Explore the city of Arequipa and its surroundings on this exciting half-day tour, where you will discover the best destinations that the White City has to offer.
This beautiful experience is designed for all ages and can be done individually or in groups, to meet new people, as a couple or with friends to share emotions and also as a family to live an unforgettable adventure. In Andino Peru Tours we will give you all the recommendations to live this exciting experience together with you.
Note: you can choose the morning or afternoon shift for this tour.
Pick up from your hotel to start our tour where we will visit the neighborhood and the viewpoint of Yanahuara to have the best shots.
Then we will visit the Plaza de Armas, the Church of the Company of Jesus next to the cloister and the Monastery of Santa Catalina.
Pick up from your hotel to start our tour where we will visit the neighborhood and the viewpoint of Yanahuara to have the best shots.
Then we will visit the Plaza de Armas, the Church of the Company of Jesus next to the cloister and the Monastery of Santa Catalina.
A guide from the company will give you all the information about the tour the day before.
We will stop at your hotel before starting the tour.
Tourist transportation during the Tour - Round trip.
Entrance ticket to all the attractions mentioned in the program.
Professional English/Spanish speaking guide for the tour.
The tour includes a first aid kit for emergencies.
The City tour in Arequipa starts, at the previously agreed time, we will pick you up from your hotel in the historic center of Arequipa.
We will start this city tour in Arequipa, the first place to visit will be the district of Carmen Alto.
From the viewpoint, you will be able to appreciate in all its imposing figure the three volcanoes that surround the white city of Arequipa: Misti (5,800 meters), Chachani (6,000 meters) and Pichu Pichu (5,300 meters), as well as the beautiful countryside with its terraces.
Then we will go down to visit the square, church and cloisters of the traditional and colonial district of Yanahuara, with its large houses and typical alleys made with the typical and white sillar, volcanic tuff made stone and that is the reason why Arequipa has the nickname of "White City".
Continuing we will enter the Historic Center, declared by UNESCO as Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Then we will visit the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by its three granite portals with brick and lime vaults, and the central fountain with a beautiful bronze fountain with three plates crowned with the figure of a soldier of the sixteenth century, called "El Tuturutu".
Then we visited the Arequipa Cathedral Basilica (1656), considered one of the first religious monuments, neoclassical style, destroyed by fire in 1844 and rebuilt in 1868. Its front has a length of 107 meters and is decorated with 70 columns of classical style, two towers and two bronze medallions.
Then we went to the Convent of the Company of Jesus built by the Jesuits, maximum expression of religious architecture where its church (1573) and the polychrome Chapel of San Ignacio de Loyola, as well as its cloisters with arches carved in ashlar, typical white volcanic stone. Its walls, domes and pilasters show an exuberant baroque style and the altars and altarpieces are covered and bathed in gold leaf.
Finally we visit the Monastery of Santa Catalina (1580), a citadel built in ashlar with an area of 20 thousand m2.
We offer options adapted to your budget. The price will depend on whether you are traveling in a group or prefer a private tour (minimum 2 people). The rate will be per person.
If you have questions regarding prices, destinations or the tour, we will gladly assist you write to infotours@andinoperutours.com and you can also contact us at the following phone numbers:
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Carmen Alto is a district located in the province of Arequipa, Peru. It is known for its agricultural terraces and its beautiful natural landscape. In addition, Carmen Alto is home to the Mirador de Carmen Alto, from where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the Misti volcano.
Yanahuara is a district located on the outskirts of Arequipa, known for its viewpoint and colonial architecture. The Plaza de Yanahuara offers a spectacular view of the volcanoes surrounding the city, such as Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu. In addition, in Yanahuara are the traditional "Callejuelas de Yanahuara", which preserve their original ashlar structure.
Arequipa's Historic Center is the heart of the city and has been declared a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is full of beautiful colonial mansions, historic churches, charming squares and cobblestone streets. It is an ideal place to stroll and enjoy Spanish colonial architecture.
Arequipa Main Square is the central point of the Historic Center and is considered one of the most beautiful squares in Peru. It is surrounded by the Cathedral Basilica of Arequipa, the Municipal Palace and other historic buildings. It is a perfect place to relax, enjoy the atmosphere and admire the colonial architecture.
The Cathedral of Arequipa is one of the main tourist attractions of the city. It is an impressive work of colonial architecture built mainly with sillar, a white volcanic stone characteristic of the region. The cathedral houses a rich collection of religious art and offers guided tours to learn about its history and architecture.
The Convent of the Compay of Jesús is a Jesuit convent built in the 16th century. It is famous for its impressive baroque facade carved in ashlar, as well as for its beautiful interior patios and chapels decorated with colonial religious art. It is one of the most outstanding examples of religious architecture in Arequipa.
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Striving to provide freedom in your travels, through specialized and quality service that ensures a worry-free experience. We take care of every aspect of your journey organization so you can fully enjoy.
We focus on creating unforgettable experiences through an expert team and carefully selected providers. We keep small groups to ensure exceptional service and that you make the most of each tour.
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