Colonial Arequipa with Recoleta Convent and Casa del Moral private tour

Private tour

Location: Peru

Languages spoken: English

Duration: 4 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

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Highlights

Casa del Moral
Recoleta Convent
Carmen Alto viewpoint

All about the trip

Discover colonial Arequipa on this private sightseeing tour that will introduce you to some of the city’s most important historical sites. With a knowledgeable private guide, visit several districts, including Cayma and Vallecito, and explore landmarks like the 17th-century Recoleta Convent and the colonial-era Casa del Moral. You’ll also enjoy fabulous views of Arequipa and its spectacular scenery from the Carmen Alto viewpoint.

We will begin the tour at the colonial district of Saint Lazarus where Arequipa was founded and then continue to Grau Bridge to reach Carmen Alto district with its beautiful landscape and farming terraces. We will visit the Church of the Candelaria Virgin that dates back to the 17th century in the Cayman district, famous for its typical restaurants and food. We will also visit the Recoleta Convent founded in 1648. Continuing our tour to Vallecito, a residential neighborhood, we will be able to appreciate the Iron Bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel, and end up in the city center to appreciate the beautiful colonial houses, such as the Moral and Tristan del Pozo Houses.

What is included in the price

Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Professional guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Entry fees (Casa del Moral, Monasterio de la Recoleta)

What is not included in the price

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Instructions

Please dress according to local weather conditions.

What to take with you?

A small bag or rucksack
Sturdy footwear suitable for walking
Personal ID or Passport
Additional drinking water
Energy snacks
Waterproof jacket
Sun protection, e.g. a hat or sun cream
Camera

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

You will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in the centre of Arequipa. Please let us know the name of your hotel during the booking process.

Final destination:

Same as the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy - Medium

Cancellation more than 10 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 4 to 10 days prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking Price.
Cancellation less than 4 days prior to the starting date. No refunds.

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