Arequipa Sillar Tour: Discover Volcanic Stone History

Discover the fascinating history of Arequipa on a private tour of the Sillar Route and Historical Center. Explore the city’s origins and the significance of the volcanic tufo stone. Visit the quarries and capture memorable photos. Uncover the beauty of the pink ashlar canyon. Duration: 4 hours.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Plaza de Armas - We can briefly know with the guide the history of the Arequipa Foundation, the construction of the cathedral and its facade.
  • Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus - We will know the cloisters of the Company, Sillar-based constructions with artistic headdresses of the time.
  • **Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition…
What's Included
  • Private Transport
  • Professional Guide
What's Not Included
  • Ticket entrance to the place 10 soles or 4 dollars
  • Optional tips to Sillar workers and the guide
Additional Information

This exclusive journey will let you explore the heart of the city while learning about its inception, delving into details of its establishment and understanding the city’s early relationship with the ashlar, a unique stone derived from volcanic tufo. Following this, a trip to the very quarries where these stones are manually extracted will be…

Location
Plaza de Armas Arequipa
Be located on the black bars, on the same line as the main door of the Cathedral. At the time you choose, remember that it is a private tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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From $58
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).