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Arequipa is known as La Ciudad Blanca (The White City) for the white buildings in its historic center made from a porous, volcanic stone known as sillar. Easily explored on foot, must-see landmarks include the neoclassical Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa and Monastery of St. Catherine (Monasterio de Santa Catalina).
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Salinas y Aguada Blanca Full Day Reserve
The tour will begin at 6:30 AM. We will know the wonderful lagoon, which is located, on a salt surface that uses the salt part, where you will find the famous salt lagoon. All the way offers a spectacular view of the Andean panorama, which makes this trip very interesting for travelers looking to get the best images of the landscape of the variety of animal lagoon, especially Andean and migratory birds, the trip includes a pleasant walk from side to side of the lagoon and you will see the cultures of the small cities dedicated to pre-Inca work terraces located near the Chiguata River.
You will visit the beautiful reserve of Salinas, diversity of South American camelids, Andean and migratory birds such as Flamingos, Parihuanas and others.
You can also know these salt surfaces in this part of the city where they extract this product and then be consumed, this landscape is certainly spectacular.Lojen is also visited. Ends 4:30 p.m.
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$46.16
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Arequipa, Historic and Colonial City and Santa Catalina Monastery
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Explore Arequipa's many historical sights and attractions on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. A knowedgable and expert guide will take you via air-conditioned coah to spectacular viewpoints like the Mirador de Yanahuara, and lead you through some of Arequipa's most exquisite colonial districts—including Yanaahuara and St Lazarus. Visit the Monastery of St Catherine, which was closed to the public for almost 400 hundreds years.
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$47.30
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2 day 1 night trek / Colca Canyon
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Come and enjoy an impressive 2 day trek through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Our guide will show you all the beauties of the valley such as huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads and follow our route to Cabanaconde from where our adventure begins. Do not miss it and book now. It will be an unforgettable experience!
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$65.65
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18-Day Best of Peru Semi Private Tour from Puerto Maldonado
Visit all the best Peru can offer in one big round trip through 18 unforgettable days! beginning your adventure in the Amazon Rrainforest you will experience all its colorful nature, vegetation and animals in 3 days. Thereafter the Incan Empire awaits where Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu will amaze you with its Incan culture and architecture. After enjoying the culture of the Incan Empire you will visit the rest of the Peruvian wonders, the amazing culture of Lake Titicaca, the beautiful Colca Canyon, the White City of Arequipa, the lush Oasis of Huacachina, the mysterious Nazca Lines, the diamond of the sea - the Ballestas Islands and the capital of Peru - Lima.
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$2,552.00
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$2,552.00
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Loncco Full Day Route Tour
The route to the ‘Loncco Arequipeño Route’ which covers the districts of Sabandía, Characato, Mollebaya, Quequeña, Yarabamba and Pocsi, is a new tourist alternative in the Arequipa region because it has natural landscapes and varied architectures of its churches.
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$153.85
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Full Day Arequipa Colca Cañon Tour
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With spectacular mountain scenery and native Andean condors soaring through the skies, the Colca Canyon is regarded among the finest trekking sites in Peru. On this full-day tour, explore one of the world´s deepest canyons with entry fees included and a guide to lead the way, and pass traditional towns including Yanque and Maca. Along your route, soak up beautiful views over the rugged mountain terrain.
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$98.00
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10-Day Private Guided Excursion in Peru Exploring the Inca Culture
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Get off the beaten path in the highlands of Peru and discover stunning mountain scenery and remote cities few tourists visit. passing through Arequipa the "white city" the magic of the Colca Cañon and the beaufitul Chivay town. getting really connected with the culture and history. Getting to Llachon in Titikaka - lake and have a complete unique experience with the local homesstay. enjoy the magic of the lake and incomparable Uros Island. gettin to Cusco is half the adventure and exploring the land of the Inca and its best Machupicchu – travel by a private transport and Professional Tourism Guide to increase the very ancient knowledge of this civilization.
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$2,564.11
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12 Day Highlights of Peru: Lima, Nazca, Colca, Titikaka, Cusco & Machu Picchu
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An opportunity to discover the wonders Peru has to offer on bus tour through its coast and highlands; our travel companions? the ocean's breeze, the silent of the desert and the tall mountains home to one of the biggest empires of the continent.
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$1,914.00
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$1,914.00
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15-Day Semi-Private Tour: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Titicaca, Colca, Peruvian Dessert
Go on this semi-private Peruvian adventure to the Incan Empire and to different sites in Peru. Visit Cusco City "The Capital of the Incas", The Sacred Valley of the Incas, the Lost City of the Incas - Machu Picchu, the great Lake Titicaca with its floating Uros & Taquile islands, one of the deepest canyons in the worlds - Colca Canyon which is the home of the majestic bird - the Condor, the "White City of Arequipa", the lush oasis of Huacachina, the mysterious Nazca Lines and the diamond of the sea "The Ballestas Islands". While in Cusco you will participate in our Color your Journey Experience in order for you to get a more cultural experience in Cusco. While traveling with your tour guide, you will learn all about the Incan and Peruvian Culture, how it was in the past but also today.
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$2,440.00
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$2,440.00
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A 3-hour Guided Food Tour with 5 Iconic Restaurants of Arequipa
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We are the first foodie tour of Arequipa with experience guiding groups in Lima Peru. Our tour takes you to the most iconic restaurants of Arequipa to taste different plates while you also get to know the history of what you are eating.
We tell you the story of Peru and Arequipa through its food and drinks.
You get all this for a very affordable price, that includes all the food, 3 drinks and a dessert! We believe this to be a very good value for your money, as you will end the tour completely satisfied! After the tour, your guide will be happy to recommend chic and superb places to go enjoy some drinks, live music, or whatever tickles your fancy!
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$66.67
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$66.67
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Walking Tour Arequipa Including Santa Catalina Monastery
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Get in touch with Peru’s colonial heritage during this 3-hour guided walking tour of Arequipa. Stroll the streets of the country’s second-biggest city, admiring the unique ashlar-clad (white volcanic rock) buildings of its UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center. As you wander you’ll tour the oldest neighborhood in the city, see Arequipa’s first church, play around with some llamas and alpacas and sample some potatoes, one of Peru’s most typical snacks. A guide, hotel pickup and food tasting are all included.
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$48.00
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$48.00
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11-Day Semi-Private Tour: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lake Titcaca and Colca Canyon
Experience some of the best destinations of Peru in this 11-day long tour package. Visit the Incan Empire where you and your tour guide will go through a journey to the Capital of the Incas - Cusco where you will visit its most popular archaeological sites in the city and in the Sacred Valley as well as the most spectacular sites created by the nature of Peru and the temple of the Sun "Qorikancha in Cusco". The journey will take you to the Lost City of the Incas - Machu Picchu which is one of the 7 wonder of the world. From Cusco you will travel to the biggest, deepest and highest lake in the world - Lake Titicaca where you will visit its Uros and Taquile floating Islands and see how the native people lives. From Lake Titicaca you will visit one of the deepest canyons in the world - Colca Canyon which is also the home to the majestic bird - The Condor. At last you will visit "The White City" Arequipa and the beautiful Monastery of Santa Catalina.
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$1,748.00
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$1,748.00
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21 Day Highlights Peru
Enjoy Peru’s unique natural and cultural heritage in a journey of discovery along the main highlights of the country. These are some of this tour’s highlights:
Highlights
- Historical city: visit all the ‘must-sees’ of Lima
- Colca Canyon: spot condors in the Colca Canyon
- Communities: explore Lake Titicaca’s stunning landscapes and traditional communities
- Peru’s crown jewel: wander in Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas before your visit to the beautiful citadel of Machu Picchu
- History: with over 5,000 years of history in Peru, the Inca Empire is just the tip of the iceberg! Discover the pre-Inca archaeological treasures lying in the desert and its coastal valleys.
- Cloud forest: discover the flora and fauna of the relatively unexplored cloud forest region.
- Unusual Inca sites: visit Moray, one of the most unusual Inca sites consisting of circular terraces built upon a natural depression.
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$6,070.49
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City tour & Countryside Tour Bus
The City & Countryside Tour is an experience to explore the buildings, places and the characteristic landscape of the City of Arequipa from a panoramic bus. Which moves around the city making specific stops to see squares, viewpoints and to admire the landscape route of "La Campiña", under the assistance of a professional guide during the tour.
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$27.25
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City Tour, Santa Catalina in Arequipa + Lunch
Enjoy with family and friends our beautiful white city, Arequipa.
Tour the amazing Monastery of Santa Catalina, a place full of culture and history. The intrusive cells, the small streets, cloisters full of colorful flowers and the walls painted in fresh dyes.
We will visit the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful in Peru, the Jesuit Church of the Company, which on its beautiful facade announces the so-called mestizo architecture, its cloisters and dome.
You will also visit other charming places like Casona Tristan del Pozo, Plaza San Francisco that surround the cataloged as Rome of America. Arequipa, white city known in part for its architecture of Sillar, white volcanic stone.
Do not miss the history of Arequipa without visiting the main architecture of the historic center of the city.
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$82.06
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Afternoon: Arequipa Panoramic bus with entrances
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If you’re visiting Arequipa for the first time, orient yourself in the historic city with ease during a tour by panoramic bus. You’ll skip the hassle of navigation as a driver transports you between landmarks and will enjoy unobstructed views from the top deck of the bus. Plus, the short duration of this tour makes it ideal for travelers on a time budget, while included admission tickets make this the obvious choice for visitors on a budget.
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$39.00
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$39.00

Living Peru: Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu
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Explore Peru and know its heritage, fauna and inhabitants during 10 dreamy days of crossing the country. This unforgettable circuit from and to Lima visits beautiful colonial cities, archaeological sites left by ancient civilizations and some of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet. Admire the condor of the Colca Valley and the native camelids of the Andes. Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas, observe how the past lives on the islands of Lake Titicaca and ascend Machu Picchu, the 'lost city of the Incas.
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$1,543.20
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$1,543.20
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City Tour of Arequipa
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Explore the rich history and colonial architecture of Arequipa and its surrounding districts during this 4-hour city sightseeing tour. Get a first-hand look at Peru’s charming ‘White City’ as you tour the Cayma and Añashuayco areas, wander through the Antiquilla market, see Arequipa’s 'Plaza de Armas,' and much more.
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$54.40
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2 day trek including transfer to Puno / Colca Canyon
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Come and enjoy an impressive 2 day trek through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Our guide will show you all the beauties of the valley such as huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads and follow our route to Cabanaconde from where our adventure begins. The second day after the Hot Springs we take you by bus straight to Puno and drop you off in your hotel if it's in the center of the city. Do not miss it and book now. It will be an unforgettable experience!
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$112.83
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$112.83
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Walking Tour Arequipa
The Walking City Tour, or pedestrian tour, is an experience to explore the emblematic places of the city of Arequipa on foot. Given the opportunity to know the origins of the so-called "White City" through the historical, artistic and cultural richness of its buildings
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$39.24
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8-Day Tour Peru in Private
Travel the width and breadth of Peru with ease and efficiency on an 8 - Day tour with this completely private and customizable Machu Picchu Luxury Travel Tour from Arequipa, Mysterious Peru will amaze you visiting AREQUIPA, PUNO, CUSCO AND MACHUPICCHU. Ideal for first-time visitors.
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$2,178.21
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$2,178.21
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4 days tour to Arequipa and Colca Canyon
Explore Arequipa, the second largest city in Peru, during an awe-inspiring four-day tour. Visit its colonial-style downtown, admire its beautiful churches and catch a glimpse of the pampas outside the city, enjoying the spectacular scenery. Let the graceful flight of the condor entertain you in the Colca Valley and admire the native camelids of the Andes. Join this interesting tour and catch sight of the beautiful nature and interesting Peruvian culture.
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$469.32
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$469.32
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City Tour in Arequipa
See Arequipa through a local lens on this Arequipa sightseeing tour. Along with a guide, head to top sites such as the Cathedral of Arequipa, Monastery of Santa Catalina, and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries. Not only is this tour a great introduction to the city for first-time visitors, but it's also a chance to chat with a local guide about everyday life in the beautiful colonial city.
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$75.00
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$75.00

Private Walking Tour Arequipa
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This Walking Tour in Arequipa is an entertaining walk that takes place in the most beautiful city of Peru. On this tour you will learn about pre- inca and colonial history, San Agustin University, Tambo el Matadero, El Solar Neighborhood, Alpaca World, Yanahuara district, Volcanoes, etc. Come with us and enjoy the white city!
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$25.65
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$25.65
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