Half-Day Arequipa Private City Tour Including Santa Catalina Monastery

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Arequipa Cathedral — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Arequipa Main Square — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The route begins in Arequipa´s Main Square, one of the most beautiful squares in Peru. Facing this square is the imposing Cathedral, built in the 17th century. From there, continue to the Monastery of Santa Catalina, a cloister and small religious citadel built in 1579, still in use to this date. Then, visit the Church of the Compañia de Jesus (1590). Considered a classic example of local baroque architecture, it houses an exceptional collection of paintings and murals. Lastly, visit the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto for a panoramic view of the Arequipa countryside. At the end, take a transfer back to the hotel.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: LimaTours

Ages: Children (5–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Admission to Santa Catalina Monastery
Included: Pick-up and drop-off
Included: Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English).

Not included

Not included: Food and beverages.
Not included: Photos.
Not included: Personal expenses.
Not included: Gratuities.

Itinerary

Mirador Carmen Alto

20 min

It is located 6 km from the center of Arequipa. From this place you can enjoy a great view of the Chili river valley and the volcanoes that surround the city.
Yanahuara

20 min

Yanahuara is declared "Villa Hermosa de Yanahuara" on November 8, 1870. It is one of the oldest districts created in Arequipa whose main square is surrounded by churches, traditional shops and its famous viewpoint.
Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus

20 min Admission included

The Church of the Company is a World Heritage Site. Its construction began in 1590 and lasted more than a century.
Monasterio de Santa Catalina

one hour Admission included

The citadel occupies a land of 20,000 square meters and is isolated from the city, despite being located in the heart of it. The material used for its construction was ashlar, coming from the volcanoes that surround the city.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

El Portal de San Lazaro
Casona Plaza Hotel AQP
Hotel Conde De Lemos Arequipa
Inti Punku Lodge Hostal
Hotel Asturias Gold
Hotel Yaravi
Bella AQP
Hotel Maison du Soleil
San Francisco Inn
Mistica Boutique Hotel
SOL-AQP
Sol De Arequipa

and 61 more pickup points

Pick-up from hotels located at Arequipa Historic Center.
This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If you stay in them, please contact us days prior to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.

Using your ticket

After your booking, it is mandatory to send to [email protected]: hotel name and address for pickup.
For taxes purposes, it is important to send passengers passports copies to [email protected]
This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If passengers stay in them, please contact us days prior the start of the tour, in order to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.
Once you have arrived in Peru, if you have inquiries about your services (start times, pick-up points and others), incident reports (health problems and others), flight problems (delays or cancellations), contact us by our mobile emergency number and Whatsapp: (51) 923482819, or send an email to [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying in order to coordinate your pick up.
Dress code for visiting churches: pants, long shorts, or skirts that cover the knees; otherwise, entry will not be permitted.