Top Arequipa Art & Culture

This visit combines a walking tour through the historic center of Arequipa, learning about its history, some of its most important tourist places, and combining it at the end with the tasting and explanation of our national distillate, Pisco. We also tasted some local fruits and our emblematic dessert, Frozen Cheese. A different way to get to know Arequipa in Spanish and English (in French it is also possible but with prior coordination)

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting without venturing far from the city. This Chili River rafting experience includes pickup from your Arequipa hotel and takes you paddling through exciting Class II and III rapids surrounded by dramatic scenery. Perfect for travelers seeking an accessible outdoor adventure with all logistics handled.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the soul of Arequipa through its most iconic material, sillar stone. Unlike typical sightseeing excursions, the Ruta del Sillar y Culebrillas Tour takes you behind the scenes into active quarries where master artisans still carve stone by hand, preserving a centuries old tradition. You’ll also venture off the beaten path to explore Culebrillas Canyon, a hidden natural wonder with ancient petroglyphs and dramatic rock formations. Its easy walking trail makes it accessible for travelers of all ages, while the personalized attention of a local guide ensures a rich cultural experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast, nature lover, or curious explorer, this tour offers an authentic, immersive glimpse into the heritage and landscapes that make Arequipa truly special.

If you crave adventure, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic cultural experiences, the Colca Canyon Full-Day Adventure is perfect for you! Begin your day with an early morning departure from Arequipa and journey through stunning volcanic terrain to the charming town of Chivay. Savor a traditional Andean breakfast before witnessing the awe-inspiring flight of the Andean condors at the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, one of the deepest canyons in the world. Explore ancient pre Inca terraces, relax in natural hot springs, and indulge in a delicious regional lunch. On your return, marvel at spectacular high-altitude volcano vistas, discover unique wildlife in protected wetlands, and encounter elegant vicuñas in their natural habitat. This immersive journey combines nature, culture, and tranquility, ensuring every moment is unforgettable!

It is characterized by being a small group tour, explanations to the detail of the history of Arequipa and is perfect to start our first day in Arequipa knowing in a quiet and safe way the most outstanding attractions of Arequipa. It is a charming walk through Arequipa, no mobility is used because you would lose the charm of walking through the city since currently the traffic is very complicated. IMPORTANT: Tip the guide at the end of the tour as it helps us to cover all maintenance costs to the places of visit. Even so, adding the cost of the reservation together with the voluntary tip at the end, it turns out to be a pretty cheap tour for the whole tour and places we will show you during the tour.

The Colca Canyon is one of the deepest in the world, but getting there on your own requires spending hours sitting at the wheel. Let someone else drive while you soak up spectacular Andean landscapes on this full-day tour, which takes care of transportation and heightens your chance of spotting majestic Andean condors, which you can only find in this part of the world.

Discover Arequipa’s rich history and unique character on a guided walking tour through its most emblematic streets and landmarks. From elegant colonial squares and impressive religious architecture to traditional neighborhoods and living artisan culture, this experience reveals why Arequipa is known as the White City. Perfect for travelers seeking culture, stories, and local insight in a relaxed and engaging walk. Book now and experience Arequipa beyond the highlights, through its history, people, and traditions.

Sample more than 14 Peruvian flavors that are typical from Arequipa. Interact with some of our local hosts and discover how to prepare alpaca and cuy, as well as learning ocopa making with a "batán". Hear all the historical and cultural details behind each dish and drink that you will have the chance to taste during this 4-hour Arequipa food tour.

The Sillar Route is a guided tour to learn about the history of the white city named after the color of the white ashlar There we can have an experience with the artisans, observe how it is the extraction of the ashlar in an artisanal way, the carving to obtain the specific block for the constructions of the houses and buildings of the city. Plus a short walk through the shingles canyon is pretty comfortable. The tour differs because there we will visit the workshops of artisans, and learn the techniques of carving volcanic rock ashlar.

This tour is special because we will know magical places of spectacular views that will make live a unique and pleasant experience in the city, as well as enjoy a mixture between cultural, natural, history and architecture, with a tour thought of the visitor. The tour offers a visit to the most iconic places of Arequipa, without losing the essence of the because it is known as "The White City".

If you're short on time but still want to experience the best of Peru’s natural beauty and culture, this two day trip is a great choice. With a friendly bilingual guide, comfortable transport, and plenty of well, timed stops, you’ll get to see a lot without feeling rushed. Whether it’s the sight of condors flying overhead, a soak in the hot springs, or simply taking in the incredible mountain views, this journey through the Colca Valley is the kind of experience you’ll remember long after it’s over.

Discover the heart of Arequipa on this immersive walking tour. We begin at the vibrant San Camilo Market, a colorful hub of daily life filled with local products, flavors, and traditions. Then, stroll through charming streets toward the Main Square, where your guide will share the rich history of one of Peru’s most beautiful plazas. Visit the ornate Church and Cloister of La Compañía de Jesús, home to the stunning Saint Ignacio Cupola, a masterpiece of colonial art. Continue to a 17th-century tambo, a traditional communal housing complex that reveals the city’s colonial past. Finally, explore the breathtaking Santa Catalina Monastery, a city within the city, with over 300 years of fascinating history. Your guide will assist with your entry before bidding you farewell.

On the way to the Sillar Route where you will visit quarries and areas where the ashlar originated, we will visit the Añashuayco Quarry; in the place we can appreciate an immense canyon with skylights that are several meters high, formed by extraction for the formation of the Sillares, you can appreciate a Mega-carving of the Church of the Society of Jesus made by the stonemasons themselves. We can also visit one of them so that they can explain how their daily work is and make us experiment by cutting one of their stone blocks ourselves then we will move to the Quebrada de Culesbrillas, At this point we will do a walk of approximately 20 minutes inside the small canyon that was formed by the passage of water At the end of the walk we can observe petroglyphs made by the Wari culture more than a thousand years ago. Remember that in the beginning we visited the Mirador de Yanahuara.

Explore the rich history and colonial architecture of Arequipa and its surrounding districts during this 4-hour city sightseeing tour. Get a first-hand look at Peru’s charming ‘White City’ as you tour the Cayma and Añashuayco areas, wander through the Antiquilla market, see Arequipa’s 'Plaza de Armas,' and much more.

This full day tour stands out for its unique combination of breathtaking landscapes and authentic cultural experiences. You’ll travel through the impressive Andean scenery of the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, enjoying panoramic views of Arequipa’s iconic volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu. Unlike typical tours, this experience focuses on appreciating the beauty and tranquility of the highlands while learning about local traditions and the natural environment from knowledgeable guides. With comfortable transportation, breakfast, and entrance fees included, it’s a relaxing and enriching journey suitable for all travelers.

Experience the dramatic views and local bird life of the Colca Canyon without needing to stay there overnight on this small-group tour from Arequipa. Leave early in the morning to drive up into the mountains, arriving in the Chivay for breakfast, before continuing to the canyon. Watch condors circle from the Mirador de la Cruz del Cóndor before driving back, via the regional high point of Patapampa.

Live the magic of the Colca tour 2 days and one night ending in Puno This bus adventure will take you through ancient Andean towns, reserves and impressive natural landscapes located in the Colca Valley. Each stop is explained by the guide, who also assists and guides passengers on the trip. The activities in the Colca Valley and the tourist attractions are varied, but the most important is the tour to the Colca Canyon and the flight of the Condor. Finally, our tour concludes by traveling to the city of Puno with stops along the route.

Peru’s Colca Canyon is one of the world’s deepest canyons and you can experience it for yourself on this tour from Arequipa. Join a small group and head to the rim of the canyon where you can spot Andean condors. You also make other stops including the pre-Incan terraces of Antawilke, the Yanque hot springs, and a national reserve to see alpacas and vicuñas. Hotel pickup is included for convenience.

If you've got limited time in Peru's White City, check off as many of Arequipa's historical sights and attractions as you can on a half-day sightseeing tour. Stay cool and cover more attractions as you travel via air-conditioned coach to viewpoints such as the Mirador de Yanahuara and through colonial districts including Yanaahuara and St Lazarus. Plus, visit the Monastery of St Catherine, which was closed to the public for almost 400 years.

Swap the historic streets of Peru’s White City for the natural wonders of the countryside on a day trip to the Pilones Waterfalls and Imata Stone Forest. Someone else driving means you can soak up the nature-rich scenery as you travel through the famous Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, while exploring with a guide increases your chance of spotting flora and fauna.

Let your spirit soar like the Andean condor on this full-day exploration of Colca Canyon. Stop by the ‘Condor’s Cross,’ near one of the canyon’s deepest points, to watch these majestic birds as they appear to float on the wind. Continue to traditional towns like Maca and Yanque where you’ll observe colonial-era churches and locals garbed in needlework dresses. Finish your trip on a high point as you return through 16,000-foot (4900-meter) Patapampa pass. A guide, breakfast and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.

The ashlar route runs through the interior of the quarries, the same ones that transport the visitor to the origins and understanding of how the historic center of Arequipa, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, originated. When visiting the quarries in operation you will be able to observe live the ancestral process of extraction of blocks and the carving of the ashlar made by the hand of man.

The Colca Canyon offers some of the most rewarding hiking terrain in Peru, with steep climbs and spectacular scenery, but without a guide it’s easy to lose your way. This full-day guided tour includes breakfast and lunch plus park fees and round-trip travel from your Arequipa hotel—leaving you free to focus on the canyon experience. Soak up the views from the Cruz del Condor view point and visit the hot springs at La Calera.