Colca Canyon is the deepest canyon in the Americas and twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. The scenery here is breath-taking and the area is home to vicuñas, llamas and the majestic condor. Travel either from Arequipa or Puno through the fertile landscape of the Colca Valley, stopping at traditional villages surrounded by pre-Inca agricultural terraces, some of which are still in use today.There are some very comfortable lodges within the Colca Canyon, many with spectacular views over the valley and terraces below. In the early morning, go to the Mirador (Condor Viewpoint) overlooking the steep canyon below where you can watch majestic condors soaring above on the thermal currents. Then relax in hot springs, take hikes or horse-rides in the canyon or simply enjoy the peace and tranquility in this high Andean landscape.
Andean Treasures of Peru with Luxury Belmond Sleeper Train
Itinerary Highlights
- Luxury Belmond sleeper train through the Andes
- Condor spotting in Colca Canyon
- Tortura Uros reed islands at Lake Titicaca
- Travel by train to Machu Picchu
Belmond Las Casitas
In the midst of the Colca Valley is the Belmond Las Casitas. A haven of peace and tranquility; the property commands a breathtaking location overlooking the river. 20 casitas are tastefully decorated and dotted amongst the gardens. All feature private terraces with a plunge pool, fireplace, indoor and outdoor shower and offer a touch of luxury. Rooms are tastefully decorated with spacious bedrooms...
Colca Lodge
Set on the banks of the Colca river in Peru's Colca Canyon; the charming Colca Lodge is a rustic eco-lodge with its own thermal hot springs. Built completely of stone, mud bricks and thatch roofs, the property sits in the midst of ancestral farming terraces. All 45 rustic rooms have heating, hot water from a solar panel and an outdoor terrace with breathtaking views. Rooms are spacious and wit...
Casa Andina Standard Colca
Casa Andina Standard Colca is a complex of individual stone casitas (with thatched or clay roofs), linked by plant-lined walkways on the outskirts of the town of Chivay. The 51 traditional rooms (casitas) are simple but comfortable all equipped with electric blankets and heaters. The hotel has its own planetarium with nightly shows teaching guests about the southern constellations. It also has a b...
Wonders of Peru Holiday
Itinerary Highlights
- Take the train to discover the ancient Inca ruins of Machu Picchu
- Soak up the historic atmosphere of the Santa Catalina convent in Arequipa
- Watch out for soaring condors in the Colca Canyon
- Visit the indigenous people who live on the floating reed islands at Lake Titicaca
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