Enjoy the beautiful green valleys on the outskirts of Arequipa, where you can appreciate stunning landscapes with the surrounding mountains and volcanoes.
Visit architectural marvels in Arequipa such as the Sabandía Mill and the Founder’s Mansion, built from the city’s main construction material: sillar.
Exploring these tourist attractions in Arequipa is well worth it and will allow you to learn more about the history of this fantastic city.
Arequipa countryside - Valley of Chilina
Our Countryside, Sabandía Mill, and Founder’s Mansion tour begins with pickup from your hotel located in downtown Arequipa, and we will head towards the beautiful and extensive Arequipa countryside, where onions and garlic are cultivated.We will visit the Valley of Chilina to admire the vibrant colors of the countryside from its grand viewpoint. Here, you will have wonderful views of wide green fields and the Chili River.
Paucarpata
We will visit Paucarpata, which has terraces and viewpoints offering spectacular panoramic views of the Arequipa countryside and the imposing Misti volcano.
Founder's Mansion
We will continue the tour by visiting the Founder’s Mansion, a traditional sillar manor house built in the 16th century by the founder of Arequipa, Garcí Manuel de Carbajal. Located 20 kilometers from the Plaza de Armas and near the Socabaya River, its colonial-era style remains intact, as does its original decor.The mansion has been occupied by various prominent figures such as doctors, bishops, generals, and priests. It features a small chapel, a beautiful main patio, and colorful gardens. During the tour, you will observe rooms adorned with canvases, ceramics, and furniture brought from Europe.
Sabandía Mill
Just 9 kilometers from the city, you will find the Sabandía Mill, an architectural gem dating back to 1621 made of sillar, and which still operates to this day! Surrounded by beautiful and spacious gardens, with local trees and plants like cacti and succulents.Master stonemason Don Francisco Flores was responsible for constructing this interesting site, and today it is one of the most important historical monuments in Arequipa.At the end of the tour, we will return to the city center to drop you off at your hotel.
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4.6
Exploring the Sabandía Mill and the founder’s mansion was a refreshing break from our busy business schedule, with its peaceful countryside charm; however, we wished the tour offered more time at the mill to fully soak in its history.
4.6
Wandering through the stunning countryside was a delightful escape, especially when I reached the charming mill and the historic mansion. The transportation was smooth, which made the journey all the more enjoyable, although I wish there had been a bit more time to explore the grounds. Overall, it was a relaxing experience that offered a nice glimpse into the region’s rich heritage.
4.2
We had a wonderful time exploring the picturesque Sabandía Mill and the charming founder’s mansion during our afternoon in Arequipa. The countryside views from the van were breathtaking, though we wished the ride could have been a bit longer to take it all in. Overall, it was a refreshing experience that gave us a glimpse into the region’s history while enjoying the beautiful landscapes.