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Monastery of Santa Catalina, Historic center and viewpoints of Arequipa.

5.0 (4 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Monastery of Santa Catalina, Historic center and viewpoints of Arequipa.

About this activity

With this tour we will be able to know both the history of Arequipa from its beginnings, the constructions of the Historic center of Arequipa, Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the surrounding viewpoints as well as one of the most representative centers such as the Monastery of Santa Catalina, come and know this tour on foot walking and enjoying the city as well as by car to get to know the closest viewpoints of the city with beautiful landscapes and beautiful archeology stories. This tour is offered privately and is guided on board in your preferred language so you have a full day knowing a lot about the history of Arequipa.

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At a glance

Duration
3–4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English, French, Spanish
Operated by
phaway viajes peru

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private tourist transport
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Revenue to all places of visit

Not included

  • Not included: Food and extra expenses.

Itinerary

  1. Monasterio de Santa Catalina

    one hour Admission included

    You will know this construction dating from the 16th century, where you can relive much of the spiritual and social life of colonial Arequipa. Beautiful buildings, beautiful roads, special courtyards where you can still feel the presence of the nuns in those times, will recreate much of the history of Arequipa around.

  2. Plaza de Armas

    20 min

    You will know the beauty of the main Cathedral, its facade, as well as the central pool, every detail with a unique history, as well as tour the portals that surround the city of Arequipa.

  3. Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition Gallery)

    20 min

    Casa Tristán del Pozo is a large house located in Arequipa, Peru. For many architecture scholars, the pediment of its facade is the best example of Arequipa's typical ornamentation.

  4. Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus

    20 min

    A beautiful construction of the Baroque style, where you can find great art exhibits dating from the time of the Spanish Colony in Peru, precisely these artistic currents passed through Arequipa and left their mark.

  5. Yanahuara

    20 min

    Tourist viewpoint 20 minutes from the city center, from here you can appreciate the rest of the city, the beauty of the volcanoes and much of the Arequipa architecture that is maintained here by these places.

  6. Mirador Carmen Alto

    20 min Admission included

    A viewpoint with a beautiful landscape where you can contemplate the Andeneria of Arequipa and the beauty of the volcanoes that surround the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • At the door of the main Cathedral of the city.

End point

  • At the door of the main Cathedral of the city.

Using your ticket

Please contact the operator to emails or phones by whatsapp: +51954708734 as it is added. This is to coordinate the meeting point schedule and other details at the time of the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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