City Tour Arequipa Classic

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Explore the beauty of Arequipa on this City Tour, full of history, art, and culture. Awaken all your senses as you discover the rich and fascinating cultural and architectural diversity that this city has to offer.

City Tour Arequipa Classic

Colonial Arequipa

2,335 m.s.n.m

Culture, history, city.

Easy​

Group tour

English & Spanish

3.5 hours (viewpoint + pedestrian)

Carmen Alto, Yanahuara, Santa Catalina Monastery & Main Square of Arequipa

Begin the adventure of the City Tour through Arequipa, heading to the districts of Carmen Alto and Yanahuara, ideal for enjoying unparalleled panoramic views. During the tour, you will observe marvelous landscapes of the city surrounded by the Chachani, Misti, and Picchu Picchu volcanoes. As our next destination, we will arrive to the district of Yanahuara, where we can find with beautiful picturesque streets, ancient houses built with sillar stone, the characteristic facade of its XVIII century church, and its beautiful decorative arches. Beginning the pedestrian tour, we will visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, where charming narrow streets and cloisters adorned with colorful flowers await you, alongside walls painted with vibrant tints. Then, we will visit the Main Square of Arequipa , an iconic historic center surrounded by majestic colonial buildings and a vibrant cultural dynamic. As a testament to the city's impressive architecture, we will visit the Jesuit Church of La Compañía, an impressive work that combines European elements with local influences, famous for its cloisters and beautiful dome. Finally, we visit the Tristán del Pozo Mansion, admired for its ornamental details, spacious interior courtyards, and carved balconies, which offer a glimpse into Arequipa's colonial past.

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Why to book this tour with What a Trip?

  • You will have the opportunity to visit iconic places in the city, such as the viewpoint of the volcanoes or the Yanahuara arches.
  • A bilingual professional guide will accompany you during the tour.
  • We will transport you in a clean and comfortable vehicle.
  • Explore the most emblematic buildings of the city of Arequipa while learning about their history.
  • A dynamic and enjoyable tour, full of history and places to capture beautiful photographs.

If you include visit to viewpoints:

  • Pick-up from your hotel in Arequipa.
  • You will meet the professional guide who will accompany you on this adventure.
  • Start of the tour towards the district of Carmen Alto (20 min).
  • Stop at the Carmen Alto viewpoint, with impressive views of volcanoes, its still preserved pre-Inca terraces, and the Chili River.
  • Move forward to the district of Yanahuara, Known for its well-preserved colonial architecture and picturesque cobblestone streets, Arequipa will captivate you. We will visit its viewpoint, where imposing arches frame the city, adorned with inscriptions depicting the life and inspiration of the Arequipa inhabitants.
  • We will appreciate the Church of San Juan Bautista, built in the XIX century, renowned for its elegant neoclassical facade.

If you do not include the additional visit:

  • Retorno al centro histórico de Arequipa o recojo del hotel e inicio del tour peatonal.
  • Guided visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery, an architectural treasure that encloses centuries of Arequipa's history and tradition.
  • Visit to the main square of Arequipa, one of the most beautiful in Peru. We will learn about the history of its cathedral and archbishop's palace.
  • We will visit the Jesuit Church of La Compañía, a masterpiece of mestizo Baroque architecture with impressive altars and golden altarpieces. Its inner courtyards, known as the cloisters, are particularly noteworthy.
  • We will explore the polychrome dome of the Church dating back to the 17th century, a beautiful artistic demonstration.
  • We will also visit the Tristán del Pozo mansion, an 18th-century house that is a magnificent example of Arequipa's viceregal architecture.

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