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. 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 show represents local culture.
- 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 helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- 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.
