7-day Classic Arequipa Tour Package

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~~$1127~~

$1074

7-day Classic Arequipa Tour Package

7 Days Starting and ending in Arequipa, Peru

Visiting: Arequipa, Colca Canyon

Tour operator:

Tangol Tours

Tour code:

600

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

0-99

Tour operated in:

English , French

Interests:

Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $1127 $1074 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$54

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 7-day journey through the enchanting city of Arequipa, Peru, with our Classic Arequipa Tour Package. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of the "White City" with professional guides, as you explore iconic sites like the Santa Catalina Convent and the Arequipa Cathedral. Venture into the breathtaking Colca Canyon, one of the world's deepest canyons, and witness the majestic condors soaring above. Experience the unique Sillar Route, marveling at the pink-hued quarries and ancient petroglyphs. Enjoy private tours of the picturesque countryside, the historic Founder's Mansion, and the charming Sabandía Mill. Stay in centrally located 3-star accommodations, with breakfast included, and enjoy private transfers for a seamless travel experience. This cultural tour is perfect for singles seeking an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Peru.

Highlights

7-day tour in the white city of Arequipa
Explore one of the deepest canyons in the world, the Colca Canyon
Admire the amazing Condor in its natural habitat at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint
Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, a medieval cloister in Arequipa
Discover the Sillar Route and the Añasquayco Quarries
Experience the vibrant colors of the Chilina Valley and the views of the Misti volcano
Visit the traditional village of Yanque and the Antahuilque viewpoint with ancient terraces

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Arequipa

Location: Arequipa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We will pick you up from the airport or bus terminal and transfer you to your accommodation in the city center. The rest of the day is free, and you will stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 : City Tour And Santa Catalina Convent

Location: Arequipa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. The tour begins with pick-up from your hotel in the historic center of Arequipa to start an incredible excursion through one of the most beautiful and touristic cities in Peru. This tour is quite interesting and the order of visits may vary.

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.

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.

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.

You will visit the main square of the Cayma district and the Church of San Miguel Arcángel de Cayma located in the same place. The parish church has a collection of paintings by an anonymous artist reflecting the miracles of the Virgin.

After this incredible experience visiting Arequipa and Santa Catalina, we will return you to the hotel.

The rest of the afternoon is free, and you will stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 : Classic Colca Canyon In 2 Days

Location: Colca Canyon

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our adventure begins in the morning in the city of Arequipa, as we embark on an exciting 160 km journey to the city of Chivay. Along the way, we will pass through the charming village of Yura, whose streets and squares have been declared historical monuments. We will continue our journey through Pampa de Arrieros and Pampa Cañahuas, home to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve in the Colca Canyon, where majestic vicuñas roam freely. You`ll have the chance to marvel at the beauty of these creatures while we admire this incredible landscape. 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. You`ll also have the opportunity to admire beautiful birds, such as flamingos, during our short stop at the Tocra wetlands. We`ll follow the route passing by the crater of the Chucura volcano, and we`ll stop at a fantastic viewpoint of the volcanoes. We`ll 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. 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.

Day 4 : Colca Canyon And Return To Arequipa

Location: Colca Canyon

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast. 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. 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. 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. We will return to Chivay for lunch (optional). Finally, we will return to the city of Arequipa and transfer you to your hotel, closing an unforgettable experience in the Colca Valley.

Day 5 : Sillar Route

Location: Arequipa

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel to start a very special tour: The Sillar Route. We will head towards the Cerro Colorado district until we reach the Añashuayco Quarries located at the foot of the Chachani Volcano, adjacent to the Chili River. This place boasts a wonderful natural and cultural landscape. We will walk through the area of the master cutters and appreciate handmade artworks such as facades and colonial carvings. We will admire the Pink Sillar, an area of the quarries that reflects an intense pink color in the sunlight due to the combination of sillar with sand and rocks. We will also visit the artisan workshops to learn about the work done with sillar and see how they craft it with ancestral tools. You will have the opportunity to buy crafts (optional). 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.

Day 6 : Private Tour To The Countryside, Founder’S Mansion, Sabandía Mill

Location: Arequipa

Accommodation: Hotel

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. 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. 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.

Day 7 : Departure From Arequipa

Location: Arequipa

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. We will pick you up and transfer you to the bus terminal or airport.

What's Included

Private Transfers

Private arrival and departure transfers in the city of Arequipa are included.
Private Excursions

Private excursions for the Sillar Route, Countryside, Sabandía Mill, and Founder's Mansion are included.
Shared Excursions

Excursions with shared services: City Tour and Convent of Santa Catalina, two-day Colca tour are included.
Guided Tours

Guided tours in Spanish and English are included.
Meals

Food as indicated by the program is included.
Accommodation

Accommodation in 3-star hotels, standard rooms, with breakfast included is provided.
Entrance Tickets

Entrance tickets are included.

What's Not Included

Unspecified Meals and Drinks

Food and drinks not mentioned in the program are not included.
Unspecified Excursions

Excursions not mentioned in the program are not included.
Gratuities

Gratuities are not included.
Flights

Local and international flights are not included.
Bus Tickets

Bus tickets to and from Arequipa are not included.
La Calera Hot Springs

Entrance fee to La Calera hot springs is not included.

Accommodation

Centrally located 3-star hotel in the city of Arequipa and Chivay, offering standard rooms with breakfast included for a comfortable stay.

Mode of Transport

Private arrival and departure transfers in Arequipa, with private excursions for select tours and shared services for city and Colca tours.

Check out our Q&As

What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour provides accommodation in centrally located 3-star hotels in the city of Arequipa and Chivay, with standard rooms and breakfast included.
Are there any private transfers included in the tour?

Yes, private arrival and departure transfers in the city of Arequipa are included in the tour.
What languages are the guided tours conducted in?

The guided tours are conducted in Spanish and English.
Is the entrance fee to La Calera hot springs included in the tour?

No, the entrance fee to La Calera hot springs is not included in the tour.
Will there be opportunities to see local wildlife during the tour?

Yes, during the tour, you will have the chance to see majestic vicuñas in the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve and possibly observe condors at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint in the Colca Canyon.

What is the Sillar Route tour about?

The Sillar Route tour takes you to the Añasquayco Quarries at the foot of the Chachani Volcano, where you can see handmade artworks and learn about the work done with sillar, a volcanic stone used in local architecture. The tour also includes a visit to the Culebrillas Quarry to see petroglyphs from the Wari culture.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Please let us know as soon as you are aware you need to make changes and we can check on what is possible for you.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Please contact us for our latest COVID-19 poilcies.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

We provide services to customers from multiple countries around the world.

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14-Jun-2024

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24-Feb-2024

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That was very nice! The...

01-Mar-2024

That was very nice! The operator was super fast and friendly. I confused dates and booked my trip at a wrong date, but I was informed immediately and my booking details were adjusted. The guide was also nice, spoke very clear, gave valuable information regarding the places we visited. Thank you!

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The show was unexpectedly good...

05-Jan-2025

The show was unexpectedly good . The different category of show was terrific . We didn’t get the dinner package because I saw some bad review . But I did a la carte and food was good . The show was fantastic variety and I really really really enjoyed it .

Frank Candia (Google Reviewer)

Do not use this company....

23-Dec-2023

Do not use this company. On December 19, 2023, my parents went on the Iguazu Falls tour from Foz do Iguacu, Brazil, using this company. The driver they sent scammed my elderly parents, along with many others in the bus, out of an additional $10 USD per person by making them wait in the vehicle while he went to buy the park tickets. He stripped them of the opportunity to go buy the tickets themselves. This scam involved forcing my parents, along with others in the bus, to pay cash at an exchange rate of 175 Portugese Reais, which works out to approximately $35 USD for each park ticket when it should have been around $25 USD. I asked this company four times for the name and phone number of the driver but they refuse to provide the information. Furthermore, the driver then made each person pay an additional 5 Reais on the way back, claiming it was to pay for some additional fee. Lastly, this booking was done for an 8 am tour departure. The company then sent us an email stating 7:40 am pick-up, which was fine. However, the driver showed up at the hotel at 7:10 am while my mother was still eating breakfast telling her to get moving or he would leave them behind. This is the most disgusting company I have ever dealt with and even to this moment they refuse to provide the driver's information to us because are protecting his scam from the police. I petitioned Viator for a refund for at least one of the tickets but this Tangol company lied to them stating that my parents chose to do the conversion at a much higher market exchange rate with the driver. I hope others that were in the same bus come forward.

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They cancelled a tour the...

27-Dec-2023

They cancelled a tour the day before-- Pope Francis in Buenos Aires. If you offer a tour I think it is important to go and do the tour as opposed to canceling the day prior. Super frustrating. Would not book with them again.

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