Arequipa, Historic And Colonial City And Santa Catalina Monastery

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Key Details

Mobile Voucher Accepted
Hotel pickup Available

Duration: 3 Hrs 30 Mins
Language:
English

Departure Time :
02:00 PM
Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
Cancellation Policy :
This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Get to know Arequipa on this history-filled city sightseeing tour. With a professional guide, youll see the citys top historical attractions, including the colonial districts of St Lazarus and Yanahuara, the Monastery of St Catherine and the Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, as well as two locations that provide excellent views of the city and its surrounds Carmen Alto and the Mirador de Yanahuara. Travel by air-conditioned coach and hop off at various sites to walk around and soak it all in.

Highlights

All entrance fees included
Comprehensive tour of the city
Family friendly
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

Know More about this tour

Arequipa is known as the White City (Ciudad Blanca) due to its many colonial-era buildings made from sillar, a white volcanic rock; admire these buildings and more as you start your city tour with pickup at your hotel by air-conditioned coach.

With your guide, head first to the St Lazarus quarter, where Arequipa was founded. Hop off the coach to walk along the picturesque streets lined with flowers and hear about the history of the city from your guide, and then make your way to the Carmen Alto viewpoint, where youll have a fabulous view of the outlying farmland and three volcanoes that surround the city: Misti, Cachani and Pichu Pichu.

After snapping some photos, continue your city sightseeing tour to another colonial district Yanahuara famous for its Andalusia-style church and buildings made from sillar. The area is also known for El Mirador de Yanahuara, a popular viewpoint where youll catch more views!

Next, visit the Monastery of St Catherine, a beautiful religious site home to the nuns of the Dominican Second Order that was closed to the public for nearly 400 years. Open today, it offers narrow alleyways and a peaceful plaza and gardens reminiscent of ancient Seville or Granada; enjoy the serene atmosphere as you stroll through them with your guide.

Lastly, head to Arequipas main square Plaza de armas to see the Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, which has a history that dates back to the 1500s, although the physical structure has been rebuilt many times due to earthquakes and fires. Youll then visit the Iglesia de los Jesuita (Church of the Society of Jesus), founded in the 17th century by Jesuits and known for its cloisters and St Ignacio Dome.

After this perfect introduction to Arequipa, your tour ends when you are returned to your hotel.

Inclusions

Air-conditioned vehicle

Professional guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Entry/Admission - Monasterio de Santa Catalina

Exclusions

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Note: Admission to religious places in shorts is not allowed; please wear long pants or a long skirt

Not wheelchair accessible

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Face masks required for travelers in public areas

Face masks required for guides in public areas

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Gear/equipment sanitized between use

Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Guides required to regularly wash hands

Regular temperature checks for staff

Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

We suggest arriving in Peru with antibacterial gel for personal use.

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