AREQUIPA

Arequipa is known as the "White City" for the numerous and magnificent temples, convents, Colonial houses and palaces made of white volcanic stone called "Sillar.” Arequipa is an excellent place to visit at any time of the year, recording 300 days of sun every year. Arequipa is at 7,500 feet (2,300 meters) and ranges in temperature between 50 and 77°F (10 and 25°F).

Arequipa is the second largest city in Peru and one of the most important cities in the south. It is growing rapidly economically thanks to its irrigation projects, leather and alpaca and vicuna wool production. Arequipa also offers exquisite cuisine, beautiful landscapes, majestic volcanoes, the Colca Valley, exciting adventures in the Colca Canyon and natural reserves.

For an adventure of a lifetime, take our Colca Canyon tour where you will see condors only a few feet away, local music and traditions as well as observe some of the tallest mountains in the region.