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Private Tacna Day Trip from Arica

From$327.75
9 hours
Arica, Chile

About this activity

Enjoy a personalized day trip from Arica to Tacna, exploring markets, historic sites, and local cuisine in Peru.

Highlights

  • Explore Tacna's vibrant markets
  • Visit the historic Plaza de Armas
  • Discover local Peruvian cuisine
  • Experience cross-border shopping
  • Enjoy a personalized guided tour

Full description

Embark on a personalized day trip from Arica to Tacna, Peru's vibrant border city. Your journey begins with convenient hotel pickup, followed by a comfortable ride to Tacna. Once there, immerse yourself in the bustling markets, where you can shop for unique Peruvian goods and souvenirs. Stroll through the historic Plaza de Armas, soaking in the rich culture and architecture. Savor authentic Peruvian dishes at local eateries, offering a taste of the country's renowned cuisine. Throughout the day, enjoy the insights of a knowledgeable guide, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience. This excursion is perfect for travelers seeking a seamless and engaging cross-border adventure.

Included / Excluded

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels
  • Comfortable transportation to Tacna
  • Bottle of water for each traveler
  • Meals and personal expenses

Itinerary

1

At 8:30 AM we will leave our selected hotels and Arica to go to the border city of Tacna, in Peru. This city is bigger than Arica, it has a free zone and a beautiful craft trade in llama and alpaca fabrics. Before arriving in Tacna, we will stop at the border control in Chilean Customs. Once we pass the controls we will make a brief stop on the La Concordia Line (border between Chile and Peru) and we will see the Christ of La Paz .

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

After passing Customs in Peru, we will go to the city of Tacna. We will visit Bolognesi and San Martín Avenues, admiring the monuments to Admiral Grau and Colonel Bolognesi.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

We will visit the Cathedral of Tacna, which is the work of the renowned architect Gustavo Eiffel. We can take advantage of touring the free zone for shopping, and we will have time for lunch (lunch not included).

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

After lunch we can visit the surroundings of Tacna, especially the artisan markets. After this beautiful day, we will be returning to our selected hotels in the city of Arica.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Hotel pickup is available from centrally located hotels in Arica
  • Meals and personal expenses are not included in the tour price
  • The tour duration is approximately 9 hours

Know before you go

  • Ensure you have a valid passport for border crossing
  • Carry sufficient cash in local currency for purchases
  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear for walking

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Good to know

  • Please check if it is necessary to obtain a visa or permission to enter Peru before the trip
  • This service is not valid for cruise passengers. These excursions or transfer have a special operation and rate.

Additional information

Please check if it is necessary to obtain a visa or permission to enter Peru before the trip This service is not valid for cruise passengers. These excursions or transfer have a special operation and rate.
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