Top Arequipa Half-day Tours

The Route of the Sillar is a fascinating quarry with ancient monuments, but understanding its significance requires the support of a knowledgeable guide. This excursion from Arequipa takes you to this fascinating site and to the nearby ravine of Culebrillas where you can see ancient petroglyphs, all with a guide to provide insight and context.

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 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)

Here are the sillar quarries that paint the city of Arequipa white. Although the area is known for working here with the raw material of the architecture of the White City, volcanic stone, it also brings together some of the most beautiful and impressive natural landscapes in the area. By following the Ruta del Sillar you can observe the process of extraction, carving and mega carving of sillar, a white stone that predominates in the traditional architecture of the city of Arequipa. This route has the necessary infrastructure and quality tourist services to consider it among the main attractions of the region. Among the main activities that can be carried out in the place are the interpretation workshops, with the presence of ashlar cutters.

This tour will allow you to know professionally the different places that comprise the historic center of the city, as well as the main viewpoints that surround the city of Arequipa. Having a pleasant walk time and at the same time cultural information of the city of Arequipa. Start in the historic center, taking a walk on the main places of free entry with colonial architecture. After that we went in a private car with a guide on board to the main viewpoints of Arequipa, with a good view and with a lot of history, to know a little more details about the surroundings and also the news in which the White city of Arequipa is located .

Discover the local traditions of Peru as you explore the countryside of Arequipa on this private half-day tour. With a dedicated guide, visit the local market to learn about Peruvian gastronomy, enjoy scenic views, see a rock quarry where statues are made, and sample typical dishes in the Carmen Alto neighborhood; note that lunch is not included.

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'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.

Discover the amazing White City of Arequipa with this fantastic walking tour that will take you to explore the neighborhoods around the Historic Center to admire impressive colonial architecture. Enjoy a guided tour walking the Santa Catalina Monastery, a religious citadel located in the heart of the city, and be amazed by this mysterious place. Live a great experience walking the city of Arequipa with us.

The City & Countryside Tour is an experience to explore the buildings, places and the characteristic landscape of the City of Arequipa from a panoramic bus. Which moves around the city making specific stops to see squares, viewpoints and to admire the landscape route of "La Campiña", under the assistance of a professional guide during the tour.

Get the best bites in town on this tour of local restaurants in Arequipa. Visit four restaurants to experience the rich flavors of Peru. Sample tasting plates at each eatery accompanied by matching drinks, and top it all off with dessert. Learn about the local cuisine of Peru from your guide and get local recommendations for the best spots in town.

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".

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.

With this tour we will be able to know both the history of Arequipa from its beginnings, the constructions of the Historic center of Arequipa, Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the surrounding viewpoints as well as one of the most representative centers such as the Monastery of Santa Catalina, come and know this tour on foot walking and enjoying the city as well as by car to get to know the closest viewpoints of the city with beautiful landscapes and beautiful archeology stories. This tour is offered privately and is guided on board in your preferred language so you have a full day knowing a lot about the history of Arequipa.

On this bike tour, we do not need a support vehicle following us! We start from Bolognesi Bridge in Arequipa and head southwest of the city. During the first 10 minutes, we ride through light city traffic before gradually leaving the urban area behind. Enjoy incredible views of the Arequipa countryside and the volcanoes surrounding the city. Our guides are very flexible with timing and have excellent English skills. This circuit offers a mix of small climbs and descents, plus an amazing 500-meter downhill section, all on asphalt roads. On the way back, during the final 8 kilometers entering the city, we ride with traffic again, always safely controlled and guided by your tour leader. A fantastic opportunity to discover the real Arequipa by bike!

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.

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 is a tour full of history in Arequipa and legends that we will tell you while we are introduced to the small streets, small squares, wrought iron windows and traditional mansions carved in white volcanic stone. - Our experience will also show us the care of llamas, alpacas and vicuñas thanks to Mundo Alpaca - Finally, this tour will also pass through a cultural café, very welcoming and interesting to take a short break and get to know each other better.

* Would you like to discover why Arequipa is the white city? Let's go to explore the origin definitely the ''sillar route'' La Ruta de Sillar is the best option. * After having visited the ''Sillar Route'' you will understand why the buildings of their houses and monuments that characterize and make it unique.

During this pedestrian circuit we will have the opportunity to tour Arequipa in a more fun way and to learn a little about its history through its traditional neighborhoods with narrow streets where not only mansions and churches are protected, but also the best secret bars in the city. A delicious Pisco Sour hand in hand with unique anecdotes narrated by our best guides and a tour of "Mundo Alpaca" will frame a perfect visit to the white city.

Tour of the historic center of Arequipa, built with local 'sillar' stone, a pale volcanic rock, affording Arequipa its glorious architecture and its appropriate nickname, 'the White City'. Visit the San Lazaro district, this neighborhood of narrow streets, narrow passages, small squares and large houses is the most representative area of the old Arequipa. Proceed then to the Compañia Church, built by the Jesuits and part of a representative monument of religious architecture of the XVII century. Continue to the local market of San Camilo, and appreciate a variety of local products. Notably, this market is considered a Monumental Heritage of Architecture representative of Public Civil architecture, whose structures were designed by the renowned French engineer Gustave Eiffel. Finally visit the convent of Santa Teresa, built in 1710, and recently opened to the public. The site has valuable pieces of religious art and fabulous frescoes.

In our private service you will enjoy your experience in the city to the fullest since you will take advantage of all your time knowing every detail of our culture and you can ask your guide any questions you have, without the inconvenience of depending on a group as usually happens on tours with many people. You can also choose the start time of the tour. Unlike other tours, we include the entrance to the Monastery of Santa Catalina as well as the private guide inside it.