
Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 108 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour worth booking?
Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour is a 4-hour experience in Arequipa, Peru, from $79 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 108 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (108)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $79 per person
Sample more than 14 Peruvian flavors that are typical from Arequipa. Interact with some of our local hosts and discover how to prepare alpaca and cuy, as well as learning ocopa making with a "batán". Hear all the histori
What you get
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
About this experience
Sample more than 14 Peruvian flavors that are typical from Arequipa. Interact with some of our local hosts and discover how to prepare alpaca and cuy, as well as learning ocopa making with a "batán". Hear all the historical and cultural details behind each dish and drink that you will have the chance to taste during this 4-hour Arequipa food tour.
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
Not included
- Pick up and drop off
What you'll see and do
Mercado San Camilo
Taste local fruits and tour the San Camilo market to discover some of the most emblematic ingredients available in the region.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Plaza de Armas
Discover Arequipa's main square and its vibrant architecture. A good way to be introduced to the city's history.
10 minutes here
Yanahuara
Finish up with a rocoto relleno, pastel de papa and queso helado tasting, before admiring the views of the Misti volcano in Yanahuara.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Arequipa
The guide will be waiting for you right next to the door of the Compartamos Financiera building, which is facing San Camilo Market's main entrance.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
End at Yanahuara Scenic Overlook
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Exquisito Perú
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport number, country of issue and date of entry to Peru is required before the tour for all the tour participants in order to exonerate you from the 18% sales tax.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please note guides will not be providing their service in multiple languages simultaneously. Make sure you book the correct tour/language.
- If you are pescatarian, vegetarian, vegan, or have a severe nuts or gluten allergy, please do not book this tour
- Can't cater to travelers who are vegetarians or vegans
- Please note guides will not be providing their service in multiple languages simultaneously. Make sure you book the right tour/language
- Pick up and drop off is not included. Private tours with transportation can be booked on the Exquisito Perú website.
- Wear a hat, sunscreen and bring water
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 38
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arequipa.
How much does Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour cost?
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Prices start at $79 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arequipa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arequipa is not rushed.
Is Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 108 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Arequipa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour?
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Around 38 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arequipa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arequipa and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arequipa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Arequipa?
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On Outty we rank every Arequipa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chili River White Water Rafting Adventure with Pickup, Arequipa Rafting on the Chili river free pick-up,snack,&fhotos, 2 Day 1 Night Trek Colca Canyon. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Arequipa?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Arequipa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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