AREQUIPA CITY TOUR
This walking tour will let you experience the best of the White City. We will begin at the Carmen Alto Viewpoint, with a panoramic view of the Chilina Valley and the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes. We will continue to Yanahuara, known for its sillar arches and traditional viewpoints. Then, we’ll enjoy a panoramic visit of the Main Square and the majestic Cathedral, as well as the Cloisters of the Society of Jesus, the Tristán del Pozo House, and San Francisco Square. We will finish at the Santa Catalina Monastery, a true colonial treasure. Live this experience with Travel in Peru.
The most important things
- Pickup from your hotel in downtown Arequipa (9:00 a.m.).
- Panoramic view of the Chilina Valley and the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes from the Carmen Alto Viewpoint.
- Tour through the traditional Yanahuara neighborhood, famous for its sillar arches and its colonial church.
- Panoramic visit of the Main Square and explanation of the Arequipa Cathedral.
- Entrance to the Cloisters of the Society of Jesus and visit to the Tristán del Pozo House.
- Stroll through San Francisco Square and Church.
- Entrance to the Santa Catalina Monastery, a unique colonial citadel.
- End of the tour at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Catalina Monastery.
Travel itinerary
Arequipa – Yanahuara Viewpoint – Santa Catalina Monastery – Cloisters of the Society of Jesus
DÉJATE GUIAR POR TRAVEL IN PERU Y DISFRUTA DE UNA EXPERIENCIA AUTÉNTICA EN LA CIUDAD BLANCA.
A las 09:00 a.m. comenzaremos con el recojo desde su hotel en el centro de Arequipa para iniciar un recorrido completo por los principales atractivos de la Ciudad Blanca. Nuestra primera parada será el Mirador de Carmen Alto, desde donde se aprecian el Valle de Chilina y los imponentes volcanes Misti, Chachani y Pichu Pichu. Continuaremos hacia el tradicional barrio de Yanahuara, famoso por sus portales de sillar y su mirador con vistas espectaculares de la ciudad.
Luego nos dirigiremos al Centro Histórico, donde disfrutaremos de una visita panorámica a la Plaza de Armas y a la majestuosa Catedral de Arequipa, símbolos de la época colonial. Continuaremos hacia los Claustros de la Compañía de Jesús, un conjunto de arquerías de sillar tallado, y visitaremos la elegante Casa Tristán del Pozo, reconocida por su imponente fachada barroca.
El recorrido seguirá por la Plaza e Iglesia de San Francisco, un bello conjunto arquitectónico cargado de historia, para finalmente ingresar al Monasterio de Santa Catalina, una verdadera ciudad dentro de la ciudad, con calles, patios y claustros que conservan la esencia del pasado colonial arequipeño.
Finalizaremos alrededor de la 13:00 h, con la satisfacción de haber explorado la historia, cultura y encanto de Arequipa junto al equipo profesional de Travel in Peru.
- Vehiculo compartido para las visitas
- Guia compartido para las visitas
- Ingreso a los lugares de visita
- 4 a 5 horas
- Altura de Arequipa: aproximadamente 2,335 m s. n. m. (7,660 ft).
Price and inclusions
Explore the White City on a tour full of history and charm. We will begin by visiting the Yanahuara Viewpoint, famous for its sillar arches and panoramic view of the volcanoes that surround Arequipa. Then, we will head into the heart of the historic center to discover the Cloisters of the Society of Jesus, a baroque masterpiece carved in stone. Finally, we will visit the majestic Santa Catalina Monastery, a unique colonial citadel with streets, courtyards, and cloisters filled with history. Live this unforgettable experience with Travel in Peru.
The price includes
- Pickup from your hotel located in downtown Arequipa.
- Tourist transportation throughout the entire tour.
- Stops and guided visits at the main attractions.
- Entrance ticket to the Santa Catalina Monastery.
- Professional tour guide in Spanish or English throughout the entire tour.
Not included
- Meals.
- Personal expenses or tips.