Top Arequipa Half-day Tours - page 3

It is a Tour to enjoy doing sport in a moderate way, does not demand great physical effort since the total distance is 10 km. Includes modern bikes in excellent condition and of different sizes to provide comfort and safety to all participants, and qualified Guides certified in the name of the nation. This tour is an original alternative to know the history and culture of Arequipa, but at the same time enjoy the outdoors, the landscape and the valley of the city.

Check out the architectural and historical highlights in the colonial city of Arequipa during this 5-hour private city tour. Receive personalized attention from your guide as you explore this Peruvian town also known as “The White City,” thanks to its wealth of white-hued structures. Among the landmarks you’ll see are the Monastery of Santa Catalina, the Juanita Mummy Museum and the colonial suburbs of Cayma, Yanahuara and Sabandia. Your Arequipa sightseeing excursion also includes a private guide and vehicle, and round-trip hotel transport.

The Sillar Route is an immense ashlar quarry (a stone of volcanic origin), which forms spectacular gorges, similar to those of Petra in Jordan. You can also see petroglyphs and appreciate the way the stones are extracted.

Discover the history and architecture of Peru’s ‘white city’ during this afternoon city tour through Arequipa. Take a guided tour through the Santa Catalina Monastery, admire the views of the imposing El Misti volcano, and listen to engaging commentary about the importance of the city during the Spanish colonial era. Hotel pickup is included.

Arrive on-time and stress-free for your airport departure with ground transfer service from your Arequipa hotel. A driver will pick you up at your lodging and transport you to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle. Book this service anytime 24/7—simply reserve ahead.

Book the best mountain biking experience around Misti and Pichu Pichu volcano, this is one of the best 2 wheels countryside activity in Arequipa to discover beautiful and incredible views of the landscape all year around. Every experienced or novice rider are welcome to enjoy this adventure on the safety way, paddaling on dirt road (Cross-country style) or taking some single tracks (downhill style) on properly mountain bike awarded with safety gear (Helmet, gloves, knee and elbow pads) to have good fun in a couple or joining a group of travelers. Welcome to adventure mountain biking experience at the bottom of the active volcanoes of Arequipa/Peru. This bike adventure will done only joining an exist group.

Our food tour guides you through the most beautiful city in Peru, Arequipa, which is known for its incredible food scene and nightlife. Arequipa’s restaurants offer some of the freshest ingredients and interesting flavors, with recipes passed down from generation to generation. You visit only the best restaurants, bars and cafes, while tasting the exotic flavors of local farmers and artisan producers. ​ Take the guesswork out of your trip on this small-group food tour and let us show you the best.

Explore the fascinating Ruta del Sillar, one of Arequipa’s most iconic trails, where history, geology and tradition meet. You will start the tour towards the quarries of Añashuayco and Culebrillas, located on the outskirts of the city. In Añashuayco you will meet the master stonemasons who, with ancient techniques, carve the ashlar — the volcanic white stone with which much of the Historic Center of Arequipa was built. Watch monumental sculptures, learn about their extraction process and take amazing photographs. Then visit Culebrillas Gorge, a narrow canyon of natural formations and pre-Hispanic petroglyphs. Enjoy an environment full of history, culture and unique landscapes under the guidance of local experts. Includes tourist transport, bilingual guide and entrance fees. An unforgettable experience to discover the origin and essence of the “White City” of Arequipa.

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.

The Sillar Route is an experience to know the origin and history of the "sillar" volcanic stone with which the most important buildings in Arequipa have been built. The tour includes the visit to the quarries to appreciate the elaboration, mega-detail of the material in the middle of a fascinating environment.

Know this incredible and beautiful city full of stories and legends. Let yourself be captivated by its charms and its marvelous people. Discover the charm of its streets and its architecture.

The route begins in Arequipa´s Main Square, one of the most beautiful squares in Peru. Facing this square is the imposing Cathedral, built in the 17th century. From there, continue to the Monastery of Santa Catalina, a cloister and small religious citadel built in 1579, still in use to this date. Then, visit the Church of the Compañia de Jesus (1590). Considered a classic example of local baroque architecture, it houses an exceptional collection of paintings and murals. Lastly, visit the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto for a panoramic view of the Arequipa countryside. At the end, take a transfer back to the hotel.

Explore Arequipa’s rich history, stunning colonial architecture, and vibrant culture on this guided city tour, perfect for travelers who love discovering historic landmarks, hidden alleys, and artistic treasures while strolling through Arequipa Historic Center.

The private, eco-friendly walking tour of Arequipa offers an exceptional opportunity to explore this historic city in an intimate and exclusive way. By choosing this tour, visitors will immerse themselves in an authentic and unique experience, which goes beyond conventional tourist locations. You will be able to discover both iconic attractions and private properties normally inaccessible to the public, allowing privileged access to the true cultural and historical essence of Arequipa. Without the rush and commotion of large groups, this tour guarantees moments of tranquility to appreciate every detail and experience moments that reveal the richness and authentic charm of this city.

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.

El volcan Misti (5825M) is only 23KM northeast of Arequipa as known as the white city of Peru – Our company provide this alternative trek for adventure people looking for trekking to one base camp on the slopes of an active volcano – Trekking Volcan Misti includes very nice landscaped of upper zone, villages and countryside contrast around Arequipa. This short trek on the slope of volcan Misti is available every day - The uphill trek is no technical but hard thank to altitude and everything depends of physical condition of each participants to get as high as possible in 3Hrs as maximum time. This trek is recommended to do in the afternoon to enjoy the sunset over Arequipa but just during dry season (April to Dec.) but during raining epoch will be better to try in the morning. Welcome to an active volcano as known as simbol of Arequipa people and try your skill hiking on high altitude.

Discover the origin of Arequipa’s brilliant white architecture on an excursion to the Canteras de Sillar, or Sillar Quarries, where you’ll see local masons cutting stone from pale, volcanic cliffs. Challenging access roads mean the Canteras de Sillar would be difficult to reach on an independent trip, and visiting with a guide is a fascinating way to get the background on Arequipa’s long tradition of stone work.

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.

Spend the day watching condors glide over the Colca Canyon on a full-day trip from Arequipa, a great choice for nature lovers and first-time visitors. Observe condors and absorb panoramic views of the Colca Canyon from La Cruz del Condor lookout point, and opt to soak your muscles in the hot springs of La Calera in the afternoon. Plus, go bird watching in Pampa Cañahuas.

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.

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.

Add some adventure to your journey from Arequipa to Puno on a day tour of the Colca Canyon. This hassle-free excursion is perfect for travelers who want to experience the best of Peru but are on a tight schedule and budget. In addition to exploring the canyon, itinerary highlights include Condor's Cross, the Chacapi hot springs (own expense), and Pampa Canahuas National Reserve.

- 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.

Discover the highlights of Peru’s White City on a half-day tour of Arequipa’s historical highlights, including the sprawling Monastery of St. Catherine (Monasterio de Santa Catalina). You’ll enjoy personalized attention in a small group limited to 15 travelers, and cover more sights in less time as you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle.