Arequipa...the white city
Arequipa is a delightful Colonial City, situated at the foot of El Misti Volcano, a snow-capped perfect cone of 5,822 metres. Known as the White City, Arequipa is teemed with fine Spanish buildings and wonderful natural landscape. At the heart of the City, tourists may visit the magnificent Santa Catalina Monastery, the most remarkable sight in Arequipa, with numerous passageways and intricate architecture. At the Museum of Santuarios Andinos you may meet Juanita The Ice Girl, a well preserve mummy, found high into the Andean glaciers. Its Plaza de Armas is one of the most beautiful of Peru, beautifully laid-out with palm trees and gardens, surrounded by arcaded buildings in colonial style, including the gorgeous Cathedral.
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City Tour OF arequipa
Description:
Our City Tour in Arequipa begins with the collection of our customers at their hotels. Afterwards we will start our tour by bus visiting the most important tourist attractions in the white city of Arequipa. Our first stops will take place at one of the most remarkable buildings of Arequipa, the Santa Catalina Monastery, a wonderful and mysterious place that housed the nuns of Arequipa for over four centuries. Later on we will drive around the main square of Arequipa, a nice spot surrounded by colonial arches. We will visit the magnificent Cathedral of Arequipa, to which we will enter with our local guide who will show us its fabulous colonial art, as well as its imposing construction. Afterwards we will visit one of the largest Alpaca Workshop of the city, where we will see the four South American camels, such as the alpaca, llama, vicuñas and guanaco, gorgeous camels that have one of the finest fibers in the world. Finally we will drive to the district of Yanahuara, where we will visit the famous Mirador of Yanahuara, a great lookout point from where it is possible to see the city of Arequipa with the volcanoes Misti, Chachani and Picchu in the background.
End of our service.
Included:
- Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa.
- Tourist transportation.
- Entrance fees.
- English speaking guide.
- Drop off at your hotel at the end of the tour.
No included:
- Extras.
- Gratuities.
Duration: 3 hours.
Daily departures: 09:00 h. & 14:30 h.
Price: Available upon request. Send us an e-mail to info@mysteryperu.com and we will reply as soon as possible or within 24 hours at the most.
You need to bring:
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On this tour you must bring warm clothing, as the weather in Arequipa used to be very cold, especially in winter time (from June to September) when temperatures drop fast in the afternoon and nights are very cold.
Additional information:
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All your personal information is required at the moment of your booking.
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Confirmation of the excursion will be received at time of booking.
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All tours are operated in English unless otherwise stated.
Travel voucher:
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You will receive an electronic voucher via e-mail once your booking is confirmed.
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For every confirmed booking you will be required to print your electronic voucher for presentation at the moment we start the excursion. The electronic voucher acts as a confirmation for all the services you have requested.
Local Operator Information:
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We will send you complete operator information, including phone numbers at your destination.
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Our Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Accommodation in Arequipa:
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In order to meet you easily in the city of Arequipa, we might book also a hotel or hostel for you depending on your budget and preferences. We have especial deals with hotels and hostels in Arequipa. Do not hesitate to contact us.
Tour around the countryside of arequipa
Description:
This interesting tour known as Arequipa Campiña, takes place at the historical monuments and natural lookout points most beautiful of Arequipa. Our excursion starts with the collection of our customers at their hotels, and then we start to drive our private vehicle towards the countryside. Our first stop will take place the great Lookout Point of Sachaca, which offers fine views of the white city and its volcanoes. Afterwards we will visit the Founder's Mansion of Arequipa, a nice building where long ago lived the Spanish man who founded Arequipa. Finally we will drive a bit further, passing agricultural fields and ancient andean terraces, and will arrive at the Sabandia Mill, the first stone mill in Arequipa, built in 1621.
End of our service.
Included:
- Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa.
- Tourist transportation.
- Entrance fees.
- English speaking guide.
- Drop off at your hotel at the end of the tour.
No included:
- Extras & gratuities.
Duration: 3 hours.
Daily departures: 09:00 h. & 14:30 h.
Price: Available upon request. Send us an e-mail to info@mysteryperu.com and we will reply as soon as possible or within 24 hours at the most.
TREKKING TOURS IN AREQUIPA
Climbing Excursion to the Chachani Volcano Situated at 6075 metres above sea level, the Chachani Volcano is ideal for every mountain climber who wishes to be part of a moderate climbing tour and likes to be off the beaten track. Our climbing excursion to the Chachani volcano takes 2 days and involve a gently ascend toward the summit, offering along its trail gorgeous Andean sceneries. For further information about this programs please send us an e-mail. |
DOWNHILL BIKING TOURS IN AREQUIPA
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Downhill Biking Excursion on the Misti Volcano Slopes Join our biking team on this unique half day downhill adventure on the slopes of the mighty Misti Volcano. Enjoy a fantastic bike ride starting at an altitude of 3400 metres, then descend the magic slopes of the Misti Volcano through winding dirt roads, passing ancient pre-Inca terraces and small andean communities. |
Downhill Biking Tour on the Chachani Volcano Slopes Enjoy a spectacular full day downhill biking experience descending from over 4000 metres of altitude. Chachani Downhill Biking Tour is a especial program designed for all adventurer bikers who want to get off the beaten track and wish to explore new destinations in Arequipa. Our Chachani downhill experience includes fine natural views of the surrounding Andean mountains, passing amazing spots that will leave you breathless and picturesque small communities. For further information about this program please send us an e-mail. |
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RAFTING TOUR IN AREQUIPA
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Rafting Tour on the waters of the Chili River in Arequipa Be part of this great river rafting experience and take a nice ride on the waters of the Chili River. Join our team of specialist and experience gentle rafting rides with III & IV rapids. In addition you can also enjoy stunning sceneries, with some snow capped mountains in the background and on either side of the river high rocks and tall eucalyptus trees. For further information about rafting on the Chili River, please send us an e-mail. |
TOURS outside AREQUIPA
Full Day Excursion to the Colca Canyon from Arequipa This is a wonderful option to visit the famous Colca Canyon in just one day. Our full day program to the Colca Canyon allows visitors to see amazing Andean landscape as well as colourful little Andean villages. Our program includes the visit to the Cruz del Condor, a natural lookout point located at the edge of the Colca Canyon, from where it is possible to observe the mighty Andean Condor. At this lookout point visitors may also walk on their own and get impressive views of the canyon, as well as the gigantic mountains surrounding this spot. For further details click on the image. |
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Full Day Excursion to the Colca Canyon and then travel to Puno This is a program especially designed for those travellers with short time available, but wish to know and see this part of Peru. Mystery Peru offers you the perfect excursion travelling from Arequipa to the Colca Canyon on a private machine, visiting the most popular attractions on route, such as the Cruz del Condor natural lookout point, the vicuña reserve of Aguada Blanca, the town of Chivay and the hot springs of la Calera. After touring around the Colca Valley we continue our journey to the city of Puno, enjoying on the way wonderful Andean landscapes. |
Classic 2 Days Excursion to the Colca Canyon from Arequipa Mystery Peru offers you a exclusive tour to the Colca Valley on this 2 days / 1 night program that will allow you to know the best the Colca Canyon has to offer. Our program includes various stops at places of interest such as the Aguada Blanca Reserve, where you can spot andean camels, various types of birds and other andean creatures. We also stop at the lookout point of the Andes passing an altitude of 4850 metres. At the Colca Valley we will spend the night on a traditional village, visiting its hot springs and meeting its local people. On our second day we will travel along the edge of the Canyon enjoying stunning views of the Colca River and ancient terraces. Our tour will be completed with ...Click on the image to learn more. |
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2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT PROGRAM Our Colca Canyon & Trip to Puno program includes 2 days of full activities. Our journey starts in Arequipa and ends on the Altiplano lands, at the shore of the Lake Titicaca. On this especial program visitors will be able to get the most out of their visit to the Colca Canyon and also will enjoy a spectacular car ride directly from the Colca Valley to the city of Puno stopping along the way at various natural spots of interest. For further details about this program click on the image to the right. |
Colca Canyon & Trip to Puno 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS PROGRAM Our Colca Canyon & Trip to Puno program include 3 days of full activities. Our journey starts in Arequipa and ends on the Altiplano lands, at the shore of the Lake Titicaca. On this especial program visitors will be able to get the most out of their visit to the Colca Canyon and also will enjoy a spectacular bus ride directly from the Colca Valley to the city of Puno stopping along the way at various natural spots of interest as well as at the archaeological site of Sillustani, where are situated ancient burial towers, built by pre-Inca cultures. For further details about this program click on the image to the left. |
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