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Private Tour Arequipa: Countryside Tour, Sabandia Mill and Founder's Mansion

Arequipa, Peru
Private Tour Arequipa Countryside Tour Including Sabandia Mill and Founders Mansion
  • 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the sublime surroundings of Arequipa on a half-day private tour of the lush countryside. Gain insight into the region’s agricultural history with a private guide; visit the distinct farming terraces of Paucarpata; and tour a grand colonial home belonging to the founder of Arequipa. Transportation in a comfortable and air-conditioned minivan is provided for your convenience.
  • Half-day private tour of the Arequipa countryside with a knowledgeable guide
  • See pre-Inca farming terraces in the Paucarpata District
  • Visit and learn about the 18th-century Sabandia Mill
  • Explore the restored, colonial-era Founder’s Mansion
  • Admire the Rio Chili in the former resort district of Tingo
  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure

What's Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

  • Arequipa, Arequipa, Arequipa Region

    Departure Point: Tour departs from downtown area.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Departure Point: Tour departs from downtown Arequipa hotels, apartments or home. The tour includes round-trip transfer from/To your loging located in a downtown area.

What To Expect

Depart from your Arequipa hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan to begin your journey into the verdant heart of the Peruvian countryside. Begin in the picturesque district of Paucarpata, where traditional farming methods are still implemented; listen to your guide’s captivating commentary as you gain insight into agricultural methods dating back to the Inca period. 

Head south to the Sabandia District to visit the 18th century Sabandia Mil (El Molino de Sabandia); digest interesting information about the mill’s pivotal role in the surrounding villages’ survival then admire the structure’s picturesque perimeter.Next, journey to the village of Huasacache for the Founder’s Mansion, a  grand colonial home once owned by Arequipa’s founder, Garcí Manuel de Carbajal. Admire antique furniture and classic art in the opulent rooms as your guide provides interesting commentary. 

Return to your minivan for the scenic journey along Via Paisajista to the district of Tingo, a charming former summer resort situated on the banks of the Chili River. Finally, arrive at the magnificent mirador in Sachaca to enjoy panoramic vistas of Arequipa’s undulating hills and bounteous fields. Return to your original departure point at the end of your tour.

Molino de Sabandia

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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I was especially...
ANNE_B, Dec 2022
I was especially impressed that both our guide and our driver were women as we were 2 women traveling alone. Our guide was very informative and we were able to see parts of the Arequipa area that would have been difficult to navigate as we (unfortunately) are not fluent in Spanish. It was a wonderful half day tour!
Excellent tour, very interesting and...
ERIC_R, Oct 2017
Excellent tour, very interesting and beautiful photo ops in different out of the way spots you probably would never get to otherwise.
Amazing one on one tour through the...
Tim B, Nov 2015
Amazing one on one tour through the rural portions of Arequipa. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The group went over and above to provide a great experience. I would highly recommend.

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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