Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs: Explore Volcanic Stone Quarries and Ancient Artworks

The Sillar Route encompasses a vast expanse of sillar, a type of volcanic stone, which carves out magnificent ravines akin to those found in Petra, Jordan. It’s a place where one can witness petroglyphs and understand the method used for quarrying the rocks.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Yanahuara - Our adventure begins with pickup at your hotel and then transfer to the traditional town of Yanahuara, very notable for its ashlar arches, a white volcanic stone typical of colonial architecture in Arequipa. This viewpoint provides an exceptional view of the city of Arequipa. Likewise, from there we can admire the three most famous…
What's Included
  • Group tour
  • Certified guide
  • Admission to Culebrillas (S/5.00)
  • Entrance to Añashuayco (S/5.00)
What's Not Included
  • Extra expenses.
Additional Information
  • It is not recommended for older adults (in the Culebrillas canyon there is a hike and it is a bit rugged)
  • One day before, our staff will provide you with recommendations.
  • Not recommended for travelers with dust allergy.
Location
Yanahuara
Suburb of Arequipa ,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jesusandresc2025
May 11, 2025
Aventurero - Excellent guide and explanations, with exact times to tour the different points of visit, plus the good humor of the guide.
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Daniela
Apr 16, 2025
Unexpected and charming - It was quite productive the morning, we were able to perform everything expected but the last stop in shingles was unexpected, I mention the dynamics.
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Theresa_kre
Mar 6, 2025
Highly recommended - Alexandra has been a super nice guide. Great extensive knowledge of the petroglyphs. If you have half a day in Arequipa, then see recommended. The Sillar quarries are exceptional.
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952rosamarias
Jan 26, 2025
Sillar - Day 25 January,2025😎 the best experience, and thank you so much for all the support Abel, excellent and delighted with the attention 🦋
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Jessica_l
Jan 16, 2025
One of our Favorite Tours - Super interesting experience. Before booking our trip, we had no idea such beautiful rock creations exsited in Peru. So happy to have found this tour!
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I2822vadavidm
Nov 29, 2024
Tours Puriy - Friendly and professional attention, always willing to solve doubts and give us the best option, we recommend tour ashlar and Colca, especially thermal baths and rafting, unmissable!! They are a reliable company, excellent option to know Arequipa and even manage tour in other cities, in our case also in Lima (Miraflores).
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D7047dyannab
Nov 17, 2024
Good local half day tour - I traded it to colca Canyon tour. We got to see the viewpoint over the city and 9 arches. First stop offers great Misti volcano overview.We liked our guide and small hike in the end. Guide asked questions and treated with candy for the right answers. The trip was shirt and sweet
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Pamela_m
Dec 16, 2024
Short but interesting trip - The tour guide was knowledgeable and pointed out interesting points along the trip. The petroglyphs were kinda difficult to see during the midday because the sun was so bright and the glyphs were in volcanic stone, but still I had a good time. The itinerary was well-paced. Interesting carvings and sculptures made of sillar shows the artistry of locals. Make sure to bring water and wear appropriate shoes as there is a short hike to the petroglyphs.
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Davor_p
Apr 16, 2025
Nice tour but not enough time - Tour started with 45 minutes delay. Guide was trying to make up the time by shortening our stay in destinations we visited. In Yanahuara we got only 10 minutes instead of 20 and in Canteras de Sillar only 30 minutes comparing to 1hr as described in program.
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Martinba5390hv
May 8, 2025
Never again! - If you want to be shaken up for an hour on the outward journey and one on the return journey, this is the place for you. There are rocks and stones to see. But first pay extra, please. Tip: Better buy your wife something nice or go eat nice!
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).