Top Arequipa Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Dive deep into Arequipa's history, culture, and natural wonders on a private tour. The excursion begins in the city center, where you'll visit Plaza de Armas, the Church of Compania de Jesus, and artwork at Tristan del Pozo. Later, explore the quarries of Anashuayco and the pink canyons of Uchumayo along the Silla Route. Along the way, your guide will provide enriching commentary and answer your questions to ensure an immersive tour experience.

Book this tour that the whole family will enjoy where you experience both waterfalls and natural hot springs in one excursion. Your guide collects you from your hotel in Arequipa city center, and then you’re off to Yura. See volcanoes, canyons, and more along the way. Later visit Capua waterfall and get some impressive photos. Take a dip in the hot springs, too, which can help with all sorts of ailments.

A tourist activity where you can discover the depths of the Colca Canyon, its beauty and its charming viewpoints. You will have to walk into the depths of the canyon under the supervision of our expert guide. With total security and guarantee you will have a delightful experience. One of the tours where we include food and accommodation in natural cabins and to close with a flourish at the end we will transfer you to the city of Puno to continue your tour of the beauties that Peru has.

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.

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.

The tour is a unique tour with visits to uncrowded attractions. With a beautiful walk along an ancestral path, with slight slopes, with medium to low level, with 80 meters gradient, bordering the top of the canyon, passing through panoramic views of the canyon of the COLCA; sometimes you can appreciate the flight of the condor in all its splendour, During this walk we will pass by different viewpoints, such as the viewpoint of Tapay and the viewpoint of San Miguel. We will arrive in Cabanaconde at 5:00 in the afternoon. If you are looking for a different tour, where there is no mass tourism, with a moderate to easy hike, this is the activity. We wait for them.

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.

●The tour offers different hot springs and alpaca ranch that are particular highlights during this experience. ●Tour includ a 4* hotel comforting, quiet and picturesque in the nature in a traditional village at Colca valley. ●Uncommon 2 day Colca Canyon tour with stay in Colca Lodge Spa & Hot Springs ending in Puno could be a especial and unique trip for you. ●Visit one of the deepest canyons in the world, take advantage and immerse yourself in this great option to stay.

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.

Route of the Sillar, Viewpoints of the Valley and Volcanoes We enter in the middle of huge volcanic stone farellones 30 meters high carved "to combo and chisel", colonial facades and carvings. Here we will have an illustrious moment with the master stonecutters, known as "cutters". They will reveal their live work techniques so that later we can do it with our own hands. We will see giant block falls and the wonderful experience of watching small blocks of ashlar made using ancestral instruments used from generation to generation. Heading to the Mirador de Carmen Alto !!! We will visit the traditional and unmissable viewpoints of Arequipa, Mirador de Carmen Alto to appreciate the Chilina Valley and our 3 volcanoes, Chachani, Misti and Pichupichu. The second viewpoint is in Yanahuara. Here we will eat rich traditional desserts and buy unique handmade souvenirs in the square.

- 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.

Embark on an off-road adventure through Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve on a full-day tour from Arequipa. Ideal for active travelers, this small-group excursion, limited to five participants, combines a 3-hour hike to the Salinas Salt Lagoon with wlidlife spotting and off-road travel. Bring binoculars to spot wild alpacas and perhaps a rare vicuña along the way. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Delve into the heart of the Colca Canyon with our immersive 3-day exploration. Traverse the canyon's rugged landscapes, visit traditional villages, and witness the majestic condors up close. This extended tour allows you to savor the natural beauty, history, and culture of the Colca Canyon at a relaxed pace. It's an adventure that promises unforgettable moments.

The Full Day Colca tour is a super exciting tour, from the departure of Arequipa you will be able to observe the landscape, visiting high parts of natural reserves of flora and fauna. We will arrive at the highest point 4910 meters, Landscapes of a canyon considered the deepest in the world, here we will be able to take a 35 minute walk around the canyon, you will also be able to observe the flight of the condors, one of the few largest birds in the world. You will be able to take photographs with incredible landscapes, we will go to the Chacapi hot springs in Yanque. We will accompany you throughout your tour with a guide. Welcome to this wonderful tour of Colca in Arequipa.

THE TOUR HAS TWO STARTING TIMES, AT 9:00 AM OR AT 2:00 PM, WITH THIS WE WILL BE ABLE TO KNOW THE WONDERFUL AREQUIPA CITY, A RECENTLY DISCOVERED LANDSCAPE WHERE MUCH IS KNOWN ABOUT THE CULTURE OF AREQUIPA AND THE ORIGIN OF THE SILLAR, FAMOUS STONE FROM WHICH THE HISTORIC CENTER OF THE CITY WAS BUILT. WE WILL ALSO WALK LIGHTLY THROUGH A PINK SILLAR CANYON, VIRGIN AREA AND CALLED CULEBRILLAS. WE WILL EXPLORE THE CARVINGS THAT EXIST IN THIS AREA AND THE VALUABLE WORK OF THE STONERS.

Discover the Colca Canyon at a more relaxed pace than you would on a day trip during a 2-day tour from Arequipa. Unlike conventional tours, this multi-day excursion comes with a customizable itinerary—to which horseback riding and ziplining can be added—and includes accommodation and round-trip transfers that allow you to spend less time navigating and more time enjoying the scenery.

Surround yourself with Peru’s vibrant wildlife on a private day tour to Laguna de Salinas from Arequipa. With possible bird sightings of Andean and Chilean flamingos, Andean geese, and hummingbirds, this journey is perfect for photographers and nature enthusiasts alike. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for Andean rabbits and foxes. Throughout the trek, your guide will help point out different flora and fauna, enabling you to enjoy the experience.

You can see the water mirrors between the months of January to March since it is the rainy season in the region; in the rest of the year, which is from April to December, the salt extraction areas are visited; in both seasons you can take all the photos that our imagination can allow us.

On this tour you can enjoy the beauty of the Colca Canyon with a restful night in the middle of the Colca Valley. You can rest in a quiet, clean and safe environment surrounded by the mountains that form this famous Colca canyon, considered one of the deepest canyons in the world. The departure is between 8:00 am and 8:30 am, Chivay is reached by making brief stops, on the way, typical lunch, rest time at the Hotel, thermal baths (where you can have a pleasant rest time in hot springs natural) and a night with typical dances and tourist dinner. Overnight in Chivay. On the second day we visit the main points of the Colca Canyon, the Mirador de la Cruz del Condor, natural viewpoints around, traditional villages, and then return to Arequipa at an ideal time being the arrival at approximately 5:00 pm.

Visit the beautiful historic center of the city of Arequipa, and uncover its historical buildings and imposing colonial churches and mansions. This walking tour will lead you to discover this impressive city, which holds much history, culture, and one of Peru`s finest cuisines. Explore the Andean Sanctuaries Museum at the Catholic University of Santa María, and be amazed by its incredible collection of mummies, as well as their pristine state of preservation.

A personalized tour is the best for any destination and as local experts we have put together this itinerary thinking about those who want to travel at their own pace. The Colca Canyon is famous considered one of the deepest in the world and hosts the most surprising samples of flora and fauna. This canyon is 4160 meters deep and is excellent for any trekking lover. We love to show the beauties of our country and that is why our guide will be focused solely on ensuring that your experience is the best from start to finish. Passengers will be picked up from your hotel, and the guide service is private only for the booking group. Please note that transportation is done with other passengers.

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 best adventure activities, is mountain biking, where you can have fun and also experience the excitement and adrenaline. Since it is located on the slopes of the Chachani Pichu Pichu Volcano and from there towards the city of Arequipa. If you have experience, or if you are only beginners, you will love it, the mountain bike tours are below the volcanoes of Arequipa and are designed for all cyclists to enjoy the splendid high Andean scenery that is shown intact. It is also possible that you can visit a small part of the Salinas National Reserve if the opportunity allows it.

Enjoy adventure, comfort, and convenience on the same day with a Colca Canyon tour followed by a transfer to Puno. This 2-part experience is perfect for active travelers who want to maximize their limited time in Peru. The adventure begins with a challenging trek through the canyon, along with a visit to the Chacapi Hot Springs. After the hike, sit back and enjoy a relaxing, non-stop journey to Puno.