Title: Visit Chivay: 2026 Travel Guide for Chivay, Arequipa Region | Expedia.com

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# Chivay

## Travel Guide

![Original and funny vehicle, official taxi in Chivay. We took a ride on it!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/d1afef57-c93e-41da-ac50-cd2016eb9392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Original and funny vehicle, official taxi in Chivay. We took a ride on it!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/d1afef57-c93e-41da-ac50-cd2016eb9392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Inca bridge in Chivay, Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/36cdeb97-a0e2-4040-b26d-c842c169adc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Another great trail in Colca Canyon ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/d24074ec-aba6-4609-b392-1b5775bd413f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Traditional outfits during a party in the village of Chivay, in the Colca Canyon #Culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/47f2888e-070d-4969-afb0-0815f4678690.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Chivay

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- Chivay Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Chivay

![Casa Andina Standard Colca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1570000/1566600/1566552/566b2af1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Casa Andina Standard Colca

Calle Huayna Capac S/n Chivay, 1 Chivay Arequipa

$86 nightly

$86 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Stay at this hotel in Chivay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Chivay Arena and Astronomical Observatory are located ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)

Clean room, peaceful stay

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

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![El Refugio Hotel Colca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15480000/15479800/15479724/31a34578_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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El Refugio Hotel Colca

Valle del Colca Chivay Arequipa

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$94 nightly

$94 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Stay at this hotel in Chivay. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Chivay Arena and Astronomical Observatory are located ...

Beautiful setting. Peaceful. Relaxing.

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2024

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Colibri Inn

Calle Francisco Bolognesi 1026 Chivay Arequipa

Stay at this hotel in Chivay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Astronomical Observatory and Cathedral Of Chivay are located ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)

I felt sick because of high altitude. All the staff member were attentive and gave me extra attention for my needs. I really appreciate their help!

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

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Mountain view mini-apartment

 Chivay Arequipa

Stay at this vacation home in Chivay. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Astronomical Observatory and Cathedral Of Chivay are located nearby.

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![Casa en Valle del Colca, Segundo Piso (ideal Para Familia, Grupos, Parejas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106161700/106161665/4555a891_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Casa en Valle del Colca, Segundo Piso (ideal Para Familia, Grupos, Parejas

 Chivay Caylloma

Stay at this condo in Chivay. Popular attractions Astronomical Observatory and Cathedral Of Chivay are located nearby.

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![Hospedaje Vacacional Colca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105300000/105299400/105299400/16af3922_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hospedaje Vacacional Colca

 Arequipa Arequipa

Stay at this apartment in Chivay. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Astronomical Observatory and Cathedral Of Chivay are located nearby.

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### Popular places to visit

#### Thermal Baths of La Calera

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thermal Baths of La Calera during your travels in Chivay. Discover the hot springs and spas in this relaxing area. 

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#### Chivay Arena

Catch an event at Chivay Arena during your trip to Chivay. Discover the hot springs and spas in this relaxing area. 

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#### Astronomical Observatory

Find out about the history of Chivay when you take a trip to Astronomical Observatory. Discover the hot springs and spas in this relaxing area. 

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#### Colca Archaeological Natural Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Colca Archaeological Natural Museum in Chivay. Discover the hot springs and spas in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Colca-Archaeological-Natural-Museum-Chivay.d553248621563217753.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Cathedral Of Chivay

You can learn about the history of Chivay when you stop by Cathedral Of Chivay. Discover the hot springs and spas in this relaxing area. 

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#### Cerro Huilcana

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cerro Huilcana during your travels in Chivay. Experience the area's live music and entertainment venues. 

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### Things to do

![Colca Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2260980/96632c8e-c73c-4694-be4d-1044940ef203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Colca Full Day Tour

$38

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/colca-full-day-tour.a2260980.activity-details)

![Turist Bus Colca Canyon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2698067/57a3ad91-1dda-42a3-9db9-e28d062ae224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Turist Bus Colca Canyon (Chivay) To Puno

$41

per adult

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![Excursion to Colca Canyon 1 Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2705198/e4bdab28-24a2-42f4-96b7-79c5539fccb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Excursion to Colca Canyon 1 Day

$80

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/excursion-to-colca-canyon-1-day.a2705198.activity-details)

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## Reviews of Chivay

3.7

Guest rating

5 - Excellent

1

4 - Good

0

3 - Okay

2

2 - Disappointing

0

1 - Terrible

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### 3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Not much of interest here other than entry to Colca Valley.

### 5/5 - Excellent

Marty

Live my visit go to this city. Well worth the ride..

## Cities near Chivay

![Andes Mountain Landscape near Yanque, Colca Canyon, Peru in the Evening](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161762/cced1ab6-3703-4b9e-b512-772803c37d83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Yanque

![Inca bridge in Chivay, Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/36cdeb97-a0e2-4040-b26d-c842c169adc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Coporaque

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