• Limited-time discounted tours! 🚀 Travel to Machu Picchu , the Sacred Valley, and more from $106. Offer valid from February 14, 2025. Don't miss out!
city-tour-arequipa-peru

Arequipa City Tour

Duration:

Maximum Altitude:

Difficulty:

Start-End:

Accommodation:

Transport:

General Description

Enjoy the views from the Carmen Alto and Yanahuara viewpoints, and explore the Monastery of Santa Catalina with its historic architecture. We’ll tour Arequipa’s historic center, including the Main Square, the Jesuit Church, and the cloisters of the Company, a beautiful example of mestizo art. An unforgettable experience!

Itinerary

At approximately 8:00 am, our guide will pick you up from your hotel. We will enjoy spectacular views of the city from the Carmen and Alto Yanahuara viewpoints, which offer spectacular views of Arequipa. You can admire the entire city, surrounded by towering volcanoes, and learn about its history from this privileged vantage point. We will then head to the Monastery of Santa Catalina, one of the most fascinating monasteries in Peru. We will walk through its colorful halls, flower-filled cells, and peaceful spaces, which will make you feel like you have traveled back in time. A place where history and peace intertwine. At approximately 10:30 am, we will head to the Plaza de Armas to visit the Cathedral, a true icon of the city. Marvel at its architecture and history, which has witnessed the city’s most important moments. Next, we’ll visit the Jesuit Church, where you can appreciate the beauty and mestizo art of its colonial structures, combining indigenous and European elements. We’ll continue our tour to visit and explore the beautiful cloisters of the Society of Jesus, an outstanding example of Baroque and mestizo art. Its architectural details and serenity will captivate you as you discover the history behind every corner. Finally, we’ll delve into one of Arequipa’s most emblematic colonial mansions: La Casona de Tristán del Pozo. This elegant building will allow you to learn more about life in the city during the viceregal era and its influence on current architecture.

Inclusions

WHAT DOES THE ONE-DAY TOUR INCLUDE?
Included

  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel.
  • Professional guide – English and Spanish.
  • Tourist transportation.
    Not included
  • Water and snacks.
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • Entrance fees to the Santa Catalina Monastery S/. 45.00
  • Entrance fees to the Cloisters of the Company S/. 5.00
  • Entrance fees to the Carmen Alto Viewpoint S/. 5.00
  • Entrance fees to the Cathedral Museum S/. 10.00

Flexibility

  • The cancellation policy is valid up to 3 days before the travel date and applies without penalty. Otherwise, a 50% penalty applies.
  • The rescheduling policy is valid up to 3 days before the travel date and applies until December 31, 2025.

Data to take into account

  • Promotion valid for travel until December 31, 2025.
  • Tour start time: Between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. (it is recommended to be ready at the pickup point 15 minutes in advance).
  • Passengers are required to adhere to the scheduled time of the purchased tour package. Otherwise, they may be rebooked on the corresponding service using their own means (transportation), and no refund will be issued for the missed service.