Peru Luxury Travel

Sitting 7,627 feet above sea level on the western range of the Andes, Arequipa is considered by many to be the most attractive city in Peru. Renowned for its colonial architecture made of volcanic white ashlar stone, Arequipa is an elegant city with a perfect spring-like climate and beautifully situated at the foot of El Misti volcano. Blessed with famously sunny weather, Arequipa is home to beautiful palm-lined plazas, as well as countless well-preserved colonial-era buildings, and a regional cuisine that is venerated throughout the country.

Only a few hours away stands the impressive Colca Canyon, the second deepest canyon in the world. The sheer majesty of its surroundings is without equal and its skies are home to the soaring condor whose wingspan measures up to 18 feet.

This tour was specially designed to maximize the wonders of Arequipa city and province, while at the same time ensuring maximum comfort during your stay.

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Day 1: Arrival to Arequipa & City Tour

• Upon arrival, you will be collected at the Arequipa airport and taken in a private transfer to your luxurious Arequipa hotel where you will be able to rest and take some time to acclimatize to the altitude.
• Once fully rested, you will be met by a Peru Luxury Travel guide in the afternoon who will take you on a private tour of the main attractions of this expanding city. With most buildings made out of sillar, a white local volcanic lava rock, and a unique cultural and architectural integration of both European and native characteristics the historic center of Arequipa, known as the White City, is truly magical.
• Starting at the main square, you will visit the town hall and the neo-classical Cathedral, the two most visited ashlar constructions. You will then be taken through the old colonial housing area where you will see some of the famous casas or mansions, many of which are intricately decorated with Baroque façades. This exciting tour will also take you to the bustling local market to mingle with locals as they do their daily shopping.
• After the tour, you are free to keep exploring the city on your own. We highly recommend visiting the fascinating Santa Catalina Convent. Climb the stairs to the roof deck of the monastery where you will find an incredible panorama of the cityscape with the backdrop of El Misti, the snow-capped volcano that overlooks the city. 
• Spend the evening at your leisure in Arequipa, exploring its lovely streets and tasting the exquisite Ariquipeñan gastronomy, celebrated throughout the country. Read our newsletter article about Arequipa’s restaurants.

Day 2: Colca Canyon Tour

• After an early breakfast, your private guide will collect you at your hotel for the scenic drive to the Colca Canyon. The journey will allow you to catch your first glimpse of the wild and serene beauty that makes this area so spectacular.
• The road climbs to the Reserva Nacional de Salinas y Aguada Blanca where wild vicuñas roam the pampa, before meandering past sculpted, wind-swept cliffs revealing layers of colorful rock strata. As you pass through Patapampa, the highest pass on this journey, look for rare flora and fauna that live at this high altitude. Viscachas, small rodents similar to rabbits, dart between artful stone cairns, and strange brain-like plants called yapats flourish around the boulders that lay strewn across this seemingly barren landscape.
• From this unusual scenery you will begin the steady decline to the valley below, enjoying views of pre-Inca agricultural terraces before reaching the town of Chivay.  Once you arrive to your luxury hotel in Colca Canyon, you will have the afternoon free to relax in the natural hot springs and rest at your hotel nestled amidst this picturesque scenery.

Day 3: Colca Canyon Tour & Return to Arequipa

• Your guide will greet you after breakfast and take you to Mirador Cruz del Condor, one of the best viewpoints of this deep canyon and home to the famed condors that gracefully soar in the wind currents.   The road leads past picturesque villages and pre-Inca ruins dominated by the glaciers Ampato and Hualca visible in the distance. On clear days you may even see smoke billowing from the active volcano Sabancaya. Once you reach Cruz del Condor, you can stand at the viewpoint and gaze into the canyon’s depths, stretching nearly 4,000 ft below. 
• Later on, you will return to Chivay for a delicious lunch before continuing on to Arequipa where you will check into your luxury hotel and spend the evening at your leisure.

Day 4: Departure from Arequipa

• After breakfast at your hotel, you will be taken on a private transfer to the Arequipa airport for your return home or on to your next destination.

Browse our full range of Peru travel destinations and explore additional options for your luxury vacation.

• All private tours with English-speaking guides
• 2 hotel nights in Arequipa & 1 night in Colca Canyon in first class hotels based on US standards
• All private transfers and entrance fees
• All breakfasts

Additional Days are Available in all Locations.

Arequipa Hotels | Colca Canyon Hotels

Plaza Bolivar s/n, Selva Alegre

Hotel Libertador is located in Selva Alegre, Arequipa’s largest park, and boasts a striking view of Misti Volcano. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, this 5-star hotel has a modern infrastructure with vast and elegant rooms. This luxury hotel provides a wide array of excellent services and amenities including a restaurant, bar, gym, pool, conference rooms, and gift shop. Guests are sure to find ultimate comfort in this hotel, alongside great, attentive service.

Hotel Facilities and Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Gym, Gift Shop, Parking, Swimming Pool

Calle Ugarte 403, Arequipa

This Casa Andina Private Collection hotel maintains the highest standards of service and quality, overseeing every delicate detail. Just 3 blocks from Arequipa’s Main Square, this hotel is housed in a beautiful white sillar stone 17th century colonial mansion, formerly the Mint House and now a national historic monument. Two colonial-style courtyards are found at the heart of the building which also holds a small mint museum, a bar, and gourmet restaurant serving exquisite Novoandina cuisine.

Hotel Facilities and Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Gift Shop

Casa Andina Private Collection Arequipa Pictures »

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Parque Curiña s/n, Yanque

Las Casitas del Colca is an oasis of peace and tranquility perfectly located in the heart of the Colca Valley. Consisting of luxurious and fully-equipped private villas, this hotel provides its guests with the high quality comfort and service that is characteristic of Orient-Express Hotels. Las Casitas del Colca Hotel is perfect for travelers wishing to relax in the full luxury and privacy that only a 5-star establishment can provide.

Hotel Facilities and Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Spa, Parking, Swimming Pool

Las Casitas del Colca Pictures »

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Arequipa Hotels | Colca Canyon Hotels