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The trips worth crossing Peru for.
The 15 most popular arequipa tours in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
A long, well-paced day from Arequipa to Colca Canyon for condors, alpacas and vicuñas, plus breakfast and a hearty Andean buffet lunch.
Most Popular“Scenery was amazing. Our guide was terrific (Nelson).”
Arequipa day trip to Salinas Lagoon: Chiguata volcano views, salt flats, camelids and birds, plus optional mini thermal wells. 8 hours.
“Very good trip, with a cool guide A lot of paysage to see”
Half-day trek on Arequipa’s Sillar Route with working stonemasons, Añashuayco quarry canyon views, petroglyphs, and volcano lookouts.
“We had a good day. 2pm tour was very good. Beautiful sunset with the rocks. We love it.”
Chili River white water rafting from Arequipa with hotel pickup, full gear, and a snack. 45 minutes on intermediate rapids.
“One of the best tours we’ve done in Peru. Our guide Daniel was amazing, telling us exactly what to do and giving us some great facts about the area. Don’t worry if you’re only a beginner, you’ll be guided through everything. You’ll also get the chance to jump off a rock into the river which…”
A tough two-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with a Sangalle night, early condor viewing, hot springs, and camelid sightings.
“My 17 years old daughter and I have enjoyed our hike in Colca Canyon. Really nice hike, spectacular view. And lot of great memories! Our guide was Rafael and he was amazing. He shared a lot of interesting information about the region, culture, social topics in Peru as he did about fruits, plants or tree…”
Two-day Colca Canyon Plus from Arequipa with vicuñas, 4,900m viewpoints, a Chivay overnight, and condors at Cruz del Cóndor.
“We have done the 2 day Colca canyon trip from Arequipa. I can highly recommend it. Knowledgeable guide, well organised and nicely positioned hotel.”
A 2-hour walking tour of Arequipa’s historic center: Plaza de Armas, cloisters, volcano views, Mundo Alpaca, and San Lazaro.
“Today was AMAZING! Our guide, Johan, was funny, engaging and informative. Will be recommending this tour to all who visit Arequipa!”
See Colca Canyon at sunrise, spot condors at Cruz del Cóndor, soak in thermal waters if you want, and chase vicuñas and volcano views.
“At first I was a little annoyed because they texted me 8 hours before the trip started about the pick up time (after I texted them first, a day ahead) and then arrived late so I waited 45 mins. The Guide (David) was very friendly and looked out for everybody. It’s worth it’s money, just…”
See condors over Colca Canyon, spot vicuñas in Pampa Cañahuas, visit Andean villages, and (optionally) soak at La Calera on a 14-hour day trip.
“it was nice to see the canyon a shame there was no hiking but even a small portion”
A small-group 3.5-hour Arequipa walk through key plazas, markets, and Jesuit sites, ending with pisco and local sweet tastings.
“This was my favorite tour in Arequipa! It was a really nice small walking tour. We learned about the history of Arequipa, and learned about the pride of their gastronomy. The highlight for me was definitely the market. Our guide took us to all kinds of food stands and we tried so many things! Then…”
2-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with condors, Sangalle bungalows, warm pool, meals, and hotel transfers—early mornings included.
“Nice tour but you will get it for half the price if you ask for it in Arequipa itself. Don't book here.”
A very early Colca Canyon day trip from Arequipa with condors, hot springs, and a finish in Puno for Peruvian Andes views and culture.
“Très belle excursion pour voir les condors et de superbes paysages!!”
Half-day Arequipa tour to Yanahuara, the Sillar quarries, and Culebrillas petroglyphs. Small-group value with an easy-to-moderate canyon walk.
“It was fine, probably wouldn’t recommend unless you have extra time tbh. Started off with us waiting to be collected, only to find the wrong couple had been collected instead of us by accident. We waited 40 minutes till we were in the bus (after I text the tour guide on WhatsApp to tell him…”
2-hour small-group walk in Arequipa’s White City with local guides, ending at volcano views of Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu for $15.
“We had a really good time with Joss. He showed us some interesting places we wouldn't have seen without him. Can definitely recommend!!!”
A private day from Arequipa to Chiguata and the Salinas y Aguada Blanca reserve, with lagoon walks, wildlife, and a homemade picnic lunch.
“El lugar es espectacular, y tener un almuerzo con ese paisaje es una experiencia única. Además que Julio es un excelente guía y la pasamos genial.”
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