Arequipa, the white city of Peru offers you many interesting highlights: One of them is its historic city center and the traditional towns around the city. Come with us in our daily tour, elaborated with an itinerary that show you something more of our beautiful city.
Arequipa, the white city of Peru offers you many interesting highlights: One of them is its historic city center and the traditional towns around the city. Come with us in our daily tour, elaborated with an itinerary that show you something more of our beautiful city.
- Historic Centre of Arequipa - The tour begins with a drive to the district of Cayma, one of Arequipa’s traditional areas. The route includes the new “Chilina” bridge, offering a scenic view of the city and its terraces alongside the Chili River. In Cayma, visitors will explore the Main Plaza and its Church, where Dominican monks constructed a…
- Historic Centre of Arequipa - The tour begins with a drive to the district of Cayma, one of Arequipa’s traditional areas. The route includes the new “Chilina” bridge, offering a scenic view of the city and its terraces alongside the Chili River. In Cayma, visitors will explore the Main Plaza and its Church, where Dominican monks constructed a chapel in 1544, now serving as the sanctuary of the Virgin of Candelaria.
After this visit, the tour proceeds to Añashuayco, known for the extraction of the renowned volcanic stone “Sillar.” This white volcanic stone is prominently used in the construction of Arequipa’s colonial buildings.
- Yanahuara - In Añashuayco, the guide will provide insights into the origin and geological formations of the quarries, and visitors will witness the demanding work involved in this trade.
The tour continues to Yanahuara, where the popular Antiquilla market retains the colonial architectural style of “Old Arequipa.” Visitors will also explore Yanahuara Main Plaza, enjoying a stunning view of the city and its volcanoes, and stroll through some traditional streets. Following Yanahuara, the tour moves to Arequipa Main Square (Plaza de Armas), where the guide will share historical details and information about the Cathedral’s infrastructure. The tour concludes at the entrance of the Monastery of Santa Catalina.
(Upon request, the tour can also end at the Main Plaza). At the Monastery of Santa Catalina, the guide will assist those interested in visiting the monument.
- All admission tickets included
- Guided tours in English and Spanish
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Live insightful commentary during the trip
- Convenient hotel pickup service
- All admission tickets included
- Guided tours in English and Spanish
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Live insightful commentary during the trip
- Convenient hotel pickup service
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Note: If you require an infant seat, we can assign one for an extra cost.
- This tour does not have specific restrictions unless you are in a very bad serious health conditions
- Note: If you require an infant seat, we can assign one for an extra cost.
- This tour does not have specific restrictions unless you are in a very bad serious health conditions
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
