48 hours
2 languages
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

What sets this tour apart is the way it turns the journey from Cusco to Lake Titicaca into a rich cultural experience rather than a simple transfer. Instead of rushing, travelers enjoy a curated route through the Andes with meaningful stops at historic sites like Andahuaylillas and Raqchi, transforming the day into a full immersion in Inca and colonial history. An overnight stay in Puno ensures a relaxed and unhurried visit to Lake Titicaca, giving travelers time to genuinely connect with local families on the Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island. The combination of authentic interactions, stunning landscapes, professional guiding, comfortable accommodations, and a well-paced itinerary makes this tour a uniquely rewarding and unforgettable way to explore southern Peru.

Inclusions

What's included

Round-trip boat transport on Lake Titicaca to Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island.
Traditional lunch on Taquile Island prepared by a local family.
Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) throughout the journey.
Lunch
Breakfast
Entrance fees to Uros and Taquile communities.
3-star hotel accommodation in Puno with breakfast
Buffet lunch in Sicuani on Day 1
Guided visits to Andahuaylillas Church, Raqchi Complex, La Raya Pass, and Pucará Lithic Museum.
Transfer from Cusco Hotel to Bus Terminal
All local taxes and service charges included.
Hotel or bus terminal drop-off in Puno at the end of the tour.
Transfer from Bus Terminal in Puno to Hotel
Tourist-class bus from Cusco to Puno following the Sun Route, with onboard amenities.
Sun Route entrance fees on Day 1

What's not

Dinner on Day 1 and evening meals in Puno.
Personal expenses, snacks, extra drinks, or souvenirs.
Travel or medical insurance (recommended).
Tips for guides, drivers, and boat staff (optional but appreciated).
Optional reed boat ride on the Uros Islands (approx. 15 soles, paid directly to the community).

Cancellation

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

Reviews

5.0

Ratings come from 10 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Meeting point: We will be meeting you at our specific meeting point to start the experience.
Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 15 travellers
Operated by: Planet Odysseys

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Cusco

Its from-price is 63% above the median of the 4460 experiences we list in Cusco.
It is longer than most of them.
By number of reviews it ranks 1146 of 4460.

About Cusco

Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.

The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.

Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

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