Arequipa is the capital of the Province, Department and Region of the same name. It is located at 2230 meters (7,314 feet) a.s.l. it is the second largest city of Peru. One of Its main attractions is the fact that Arequipa has probably the nicest weather of Peru with an average of 300 sunny days […]
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ASCENSION TO EL MISTI 2 DAYS AND 1 NIGHT TOUR
El Misti, also known as Guagua-Putina is a stratovolcano located in southern Peru near the city of Arequipa. With its seasonally snow-capped, symmetrical cone, El Misti stands at 5,822 metres (19,101 ft) above sea level and lies between the mountain Chachani (6,075 m/19,931 ft) and the volcano Pichu-Pichu (5,669 m/18,599 ft). Its last eruption was […]
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Arequipa cuisine is one of the most diverse of the country, which present a variety of dishes such as: Chupe De Camarones: Shrimp soup with milk, eggs and oregano. Rocoto Relleno: stuffed bell pepper, seeded, chopped meat, cheese, milk and potatoes. Soltero: salad with cheese, beans, onions, olives and hot peppers. Adobo: pork marinated with chicha and spices, cooked […]
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Arequipa doesn’t count with any relevant theater, and sporadically there are some events but usually come from Lima. There are very few concerts along the year, although there is an orchestra that plays often. However In addition, there is a number of cultural centres.such as: The Institute Cultural Peruano Norteamericano (Melgar 109), the Institute Cultural […]
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At the following list there is selection of restaurants recommended by the travelers RESTAURANTS IN AREQUIPA Zigzag Restaurant Cuisine: Switzerland, Peruvian, Healthy, Fusion. Address: Calle Zela 210 – 212, Arequipa 0000, Perú Arthur Restaurant Cuisine: Peruvian food Address: Pasaje Violin 102 San Lazaro, Arequipa none, Perú El tio Dario Restaurant Cuisine: Healthy, Peruvian food Good for: Breakfast / Brunch, Reservations Address: Callejon […]
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Duration 4 Days and 3 Nights Departures Daily departures from Arequipa Peru Activities You will see Arequipa “white city” and Saint Catalina Monastery with light adventure on Colca Canyon Airfares Not included, available upon request Customizable YES, feel free to ask for extra services PROGRAM DAY 1: LIMA – AREQUIPA Upon arrival reception and transfer to the […]
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PROGRAMCITY TOUR WITH SANTA CATALINA (09:30 or 14:30) Duration 3:00 Hrs. (GROUP SERVICE) Church and lookout of the Colonial District of Yanahuara where we can see great part of the city, Carmen Alto neighborhood lookout of the countryside and the bottom the Chilina valley, Beautiful view of the Misti, Chachani and Pichu-Pichu Volcanoes, Typical Pre […]
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The biggest selection of shops in Arequipa is concentrated in the streets surrounding the Monasterio Santa Catalina and local handicrafts around the Chivay. In these shops or stores you will find traditional Peruvian clothing elaborated by wool, vicuña and Andean alpacas. The most representative are: Patio del Ekeko Patio del Ekeko This high-end tourist mall […]
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Casona Forum Disco with Variety of music from the 70s 80s 90s and current music. At the center of the city; offers the best concerts, variety of environments for fun such as Retro, Terrasse Lounge Chill out Sofa Bare and Zero Pub & Pool Bar cocktails, pool tables and lots of rock & blues.Address: San […]
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* Jubilee Festival of Mollendo (06 January). The day on which the kings down to visit the baby Jesus born, Mollendo celebrates the anniversary of creation. People participate in food fairs, concerts on the beach, and a serenade its honor. * Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria (02 February). This unique festival is celebrated in some […]
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Please contact us for more information and for pricing. Duration 2 Days and 1 Night Departures Daily departures From Arequipa Peru Activities escorted tour to the Colca Canyon Airfares Not included, available upon request Guide Group and Private upon request Minimum 2 people Customizable YES, feel free to ask for extra services PROGRAM DAY 1 LEAVING AREQUIPA 08:00 am Leave Arequipa to a […]
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The Colca canyon is reportedly the deepest in the world, thought to be twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in the USA. Unlike most of the Grand Canyon, portions of the Colca canyon are habitable, with pre-Colombian terraced fields still supporting agriculture and human life. Located 148 km northeast of Arequipa and about 4 […]
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Nevado Chachani is the highest of the mountains near the city of Arequipa in southern Peru. Its name means “skirt” in Quechua, and a female character is normally attributed to the mountain in local legends. As a result of the very low precipitation in the Arequipa area, Chachani does not have a permanent ice cap […]
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Arequipa is the capital of the Province, Department and Region of the same name. Arequipa lies in the Andes mountains, at an altitude of 2230 meters above sea level(7,314 feet); it is the second largest city of Peru. The city is surrounded by 3 volcanoes; El Misti, still active at 5822m, the higher and extinct […]
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