Free tours in Arequipa
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What are the most popular free walking tours in Arequipa available on Freetour.com?
Freetour.com features several top-rated free walking tours in Arequipa, all led by knowledgeable local guides. Popular options include Arequipa Free Tour: Marvel with the White City, Free Walking Tour Arequipa City, and Free Tour of the White City of Arequipa. Each tour highlights something different, so it’s best to look at ratings and traveler reviews to find the one that fits your interests.
Are free walking tours in Arequipa suitable for high-altitude visitors?
Arequipa sits at a high altitude, but the walking tours stay in the historic center and follow an easy route. Most people do fine on these tours. If you are sensitive to altitude or want a slower pace, take it easy and ask your guide after booking if they can adjust the walk for you.
Do routes include the Monastery of Santa Catalina and Plaza de Armas?
Most routes include main spots in the historic center, such as Plaza de Armas and nearby colonial buildings. Tour descriptions may not mention every landmark, and entry to places like the Monastery of Santa Catalina, which needs a separate ticket, is not guaranteed. If you want to visit a specific site, check with your guide after booking to confirm.
Are there food or market-focused free tours where I can try queso helado or local coffee?
Some tours offer local food experiences, like tasting traditional snacks or local chocolate, but this depends on the guide and the day. If you want to try something specific, such as queso helado or local coffee, read the tour description and ask your guide after booking if these tastings are included.
Do guides share tips about Colca Canyon day trips after the walking tour?
Currently, Colca Canyon trips are not listed in the tour descriptions, but many guides are glad to share travel tips after the tour. Once you book and can chat with your guide, feel free to ask for advice or recommendations for visiting Colca Canyon.
How often are English and Spanish tours available in Arequipa?
Tours in Arequipa are available in English and Spanish, and you can see the languages on each tour card as flag icons. The schedule and languages may change depending on the date, so check the calendar on the tour page. After booking, you can message your guide if you have a language preference or need more details.
Arequipa - White Volcanic rock and Latin American charm
Although Arequipa gets less coverage than it ought to in traditional travel guides, it is truly a wonderful city to visit – still untainted by the flocks of tourists that the likes of Lima, Cuzco and Machu Picchu cater to, this compact Peruvian city is large in life and character, authenticity, charm and intrigue, ancient facades, modern heart and friendly Latin American warmth & attitude.
Once the colonial capital of the Arequipa region of Peru, Arequipa’s ancient ground is nestled between three majestic volcanic mountains which serve as a stunning backdrop to fascinating history, heritage and culture. Join a friendly local guide for a free walking tour of Arequipa as recommended by FreeTour.com to delve into the history and discover the city’s Unesco World Heritage listed old centre, the Plaza de Armas and beautiful Baroque architecture built from local stone, the neoclassical Basilica and much more while getting under the skin of this intriguing city with great local hints, tips & recommendations. On the free tour you will also explore the culinary legacy of Arequipa, a highly influential city in Peru’s gastronomic awakening, with free samples of local foods & sauces and free cacao lessons with free hot chocolate samples. You’ll even encounter some friendly alpacas & lamas – your free walking tour in Arequipa will really give you a truly valuable & unrivalled experiential insight to local life here.
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