Arrival in Arequipa

Aeropuerto Rodriguez Ballon - We will pick you up from the airport or bus station, to transfer you to your accommodation located in the city center. Rest of the day off, and overnight at the hotel.

City Tour and Monastery of Santa Catalina

Plaza de Armas - We will visit the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful squares in the country, adjacent to the imposing 17th-century Arequipa Cathedral, which has been completely rebuilt after several earthquakes. We will see the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus (1590), considered a classic example of local baroque architecture, which houses an exceptional collection of paintings and murals.

The Arequipa Cathedral is a gem of Arequipa architecture built in the 17th century from volcanic materials like sillar. It has undergone several reconstructions due to earthquakes.

Santa Catalina Monastery - You will also visit the impressive Santa Catalina Monastery, an authentic medieval cloister built in September 1579, still in use today. Covering 20,000 square meters, this mysterious convent was constructed with sillar, the main material of local architecture.

Plaza de Yanahuara - We will visit the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, which have viewpoints offering panoramic views of the Arequipa countryside and the volcanoes surrounding the city: El Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu, undoubtedly a fantastic sight. There will be time to take photos.

Arequipa / Colca Canyon

Mirador de los Andes - We will make a brief stop in Patahuasi for you to enjoy a refreshing coca tea, a traditional hot beverage from the Andes that greatly helps with altitude sickness. Youll also have the opportunity to admire beautiful birds, such as flamingos, during our short stop at the Tocra wetlands. Well follow the route passing by the crater of the Chucura volcano, and well stop at a fantastic viewpoint of the volcanoes. Well continue visiting charming picturesque villages and enjoy impressive views of the volcanoes from a viewpoint, conducting a cultural tour in the villages of the Colca Valley.

Chivay - Finally, we will arrive in Chivay, where you will have free time for lunch (optional). We will transfer you to your hotel for a short rest. Afterwards, we will explore the town of Chivay and its market, immersing ourselves in the Andean culture high in the Colca Canyon. Then, we will visit the La Calera hot springs.

Colca Canyon / Arequipa

Mirador Cruz del Condor - Wake up early to enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading to the famous Cruz del Condor viewpoint. We will arrive in time to contemplate the magnificent depth of the Colca Canyon and, if we are lucky, observe condors in the Colca Canyon. These impressive birds of prey are some of the largest in the world, and seeing them fly over the canyon and valley is a magical spectacle you won`t want to miss.

Mirador Antahuilque - On our way back to Chivay, we will visit the traditional village of Pinchollo and the Antahuilque viewpoint, where you can marvel at the ancient terraces built 1,500 years ago by the Collagua culture, which preceded the Incas.

Maca - We will continue our exploration by visiting Maca, a charming Andean community that suffered an earthquake in November 1991, and the village of Yanque, famous for having the most beautiful church in the valley.

Chivay - We will return to Chivay for lunch (optional).

Arequipa - Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa and transfer you to your hotel, closing an unforgettable experience in the Colca Valley.

### Sillar Route

Quebrada de Culebrillas - Continuing this fantastic tour, we will visit the Culebrillas Quarry and walk through this impressive natural ravine formed by water and wind erosion. We will walk through these narrow walls and observe the Culebrillas petroglyphs with animal shapes such as birds, felines, and snakes about 30 meters high. These drawings belonged to the Wari culture, an Andean civilization that developed between the 7th and 13th centuries AD. Sillar has been used for constructions in the city of Arequipa, declared a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO. At the end of the tour, we will return to the hotel. The rest of the day is free, and you will stay overnight at the hotel.

### Arequipa Countryside, Founder’s Mansion and Sabandía Mill

Paucarpata - We will visit the Chilina Valley to admire the vibrant colors of the countryside from its great viewpoint. Here, you will have wonderful views of wide green fields and the Chili River. We will visit Paucarpata, which has terraces and viewpoints with spectacular panoramic views of the Arequipa countryside with landscapes of the imposing Misti volcano.

La Mansion del Fundador - We will continue the tour visiting the Founder’s Mansion, a traditional sillar mansion built in the 16th century by the founder of Arequipa, Garcí Manuel de Carbajal. Located 20 kilometers from the Plaza de Armas and near the Socabaya River, its colonial style is still preserved, as is its original decoration. The mansion was occupied by different personalities such as doctors, bishops, generals, and priests. It has a small chapel, a beautiful main patio, and colorful gardens. During the tour, you will see rooms adorned with paintings, ceramics, and furniture brought from Europe.

Molino de Sabandia - Just 9 kilometers from the city is the Sabandía Mill, an architectural gem dating back to 1621 made of sillar, and it still works today! Surrounded by beautiful and spacious gardens, with local trees and plants like cacti and succulents.

Master stonemason Don Francisco Flores was in charge of building this interesting place, and today it is one of Arequipa’s most important historical monuments.

At the end, we will return to the city center to drop you off at your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to continue enjoying this beautiful city. Overnight stay at the hotel included.

### Departure from Arequipa

Alfredo Rodriguez Ballon International Airport - We will pick you up and transfer you to the bus terminal or airport.

• Breakfast
• Round trip private transfers in Arequipa

• Local and international flights
• Gratuities
• Ticket entrance to the Sillar Route (S/ 5.00 Peruvian soles per person)

This incredible tourist package in Arequipa will take you to explore the beautiful White City and visit one of the deepest canyons in the world, the famous Colca Canyon. Marvel at the majestic flight of the condor in the heart of the Colca Valley.

You will tour the citys attractions as well as the green valleys of Arequipas countryside with breathtaking views of the volcanoes, such as the Misti Volcano.

This comprehensive Classic Arequipa tour will leave you speechless.

• Rates are not valid for holidays and special dates.
• Rates are not valid for Peruvians, residents or people staying more than 60 days in Peru.
• We should bring sunscreen, sunglasses, whool gloves, coat, comfortable shoes, passport
• We recommend a good adaptation to the height before start any activity

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.