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Arequipa Sillar Route Half-Day Tour, Peru with guide
Contact usArequipa Sillar Route Half-Day Tour, Peru with guide
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Itinerary
Enjoy a unique morning near the White City with The Sillar Route Tour, a half-day experience that blends history, geology, and Arequipa’s living traditions. You’ll visit Añashuayco Quarry, where master stonecutters shape sillar—the volcanic stone that defines Arequipa’s iconic architecture—into true works of art. See carved murals, learn about extraction and carving techniques, and understand why sillar is a key symbol of local identity. Then continue to Culebrillas Canyon, a natural gorge where you walk between rock walls that can reach 20 meters high and discover ancient petroglyphs, fascinating traces of pre-Hispanic art. Perfect for travelers looking for stunning landscapes, photography spots, and an authentic cultural outing in just a few hours.
We begin at 9:00 a.m. with hotel pick-up from central Arequipa. Our first stop is Añashuayco Quarry at 9:30 a.m., where we admire sillar stone murals, learn about local stonecutters’ work, and enjoy impressive views of the quarry canyon formed by stone extraction—an ideal setting to understand sillar’s origin and importance. Next, we head to Culebrillas Canyon at 10:30 a.m., walking through the canyon to see rock walls up to 20 meters high and spotting petroglyphs carved into the stone—remarkable evidence of pre-Hispanic art. We return to Arequipa around 1:00 p.m. after a morning full of history, tradition, and striking landscapes.
What’s included?
Tourist transportation from Arequipa to Añashuayco and Culebrillas Canyon
Professional guide in Spanish or English throughout the tour
Permanent assistance from tourism staff
What’s not included?
Meals
Quarry entrance ticket (S/5)
Personal extra expenses
Suggestions for your trip
ID or passport.
Comfortable clothes and a light jacket (wind in the canyon).
Shoes with good grip for sandy/rocky terrain.
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
Water (meals are not included).
Cash for the quarry ticket (S/5) and personal expenses.
Phone/camera with enough battery (murals + petroglyphs are very photogenic).
Let our team of experts help you choose the best tour for you today!
Before$ 42
day
$ 38
Price by group
per adult
Why do travelers love this tour?
Ronald Q
2024-02-10
Servicio excelente y puntual
Demaciado bueno, responsables y muy puntuales. Guías muy profesionales, atentos, gracias Tierra Biru por la experiencia.
Karla S
2024-01-28
Primera vez en Cusco inolvidable
Es mi primera vez en Cusco y no pudo ser mejor, gracias a ustedes Tierra Biru. Hicieron de nuestra visita la más grata. La atención, organización y disposición fueron increíbles. Sin duda regresaremos y será con ustedes.
Juan José Villalobos
2024-03-05
Todo el equipo de 10
Demasiado buen servicio de todo el equipo de Tierra Biru. Si vuelvo a Cusco, son a quienes contrataría. El precio, la atención, los guías, los transportes… en todo nota 100.
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We have answers to all your questions
We know how important it is for you to be well informed before your trip. Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive from our travelers. If you have any other questions, do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you plan the adventure of your dreams!
Pick-up is at 09:00 a.m. and return is around 01:00 p.m..
You’ll visit Añashuayco Quarry and Culebrillas Canyon.
Yes—there’s a canyon walk and you’ll see walls up to 20 m high; difficulty 1.
No—the quarry entrance ticket (S/5) is not included.
No—meals are not included.
