The Sillar Route Guided Tour from Arequipa

4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

The Sillar Route Guided Tour from Arequipa, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Leave from Arequipa city at 8:30 am to visit the Añashuayco quarry and Culebrillas canyon, popularly known as the Sillar Route. From the Añashuayco quarry, the largest amount of white stone used in the construction of Arequipa is extracted. Sillar is the form that is given to the volcanic rock called ignimbrite. The light-colored ashlar is the reason why Arequipa is known as the white city. This stone is abundant in Arequipa and is a symbol of the city. This 4-hour tour is pretty exciting and in addition to learning about the ashlar, you will also see beautiful sculptures carved on the walls. The workers who work in the quarry will take the time to teach you how to cut stone and you will also have the opportunity to do it.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Local Tours Expert E.I.R.L.

Ages: Adults (14–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pickup and drop off
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Entrance to the quarry

Not included

Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Ruta Del Sillar

4 hours Admission included

Depart from the busy streets of Arequipa to explore the Anashuayco Quarry with a guided tour. Have the opportunity to cut the white stone used for city buildings and admire the carved sculptures.