AREQUIPA WINE AND PISCO ROUTES
The wine and pisco routes in Peru are tours that allow visitors to learn about the winemaking tradition and the pisco-making process in different regions of the country, especially in Ica and Moquegua. These routes offer unique experiences, from visits to artisanal wineries to larger industries, where you can taste piscos and wines, learning about the culture and history of these beverages.
Itinerary
Day 1: wine and pisco routes
The Wine and Pisco Route tour begins at 6:00 a.m. departing Arequipa for the Majes Valley. At 10:00 a.m., you'll visit the Toro Muerto Petroglyphs, where you can see petroglyphs from the Wari Culture. Then, at 11:30 a.m., you'll hike to the Querulpa Dinosaur Footprints, which includes a small fossil museum. At 1:00 p.m., you'll enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Corire, specializing in fresh shrimp from the Majes River. Then, at 2:00 p.m., you'll visit a pisco winery, where the production process will be explained and tastings will be offered. The return to Arequipa is at 4:00 p.m., arriving in the city around 8:00 p.m. The tour includes hotel pickup, tour transportation, and a guide.
Included in the day:
- Pickup from your hotel in downtown Arequipa.
- Tour transportation throughout the tour.
- Professional guide.
- Breakfast.
- Lunch (although not always included, options are mentioned starting at S/. 20.00).
- Tickets to the Toro Muerto Petroglyphs (S/. 5.00).
- Tickets to the Pisco winery with tasting (S/. 25.00).
Statistics of the day:
- TOUR DURATION: 14 HOURS
Places to visit
Not included
Lunch (in some cases, although options are offered).
Personal expenses and tips.
Additional drinks during lunch.
Any activities or entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary.
Recommendations
Check schedules and prices with your advisor.