Discover the Ruta del Sillar in Arequipa and learn about the origin of the volcanic stone that gave identity to the White City.
Visit the Añashuayco Quarry, observe the work of local stonecutters, and explore the Culebrillas Gorge.
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What to expect
Pickup from hotels located in the historic center of Arequipa to start the cultural experience.
Departure to the Sillar Route to learn about the origin of the volcanic stone that gave identity to the White City.
Visit to the main sillar extraction area to see the work of the stonecutters, the artisanal cutting process, and the white walls of the quarry.
Time to observe carvings made by local artisans and take photographs in the quarry surroundings.
Guided walk through a natural canyon with walls up to 20 meters high.
Observation of pre-Hispanic petroglyphs attributed to the Wari culture and traditional apachetas linked to the Andean worldview.
Return to the city of Arequipa after visiting the quarries and the gorge.
The tour ends near the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa.
What you should know
- Comfortable clothing
- Comfortable footwear
- Sunscreen
- Water
- It has an approximate duration of 5 hours
What is included
- Pick up from centrally located hotels in Arequipa
- Tourist transportation during the tour
- Professional guide in Spanish and English
What is not included
- Entry to the sillar quarries
- Entry to the Quebrada de Culebrillas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
