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Arequipa City Tour + Santa Catalina Monastery

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Vista aérea de la Plaza de Armas, la catedral y el volcán Misti en Arequipa

Volcán Misti detrás de una torre colonial en la ciudad de Arequipa

Historic Arequipa and Santa Catalina in one experience

Discover the essence of Peru’s White City on a guided walk through its squares, churches and volcanic-stone architecture. Explore the historic center while learning how colonial history and local traditions shaped Arequipa’s identity.

The experience continues inside Santa Catalina Monastery, a 16th-century walled complex of lanes, cloisters, courtyards and former living quarters. It is an ideal introduction for first-time visitors who want meaningful historical context.

Historic Arequipa and Santa Catalina in one experience

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Admission: the Santa Catalina Monastery ticket is paid separately.

Start: selected central hotel or agreed meeting point

End: Arequipa historic center

Duration: approximately 4 hours

Difficulty: easy; mainly a walking tour

Altitude: approximately 2,335 m / 7,661 ft

Service: shared

Group: subject to availability

Languages: Spanish and English, depending on departure

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This is a cultural walking tour. The visiting order may change because of traffic, religious celebrations, maintenance or site regulations.

Admission: the Santa Catalina Monastery ticket is paid separately.

Opening times: the visit is scheduled within the monastery’s current hours.

Mobility: expect cobbled lanes, steps and uneven surfaces.

Confirmation: your departure time and meeting point are sent before the tour.

Passport or identity document
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Water in a reusable bottle
Light jacket for temperature changes
Cash or card for tickets and personal expenses

Is Santa Catalina admission included?

No. The entrance ticket is purchased separately at the current official rate.

Is the entire tour on foot?

Most of the experience is a walking tour through the historic center. The exact start arrangement depends on your accommodation.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. Please consider the duration and bring water and comfortable footwear.

Do we enter the Cathedral and Church of the Company?

Interior access depends on worship schedules, events and each site’s opening status. When entry is not possible, the guide explains the monument from outside.

What happens if a monument is closed?

The guide will adjust the order or offer an alternative explanation within the historic center.

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Lucia Huaman Pantia

a month ago

The Rainbow Mountain tour exceeded all of our expectations! The entire trip was well organized, with comfortable transportation, a delicious breakfast and lunch, and a friendly, professional guide who made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. The views along the hike were incredible, and reaching the top to see Rainbow Mountain was absolutely worth it. Our guide gave us plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and learn about the local culture and the surrounding Andes. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cusco. Everything was handled perfectly, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Peru. Thank you for such an unforgettable adventure!

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Adrian Garcia

a year ago

Terrible service. We booked a bus with them, but they never came to pick us up at the hotel. They didn't answer any of our calls or messages, and of course, they didn't refund our money. I strongly advise against using this agency.

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Arequipa City Tour itinerary

Arequipa historic center – Santa Catalina Monastery

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Meeting and introduction

Stop: 15 min

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Main Square and Cathedral

Stop: 40 min

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Church of the Company and colonial streets

Stop: 45 min

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Santa Catalina Monastery

Stop: 2 h

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End of the tour

Stop: 20 min

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End

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Arequipa City Tour + Santa Catalina Monastery

Historic Arequipa and Santa Catalina in one experience

Important information

Included / Not included

Included

Not included

What to bring

Considerations

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Catalina admission included?

Is the entire tour on foot?

Can children join the tour?

Do we enter the Cathedral and Church of the Company?

What happens if a monument is closed?

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Arequipa City Tour itinerary

Arequipa historic center – Santa Catalina Monastery

Meeting and introduction

Main Square and Cathedral

Church of the Company and colonial streets

Santa Catalina Monastery

End of the tour

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Arequipa City Tour + Santa Catalina Monastery

Historic Arequipa and Santa Catalina in one experience

Important information

Included / Not included

Included

Not included

What to bring

Considerations

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Catalina admission included?

Is the entire tour on foot?

Can children join the tour?

Do we enter the Cathedral and Church of the Company?

What happens if a monument is closed?

Reviews

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Arequipa City Tour itinerary

Arequipa historic center – Santa Catalina Monastery

Meeting and introduction

Main Square and Cathedral

Church of the Company and colonial streets

Santa Catalina Monastery

End of the tour