The Sillar Route Half-Day Tour

Discover the Sillar Route on this Arequipa tour. Explore ancient quarries and admire the city’s iconic white stone

$50/person

Sillar, Arequipa — arequipa, peru. 12th october, 2022: inside sillar quarry in arequipa

arequipa, peru. 12th october, 2022: inside sillar quarry in arequipa

$50/person

Itinerary

Zamacola Viewpoint

Scenic viewpoint offering a unique angle to admire Arequipa’s three iconic volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu

Añashuayco Quarry

See the towering volcanic ashlar cliffs and learn about the traditional stonework used in Arequipa’s colonial architecture

Culebrillas Ravine

20-minute walk through a narrow canyon with walls up to 20 meters high, formed naturally by water erosion

Wari Petroglyphs & Apachetas

Discover ancient rock carvings from the Wari culture (over 1,000 years old) and see apachetas, sacred stone piles symbolizing gratitude and good fortune

Overview

The Sillar Route is an unforgettable tour in Arequipa that takes you beyond the city and into the heart of its history. You’ll travel to the Añashuayco Quarry, where massive cliffs of volcanic ashlar stone reveal the origins of the iconic “White City.” Learn how this unique volcanic rock has shaped Arequipa’s architecture for centuries and watch skilled stonemasons keeping the tradition alive. Along the way, stop at the Mirador de Zamacola for breathtaking views of the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes.

Your Sillar tour continues to the Culebrillas Ravine, where a short walk through towering canyon walls leads to ancient Wari petroglyphs carved more than a thousand years ago. You’ll also encounter mystical apachetas, stone piles built as offerings to nature and symbols of good fortune. This experience blends nature, culture, and history into a single fascinating journey. Book your Sillar Route adventure today and uncover the stories hidden in Arequipa’s white stone.

Then, step into the grandeur of the Lima Historic Center, known as the “City of Kings.” Follow your expert local guide through colonial streets, visit majestic palaces, explore the iconic main square, and descend into the eerie underground catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery.

Book your spot today and experience the real Lima with our small group tour!

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Cutoff: 2 days

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Walking tour - Group friendly

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