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Highly Recommended by:

South American Handbook (Footprint)
Lonely Planet Peru Guide
South America on a Shoestring (Lonely Planet)
Peru Handbook (latest edition)
Cusco & the Inca Trail Handbook
The Inca Trail Cusco & Machu Picchu(Trailblazer),
Moon Handbooks Peru (latest edition),
Andean Travel Web Guide to Peru
South American Explorers Club.
Awarded Best Cusco Travel Agency by the Ministry of Tourism.

Testimonials

Katia Glazova

Dear Irvin & SAS Team,
Thank you so much for the great service you provided during our 2 weeks stay in Peru.
We were really impressed how well everything was organized. With so many internal flights and connection we were always met by one of your partners without any delay . Thanks to your service we enjoyed fabulous Peru stress-free.
A special thank you to Jonathan, who promptly replied to all our inquiries and always been very helpful.
We thoroughly enjoyed your country and certainly will recommend SAS Travel to anyone planning to visit Peru.
Simone & Katya

Clare, Mike, Sue Peterson

Amazing Trek with SAS Travel.
We did the 5D/4N Salcantay Trek with SAS. We preferred this over the Inca trail. Much more scenic, no crowds, private campsites, waterfalls, snow capped mountains, etc. SAS was everything we were hoping they would be. No last minute surprises, they were there at the airport, Hotel Marqueses was splendid, breakfast was great, the guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. The tents were spacious (4 person tent for 2 people) No regrets, we highly recommend. PS, Food on the trek was out of this world. How they can prepare a 5 course meal on a mountain using fresh produce was beyond us...

Zoe Greenberg

Dear SAS Office Staff and Team,
We just finished up your Lares trek this evening and I wanted to write to tell you what a wonderful group of staff members you have. I’m sure you are already aware but both of our guides, Julio and Felipe, were incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and kind. It felt as though they constantly knew exactly what the group needed and made it happen and they were so positive during what I am sure could be a very difficult job. These type of trips depend so much on the outlook on the staff that lead them and I feel incredibly lucky to have had such wonderful guides.

In addition the food that was prepared by our chefs was so delicious and just to our dietary needs. We felt so lucky to try such delicious Peruvian food especially as vegetarians and have none better in Peru than on your trek. All of the staff were incredibly kind and friendly despite the hard work that they were doing and I would highly recommend every person that was a part of our team.

Thanks to you for putting together such a wonderful group of staff members and sharing them with us.

Heather Arderson

Words can not describe how amazing the Inka Trail hike is. with SAS. I had an incredible time. The trip was extremely well planned. Our main guide, Evert, was one of the most knowledgeable people I have ever met. There was not a flower he did not know or an anthropological, or archaeological, question he could not answer. After the Inka Trail with him, one should earn three credits for college. Evert was assisted by the caring and helpful Cesar.

Alex Blevens

"The experience was fantastic".
My wife, son and I just took the 3 day / 2 night tour to the Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, and Machu Picchu. The experience was fantastic. Hiking the Inca trail, even for one day gave us a unique perspective to the area and history. Martin, our tour guide in the Sacred Valley was attentive and informative. Diego, our guide for the trail and sanctuary did a wonderful job telling us about the cultural and natural history of the area. Overall we would book again with SAS Travel. Thank you so much!

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Price Information

US$ 145.00 p/person

(Based on Double / Triple accommodation)

Please Note

- For experienced trekkers we recommend a private 4 Day Colca Canyon trek which give you much more wonderfull areas to explore and discover impressive little andean villages.
- We recommend to leave your belongings at your Hotel in Arequipa.
- There is an option to stay at Hotel La Posada del Conde or Kuntur Wasi in Cabanaconde in 2 or 3 Day Colca Canyon trek in a private tour. Also it is possible to Continue the way to Puno from Chivay.

Overview

Another biggest and best in Peru. Climbing down and back out of Colca canyon, the deepest canyon in the world ..twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in the USA. A peaceful oasis at the bottom rewards your climb down to stay with local families and learn of their ancient traditions and soaring condors greet you at the top!

Difficulty

General level of fitness and trekking poles if you have sore knees!

Transport

Bus

Recommended Hotels

HOTEL POSADA EL CASTILLO : became well known for the discovery of Tombs containing mummies and ceramics from pre Inca periods on their property. Set in a tranquil area know as " El Vallecito District " along the Chili River only 5 mins (60 cents) taxi ride to the main Plaza. Delightful Dutch -Peruvian family run, attending to every detail to ensure a wonderful stay. Elegant, recently refurbished century old hotel, is complete with swimming pool and even a Jacuzzi. For secure transfers from the airport is $6 between 2 people or from the bus terminal is $4 between 2 people. Transfer to the airport or bus terminal from the Hotel is $3 between 2 people.
Therefore if you would like transfers arranged just let us know what your arrival details are.

COLCA CANYON TREK 3 Day/2 Nights -Daily Departures !!!

Last Minute Information

DAILY DEPARTURES !!!
This tour departs from Arequipa. (Pick up from your Hotel.)
US$ 145.00 per person -Based in Double room.
Extra US$ 40.00 for single travellers for a single room for 2 nights.
1st Night at Hotel Colibri -Private room with bath and shower.
2nd Night at Hotel Tropical -Private room with bath and shower.
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You must book a tour and pay in full in advance. Provide us the name and address of your Hotel in Arequipa.
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HOW TO BOOK AND CONFIRM.- Choose your preferred departure date on the Calendar (Leaving Dates) then fill out with all the requested details, you can book for 2 or more person just complete details on traveling with: soon you will receive a reservation code (Purchase Number) to pay a for this tour online. Pay for your tour online on Step 3 with Visa or Master Card. Add (5% card fee) US$ 152.25 per person. OR pay with Paypal Add (6% card fee) US$ 153.70 per person. Please send us your hotel name and address in Arequipa for your pick-up to: [email protected]

DAILY DEPARTURES !!! Departures from Arequipa. ( Minimum 2 passengers)
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Extra US$ 40.00 for single travellers for a single room for 2 nights.
Moderate Trek Descending to the Colca Canyon.
Usually the group is composed of 10 passengers. Please note that when the group is over 10 trekkers we will organize a 2nd tours guide to assist the group and cover the radio of passengers so the group can go smoothly.
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DAILY DEPARTURES !!! (2 ppl minimum) Exta Fee for sol Traveler.
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Day 1.- Depart from Arequipa. (Pick up from your Hotel) 3-4 Hrs moderate walk. Located at east of Cabanaconde at Pampa San Miguel, trail to San Juan Chuccho (one of the larger villages along the river) begins.
Day 2.- Consists of hiking on fairly even terrain through the small villages of Tapay, Cosnirhua and Malata before crossing the river and into the lush green village of Sangalle Oasis a mini-paradise along the Río Colca with hot springs and waterfalls.
Day 3.- You wil hike 3-4 hours uphill to the rim and arrive in Cruz del Condor, time to enjoy the Vuelo del Condor, after mid day return to Arequipa. (Optional version of this tour is to continue to Puno.

Program Itinerary

Day 1: Arequipa, Cabanaconde, San Juan de Chuccho.

Between 03:00am to 3:30am we collect you from your Hotels in Arequipa to travel to the Colca valley. We travel by bus approximately 4 hours to Chivay (the main town of the Valley). Here we stop for a late breakfast and to stretch our legs and then we continue towards Cabanaconde 3,287mts (approx 2 hours) After lunch we begin our 3- 4 hour descent to the floor of the Colca Canyon. We will be able to appreciate the diverse Andean and tropical vegetation and also the geological formation of the Canyon, from the formation period of the mountain range of the andes. Once at the heart of the Canyon we will cross the San Juan de Chuccho suspension bridge to arrive to the town. Here we will spend the night at Hotel Colibri -Private room with bathroom and shower. Time to interact with the locals and enjoy their hospitality and dinner.

Meals: BLD

Accommodation: Hotel Colibri -Private room with bathroom and shower.

Maximum Altitude: 3,287mts

Distance Travelled: 6-8 kms

Approximate Walking Time: 3-4 hours

Day 2: San Juan of Chuccho - Sangalle (Oasis)

After breakfast we re-commence our trek climbing gradually to the andean village of Tapay which is located at 2,900 mts . We will visit Coshñirhua and Malata Villages located at 2,600 mts and then we will visit an authentic church and way of life of the locals which are proud to preserve their traditions in a very rustic environment. Their customs lie very close to the "Pachamama" "mother earth". You will appreciate very beautiful landscapes, ancient farming terraces to cultivate potatoes and other crops, snow-capped summits and a variety of flora and fauna. At 13:00 pm we descend again to the Colca River and arriving to the Oasis or Sangalle Valley 2,100 mts, relax at the swimming pool. After lunch there is time for exploration of the abandoned mines, waterfalls and opportunity to fish for trout in the Colca river, time to relax and enjoy this beautiful site. Accommodation in private room at Hotel Tropical.

Meals: BLD

Accommodation: Hotel Tropical -Private room with bathroom and shower.

Maximum Altitude: 2,900 mts

Distance Travelled: 6-8 kms

Approximate Walking Time: 3-4 hours

Day 3: Cabanaconde - Chivay - Arequipa.

At 4.00am we start our 3 hour walk out of the canyon.. Once in Cabanaconde we will have breakfast at (7:45) and then head off for the Cruz del condor. We will stay for approx 1 hour here, to be able to appreciate the majestic flight of the Andean Cóndor. Soon we will continue on to arrive at Chivay at arrival 10:30 am. Once there we will have the opportunity to visit the thermal baths of medicinal waters with a temperature of 35 to 40ºC and opportunity for lunch in Chivay. At approx 1.30pm we will return to Arequipa arriving approx 17:00 pm. Transfer to your hotel.

Meals: B

Maximum Altitude: journey from Chivay to Arequipa over 5600 mt pass

Distance Travelled: 6-8 kms

Approximate Walking Time: 3-4 hours

What is Included:

Pick-up from your Hotel in Arequipa to the bus terminal.
Round trip public transportation (Arequipa, Cabanaconde, Chivay,Arequipa.)
First night in Coloibri Hotel (2 person Private room with bathroom).
Second night is really nice and more comfortable. (we recommend to bring a book or cards for the afternoon because it's not much to do there).
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinner
Experienced english speaking Guides.

What is not Included:

Admission fee to Colca Canyon and Condor Mirador 70.00 Soles.
Entrance to the thermal baths and Chivay (15.00 Soles) -Optional
Last lunch in Chivay on 3rd day (30.00 soles) -Optional
Drinks, snacks or water.
No porters, no mules for your baggage. (Leave it please in Arequipa´s hotel)

Additional Options:

First night in Hotel Coliibri. (2 person Private room with bathroom).
Second night is really nice and more comfortable. (we recommend to bring a book or cards for the afternoon because it's not much to do there).
Extra cost for a single traveller for a single room.

We recommend that you bring:

- Hiking boots or strong sole shoes.
- A day pack (18-20 Lt) with water to drink and snacks.
- Walking poles, otherwise you can buy wood sticks.
- Sun block, Insect repellent, sunglasses and hat.
- Rain jacket in case,fleece & clothing.
- Mosquitoes repellent and travel towel.
- Personal cleaning toileteries, tissues.
- bathing suit for the hot springs.
- Money for souvenier and drinks.
- Flash light, camera and extra batteries.
- Extra money in Soles for drinks and water. (Entry, hot springs and Lunch in Chivay).

Booking Information

Select the month and date and click on the Calendar the Departure Date (Leaving Date) of your preference. Then fill out with your personal details and details of your group. (If you are travelling as a couple, or with more persons you must book and pay with one reservation Code.) But please complete details of your companion on lines below: Travelling with: (write Full names, Passport number, Age and Nationality). Once you finish sending us all your details you will receive a Reservation Code (eg: 240611001). Then you just need to pay your deposit online on Step 3 (pay for 2 or more person in your group with ONE reservation code, so we can guarantee all your permits, tickets for Machupicchu, train tickets and tour all together in a group.)
HOW TO PAY ONLINE.-
1.- Pay on Step 3 a booking deposit ONLINE with VISA or Mastercard.- US$ 152.25 per person. (US$ 145 + 5% card fee). Payments by credit card will carry a surcharge of 5%.
2.- Pay on Step 3 a booking deposit with Paypal.- US$ 153.70 per person. (US$ 145 + 6% card fee. (Payments by Paypal will carry a surcharge of 6%).

Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions: Colca Canyon 3 Day/ 2 Night Trek
1.-You must pay for your tour in full by 12:00 noon, 1 day before your departure.
Payment of your balance in the Cusco SAS office is requested in cash. US $ is easier but if you choose to pay in soles the rate charged is generally 3.5 soles = US$1 You can withdraw US$ or soles from the many ATM machines. You can pay in Arequipa if you are arriving to Cusco after this tour.
2.- SAS Travel does not take responsibility for additional costs due to unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal items, etc. It is the clients responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.
3.- SAS Travel will take all reasonable care in providing service to our clients to avoid accident, illness, loss of personal property and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. SAS Travel cannot however be responsible for any action or event that was unforeseeable or unavoidable. We also cannot be responsible for improper acts by clients or other third party for example Bus companies. You are totally responsable for your own personal property and rented equipment.
4.- Not Included in this Package :
-Admission fee to Colca Canyon and Condor Mirador US$ 26.
- Entrance to the thermal baths (15 Soles)
- The last lunch on Day 3 in Chivay (25-30 soles)
- Drinks,Tip for your guide
- Personal porter.
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5.- Cancelations by clients:
Cancelation of tour within 48 hours of departure incurs a loss of 30% of total tour cost if you are changing the tour to a alternative day or 50% of the tour cost for total cancellation.
Cancelation of tour on the day of departure incurs a loss of 80% of total tour cost.
6.- When paying the balance, there will be a * 3% comission if you choose to use travellers cheques and a 5% comission for use of credit card.

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Inca Trail, Tours to Machu-Picchu, Alternative Treks & Jungle Trips.

Office: Calle Garcilaso 270 (near Plaza San Francisco) CUSCO

Phones: +5184 249194, 256324, 261920 / Emerg: +51 984 652232

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Office Hours: Mon to Sat: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm - Sun: From 4:00 to 7:30 pm

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SAS Travel is supporting many of the community projects run by Hotel Marqueses: Eg. "Cusco Hospital Regional Project", "Walk a Mile in my shoes", "Shoes shiners boys" If you are coming to Cusco please make a space for a couple of second hand clothes, shoes especially for kids, school equipment, toys and drop them off in our office. We will help distribute the items to people who really need them in small village schools and communities in the mountains of Lares, Amaru Choquecancha, Sacaca, Pampallaqta, Paru Paru. Thank you.

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