Sillar Quarry Tour – Arequipa

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Discover the Sillar Route in Arequipa and immerse yourself in a unique experience that combines history, culture, and adventure. Explore the origin of Arequipa's nickname as "The White City" and learn about the ancestral use of sillar, a volcanic stone known as ignimbrite, in the construction of iconic houses, churches, and mansions. This tour will take you through the sillar extraction process, showing you how these blocks are carved and allowing you to get up close to the stonemasons who keep this tradition alive from generation to generation.

Capture stunning photographs at the sillar quarries, where the region’s unique landscapes will take your breath away. Don’t miss the chance to experience this unforgettable adventure. Book your spot on our Sillar Route tour and enjoy a journey filled with learning and natural beauty, exclusive to this part of Peru.

Duration: Full day

Min group: 2 passengers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Period:

All year round

Short itinerary – Sillar Quarries – Arequipa

Day 1: Arequipa – Sillar Route.

Complete itinerary – Sillar Quarries – Arequipa

Day 1

Sillar Quarries

Arequipa – Sillar Route

Discover the iconic Sillar Route, a tourist itinerary full of history and living traditions. This tour begins with a stop at the historic main square of the Cayma district, perfect for capturing memorable photographs alongside the majestic local church.

The journey continues to the Añashuayco Quarry, which we will reach after a 35-minute drive. This active site allows us to observe the stonemasons working from early morning, extracting sillar that forms impressive cliffs several meters high. Here, you will learn about the history and process of sillar production, as well as its continued use over time. Notable is an impressive Megatallado of the Church of the Company, a masterpiece created by the stonemasons themselves.

Next, we will head to the Quebrada de Culebrillas, located just 20 minutes from Añashuayco. From there, we will embark on a 20-minute walk through a canyon formed by the watercourse, with walls reaching 15 to 20 meters in height that rise as we advance. The trek culminates with the discovery of ancient petroglyphs left by the Wari culture over a thousand years ago. Before returning, we will have the chance to admire the Apachetas, stone stacks symbolizing gratitude to nature and attracting good fortune, creating an atmosphere of unparalleled mysticism.

Join our Sillar Route tour and experience an unforgettable adventure where history and culture come to life before your eyes. Book now and immerse yourself in a journey through time and tradition.

Arequipa (2350 m)

Shared vehicle for the group
Spanish-speaking guide
Entrance to the places visited

Accommodation is guaranteed for most travel dates, but it may be replaced by another hotel of the same category.

What is included in the trip?

The price includes:

Shared vehicle for the visit
Entrance fees to the places visited
Spanish-speaking guide
All activities mentioned in the program

The price does not include:

Drinks
Meals
Insurance
Tips

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Booking Policies

Reservations should be made in advance, especially during holidays and peak season. Reservations are only accepted through the established methods.

Payment Methods

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Change and Cancellation Policies

Tour rescheduling is allowed with proper notice, except for tours to Machu Picchu. No-shows will result in the total loss of the service. Cancellation or withdrawal from the service does not entitle you to a refund.

What is included in the trip

Includes:

Briefing with your guide 1 or 2 days before the trek, around 6 PM, to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Transfers included:
- Transfer from the hotel to the village of Mollepata (Marcoccasa)
- Transfer from Chaullay to Lucmabamba (Day 3)
- Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and return
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, then transfer to your hotel in Cusco
One night in a private room at a 2-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Professional Spanish-speaking guide
Private camping in a dome on the first night, with bathrooms and showers
Quality camping equipment
Camping gear, food tent, kitchen, with refuge tent and sanitation
Meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks). Please inform the agency of any allergies or special dietary requirements such as vegetarian.
Cook and kitchen team
Muleteers and mules to transport camping equipment and personal effects (maximum 7 kg/15 lb per person)
Emergency horse
First aid kit and oxygen bottle
Cold and boiled water throughout the hike

Not included:

Breakfast on the first day and lunch in Aguas Calientes on the last day
Transport from Lucmabamba to the village of Santa Teresa
Hot springs in Santa Teresa (optional)
Hot springs in Aguas Calientes (optional)
Sleeping bag (if you do not have one, you can rent one locally or through the agency)