Arequipa City Tour & Santa Catalina Monastery

Barrio de San Lázaro - The tour begins with a pickup from the hotel, leading to a guided exploration of Arequipa, known as the White City. The tour reveals the origin of this nickname while showcasing its volcanic stone and ashlar constructions reminiscent of Andalusian architecture. The tour includes a visit to the Plaza de Armas to admire the Arequipa Cathedral and the Church and Cloisters of the Company of Jesus.

Mundo Alpaca - Visit with our official guide.

Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition Gallery) - Visit with our guide.

Plaza de Armas Arequipa - Guided tour of Arequipa’s main square.

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa - Guided tour with an exterior view.

Church of the Company - Visit with our accredited guide.

Cloisters of The Company - Visit with our accredited guide.

Arequipa - Salinas & Aguada Blanca Reserve - Colca/Chivay

Zona de Vicuñas - Salinas Reserve - Vicuñas reserve.

07:30h From this time, guests will be picked up from their respective hotels in central Arequipa. The journey to Chivay includes stops along the northern highway at Pampa Cañahuas (Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, vicuña reserve), Tocrapampa (lagunillas, wetlands, herds of alpacas and llamas), and Patapampa high point (Andes viewpoint, 4900 m. a.s.l.).

Upon arrival in Chivay, there will be time for lunch, followed by a transfer to the hotel. Around 4 PM, guests can visit the thermal baths, with free time available. Entry is optional and requires direct payment. The evening includes an opportunity for dinner and a native dance exhibition, also optional and requiring direct payment.

Dinner and overnight stay in Chivay.

CAFE TEMATICO INKAWASI - Technical stop and services. Coffee services.

Zona de Alpacas - Alpacas in their natural habitat.

Pampa de Toccra - Alpacas and vicuñas.

Mirador de los Andes - Passing through the high point.

Chivay - Chivay is the capital of the valley. Lunch time.

La Calera - Thermal baths.

Visit any of the thermal baths along the Colca River.

Chivay - Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint of the Colca Canyon – Puno

Yanque - At approximately 06:00h, after breakfast, the tour departs for the Mirador de la Cruz del Cóndor to enjoy a spectacular view of the Condors in flight and the depth of the Colca Canyon, with a stop of over an hour. The return journey passes through traditional towns such as Maca, Yanque, and tourist viewpoints, then back to Chivay for free time for lunch.

Final in Arequipa: After lunch, the return to Arequipa city center is around 17:00h. The tour concludes at the plaza of Arequipa or a location near the hotel.

Final in Puno: Departing Chivay at approximately 13:00h, the journey to Puno includes two stops at tourist sites such as Patapampa and Lagunillas. The total travel time is about 6 hours, arriving in Puno (Lake Titicaca) between 17:00h and 18:00h. The tour ends at the plaza of Puno or a location near the hotel.

Mirador Cruz del Condor - Enjoy a spectacular view of the Condors in flight and the depth of the Colca Canyon, with a stop of over an hour.

Mirador Antahuilque - Ideal viewpoint to see the terraces and towns of the Colca Valley.

Chivay - Stop and free time for lunch.

CAFE TEMATICO INKAWASI - Technical stop.

Puno - End of the trip at the city center or near the hotel.

• Official specialized bilingual guide for city tour and Colca
• Ticket and guide inside Sta. Catalina Monastery
• Overnight stay in Chivay/Colca (Double, twin, or triple room)
• Overnight stay in Arequipa (Double, twin, or triple room)
• Breakfast on days 2, 3, and 4
• Pick up from hotel or meeting point for city tour
• Colca entrance fee (USD 19.00)
• Transfer to Puno or Arequipa by tourist van/bus
• Overnight stay in Puno or Arequipa (Double, twin, or triple room)
• Shared tourist transportation van/bus in Colca

• Snacks and additional tickets not mentioned-city
• Meals (lunch, dinner all 3 days)
• Entrance fee thermal baths USD 5 (optional)

• Begin the tour in Arequipa, the stunning colonial city known as the “White City.”
• It’s essential to acclimate before exploring the breathtaking Andean landscapes of Colca Canyon, then proceed directly to Puno and Lake Titicaca.
• The team will provide full support throughout the trip, offering any information needed.
• Feel free to bring all your luggage without any restrictions.
• Transportation time is included on the total duration

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.