Historic Heartbeat: An Audio Pilgrimage through Arequipa’s Enigmatic Echoes
Volcanic stone streets echo with the footsteps of rebel nuns and secretive aristocrats. Arequipa hides centuries of power struggles behind its dazzling white facades. This self-guided audio tour leads straight into the city’s living heart, revealing whispered scandals and daring escapes most travelers never hear about. What silent vows were broken inside the crimson walls of the Santa Catalina Monastery? Which dark family secret does the Monument to the Goyeneche family try to conceal from prying eyes? Why did a runaway camel nearly shut down an official ceremony at the Basilica Cathedral? Wander from hushed convent corridors to bustling plazas where plots unfolded. Uncover forgotten stories carved in ancient stone and feel history surge up through every cobbled step. See Arequipa not as a postcard but as a stage of ambition, intrigue, and hidden revolt. Ready to uncover what’s been waiting just beneath the surface? Press play and begin the story.
About this tour
- scheduleDuration 40–60 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten3.9 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Historic Centre of Arequipa
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Frequently asked questions
How do I start the tour?
After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.
Do I need internet during the tour?
No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.
Is this a guided group tour?
No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.
How long does the tour take?
Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.
What if I can't finish the tour today?
No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.
What languages are available?
All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.
Where do I access the tour after purchase?
Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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