Location: Arequipa
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In Peru's second-most populous city, aka "The White City," stunning colonial buildings made of pearly sillar stone vie for attention with the surrounding volcanoes and snow-capped peaks of the western Andes. Founded in 1540, it's a smorgasbord of mansions and museums. The top attraction, 215,000-square-foot Santa Catalina Monastery, is like its own city within a city, complete with fountains and cobblestone streets. Arequipa is the favorite base for visiting Colca Canyon and its massive condors.
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1. Afternoon: Arequipa Panoramic bus with entrances
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Arequipa around 13:30h then we will start our tour, we will make a panoramic bus tour with specially conditioned units to be able to appreciate the landscapes with a 360 ° view from the second level of the bus, and a wide panoramic view from the first level. We will visit the Arequipa main Plaza de Armas, the Mirador Carmen Alto, Plaza and Mirador de Carmen Alto, Yanahuara Mirador Church and Plaza, Incalpaca Outlet and Zoo, Sachaca District, Tingo Balneario, Vogy vía landscaper, Mansion of the Founder, Stone Mill in Sabandia and Andenería de Paucarpata. During this trip you will be able to appreciate the landscape splendor of Arequipa. We will be back in Arequipa around 18:00h
Inclusions: Pick-up from your hotel in Arequipa, Transport in Panoramic bus, Professional bilingual guide English / Spanish, Entrances to Mansion of the Founder, Entrances to Sabandia Mill
Exclusions: Meals not specified in the itinerary
Reviewed By Gazza1112015
The tickets we booked were non-refundable. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic we had to cancel our June 2020 trip and excursion with them. Upon our request, they offered a full refund immediately, without question. Very much appreciated. We look forward to travel via them in the future.
2. Colca Full Day
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
It is an experience to contemplate the majestic formation of the Colca Valley, its natural attributes, from its points of view, hot springs, fauna, small towns and colonial churches.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, continental, guide
Exclusions: Entry, lunch, Thermal baths
3. Colca Canyon / Full day tour
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Come and enjoy an impressive Full day tour through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Disconnect at least one day from the city and fully enjoy the nature that surrounds this valley. Our guide will show you all the beauties such as the huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads, follow our route to different tiny towns and of course visit the relaxing hot springs.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Breakfast
Exclusions: Entrance ticket to the Colca Canyon: 70 soles per person, Entrance ticket to the Hot Springs, We can buy a buffet lunch for 30 soles
Reviewed By Jaime N
Our tour guide, David, was absolutely brilliant and his knowledge, humour, friendliness and problem-solving skills are what made the tour such a success. He provided us with lots of fascinating commentary, made sure everyone's dietary requirements were met at the restaurants, ensured nobody felt left behind on the short hikes, and he was always happy to answer all our questions. He even sourced clean towels for our visit to the hot springs so that we didn't need to rent any. Worth every single penny we paid for this tour.
4. Living Peru: Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
Explore Peru and know its heritage, fauna and inhabitants during 10 dreamy days of crossing the country. This unforgettable circuit from and to Lima visits beautiful colonial cities, archaeological sites left by ancient civilizations and some of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet. Admire the condor of the Colca Valley and the native camelids of the Andes. Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas, observe how the past lives on the islands of Lake Titicaca and ascend Machu Picchu, the 'lost city of the Incas.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Nine nights of accomodation in the hotel category selected, Round trip transfers upon arrival and departure of the airport, One way bus ticket from Puno to Cuzco, Roundtrip transfer to the Cuzco train station for the trip to Machu Picchu, Round trip train ticket to Aguas Calientes, Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to the citadel of Machu Picchu, Guided tour to Machu Pichu and the other attractions mentioned in the itinerary, Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in the itinerary, Box lunch x 1
Exclusions: Expenses of a personal nature., Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals. , Other vistis non specified in the itinerary., International flights to Perú, International and domestic airport departure taxes, Meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme, Tip for driver and guide (optional), Airline ticket: Lima - Arequipa / Cuzco - Lima
Reviewed By Kathy F
Picked up from hotel and driven to magic water circuit fountains and light show. Fun group of 9 and our guide was wonderful. Beautiful fountains great show with lights and music then on to a buffet dinner and folklore show. Good food great show. Delivered back to hotel safe and sound.
5. Half Day Tour of the Sillar Route in Arequipa
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
The ashlar route runs through the interior of the quarries, the same ones that transport the visitor to the origins and understanding of how the historic center of Arequipa, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, originated. When visiting the quarries in operation you will be able to observe live the ancestral process of extraction of blocks and the carving of the ashlar made by the hand of man.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide
Exclusions: Snacks
6. Morning: half day Sillar Stone Tour from Arequipa
A journey to Peru is not complete without visiting Arequipa, the beautiful white city of Peru! Much of the architecture in Arequipa is made of a white volcanic stone, Sillar, hence its nickname of the white city. On this tour you will experience how the city was built and how worker still perverse the tradition on extracting the rocks still in use.
Inclusions: Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa, Visit all the places described in the itinerary, Guided Spanish / English professional, Transfer back to your hotel in Arequipa
Exclusions: Meals not specified in the itinerary, Accommodation in Arequipa
Reviewed By Gazza1112015
The tickets we booked were non-refundable. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic we had to cancel our June 2020 trip and excursion with them. Upon our request, they offered a full refund immediately, without question. Very much appreciated. We look forward to travel via them in the future.
7. Afternoon : Arequipa city tour with Santa Catalina Monastery
A journey to Peru is not complete without visiting Arequipa, the beautiful white city of Peru, This gorgeous city combines tradition and modernity in peaceful harmony while providing the gateway to the tradition and breathtaking scenery of its country side!
Inclusions: Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa, Guided tour at Santa Catalina Monastery, Professional guide in English or Spanish, Transport
Exclusions: Meals, Accommodation in Arequipa
Reviewed By Gazza1112015
The tickets we booked were non-refundable. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic we had to cancel our June 2020 trip and excursion with them. Upon our request, they offered a full refund immediately, without question. Very much appreciated. We look forward to travel via them in the future.
8. TOUR COLCA CANYON (FULL DAY) - Shared Service
You will see the condor's flight, the amazing longest peruvian bird at your sight. Know much more about the andean lifestyle by visiting along the way some local houses.
Inclusions: Pick up from hotels located near plaza de armas, Tourist transportation, Tour Guide (Spanish / English), Continental breakfast in Chivay., Lunch in Chivay.
Exclusions: Extra expenses., Entrance to the thermal baths of Calera. (S/15 soles per person), Colca tourist ticket (BTC) S/70 Soles foreigners S/20 Soles for Peruvians You need to have cash, only is payable with cash and you will be charged at your arrival to Chivay.
Reviewed By DLop55
I'm not sure if there were better things to see, but the ride around the city was fun. Seemed like we hit the hot spots, other than the Plaza de Armas. Not extremely impressed, but it was a good way to drive around and see the city. The stops were pretty good.
9. 15-Day Semi-Private Tour: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Titicaca, Colca, Peruvian Dessert
Go on this semi-private Peruvian adventure to the Incan Empire and to different sites in Peru. Visit Cusco City "The Capital of the Incas", The Sacred Valley of the Incas, the Lost City of the Incas - Machu Picchu, the great Lake Titicaca with its floating Uros & Taquile islands, one of the deepest canyons in the worlds - Colca Canyon which is the home of the majestic bird - the Condor, the "White City of Arequipa", the lush oasis of Huacachina, the mysterious Nazca Lines and the diamond of the sea "The Ballestas Islands". While in Cusco you will participate in our Color your Journey Experience in order for you to get a more cultural experience in Cusco. While traveling with your tour guide, you will learn all about the Incan and Peruvian Culture, how it was in the past but also today.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transportation throughout the trip, Professional guides throughout the trip, Tours in Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Arequipa in private service, Tour at Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon, Huacachina, Nazca Lines and Paracas in group sercive, Color your journey experience in Cusco, Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (round trip), Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip), Flight over the Nazca Lines, All accommodations (unless if the option "Hotels Exluded" is choosed), Tourist bus from Cusco to Puno, Tourist bus from Puno to Chivay, Tourist overnight bus from Arequipa to Ica, Tourist bus from Ica to Paracas, Tourist bus from Paracas to Lima, All entrance fees
Exclusions: Entrance tickets to Huayna Picchu & Hot Springs in Aguas Calientes and in Colca Canyon, Domestic flights, International flights, Tips
Reviewed By FL_Jane
We had a great trip to Machu Picchu booked with Cusco Unique Experience. It was a private tour, which I highly recommend for this important site. Karina and Brian worked with us to plan the perfect trip for us. They are flexible and will plan the trip that you want. Prior to the trip they sent the itinerary so we knew what we were going to do. We were met at the airport, even though out flight was very late, and driven to our hotel in the sacred valley that used to be a hacienda. Our guide for the sacred valley and Cusco was Rina, and we felt we saw and learned so much about the Incas. Our guide for Machu Picchu was Alex. He met with us the night before we were going to Machu to tell us what to bring, what not to bring, and what to expect. He met us at our hotel on Machu Picchu morning to walk to the bus with us. He explained so much about the Incas and Machu Pichu. He helped us with our photos and suggested good places to take photos. It was so great to have a private tour. We spent two more days touring with Rina ending in Cusco. We were offered one more activity to end our tour and we chose a cooking class. That was a riot because the chef spoke Spanish but the restaurant provided a someone to translate for us. The food was delicious. Our driver picked us up at 4:30AM for our vert early flight to Santiago, Chile. Overall, it was a wonderful trip. We loved Peru and we were totally satisfied with Cusco Unique Experience.
10. 16-Day Great Inca Expedition
Intense and exciting: a whole new experience. From the Nazca Lines to the natural beauty of the Ballestas Islands, to watching a condor fly near you at the Colca Canyon, sailing on Lake Titicaca and walking on the Uros Islands, to feeling the overwhelming silence of Machu Picchu. This program offers you everything you need to truly live and feel the Inca culture.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Transfers airport/hotel/airport, City tour, 4 nights accommodation in Lima-Daily breakfast, Trf. hotel Lima/hotel Paracas/Pisco airport/pier/hotel Paracas/hotel Lima, Aerodiana -Nasca Lines overflight -Paracas Desert, Ica City, Nasca Lines, Ballestas Islands motor boat excursion, 1 night of accommodation in Paracas-Daily breakfast, Transfer airport/hotel/airport, 2 days/1 night Colca. All meals included - Transfer Colca/Puno, 1 night of accommodation in Arequipa -1 night of accommodation Colca-Daily breakfast, Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island with typical lunch, Puno/Cusco by bus with lunch and visits on route, 2 nights accommodation in Puno-Daily breakfast, Transfer bus station/hotel/train station/hotel/airport, Sacsayhuaman Archeological Park tour, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Chinchero, Maras and Moray with buffet lunch, Machu Picchu excursion -Buffet lunch., 3 nights accommodation in Cusco -2 nights accommodation in the Sacred Valley-1 night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes-Daily breakfast
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Pisco airport tax (USD 5.00 per person), Flights tickets
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto
Visiting Lima is always a rewarding experience! We booked an early evening visit to the awesome "Huaca Pucllana" inca ruins, rather impressive with the scenic lights on. Right after the visit, reservations were made at "Huaca Pucllana Dining Experience", a restaurant by the acclaimed Chef Marilú Madueño! No need to say we got a table almost in front of the main pyramid! What a feeling! We had a fantastic dinner, with courteous and kind service, a nice wine and Chef Marilú Madueño outstanding cuisine - Italian flavors and Peruvian touches. We loved the experience! Bon Appétit!
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