Ruta del Sillar: Discover Arequipa's White Quarries

Embark on a Sillar Route Tour in Arequipa and witness the extraction, carving, and mega carving of the white volcanic stone that adorns the city. Explore beautiful landscapes and engage in interpretation workshops with skilled ashlar cutters.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Arequipa - We will make a stop in a square or main point as an introduction to appreciate the volcanoes and the Arequipeña countryside, after a short time we will head towards the Ruta del Sillar where the main attractions are.
  • Canteras de Sillar - In Cerro Colorado are the ashlar quarries that paint the city of Arequipa white. Although the…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Ticket and entrance to the place 12 soles per person.
Additional Information

The sillar quarries that give the city of Arequipa its white hue are located here. Besides being famous for producing the raw material used in the architecture of the White City - volcanic stone, this place also boasts some of the most stunning and striking natural landscapes in the region.
The Ruta del Sillar affords the opportunity to witness the…

Location
C. Álvarez Thomas 115
Calle Álvarez Thomas
This point is the tourist service office, here we will meet 10 minutes before the start of the Tour, approaching us with our name. From here we will probably walk towards the transportation service, which is located a few blocks from the central square.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sara
Aug 29, 2024
Nice tour, recommended - The tour is well organized. The staff is friendly and helpful. It takes about 4 hours 4 1/2 and for Arequipa is one of the best. Recommended
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518briggittee
Aug 17, 2024
Good tour to the ashlar route with Arequipa Explorer - The Trips Agency organization I really liked, they informed me very well of the places to know. The Guide explained very well the points to visit. I recommend 100% the agency.
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Nilvion2024
Jul 7, 2024
Excellent Guided Sillar Route with Arequipa Explorer - The figures and sculptures are fantastic, the guide excellent good mobilities, punctuality and seriousness at all times.
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Evanstourse
May 21, 2024
Excellent trip to the Sillar Route with Arequipa Explorer - I really liked this place, it is a different and unique place in all the cities of Peru, the guide really made us enjoy this tour by showing us and telling us the history, the work of the people who own this place, really if you like the culture and a little walk in the sun, I recommend this place
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Claudiavu806ip
May 1, 2024
Arequipa Explorer treated me very well on La Ruta del Sillar - A different excursion was to visit La Ruta del Sillar, this unique place in the country, it allows us to know the construction of the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa and its origin, the guide was always friendly and helped us a lot with the photos, interesting place
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Whitneya479
Apr 29, 2024
Arequipa Explorer taught us very well what La Ruta del Sillar means - I REALLY LIKED THE TOUR, THE GUIDE HELPED US WITH THE PHOTOS AND EVEN THOUGH THE TIME IS SHORT AND THE TRAFFIC A LITTLE INCOMFORTABLE, THE ATTENTION OF THE AREQUIPA EXPLORER AGENCY AT ALL TIMES WAS PROFESSIONAL AND QUALITY
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Jozefm305
Apr 29, 2024
Knowing the Sillar route is something different on my tour of Peru - The Sillar route is a place that could be worked on more in terms of tourist reception, however the attention of the friends of Arequipa Explorer was always good, the guide was very attentive, we highlighted the punctuality and the good explanations of the route.
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Oscardog16
Oct 21, 2024
Good value for money - Saw something unique to the region. Not mind blowing but interesting. Bus was air conditioned, modern and comfortable. Guide and driver highly professional.
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Journey24987441109
Oct 20, 2024
It's worth it! - Half-day tour, interesting to know the base of the city. The agency gave us a panic pq delayed the time of departure but, fulfilled the promise. Guide Mike was well sought after and familiar with the route.
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Marcl2826
Aug 21, 2024
Nullissime - Nul, nul, nul, nul, nul. Interestless, expensive for what it is. To avoid unless you like to waste your time. In general not much in Arequipa compared to other cities in Peru
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