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Top 10 Private Tours in Arequipa, Arequipa Region
In Peru's second-most populous city, aka "The White City," stunning colonial buildings made of pearly sillar stone vie for attention with the surrounding volcanoes and snow-capped peaks of the western Andes. Founded in 1540, it's a smorgasbord of mansions and museums. The top attraction, 215,000-square-foot Santa Catalina Monastery, is like its own city within a city, complete with fountains and cobblestone streets. Arequipa is the favorite base for visiting Colca Canyon and its massive condors.
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1. Private Arequipa Walking City Tour with Juanita Museum - All Included
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the beautiful "White City" Arequipa on a 3 hour guided private walking tour where you will experience and learn about its amazing architecture, history, its main square, most beautiful church, the Tristan del Pozo mansion, the colorful Monasterio of Santa Catalina where its nuns are living inside and the very interesting Andean Santuarios museum where the Juanita Mummy can be found among many others.
Inclusions: Private bilingual tour guide, All entrance fees
Exclusions: Tips
Reviewed By FL_Jane
We had a great trip to Machu Picchu booked with Cusco Unique Experience. It was a private tour, which I highly recommend for this important site. Karina and Brian worked with us to plan the perfect trip for us. They are flexible and will plan the trip that you want. Prior to the trip they sent the itinerary so we knew what we were going to do. We were met at the airport, even though out flight was very late, and driven to our hotel in the sacred valley that used to be a hacienda. Our guide for the sacred valley and Cusco was Rina, and we felt we saw and learned so much about the Incas. Our guide for Machu Picchu was Alex. He met with us the night before we were going to Machu to tell us what to bring, what not to bring, and what to expect. He met us at our hotel on Machu Picchu morning to walk to the bus with us. He explained so much about the Incas and Machu Pichu. He helped us with our photos and suggested good places to take photos. It was so great to have a private tour. We spent two more days touring with Rina ending in Cusco. We were offered one more activity to end our tour and we chose a cooking class. That was a riot because the chef spoke Spanish but the restaurant provided a someone to translate for us. The food was delicious. Our driver picked us up at 4:30AM for our vert early flight to Santiago, Chile. Overall, it was a wonderful trip. We loved Peru and we were totally satisfied with Cusco Unique Experience.
2. Valle De Los Volcanes (valley Of Volcanos) - 4 Days
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
On this off the beaten path tour of Southern Peru journey from Arequipa along the Andes Mountains to the best kept secret in the other side of the Colca Canyon: Valle de los Volcanes. At Valle de los Volcanes, visit the quaint village of Andagua and stay in a local guesthouse to experience the REAL Peru with a local family and exploring the unbelievable landscape including 86 extinct volcanoes of all sizes. Hike to an awe-inspiring, secret waterfall and an ancient city of stone. Learn about Inca agricultural practices by hiking to the “twin” volcanoes past the vast, lush fields still in use today. Finally, visit the oasis known as Laguna Mamacocha with its elusive otter and pristine views.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Bottled water, Breakfast, Dinner, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only), Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By kelinclauss82
We had a spare day in Arequipa and were looking for something to do. While not cheap, a day trip into this reserve is like a trip into Mars because of the colored mountains, arid deserts and the salt flats we didn't image existed here (we had already been to the ones in Bolivia). While not as impressive as their counterparts in Uyuni, the salt flats here are mesmerizing. Plenty of hiking and wildlife during the day. The team at Inca made it more than worth it with great lunch and our driver Ben. Would do again if I had a free day here.
3. 10-Day Private Guided Excursion in Peru Exploring the Inca Culture
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Get off the beaten path in the highlands of Peru and discover stunning mountain scenery and remote cities few tourists visit. passing through Arequipa the "white city" the magic of the Colca Cañon and the beaufitul Chivay town. getting really connected with the culture and history. Getting to Llachon in Titikaka - lake and have a complete unique experience with the local homesstay. enjoy the magic of the lake and incomparable Uros Island. gettin to Cusco is half the adventure and exploring the land of the Inca and its best Machupicchu – travel by a private transport and Professional Tourism Guide to increase the very ancient knowledge of this civilization.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private tour, Proffesional Tourism Guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: international flights comming / outgoing of Peru, Gratuities
Reviewed By Valerie D
After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!
4. COLCA 2dias PUNO - COMFORT
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Travelers must be accompanied by a guide because they will have additional information as they are knowledgeable about the area and also because the law says so.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Official guide
Exclusions: Hotels, Food, income
5. Salinas lake (national reserve Salinas y Aguada Blanca) Private Tour
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
The landscape, the flora and fauna is wonderful; but accompanied by a qualified guide, who knows the area and explains the secrets of this place, makes this experience unforgettable.
Inclusions: box lunch included, Private transportation
Exclusions: Bikes
Reviewed By azumaetam
The service that Julio gave us was outstanding: knowledgeable, flexible to accommodate our requests, tailored the trip to our group and on-time. His English was very good. We visited the city of Arequipa and Colca Valley, and our trip was a mix between thrill seeking activities, site seeing and history. Overall I highly recommend his services. A++
6. trekking 3 days huaruro route
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour will allow you to know the most beautiful places in the Colca Canyon, such as the Cruz del Condor, Llahuar, the Huaruro Waterfall and the Sanchez Oasis. To make this tour normally requires 4 days, we are organizing it in three days, so that more travelers can enjoy it since we know that many do not have many days. so that it is not so demanded, the first day we will help ourselves with a mobility of cabanaconde to the town of Belen, which will save us 5 hours of walking, this makes us able to make this route that normally does in 4 days, In three beautiful days full of adventures. This tour is special and highly recommended by our company.
Inclusions: It includes 3 breakfasts. first breakfast in chivay, second breakfast in fure, third breakfast in cabanaconde, 3 lunches first lunch in llahuar, second lunch in sangalle, third lunch in chivay., Two dinners first dinner in fure, second dinner in sangalle., round trip transportation: one way (arequipa - cabanaconde - llahuar) and return cabanaconde - arequipa, lodging: first night in the town of fure, second night in the oasis of sangalle, guide. English and Spanish
Exclusions: tourist ticket, mandatory payment of admission to the Colca Canyon. latino 40.0, foreigner 70.0 soles, hot springs of the last day, is optional, price 15.00 soles, snack and drinks
Reviewed By kp327
Beautiful views during both days. We were lucky to enjoy the mountains in their full green glory during the summer rainy season without any rain. The hike, especially on its second day with a brutal uphill, is challenging, hence not recommended if you are completely out of shape or have issues with your knees. The accommodation for our overnight stay is pretty and the pool came as a nice surprise after a long hike in the first day. Our guide was Rafael. Very knowledgeable, friendly, professional, punctual and funny. 5 stars for Rafael.
7. Monastery of Santa Catalina, Historic center and viewpoints of Arequipa.
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Private tourist transport, Professional guide, Revenue to all places of visit
Exclusions: Food and extra expenses.
8. Private Trekking to the Colca Canyon
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Colca Canyon is famously considered one of the deepest in the world and home to the most amazing samples of flora and fauna. This canyon is 4160 meters deep and is excellent for any trekking lover. We love to show the beauties of our country and that is why our guide will be focused solely on ensuring that your experience is the best from start to finish.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, First aid kit, Blankets for the cold, 01 night accommodation in Sangalle, Shared mobility until the start of the trek, Bilingual guide in private service
Exclusions: BTC - Tourist entrance ticket to Colca, Entrance ticket to La Calera thermal baths, Personal gear
Reviewed By LisaHiHo
This day trip ist perfect to get out of the city for a while. It's just about an hours ride outside of Arequipa. We visited Yura Viejo first which ist very small but in a beautiful sourrounding. Then went on a hike through a small canyon to a waterfall. You have to wade through the water quite a bit which was a lot of fun for our six year old. He did not even ask once 'are we there yet' ;-) The waterfall is beautiful as is the landscape. Our guide was great and our driver very relaxed, too. The termal baths are ok, maybe not a must-do, but our son loved the warm water. Overall a great Tour.
9. Colca Canyon Trek 2D / 1N
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4.9 based on 24 reviews
We offer a personalized service, so that our client gets the best travel experience. We have a team of professionals who strive every day to make our service quality.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions:
Reviewed By V1920VJsarahh
My friend and I truely enjoyed the 2day and 1 night hiking tour of the Colca Caynon.. It was one of the highlights of my travels in South America..To add to the stunning surroundings, views and atmosphere..We had a lovely group of people and a great tour guide Juanito! I would highly recommend it..
10. Salinas Salt Lagoon Private tour - Day Trip from Arequipa
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy aerial views of the Salinas Lake located in the Arequipa region within the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reservation. Take in the stunning landscapes and venture out on a 3-hour hike on this small-group, full-day guided tour. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, private transport, bottled water and snacks. There is a minimum of 2 people per booking.
Inclusions: Private transport, Snacks, Bottled water, Hotel pickup/drop-off, 3 Hours Hiking in the area, Specialist guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks (unless specified), Gratuities
Reviewed By Yvonne28F
This was a no go! Way too far in a crappy bus for only two viewpoints. The tourguide spoke mostly Spanish so half of the time we had no clue what was going on. We had to pay €25 pp to get into Chivay and lunch was not cheap either. Someone had to throw up in the van and we also felt sick ourselves. Not worth it.
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