Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs

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About this activity

The Route of the Sillar, is an immense quarry of sillar (stone of volcanic origin), that forms spectacular gorges, similar to those of Petra in Jordan, you can also see petroglyphs and appreciate the way of extraction of the stones.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–18
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Puriy Perú Expeditions

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–69 years) · Seniors (70–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: group tour
Included: Admission to Culebrillas S/5.00
Included: Certified Guide
Included: Entrance to Añashuayco S/5.00

Not included

Not included: Extra expenses.

Itinerary

Yanahuara

20 min

Our adventure begins with pickup at your hotel and then transfer to the traditional town of Yanahuara, very notable for its ashlar arches, a white volcanic stone typical of colonial architecture in Arequipa. This viewpoint provides an exceptional view of the city of Arequipa. Likewise, from there we can admire the three most famous snow-capped mountains in the region: Chachani, Pichu Picchu and Misti.
Canteras de Sillar

one hour Admission included

Near the city of Arequipa is one of the most impressive natural landscapes you can imagine. It is a treasure for the Arequipeño people from where the iconic sillar (the white volcanic stone used in the colonial constructions of Arequipa) is extracted. The builders explain their work techniques and the uses of volcanic stone in the same place.
Stop 3

40 min Admission included

After a guided tour of the quarry area and observing the artisanal work of this stone, we will continue our visit to the serpentine ravine of Culebrillas, located 15 minutes from the Añashuayco quarry, we will begin our walk of about 20 minutes, Culebrillas It is an impressive area that stands out for its curvilinear formations full of charm and magic (the walk is a bit bumpy) we will observe some petroglyphs impregnated on the walls of the ravine. We will climb a slope for about 5 minutes. At the end we will observe the Apachetas, stone mounds that represent a mystical tradition for the local residents.

We will embark on mobility, the return takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the city center.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

El Portal de San Lazaro
Leon Park Hostal
Hostal La Casona de Jerusalen
G Hotels Collect
Casa Andina Standard Arequipa
Hotel Maison du Soleil
Hotel Benavides
Sol De Arequipa
Hotel Luxus
Selina Arequipa
Hotel Mamatila
Hotel Santino's

and 94 more pickup points

The pick-up is only in the Historic Center, if your accommodation is far away the meeting point will be at the door of the cathedral in the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa.

Using your ticket

The entrance to the Sillar route is S / 5.00

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is not recommended for older adults (in the Culebrillas canyon there is a hike and it is a bit rugged)
One day before, our staff will provide you with recommendations.
Not recommended for travelers with dust allergy.