Arica, would love some feedback

[2ashevillesailors]

We are cruising on Celebrity Infinity to South America in December. We are looking at things to see and do around Arica. Does anyone ideas for us?

Edited May 5, 2014 by 2ashevillesailors

[cormike1]

We did SA in March on the Infinity. We did a ships tour in Arica that gave us a city tour, we drove out to the Geoglyphs, stopped at an artisan shopping area, a museum with the oldest mummies in the world residing there and driving up to the top of Morro Hill. It was a pretty good tour considering it was a ships tour. We did have time to see things which was nice and it covered all the important things that Arica is known for. Enjoy your cruise!

[4774Papa]

We did SA in March on the Infinity. We did a ships tour in Arica that gave us a city tour, we drove out to the Geoglyphs, stopped at an artisan shopping area, a museum with the oldest mummies in the world residing there and driving up to the top of Morro Hill. It was a pretty good tour considering it was a ships tour. We did have time to see things which was nice and it covered all the important things that Arica is known for. Enjoy your cruise!

We did the same Celebrity tour in December 2011. It was a good tour.

We were traveling with another couple and they did not want to do a more distant and lengthy tour that went farther into the interior, but where you saw far more interesting Geoglyphs. There was a lot of choices for the X excursions.

 

These were some of the tours offered in 2011.

 

ARICA, CHILE

We wanted to see the the glyphs in that area, and like The Highland Ancestors. It is expensive, but looks like the best. A101 looks good as well. Let me know what you think.

XX The Highland Ancestors - AI18

Location:

Arica, Chile

Approx Duration:

8 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

*Current Price:

Starting from

119.00 Adult (USD)

95.00 Child (USD)

0.00 Infant (USD)

Activity Type:

Sightseeing and/or City Tours | Shows & Entertainment

Activity Level:

Moderate

Restrictions:

Maximum Weight: 240 pounds

Minimum Age: 12 years

Drive towards Lluta valley to visit the petroglyphs at Rosario which were designed on the sides of the hills by the former inhabitants of the area. After traveling approximatley 35 miles, a stop will be made to have cocoa leaves tea to help avoid altitude sickness, a practice used by the Aymara today. Your tour continues to Copaquilla Pukara, the archaeological remains of an old fortress, and on to Putre, the Capital of the Parinacota region. Participate in a traditional Pachamama ceremony before returning to the pier. A box lunch is included.

Participants must be at least 12 years old and not more than 240 pounds. This tour is conducted at a maximum altitude of 10,500 feet and participants must judge their abilities accordingly. Not recommended for pregnant women or persons with high blood pressure or heart conditions. Transportation in this port is not air-conditioned.

Arica City Tour & Geoglyphs - AI01

Location: Arica, Chile

Approx Duration: 4 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

*Current Price: Starting from

79.00 Adult (USD)

47.00 Child (USD)

0.00 Infant (USD)

Activity Type: Sightseeing and/or City Tours

Activity Level: Mild

Restrictions: N/A

Advisements: N/A

 

 

 

Your tour begins with a drive past Lisera and El Laucho beaches continuing into the Azapa Valley. Seen in the distance from the Azapa Valley are several Geoglyphs, the unique drawings of human and animal forms created by Indians scratching the salty surface of the brightly colored rocks. A brief photo stop of replica geoglyphs will be made. Next, you will visit the San Miguel de Azapa Archaeological and Anthropological Museum known for its collection of artifacts and remains of the Chinchorro people dating to 6,000-8,000 BC. Then you'll travel to visit the Morro de Arica Hill where you will see the same panoramic view that the Chilean military used to its advantage during the War of the Pacific. Before your return to the pier, you will stop at the Colon Square for a visit of San Marcos Cathedral, a 19th-century Gothic edifice designed by Gustave Eiffel.

Filming is not allowed in the museum. The museum is closed Mondays. Transportation in this port is not air-conditioned. Tour order may vary to alleviate congestion.

Arica & Ancient Cultures - AI02

Location: Arica, Chile

Approx Duration: 6 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

*Current Price: Starting from

164.00 Adult (USD)

117.00 Child (USD)

0.00 Infant (USD)

Activity Type: Shows & Entertainment | Sightseeing and/or City Tours

Activity Level: Mild

Restrictions: N/A

Advisements:

 

 

Your tour begins toward the mouth of the Lluta River and continues to the Lluta Valley. From a distance you will view the Lluta Geoglyphs. The drive continues into the 17th century town of Poconchile where you will have an outside visit of the church, one of the major landmarks of the area. Take a trip back in time as you drive through the foothills of the Andes and ascend into the Chilean Altiplano. See a Pachamama (Mother Earth) ceremony performed by a Chatire (an Aymara physician). The tour continues with a visit to the San Miguel de Azapa Archaeological Museum displaying the oldest mummies in the world. After a light box lunch is served, you'll continue to a local handicraft market with time for shopping then on to San Marcos Cathedral, built by Gustave Eiffel, before returning to the Pier.

Filming is not allowed in the museum. The museum is closed Mondays. Transportation in this port is not air-conditioned.