Best Arequipa City Tour: Explore the White City

Among the 99 tour options we compare across booking platforms, prices typically range from $28–$65, with a median price of around $45. You may find premium experiences reaching up to $156 depending on the level of customization.

The vast majority of options are sightseeing tours, which account for 84% of the listings. Most of these focus on cultural themes (88%) and historical sites (68%). While sightseeing is the standard, we also found a smaller selection of bike tours, food tours, and hiking excursions.

Durations vary depending on the itinerary, but most tours last between 2–6 hours. The median duration for the options we compare is approximately 3 hours.

While inclusions vary by provider, the most common features across the listings we compare include:

• A professional guide (included in 46% of options)
• Entry tickets to sites (included in 14% of options)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (included in 13% of options)
• Transport services (included in 13% of options)

Walking is the most common way to see the city, appearing in 64% of the options we compare. Other methods include buses (11%), bikes (8%), minibuses (5%), and private transport (3%).

Yes, about 13% of the options listed are private tours if you prefer a more tailored experience. To accommodate international travelers, tours are offered in 6 languages: Spanish, English, French, Portuguese, Italian, and German.

The tours we compare have a very strong reputation, with an average rating of 4.23★ based on 2,394 pooled reviews across booking platforms. Reviewers frequently describe their experiences as excellent, amazing, and beautiful, with many specifically highlighting the delicious food aspects of certain tours.

Arequipa is at 2,335 meters. Drink plenty of water, avoid heavy meals, and try local coca tea to help your body adjust.

You can book a tour or take a public bus from the Terminal Terrestre. Tours are better because they include stops at scenic viewpoints.

Yes, you should. Days are sunny and warm, but temperatures drop significantly at night, especially if you visit the canyon.