The road journey from Ayacucho to Arequipa is pleasant and relaxing. At redBus, we work with different bus companies that operate on this route with well-maintained buses and experienced drivers. Although the travel time varies from one bus operator to another because of traffic and climatic conditions, our continuous availability of bus services between Ayacucho and Arequipa reduces uncertainty and offers convenience for travelers.
You can also time-to-time redBus offers while booking your bus tickets online from Ayacucho to Arequipa. Follow a simple, fast and secure bus booking procedure. This helps save time and also helps to create a joyful travel experience!
There is evidence that Ayacucho was a populated settlement more than 20,000 years ago B.C., because there are archaeological remains to certify it. Thousands of years later other human groups established in the area, setting the bases of the coming cultures. On the 6th and 7th centuries the culture wari appeared, founding its capital and control center in Ayacucho. In this region, the Huari - Tiahuanaco culture would exercise its power, being Ayacucho its sanctuary, during the period from 900 to 1200 A.D. With the incas arrival, the Ayacucho conquest meant the extinction of the other cultures, consolidating the city as part of the incas Empire, and establishing an administrative center in Vilcashuaman. After the Spanish arrival, in 1539 Francisco Pizarro founded the city of Ayacucho as part of a militay strategy, to eradicate the rebel incas from the closest areas. Ayacucho became a very important city, commercially and culturally. During the colonial period, Ayacucho developped a growing textile industry. It was also one of the most important cities during the viceroyalty, for being the archbishopric see and for having his own university. On December the 9th 1824, it took place the Ayacucho battle, a crucial event on the Independence process of Peru. Recently, on the 80s, Ayacucho was hardly hit by the terrorism of Sendero Luminoso, a terrorist group leaded by Abimael Guzmán. Nowadays, Ayacucho shines with a confident light, as a city of great religious fervor and cultural tourism, leaving behind the shadows of a sad decade that we hope will never be recured.
The name Arequipa comes from the quechua word “ari-que-pay”, that refers to a legend about the inca Mayta Cápac; in the legend his subjects, impressed by the beauty of the place, asked him to stay and the inca answered: “yes, stay” (ari-que-pay).In the inca period the incas left the Arequipa territory in search of new places to conquer. The official foundation of the city took place in 1540, by the Spanish who arrived there to take advantage of the mines of the area in the colonial period.The city prospered quickly due to its advisable location in the mining transit path, becoming the most important commercial city, and standing out for its loyalty to the Spanish crown.During the republic, Arequipa was the place where concentrated most of the uprisings and social and political conflicts, what (later on time) would deserve its title of “Hero city of the free people of Arequipa”. Nowadays the city of Arequipa is one of the metropolis of higher economic, cultural and touristic importance inside the country.
Arequipa enjoys a temperate and dry climate year-round, with average temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C. Light clothing and a jacket for cool evenings are recommended.
Katari Plaza de Armas Hotel
Address: Portal de la Municipalidad 126, Arequipa.
Price: From S/. 250.00.
Amenities: Rooftop terrace overlooking the main square, free Wi-Fi, and restaurant.
Casa Andina Premium Arequipa
Address: Ugarte 403, Arequipa.
Price: From S/. 300.00.
Amenities: Pool, gym, and luxury rooms.
Chicha by Gastón Acurio
Specialty: Modern Peruvian cuisine with local ingredients.
Price: From S/. 60.00.
La Nueva Palomino
Specialty: Traditional Arequipa picantería.
Price: From S/. 50.00.
Santa Catalina Monastery: A 16th-century convent rich in history and architecture.
Colca Canyon: One of the world’s deepest canyons and home to the majestic Andean condor.
August 15: Arequipa Anniversary, featuring parades, concerts, and fireworks.
Holy Week: Religious celebrations with traditional processions.
Public transport: Affordable and efficient for getting around the city.
Taxis and apps: A more comfortable way to travel.
The bus journey from Nazca to Arequipa takes approximately 10 hours and covers a distance of 570 kilometers. Bus companies often offer semi-cama and cama services for greater comfort.
Arequipa’s cuisine is renowned for its unique flavors. Typical dishes include:
Rocoto Relleno: A spicy pepper stuffed with meat and spices.
Adobo Arequipeño: A pork stew marinated in chicha de jora.
Alpaca garments: Sweaters, scarves, and blankets of excellent quality.
Arequipeña ceramics: Handcrafted souvenirs and utensils.
Transportes Moquegua Turismo
Turismo Tacna Internacional
Wari Palomino
Nazca Bus Terminal
Arequipa International Terrapuerto
Rodríguez Ballón Terminal
You can book a bus of your choice to any destination in Peru by logging on to the official website of redBus which is redbus.pe/en/ . The site is user-friendly and you can book your bus ticket in a matter of minutes.
You can either visit the terminal and go the booth belonging to the bus operator of your choice, wait in line, select a seat, and book your ticket. If you’d rather not do that, you can visit redbus.pe/en/ and book your seat within 5 minutes.
There are two main scenarios that you might fall into when you have to board a bus. Now, if your boarding point is at any terminal in redbus.pe/en/ , passengers will have to take a print out of the bus ticket that has been sent to the email in a PDF format. The second scenario is when your boarding point is a bus stop and not a terminal. In this case, you will receive an M-ticket that you will have to produce before boarding your bus. If the operator does not provide an M-Ticket, you will have to take a printout of the ticket (PDF) that has been sent to the registered email ID that you have used to book the bus ticket on the redBus website. Some operators might levy a charge if these conditions are not followed.
Yes, you can. But this feature is limited to only a few bus operators in Peru. Look for the reschedule icon before booking your ticket.
There are a number of different modes of payment offered to customers. Customers can either pay by credit card, debit card, or they can select any of the banks listed when you click the “FPX (Peru Online Bank Transfer).