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Arequipa – Arequipa Adventure and Tradition Package 5d/4n from Arequipa

5d/4n
Groups: Up to 15 people
Difficulty: 6
Available: All year
Pickup: Arequipa Airport
Min Edad: 6+

Arequipa, Peru’s second most important city, is known as “The White City” for its stunning white sillar (volcanic stone) architecture. It offers a landscape framed by three imposing volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu, creating one of the most spectacular urban landscapes in the Americas, along with an outstanding gastronomy and cultural richness. Come and discover it with us on this 5-day, 4-night itinerary.

What will you explore on this package?

Arequipa City.
City Tour: Arequipa’s Main Square (Plaza de Armas), the Church of the Society of Jesus Complex (Complejo de la Compañía de Jesús), and the Santa Catalina Monastery.
Countryside Tour: Volcanoes Viewpoint, Santa Ana Colonial Church in Maca, Yanahuara and Carmen Alto Viewpoints, Incalpaca Mini-Zoo, the Founder’s Mansion (Mansión del Fundador), and the Sabandia Mill (Molino de Sabandia).
The Sillar Route: Añashuayco Quarries and the Culebrillas Ravine Canyon.
Colca Canyon: Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint and Chacapi Thermal Baths.
Outdoor Destination: Salinas Lagoon + Lojen Thermal Baths OR Puruña Stone Forest + Pillones Waterfall.

Meeting point

Arequipa Airport.

See the route and distances here: Google Maps

Includes

Private round-trip Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers
4 nights' accommodation in a superior 3-star hotel in a standard double or twin room + breakfast.
Private City Tour in Arequipa + Santa Catalina Monastery.
Entrance Ticket to the San Ignacio Dome, Arequipa Cathedral Museum and to the Santa Catalina Monastery.
Half-day Countryside Tour in shared service.
Entrance ticket to the Carmen Alto Viewpoint, the Sabandia Mill, and the Founder's Mansion.
Half-day Sillar Route Tour + Visit to the Culebrillas Canyon in shared service.
Entrance ticket to the Añashuayco Quarry and the Virgen de Culebrillas Ravine.
Full Day Tour to the Colca Canyon + Chacapi Hot Springs.
Entrance Ticket to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve and to the Chacapi Hot Springs.
Buffet Lunch at a Local Restaurant in Chivay (Day 2).
Your choice of Outdoor Activity: Full-Day tour to Salinas Lake + Lojen Hot Springs OR Full-Day tour to Puruña Stone Forest + Pillones Waterfall.
Entry ticket to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve or Entry ticket to the Puruña Stone Forest and Pillones Waterfall, depending on your chosen outdoor activity.
Professional tour guide for cultural tours.
Tourist bus for transfers.

Not included

Airfare. We can assist you with the booking process at no additional cost.
Dinners and any other services not mentioned are not included.
Travel insurance and tips are also not included.

Price

One person traveling alone: US$ 575
Two people traveling together: US$ 425

Price per person.
Prices are not valid on holidays or long weekends.
Rates are subject to hotel availability.
If you are traveling as a group and would like to book, write to us at info@360explora.com.pe to request a quote.
REMEMBER, this itinerary is 100% customizable, meaning you can add or remove activities as needed and upgrade your hotel category.

To detail

On your arrival on day one, you will explore the historic center and the Santa Catalina Monastery (as part of the Private Walking City Tour). A mysterious citadel of colonial iron bars frozen in time; a labyrinth of cloisters where silence blends with alleys painted in intense blues and terracotta reds, revealing secrets that remained hidden behind its walls for more than four centuries.

On your second day, you will experience a journey of great contrasts. In the morning, you will tour the viewpoints and traditional districts of the beautiful Arequipa countryside to contemplate Inca terraces. Then, you will enter the heart of the Añashuayco quarries to witness the extraction of sillar (volcanic stone) and explore the mystical carved walls of the Culebrillas Ravine, a narrow volcanic stone canyon ideal for hiking and adventure.

The following day, you will travel to the imposing Colca Valley, considered one of the deepest canyons on the planet. In this Andean setting, you will have the opportunity to admire the majestic flight of the condor from its natural viewpoints and enjoy a restorative rest in the Chacapi thermal pools (Yanque Village).

To finish the adventure (day 4), you can choose your last great experience: Option 1 will take you to discover the vast salt flat of the Salinas Lake, an altiplano ecosystem perfect for spotting flamingos and wild vicuñas, and relaxing in the medicinal baths of Lojen; while Option 2 will allow you to explore the whimsical geological formations of the Puruña Stone Forest and marvel at the waterfall of the Pillones Fall. Let yourself be conquered by the magic of Arequipa’s traditional picanterías, come and discover this gem in southern Peru with us!

Location: Northeast of the city of Arequipa, Caylloma Province, Department of Arequipa, Peru.
Distance from Lima to Arequipa by plane: 1 hour and 30 minutes / By bus: 16 hours approx.
Maximum altitude in Arequipa: 4,910 meters (16,109 feet) above sea level.
Climate: Dry and sunny. Average annual temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).
IMPORTANT: Good altitude acclimatization is required.
Low season: January to March (rainy season).
High season: April to December (PeruMin Fair).

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Itinerary

Day 1AREQUIPA CITY AND PEDESTRIAN CITY TOUR + SANTA CATALINA MONASTERY

07:20: Arrival in Arequipa and transfer to the hotel (recommended time).
08:45: Pickup from your accommodation and start of the Pedestrian City Tour of Arequipa.
09:00: Visit to the Church of La Compañía Complex and its Cloisters. We will continue with a visit to the San Ignacio Dome, ending with a walk to the Arequipa Main Square.
09:40: Arrival at the Arequipa Main Square and time for taking photos. The tour will continue towards the Cathedral Basilica Museum of Arequipa.
10:10: Visit to the Cathedral Basilica Museum of Arequipa.
11:00: Next, we will visit some of the city’s ancient colonial mansions, such as the Tristán del Pozo House. Departure towards the Santa Catalina Monastery.
11:45: Start of the visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery.
12:45: End of the visit and transfer to your accommodations. Free afternoon and evening to rest.

Day 2THE SILLAR ROUTE AND CULEBRILLAS CANYON + COUNTRYSIDE TOUR.

07:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
08:40: Pick-up from your accommodation to begin the Sillar Route Tour.
08:50: Departure to the Quarries, including a guided introduction to the constructions made from volcanic stone (Sillar).
09:20: Stop at the Volcanoes Viewpoint located in the Cayma district, to appreciate Arequipa’s 3 most important volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu from the upper valley area.
09:45: Resuming the journey toward the quarries, the birthplace of the White City, to admire the immense cliffs carved by human hands.
10:10: Time to share and interact with the master quarrymen, learning about the ancestral sillar extraction technique preserved from colonial times to the present day.
11:00: Return to the vehicle to head towards the Virgen de Culebrillas Ravine for a 20-minute hike, where you will observe traditional apachetas (sacred stone mounds placed as offerings along the trails) and have the opportunity to build your own.
12:10: Departure in the vehicle to start the journey back to the city of Arequipa.
13:10: Arrival in Arequipa and free time for lunch (not included).
14:00: Meet up at the main entrance of the Arequipa Cathedral. Departure to the Yanahuara district to begin the Countryside Tour.
14:20: Arrival in the Yanahuara district to visit its church and famous arches. Departure towards the Carmen Alto Viewpoint.
15:00: Visit to the Carmen Alto Viewpoint to admire the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes from the edge of the Chili River. The tour will continue to the Incalpaca Mini-Zoo.
15:35: Entry to the Incalpaca Mini-Zoo to see the four South American camelids (llama, alpaca, vicuña, and guanaco). Departure to the Founder’s Mansion.
16:20: Arrival at the Founder’s Mansion (Mansión del Fundador) to appreciate important historical relics of the city of Arequipa. Departure towards the Sabandia Mill.
17:15: Arrival at the Sabandia Mill (Molino de Sabandia) to learn about its history and enjoy optional activities such as horseback riding, ATV tours, ziplining, and tasting traditional Arequipa cuisine.
18:15: End of the visit to the Sabandia Mill and departure back to the city of Arequipa.
19:00: Arrival in Arequipa, transfer to your accommodations, and free evening to rest.

Day 3FULL DAY COLCA CANYON, CHACAPI HOT SPRINGS, SALINAS AND AGUADA BLANCA NATIONAL RESERVE

03:00: Box breakfast to be requested at the hotel reception and pickup of passengers to start the Full Day tour.
03:15: Pickup of passengers from their accommodation to begin the Full Day tour to the Colca Canyon, heading towards the Volcanoes Viewpoint.
06:00: Brief stop at the Patapampa Viewpoint, also called the Volcanoes Viewpoint, at 4910 meters (16,109 feet) above sea level, the highest point on the route to the Colca Canyon, featuring views of the Ampato, Sabancaya, and Hualca Hualca volcanoes.
07:00: Stop for breakfast in the town of Chivay.
08:00: Departure to the town of Maca and visit to its beautiful Santa Ana Colonial Church.
09:00: Visits to the Wayra Punku and Antahuilque viewpoints, and the Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint, to appreciate the deep immensity of the Colca Canyon and, with luck, spot the flight of the majestic condor.
11:00: Brief stop at Los Tronquitos Viewpoint to taste a local fruit called Sancayo, in fresh juices or as a delicious Colca Sour.
12:00: Visit to the Chacapi Hot Springs and free time to enjoy its medicinal water pools in the town of Yanque.
13:00: Transfer to the town of Chivay for the buffet lunch.
15:00: Brief stop in Tocrapampa to observe the local flora and fauna, such as alpacas and llamas. Continuation to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve to spot vicuñas.
15:30: Departure towards the city of Arequipa.
17:30: Return to the city of Arequipa, transfer to your accommodations, and free evening to rest.

Day 4FULL-DAY OUTDOOR (SALINAS LAKE AND LOJEN HOT SPRINGS OR PURUÑA STONE FOREST AND PILLONES WATERFALL).

Activity to be carried out according to your choice (please remember to pick up the included Box Lunch breakfasts from the hotel).

OPTION 1: FULL-DAY TO SALINAS LAKE AND LOJEN HOT SPRINGS

06:00: Passenger pickup to begin the Full-Day tour.
07:10: Arrival at the traditional district of Chiguata. The experience begins at the Patapampa Viewpoint (Volcanoes Viewpoint) to appreciate Misti, Ampato, and Sabancaya at 4910 meters (16,109 feet) above sea level.
07:40: Arrival at Chiguata’s Main Square. A short City Tour will be conducted to visit the church and the Plaza de Armas.
08:00: Free time for breakfast at a local restaurant in Chiguata (not included).
08:30: Departure toward the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve.
09:00: Visit to Alto Simbral at 4,200 meters (13,779 feet) above sea level, where you can observe the local flora and fauna.
09:30: Arrival at the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve.
09:50: Visit to the Salinas Salt Flat.
10:00: Arrival at Salinas Lake, where you can take photos and observe the wildlife and vegetation of the area.
11:00: Free time to visit the Lojen Hot Springs and the Lojen mini-volcano.
12:30: Return trip to the town of Chiguata.
14:00: Arrival at the restaurant in Chiguata; free time for lunch (not included).
15:30: Return trip from Chiguata to Arequipa city.
17:00: Arrival back in Arequipa city, transfer to your accommodations, and free evening to rest.

OPTION 2: FULL-DAY TO PURUÑA STONE FOREST AND PILLONES WATERFALL

06:30: Passenger pickup to begin the Full-Day tour.
07:40: Arrival at the village of Pampa de Arrieros, known as the Ghost Town of Arequipa.
08:00: Departure toward the Pampa Blanca Viewpoint (located inside the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve).
08:15: Visit to the Pampa Blanca Viewpoint to appreciate the Misti and Chachani volcanoes, and the snow-capped Pichu Pichu.
09:00: Arrival at Patahuasi; free time for breakfast (not included), or to buy coca tea and local crafts. Brief stop at the Umaluso Tambo Cañahuas Wetland to spot llamas, vicuñas, and alpacas. Departure by private transport toward the Puruña Forest.
10:30: Arrival at the starting point of the trek to the Puruña Stone Forest, a place with bizarre rock formations and 100% natural stone columns. Free time for photos.
11:30: Return to the vehicle to head toward the Pillones Waterfall.
12:10: Arrival at the Pillones Waterfall. A 10-minute descent along the riverbank to appreciate the waterfall, its striking ice structures, and take photos.
13:00: Departure toward the Pillones Annex for lunch.
14:00: Arrival at the Pillones Annex; free time for lunch (not included).
15:30: Return trip to Arequipa city.
17:00: Arrival back in Arequipa city, transfer to your accommodations, and free evening to rest.

Day 5END OF TOURS

07:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00: Transfer from the hotel to the Arequipa Airport or bus station (recommended time). End of our services.

FAQs

What is the best time to visit Arequipa?

Arequipa can be visited all year round, but if you want to travel during the best season, we recommend going between the months of April and December. The probability of rain during these months is low, making hikes and walks much more comfortable.

What important details should I know about this package?

The tours are offered as a private service, meaning that both the transport capacity and the guiding service are solely and exclusively for the passengers booking this package, with the exception of the following tours detailed below:

– FULL-DAY TO COLCA CANYON, SALINAS LAKE, AND PURUÑA STONE FOREST + PILLONES WATERFALLS: Vehicle seats will be occupied on a first-come, first-served basis, and you must return in the same seat you used at the start of the tour. In order to comply with the itinerary, you are kindly requested to be very attentive during boarding to meet the scheduled departure and return times.

How far in advance can I make a reservation?

A minimum of 20 days before the scheduled travel date and/or subject to space availability. If you are from a neighboring country or any other part of the world, we recommend booking at least 30 days in advance, or 2 months if your arrival date falls during the high season in Arequipa.

Do I need to carry an ID document during the tours?

Yes, it is essential for all participants to carry a valid ID card (DNI), Alien Registration Card (Carnet de Extranjería), or Passport during all the tours included in the package.

Don’t forget to review our full T&Cs on our website. Terms and Conditions.

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