Arequipa is one of the most visited regions of Peru. The Colca Canyon and the historic city centre are the two main attractions. However, authorities are looking to promote many more routes.
One of the main attractions authorities want to promote is Cotahuasi Canyon, which, with Colca Canyon, are two of the three deepest canyons in the entire world.
At the moment the main issue to reach Cotahuasi is the unpaved road - which authorities have promised to improve during the next year. The trip takes up to 12 hours and it can be very tiring. Many operators offer this tour in a 5 days/4 nights package.
The good thing for those looking for off-the-beaten-path trips is that if you take this tour you will probably be the only traveller around the canyon.
Another hugely enticing attraction Arequipa has to offer is its food. Arequipa is blessed with a wide variety of food style and terrific fusion dishes can be found all over the city. Authorities want to promote "The route of Pisco" through the valleys of La Joya, Vito and Majes. "The Route of the Shrimp" will go through the coastline of the region. Also, "The Route of the Cheese and the Olive" are part of the plans for next year.
For those nature lovers, in Arequipa you can find the National Reserve of Salinas y Aguada Blanca. Here you can find many wild Vicuñas and native birds.
Check out what we offer in Arequipa!
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One of the main attractions authorities want to promote is Cotahuasi Canyon, which, with Colca Canyon, are two of the three deepest canyons in the entire world.
At the moment the main issue to reach Cotahuasi is the unpaved road - which authorities have promised to improve during the next year. The trip takes up to 12 hours and it can be very tiring. Many operators offer this tour in a 5 days/4 nights package.
The good thing for those looking for off-the-beaten-path trips is that if you take this tour you will probably be the only traveller around the canyon.
Another hugely enticing attraction Arequipa has to offer is its food. Arequipa is blessed with a wide variety of food style and terrific fusion dishes can be found all over the city. Authorities want to promote "The route of Pisco" through the valleys of La Joya, Vito and Majes. "The Route of the Shrimp" will go through the coastline of the region. Also, "The Route of the Cheese and the Olive" are part of the plans for next year.
For those nature lovers, in Arequipa you can find the National Reserve of Salinas y Aguada Blanca. Here you can find many wild Vicuñas and native birds.
Check out what we offer in Arequipa!