Route of the Sun from Cusco to Puno + Titicaca Lake

2 Days / 1 Night
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Discover with us the Route of the Sun that connects the cities of Cusco and Puno, we will pass through many archeological sites and amazing landscapes. Finally we will visit the Titicaca Lake

Trip Details:

DURATION
2 Days / 1 Night
MAX. ALTITUDE
3812 m.
  • Route of the sun, Cusco and Puno
  • Titicaca Lake
  • Uros and Taquile Islands
Route of the Sun from Cusco to Puno + Titicaca Lake
2 Days / 1 Night
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Tour Overview

Route of the Sun
DAY 1

Route of the Sun from Cusco City to Puno

We will start our trip by bus, leaving Cusco to begin a fantastic journey to Puno. On the way we will visit Andahuaylillas, baptized as the Sistine Chapel of America, then Raqchi known as the Temple of Wiracocha Sicuani, the Abra la Raya, the Pukara Museum and finally we will arrive to the city of Puno.

Titicaca Lake Tour
DAY 2

Titicaca Lake Tour - Uros and Taquile Islands

On this long awaited day we will visit the famous Lake Titicaca, a wonderful attraction for nature lovers and coexistence with the cultural tradition of the local population and understand their customs, reconnect with nature and be part of this wonderful experience.

Itinerary by Hours:

Day 1
Day 2
Route of the Sun from Cusco City to Puno
  1. 06:10 hrs: Transfer to the Terminal.
  2. 06:30 hrs: Boarding ticket check-in and baggage check-in.
  3. 07:00 hrs: Departure time and start of the tour.
  4. 08:50 hrs: Visit to the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas.
  5. 10:50 hrs: Visit to the Archaeological Center of Raqchi.
  6. 11:45 hrs: Lunch Buffet Restaurant La Pascana.
  7. 13:10 hrs: Stop at the highest point, La Raya.
  8. 14:30 hrs: Visit to the Museum of Pucará.
  9. 17:00 hrs: Arrival to the Puno city
  10. 17:30 hrs: Transfer to your hotel.
Titicaca Lake Tour
  1. 07:00 hrs: Pick up from your hotel to start the tour of the Uros and Taquile.
  2. 07:45 hrs: Check-in and entrance to Taquile dock.
  3. 08:00 hrs: Visit by boat to the Floating Islands, Uros.
  4. 09:30 hrs: Visit by boat to Taquile Island
  5. 11:30 hrs: Experience and connection with typical dances of the Taquile people.
  6. 12:30 hrs: Picnic lunch in Taquile.
  7. 13:30 hrs: Hike and ascent to the viewpoint of Taquile.
  8. 14:30 hrs: Return by boat to the city of Puno.

Included Services

Our program includes:

ON THE ROUTE OF THE SUN:

  • Tourist transportation from the hotel to the bus terminal.
  • Bus ticket for the Ruta del Sol from Cusco to Puno.
  • Entrance ticket to all tourist attractions.
  • Buffet lunch in a tourist restaurant.
  • Professional tour guide.
  • First aid kit.

IN PUNO - TITICACA LAKE:

  • Transfer from the bus station in Puno to the hotel.
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Puno.
  • 1 breakfast included by the hotel.
  • Transfer by tourist bus from the hotel to the dock of Lake Titicaca.
  • Speed boat for the tour in Lake Titicaca.
  • Life jacket.
  • Entrance ticket to the islands to visit.
  • 1 Lunch at Taquile Island.
  • Official tour guide.

Asistencia permanente 24/7 en todos nuestros servicios

NOT Included Services

  • Food not specified.
  • Travel Insurance
  • Other services not mentioned.

Recommendations

  • Bring your original identity card or passport.
  • Wear warm, waterproof or thermal clothing (jacket, scarf, gloves, hats).
  • We suggest to take the tour with good sneakers.
  • Bring a small backpack with your camera, sunglasses, hat, scarf, gloves, sunscreen and a bottle of water.
  • Raincoat in rainy season extra clothes (from October to March). Rain poncho.
  • Bring money, preferably soles.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1

Route of the Sun Tour

For this day we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to start our trip to the city of Puno, so we will have a bus service with stops in places of tourist interest visiting the South Valley of the Cusco region, we will visit the picturesque village of Andahuaylillas, also the temple of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, baptized as the Sistine Chapel of America, for its wealth of colonial art and mural paintings covering walls, baseboards, ceilings and covers.

Then we will have a buffet lunch in a country place, quiet and peaceful, where we will delight ourselves with the regional culinary art, then we will visit Racchi, where we will visit the spectacular Inca sanctuary built by the Inca Pachacutec dedicated to the Great Inca God Wiracocha. Has a large central wall with stone base and other walls made of adobe. In the surroundings of the temple are various ancient buildings used as houses or deposits. In the afternoon 05:30 pm we will arrive to the city of Puno where we will transfer you to your hotel in Puno.

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Night in Puno

DAY 2

Titicaca Lake Tour

Early in the morning, we will depart on an unforgettable boat excursion on Lake Titicaca to visit the Floating Islands of the Uros, the ancient pre-Inca inhabitants of the lake, known as the Aquatic Tribe. The Andean natives build their own islands by periodically adding new layers of totora reeds (Scirpus Totora), a vegetable fiber of the papyrus family. They also use this material to build their houses and boats where they now live.

Then we continue our journey to Taquile Island, we will make a 30 minute walk from the port of Taquile to reach the village, where we will have approximately two hours to enjoy the beautiful scenery, the production of picturesque handicrafts and traditional way of life of these islanders, it is here where we will have lunch, then walk through the hills and archaeological sites. In the afternoon we will start our return trip to the port of the island for the trip to the port of Puno, and then be transferred to your hotel.

Tour Price

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

We offer options adapted to your budget. The price will depend on whether you are traveling in a group or prefer a private tour (minimum 2 people). The rate will be per person.

If you have questions regarding prices, destinations or the tour, we will gladly assist you write to infotours@andinoperutours.com and you can also contact us at the following phone numbers:

GROUP SERVICE RATE
Price per person- minimum 02 persons

Cusco, Puno and Titicaca Lake

USD. 239.00

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3. Receive your reservation voucher by email.

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Highlights

ANDAHUAYLILLAS

Here you will find the church of San Pedro and San Pablo, known as the Sistine Chapel of America due to its ostentatious interior decoration. Its works of art are of incalculable value, standing out for their exceptional quality.

  • Sistine Chapel of America
  • Church of San Pedro y San Pablo, known as the Sistine Chapel of America

RAQCHI

Located 118 km from Cusco, this archaeological complex houses a large temple dedicated to the god Wiracocha from the Inca period. In addition, it presents numerous constructions, residences, fountains and terraces, showing its importance as a pilgrimage centre.

  • Raqchi
  • The archaeological complex of Raqchi houses a great temple dedicated to the god Wiracocha from the Inca period

LA RAYA

This high point of the journey, at 4335 m above sea level, marks the boundary between Cusco and Puno. From here, you can admire the imposing snow-capped peaks of the surrounding mountain ranges.

Abra la Raya

PUKARA MUSEUM

Located 106 km from the city of Puno, this museum exhibits archaeological remains and lithic and ceramic pieces from the first civilisation of Southern Peru, dating back to 1600 BC.

  • Pucara Museum
  • Pukara Museum Attractions

PUNO

Known as the Home of Lake Titicaca, Puno has a rich history and culture. According to legend, Lake Titicaca was the place where the children of the Sun, Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo, emerged to found the Inca Empire. Puno is an enclave full of mysticism and millenary history, being the starting point to explore the islands of Uros, Taquile and Amantani in the lake.

Puno

UROS ISLANDS

The Uros Islands are engineering masterpieces built of totora reeds, home to the Uros community since pre-Inca times. Offer a unique experience of life on the lake, with daily fishing and handicraft practices that connect with the essence of this floating culture.

  • The Uros Islands are masterpieces of engineering built with Totora reeds.
  • Uros Island offers a unique experience of life on Lake Titicaca.

TAQUILE ISLAND

Taquile is known for its weaving traditions and its textiles declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Taquile offers breathtaking panoramic views that reveal the majesty of Titicaca Lake.

  • Taquile Island offers panoramic views that reveal the majesty of Lake Titicaca.
  • Traditions and Customs on Taquile Island
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  • Visiting the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas
    Visiting the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas

FAQ'S

What is the Route of the Sun?

The Route of the Sun is a tourist route that connects the cities of Puno and Cusco. Highlighting the following tourist sites:

  • Pukara
  • La Raya
  • Raqchi
  • Andahuaylillas

What islands are visited on the Titicaca Lake Tour?

  • Uros Island.
  • Taquile Island.

 

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