Explore Arequipa+Santa Catalina Monastery with a guided tour
ID: GYG698153-1144612
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in the charming streets of Arequipa, where the architecture evokes the charm of Spain. Be captivated by the beauty of the White City of Arequipa.
After picking you up at your hotel in the Historic Center at 9:00 a.m., we will start our guided tour of the White City of Arequipa. During the tour, we will discover the origin of this nickname while admiring its buildings built with volcanic stone and ashlar, which evoke the typical architecture of Andalusian villages.
We will visit the Plaza de Armas to contemplate the majestic Cathedral of Arequipa and the Church and Cloisters of the Society of Jesus. We will also stop at the old dairy farms of Bronce and Cabezona, sites that were important commercial centers where bartering was practiced as a method of exchange.
Our last stop will be the Monastery of Santa Catalina de Siena, a walled fortress that was used as a convent for cloistered nuns. During the guided tour of the convent, we will learn about some of the legends surrounding this place, walk through its magnificent cloisters and gardens, and appreciate its valuable art collection.
The tour will conclude back at your hotel or at any other point in downtown Arequipa of your choice, around 1:00 pm.
Highlights
- Explore the charming city of Arequipa
- Discover the enigmas of its buildings.
- Visit a nunnery and its cloisters.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pick up at the hotel (historical center).
- English and Spanish speaking guide.
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance to the Monastery of Santa Catalina.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
