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Christmas Circuit: Discover Peru's Festive Past
Arequipa
Embark on a captivating walking tour of Arequipa and immerse yourself in the rich colonial history and culture of Peru. Explore the iconic Santa Catalina Monastery and uncover fascinating legends and peculiar facts about the city. Discover why Arequipa is a must-visit destination in Peru!
Embark on a captivating walking tour of Arequipa and immerse yourself in the rich colonial history and culture of Peru. Explore the iconic Santa Catalina Monastery and uncover fascinating legends and peculiar facts about the city. Discover why Arequipa is a must-visit destination in Peru!
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Monasterio de Santa Catalina - Colonial convent of the 16th century built in volcanic stone with impressive colonial architecture and art, it looks like a small citadel, it is the most visited attraction in the city by tourists.
- Mundo Alpaca Arequipa - This place is an ecotourism center where you can appreciate the Alpacas in a beautiful…
- Monasterio de Santa Catalina - Colonial convent of the 16th century built in volcanic stone with impressive colonial architecture and art, it looks like a small citadel, it is the most visited attraction in the city by tourists.
- Mundo Alpaca Arequipa - This place is an ecotourism center where you can appreciate the Alpacas in a beautiful natural environment and learn about the selection of fiber, dyeing and techniques to make textiles.
- San Lazaro - This neighborhood that is located in the center of the city a few blocks from the main square of Arequipa shows us a totally different street design from the rest of the historic center which is considered the first Spanish settlement in the city.
- Historic Centre of Arequipa - In the last part of the tour we will visit one of the oldest mansions in the city that maintains its beautiful architecture, we will also go to the Plaza de Armas, considered one of the most beautiful in South America, historically the most important point for different events and also where the city was founded, which also has an impressive Cathedral, finally to a viewpoint to appreciate it from a panoramic view.
What's Included
- Entrance to the Santa Catalina Monastery
- Local guide in English and/or Spanish
- Pick up at Hotel
- Entrance to the Santa Catalina Monastery
- Local guide in English and/or Spanish
- Pick up at Hotel
Additional Information
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Special Christmas Circuit: (Please send a message to the guide’s WhatsApp to confirm the hotel pickup location or meet at the entrance of the Santa Catalina Monastery)
This tour offers an opportunity to explore the history, culture, legends, and unique aspects of the city. Until the first week of January, it includes additional stops to admire…
-
Special Christmas Circuit: (Please send a message to the guide’s WhatsApp to confirm the hotel pickup location or meet at the entrance of the Santa Catalina Monastery)
This tour offers an opportunity to explore the history, culture, legends, and unique aspects of the city. Until the first week of January, it includes additional stops to admire beautifully decorated Christmas sites and learn about past and present customs and traditions.
Discover the city’s significance during colonial times and its evolution into one of Peru’s most important tourist destinations.
Location
Monasterio de Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina 301,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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