Explore Arequipa, “The White City,” on a 3.5-hour guided tour. Marvel at the city’s it’s striking colonial-era architecture. Enjoy panoramic views of the countryside.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 3.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Spanish
Pickup included: Pick-up from hotels located at Arequipa Historic Center.

Highlights

Explore the "White City" of Arequipa on a guided tour
Learn more about the colonial history of the city
Visit the Monastery of Santa Catalina, a cloistered convent
Explore the bustling main square
Admire the best views of the city and countryside

Full description

Start with pickup from your hotel and be transferred to the Carmen Alto viewpoint. Admire the views of the countryside of Arequipa, the Chili river, and the Misti and Chachani volcanoes in the background. Head next to the Yanahuara viewpoint with a fantastic view of the city. After that, visit the Basilica of the Company of Jesus, built in a neo-Renaissance style, built with white stone, known as ashlar. You will then explore a bit of the main square of the city. Finally, discover the famous Convent of Santa Catalina, a prestigious institution of the XVI century, comprised of plazas, cloisters, and streets, that used to be inhabited by the daughters of prestigious families, who were kept by the convent’s nuns.

Includes

Pickup and drop-off
Transportation
Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English)
Admission to Santa Catalina Monastery

Tips
Personal expenses
Snacks and beverages

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

Pets
Smoking
Luggage or large bags
Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

This activity does not include pickup from private residences
Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru as sales taxes are not included in the above total
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Arequipa: City Tour and Santa Catalina Monastery

Arequipa: City Tour and Santa Catalina Monastery

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