Puno

Tours

Itinerary: The trip to the mountain of 7 colors by atv begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Pick up from the hotel at an indicated time one day before the trip Travel destination Cusco - Pitumarca duration 2 hours by car Breakfast at a local restaurant in Kusipata (after breakfast we continue the trip by car) Pitumarca - Qosqotapa duration 1h.20m by car Qosqopata is the end of the car (from this point our atv adventure begins Qosqopata - Mountain of the 7 colors (vinicunca) 30 minute trip on atv quad bikes Duration of the trip on the atv quad bikes is 30 minutes one way until arriving at the mountain of the 7 colors. - Return trip 25 minutes The walking time from the end of the atvs to the baga part of the colorful mountain is to walk for 5 minutes to have some souvenir photos. To have the best cover photos and memories it is necessary to walk for 7 minutes towards the mountain hill where you can see the red valley. ✔️Important: The 8.30 am shift does not include hotel pick-up and breakfast, keep in mind.

Explore one of the marvels of Puno with a tour of the Uros and Taquile Islands in Lake Titicaca, explore the floating islands in the lake, and learn more about the lives of the people who live on the islands in the highest lake in the world. Begin the tour with pickup from your hotel in Puno or the Puno bus station, and make your way to the pier or main port. Start the departure at 07:30 am and travel towards the floating islands of the Uros, currently considered the National Reserve of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Learn about the people of the Uros, who still maintain their own culture and tradition, as well as artisanal fishing, especially carachi and silverside. Spot some of the 75 islands that are inhabited at present. Sail by boat for 2 hours and a half, to the natural island of Taquile, during the navigation you will be able to observe the chain of mountains. Find out more about the people of Taquile and their famous textiles. Enjoy approximately 2 hours for the visit, a 1-hour delicious typical lunch in front of the lake, before returning to the bus station or your accommodation.

Benefit from pick-up at your hotel in downtown Puno in the morning, and then sail across Lake Titicaca to discover the islands built from reeds by the indigenous Uros people. Get stunning views of the natural reserve and look for wildlife, such as ducks, flamingos and other native birds. Receive a friendly welcome from the local people on arrival and listen to their traditional songs. Hear their extraordinary history from your bilingual guide, and take in amazing views of around 70 small islands that can be prone to drifting! Get some free time to walk around the islands and see how they are made. Enhance your experience and take a ride on a reed boat with the locals. Float peacefully across the lake and watch the world go by. Following with the journey, cruise over to Taquile Island located in the largest area of Lake Titicaca. Experience life on the lake up close and get some stunning views of the lake and the Andes Mountains as a bonus.  Hear about the inhabitants of Taquile Island and how they descended from the Inca people to mostly work as farmers and weavers, and how they have inherited some distinct Inca traditions. Go for a medium-level hike on the island, known for its handwoven art and collective farms, and enjoy a lunch of local produce served in a local restaurant. Then, return to Puno city on the shore of the lake for the end of the tour services. The arrival to Puno will be by 4:00 PM.

Day 1: Puno – Uros Island – Amantaní After pickup and a transfer to the main port, take a boat ride to Uros Island. Fishermen and hunters inhabit this floating island built of totora, an aquatic plant that grows on the surface of the lake. Learn how the totora is woven and laid and layered to build the surface of each island. As an optional activity, it is possible to make a journey in a boat called "balsa de totora", a traditional form of aquatic transport also made from the reeds.  Then, continue to Amantani Island. Upon arrival, a local family will take you to their home. A traditional lunch will be prepared by the locals with products from the area. Next, visit the famous pre-Inca Pachatata temple. At dusk, hike to the top of the island at 4130m, from where you will be able to observe the sunset over Lake Titicaca. Dinner and overnight at the local family's house on Amantani Island. Day 2: Amantaní – Taquile – Puno After breakfast, head to Taquile Island, famous for its handicraft production and beautiful textiles. Locals even wear a special hat to signify if they are single, married, or in a position of authority. Explore local temples, tombs and terraces from the pre-Inca era, as well as learning about traditional farming techniques and the island's ancient customs. Lunch is not included here, Then return to Puno and be transferred back to your hotel.

Start the journey at 7:00 AM departing from our Bus Terminal in Cusco city.  First stop will be in Andahuaylillas town, where we visit the famous Colonial Church San Pedro de Andahuaylillas. Get a guided tour in the church, get marvelous with its colonial golden canvases and don't miss the famous painting wall called: The way to Hell and The way to Heaven. Following with the trip, on second stop in the archaeological complex of Raqchi. See the Temple of Wiracocha God surrounded by artificial lagoon and Inca houses and dozens of Inca Granaries. Take a rest to Sit down for a buffet lunch in Sicuani town to taste delicious Peruvian food and recharge energy Let's continue to the highest point on the route on: Abra La Raya, a geographical and political border between Cusco and Puno. See the imposing Chimboya mountain towering at 5300 meters high. Finishing our trip, visit the Lithic Museum of Pucara and discover an ancient civilization that emerged in the south American high plains 2000 years ago. See the many anthropomorphic designs carved on stone, worshiped by the Pucara civilization, don't miss the famous sculpture called: The Beheader. Arrival time to Puno city will be by 5:00 PM.

Travel comfortably with all facilities on this bus trip from CUSCO to PUNO. Our bus drives straight to the destiny without any stops on along the route, which makes a safe and reliable way of travelling by night. Sofa seat with 160° tilt for a relaxing trip, Heating and USB chargers along the trip. Departure will be at 10:00 PM and the arrival time will be at approximately 5:00 AM. You can also add our additional service: Hotel pick-up and Hotel drop-off to make your trip less stressful. Find all facilities easy to reach with our online support.

Get picked up at the meeting point in Arequipa at 3:15 a.m. and take a three-hour bus ride through southern Peru to the village of Chivay at more than 3,000 meters above sea level. Stop for a delicious breakfast of bread with butter and jam, juice and coffee or tea. At more than 3000 meters above sea level we will stop for a succulent breakfast consisting of bread with butter and jam, juice and coffee or tea. Delicious! With our batteries recharged, we will head towards the Cruz del Condor viewpoint. From here you will be able to admire the Colca Canyon in all its splendor. Did you know that it is one of the deepest canyons in the world? In addition, we will see the occasional condor, as this area is perfect for the flight of this species of bird. We will leave the viewpoint and continue the route visiting other villages and viewpoints of the Colca Canyon as Wayrapunko or Antahuillque. Around 11:30 a.m. we will head to the thermal baths of Chacapi, where you will spend an hour enjoying its natural pools. After this dip, we will return to Chivay, where you will have free time to have lunch on your own. Finally, we will meet again and head for Puno, our final destination. During the six-hour drive, we will make stops to stretch our legs at the Patapampa viewpoint, from where you will be able to admire the majesty of the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. We will also stop at the Salinas Reserve and Lagunillas, to see if we are lucky enough to get a close look at some of the herds of camelids or flocks of wild birds that inhabit these areas. We will finish the excursion at the Puno Terminal at approximately 7:30 pm.

Start the activity early in the morning with the pickup from your accommodation in Arequipa city to get transferred to Chivay town (Chivay is the starting town to visit the Colca canyon). At Arrival to Chivay town, Breakfast (included) will be provided in our restaurant. After breakfast we will continue our trip heading to the famous natural viewpoint La Cruz del Condor. On the way we will have stops through the picturesque towns of Coporaque and Maca where you will see the local dressed witth their colorful garments. Find amazing views of the Inca agricultural terraces and andean sceneries from the natural viewpoint of Antahuilque. At arrival to La cruz del Condor, have breathtaking views of the Colca Canyon and also gaze the majestic flight of the Condor. After visiting the Colca Canyon, we return to Chivay town and enjoy a relaxing time in the Hot springs La Calera, our guide will assist you coordinating the visit. Ending the excursion, lunch will be provided in Chivay town (if you selected the option when booking). After lunch you will be transferred to Puno city, During the trip, enjoy fascinating views of the Andes with stops in the vast natural reserve: Salinas and Aguada Blanca where you will be able to observe Lamas, Alpacas and Vicunas (an endangered wild specie from alpaca's family) in their natural habitat. On the halfway, we stop on the highest point on the route, at Patapampa natural viewpoint, at 4,900 meters above sea level. Get breathtaking views of the andean volcanic mountain range. The arrival to Puno city will be approximately by 7:00 PM.

Discover the islands of Lake Titicaca on this 2-day tour from Puno. Spend the night at a homestay on Amantani Island and learn about local traditions. Day 1: Uros Islands and Amantani Head to the legendary floating reed islands by motorboat. On Amantani Island the tour breaks into smaller groups for stays with local families. Trek to the top of the mountain to see the Temples of the Pachamama and Pachatata. Authentic food will be prepared and music performed by your designated family. Day 2: Taquile Island – Puno After breakfast, take a short boat ride to nearby Taquile island and meet locals known for their intricate weavings. Return to Puno after lunch, arriving between 3:15 PM and 3:30 PM.

Join a half-day guided tour to visit the famous floating islands on Lake Titicaca where the Uros people live and discover the rich history of this culture established over 3,000 years ago.  Embark on a boat from to the main port of Punos towards the floating islands located in the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, where today around 2,000 inhabitants live. Be amazed by the unique sight of the 80 floating islands that have been built of totora, an aquatic plant that grows on the surface of the lake.  Learn how the totora is woven and laid and layered to build the surface of each island. The Uros people trade the plant and also use to build their houses, to cook, and in their cuisine. As an optional activity, It is possible to make a journey in a boat called "Balsa de Totora", a traditional form of aquatic transport also made from the aquatic plant.