Half-Day Private Tour of Arequipa and Santa Catalina Convent
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Description
- Experience the rural charms of Arequipa from the Carmen Alto viewpoint
- Enter the city and discover why Arequipa is also known as "the white city"
- Admire the buildings made of "sillar", a volcanic rock
- Explore the renowned 16th-century Convent of Santa Catalina
WHAT TO EXPECT
Start your journet with a hotel pickup, followed by a transfer to the Carmen Alto viewpoint. Here, one can savour the rural charm of Arequipa, with the Chili river flowing gently below and the majestic Misti and Chachani volcanoes standing tall in the backdrop. The next stop is the Yanahuara viewpoint, a 19th-century construction that offers an impressive view of the cityscape, under the watchful gaze of the imposing Misti.The tour then proceeds to the Basilica of the Company of Jesus, a striking architectural masterpiece of neo-renaissance style, constructed from white stone known as "ashlar". Following this, the Main Square awaits, serving as a central hub for urban encounters.
The final destination is the renowned Convent of Santa Catalina. This prestigious 16th-century institution comprises plazas, cloisters, and streets. It was once home to daughters of distinguished families, who were cared for by the convent’s nuns.
This immersive journey provides a comprehensive insight into the rich history and culture of Arequipa.
Location Map
Highlights
- Guided tour
- Private tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entrance ticket
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
