Arequipa

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Arequipa is the colonial capital of the Arequipa region in Peru. It is surrounded by three volcanoes and features Baroque buildings constructed from sillar, a white volcanic stone. In its historic center, you will find the Plaza de Armas, an impressive main square. To its north stands the 17th-century neoclassical Basilica Cathedral, which houses a museum displaying artwork and religious artifacts.

03 Days / 02 Nights

Arequipa is the colonial capital of the Arequipa region in Peru. It is surrounded by three volcanoes and features Baroque buildings constructed from sillar, a white volcanic stone. In its historic center, you will find the Plaza de Armas, an impressive main square. To its north stands the 17th-century neoclassical Basilica Cathedral, which houses a museum displaying artwork and religious artifacts.

Includes:

Airport – hotel – airport transfers.
02 nights of accommodation at the hotel with breakfast.
Sillar Route Tour.
Use of hotel facilities.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Arequipa
Arrival at Arequipa airport and transfer to the selected hotel.
Meals: Not included

Day 2: Arequipa – Sillar Route Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
Between 08:00 and 08:30 a.m., pick-up from centrally located hotels to begin our tour exploring the quarries where sillar originates.
Our first stop is the Añashuayco Quarry, located approximately 45 minutes from the city. This quarry is still in operation, and visitors will have the opportunity to see stonemasons at work. Here, you’ll learn about the history of sillar, its extraction process, and how it has been used throughout history. You’ll also see a detailed carving of the Church of the Society of Jesus, made by the artisans themselves.
Next, we’ll continue to the Culebrillas Ravine, about 30 minutes away. Upon arrival, we’ll take a 20-minute walk through a narrow canyon shaped by water over time. At the end of the path, we’ll find ancient petroglyphs left by the Wari culture. Return to the city.
1:00 p.m.: Arrival at the Arequipa city center (tourist stop).
Meals: Breakfast
Additional information: Tour duration approximately 4 hours

Day 3: Departure from Arequipa
Breakfast at the hotel.
At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast.

Notes:

Prices per person.
The program operates with a minimum of 02 passengers.
Valid for purchase until June 27, 2025.
Valid for travel from April 1 to June 30, 2025.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice and depend on availability. Limited stock.
Exchange rate: 3.90.