Huaraz – Full Day Olympic Point and Chacas Village from Huaraz

On the other side of the mountain range awaits Chacas, a destination internationally recognized by the UN as one of the best tourist towns in the world. This small Peruvian-Italian corner stands out not only for its colonial architecture but also for a deep-rooted artisanal tradition fostered by Operation Mato Grosso and Don Bosco, which has defined the identity and sustainability of its community.

To reach this place, you must cross the area that connects the Huaylas Alley with the Conchucos Valley, which offers one of the most spectacular routes in Áncash, passing through the heart of Huascarán National Park. Along this route, the landscape transforms as you reach Olympic Point,  the highest point of the route: 5015 meters above sea level (16,453 feet). You will also have the opportunity to pass through the highest vehicular tunnel in Peru, under the watchful gaze of the snow-capped peaks of Ulta and Contrahierbas.

What will you know on this Full Day?

1. City of Huaraz.
2. City of Carhuaz.
3. Ulta Ravine.
4. Olympic Point Tunnel and Lookout Point.
5. Cancaracá Lagoon.
6. Town of Chacas.

Our full day tour begins with passenger pick up directly from their accommodations to begin the journey from the city of Huaraz towards Carhuaz.

In this town, we will make a brief stop in the main square, where you can sample artisanal ice cream made with local fruits (not included). Continuing our journey, the route enters Huascarán National Park through the Ulta Valley until we reach the Olimpic Point tunnel, a viewpoint offering panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Ulta, and Contrahierbas. Along this same route lies Cancaraca Lake, a high-altitude lake that allows you to appreciate the beauty of the Andean landscape.

This route will take us to the picturesque village of Chacas, where we will have time for lunch (not included). Afterwards, the tour will begin with an exploration of the local church to admire its beautiful stained-glass windows and its main altarpiece covered in gold leaf. The group will also visit the Chacas Museum and the workshops of “Artesanos Don Bosco”, specializing in woodworking, textiles, clay, and glass. Following this cultural immersion, the return trip to the city of Huaraz will commence, concluding the tour at approximately 18:00.