• Hotel pickup.
• Professional guide throughout the tour.
• Clean and comfortable transport throughout the day.
• Guided visit to the Añashuayco quarries.
• Visit to the Culebrillas canyon.
• Entrance to all the sites on the tour.

• Food and beverages.
• Travel insurance.
• Tips for sculptors.

• Water bottle and snack.
• Sunscreen.
• Hat or Cap.
• Backpack or small bag.
• Cash.
• Camera.

• To enjoy to the fullest your tour on the Sillar Route, we suggest wearing comfortable walking shoes and apply sunscreen repeatedly throughout the day to protect your skin. Remember to pay attention to your tour guide's instructions and to be respectful of the natural environment, as well as the historical structures you will visit.

What types of carvings can be found in the sillar quarries?

• In the sillar quarries you can find a wide variety of carvings, from simple geometric motifs to elaborate figures and architectural designs. These may include ornamental details, religious symbols, historical scenes, and decorative elements used in the construction of buildings and monuments.

Can I combine this tour with any other on the same day?

• Yes, if you do the Arequipa City Tour in the morning, you can take this tour in the afternoon, or vice versa. This tour also combines with the Chocolate Classes.

Is it necessary to be an expert hiker to participate in the tour?

• During our hike, we will encounter sections with uphill and downhill slopes that do not pose significant difficulty; however, it's important to be cautious with elderly participants.

• Petroglyphs are engravings, carvings, or drawings made on rocks, typically in outdoor locations such as cliffs, caves, or riverbeds. These engravings can depict a variety of images, including human figures, animals, abstract symbols, hunting scenes, religious rituals, or historical events. Petroglyphs are recognized as a form of rock art and may date back thousands of years, offering evidence of human presence in certain areas and invaluable information about ancient cultures and societies.
• The Añashuayco quarries have a history that dates back to the pre-Inca period when sillar was extracted for the construction of local structures. However, their importance was further highlighted after the devastating earthquake of 1687, which generated a high demand for this rock for the city's reconstruction, consolidating its relevance as a key supplier of this distinctive volcanic stone.

• Super flexible: Cancel this tour with more than 48 hours' notice from the tour start date, and receive a 70% refund of the paid amount. If canceled within 48 hours, 100% of the amount is charged.
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*The information and itinerary detailed in this guide may change without prior notice with the intention of providing a better service or regulatory changes in each destination.