The White City | Colca Canyon

Volcanic Heritage

White sillar stone crafting colonial masterpieces

Natural Extremes

Earth's deepest canyon and soaring condors

Arequipa - History

Why Arequipa leaves lasting impressions:

Carved from volcanic stone and crowned by snow-capped peaks, Arequipa stands as a testament to human resilience and architectural genius. This UNESCO World Heritage city preserves colonial splendor while embracing contemporary Peruvian identity.

Marvel at baroque churches and mansions built entirely from white volcanic sillar stone

Explore the deepest canyon on Earth, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon • Watch Andean condors soar on thermals rising from ancient volcanic landscapes

Visit Santa Catalina Monastery, a 16th-century citadel that's like a city within the city

Experience how Spanish colonial architecture adapted to one of the world's most seismic regions

Best Time to Visit

Dry Season (April – October): Clear skies reveal the magnificent “Misti” volcano backdrop and provide perfect conditions for Colca Canyon expeditions. Daytime temperatures reach 70°F while nights cool to 40°F.

Rainy Season (November – March): Fewer tourists and dramatic storm formations over volcanic landscapes, though afternoon rains may limit outdoor activities.

Unique Experiences:

August: Festival of the Virgin of Chapi with traditional processions
May-September: Peak condor viewing season in Colca Canyon
Year-round: Volcanic activity monitoring and crater expeditions

Luxury Accommodations

Historic Properties:

In Arequipa, we favor restored colonial mansions built of volcanic stone, which preserve their original architecture and offer character-filled environments, integrating contemporary comfort into spaces steeped in history.

In the Colca Valley, we work with proposals that prioritize connection with the Andean environment, including accommodations with private terraces and open views of the canyon, as well as spaces that incorporate natural hot springs for a deeply relaxing experience.

Exclusive Experiences:

We complement the stay with unique experiences such as high-end rail journeys through volcanic and highland landscapes, where the journey itself becomes an essential part of the discovery.

We also include proposals that combine wellness and nature, with access to hot springs and strategic observation points to appreciate the majesty of the Andean condor in its natural habitat.

Each stay in this region allows you to experience southern Peru in depth, with balance and an authentic connection to its history and geography.

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Where comfort meets the authentic

WHITE CITY...

Arequipa is called the “White City” because of its white buildings built with “sillar” (petrified volcanic ash) back in the nineteenth century.

COLCA CANYON – THE KINGDOM OF THE CONDOR...

The great Colca Canyon is three times deeper than the Colorado Canyon and has a striking beauty..

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Arequipa — The white city

The white city carved in volcanic stone. Every balcony and church tells centuries of mixing cultures and tradition.