Top Arequipa Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

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.

Leave from Arequipa city at 8:30 am to visit the Añashuayco quarry and Culebrillas canyon, popularly known as the Sillar Route. From the Añashuayco quarry, the largest amount of white stone used in the construction of Arequipa is extracted. Sillar is the form that is given to the volcanic rock called ignimbrite. The light-colored ashlar is the reason why Arequipa is known as the white city. This stone is abundant in Arequipa and is a symbol of the city. This 4-hour tour is pretty exciting and in addition to learning about the ashlar, you will also see beautiful sculptures carved on the walls. The workers who work in the quarry will take the time to teach you how to cut stone and you will also have the opportunity to do it.

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.

Explore the Salinas Lake National Reserve on this full day private tour from Arequipa and learn all about its secrets from your guide. You’ll be collected from your hotel and then taken to a few stops. You’ll visit the village of Chiguata and Inca culture and learn about the crops produced. Then you’ll get to Salinas Lake where we will check out the canyon, and both sides of the lagoon.

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.

It is an excellent adventure sport that takes place very close to the city center, ideal to enjoy a beautiful green area of Arequipa.

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.

Book this tour for an authentic small group experience, with personalized attention and professional guides that will make you uniquely connect with the destination. Enjoy every moment in comfort, security and the warmth of an expert team that takes care of every detail of your trip.

Discover Arequipa's colonial and historical charm on a private city tour. The adventure begins with convenient airport pick-up before visiting the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto. Next, explore the fascinating Santa Catalina Monastery and learn about its intriguing history. You'll also admire stunning views of the surrounding volcanoes and Andean landscapes. Throughout the excursion, your guide is happy to answer any questions for a more personalized experience.

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.

Travel comfortably and discover Arequipa in small groups : Safe and modern transportation, with your expert guide accompanying you throughout the tour, sharing local stories and ensuring your experience is authentic and smooth. Everything is designed to make your trip unforgettable and hassle-free.

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.

You are accompanied to discover Arequipa with vivid stories, well-kept secrets and the affection of a local friend. I will walk among laughter, culture and a lot of passion for my city.

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.

The massive Colca Canyon is sometimes called the Grand Canyon of Peru and it's one of the country's most popular hiking destinations. On this private 2-day tour from Arequipa, experienced hikers explore part of the canyon and enjoy challenging hiking. Explore trails, look for Andean condors, meet locals, soak in natural hot springs, and enjoy Peruvian food while getting to know this part of Peru.

Discover the magic of southern Peru on an unforgettable journey through Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world, and onward to Puno. Visit the traditional village of Yanque, where local dances bring culture to life. Stand in awe at Cruz del Condor, the best place to see the majestic Andean condor in flight, while your guide shares insights on wildlife and geography. Enjoy scenic stops at Maca Viewpoint and Lagunillas Lagoon, capturing breathtaking landscapes and unique highland fauna. Lunch in Chivay is included before the scenic drive to Puno. This tour combines nature, culture, and comfort for a truly memorable adventure. Book now and experience one of Peru’s most iconic destinations!

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.

This 1-day excursion offers you the possibility to discover the coastal desert and the Majes valley. Visiting its main attractions, particularly the Toro Muerto petroglyphs and the Querullpa Dinosaur tracks. This tour is particularly interesting for people who have not had the opportunity to know the desert of the Peruvian coast and much of the pre-Inca culture that passed through Arequipa.

Travel, enjoy and live the experience in Arequipa. Do not worry about anything that we take care of everything.

This is a unique experience of connection with the mountains in one of the deepest canyons in the world, in addition to being an opportunity to learn how Andean cultures walked and connected with the mountains and their beings. This experience, in addition to being a beautiful trek through nature, is an experience of reconnecting with your body, your strength and the medicine of the Andes.

The Colca Canyon and Valley is one of the main must-see tourist destinations in the Arequipa region. Together with me and my experience as a guide we will enjoy different activities with the local population; We will live the experience of a tourism of sensations and emotions on the walk that I offer you towards the Cruz del Cóndor, we will make a connection with Mother Earth (PACHAMAMA), I will teach you about the medicinal plants that are in the national reserve and much more.

Escape the city and get off the beaten path on a tour that reveals two of Peru’s lesser-known—but no less spectacular—natural attractions on a day trip from Arequipa. Designed for visitors who have already explored the Historic Centre of Arequipa, this tour takes you to Pillones Falls and the Stone Forest of Imata, geological wonders formed thousands of years ago.