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Puno – Traditional Puno Package + Islands 4d/3n from Puno

4d/3n
Groups: Up to 15 People
Difficulty: 6
Available: All year
Puno Airport
Min Age: 6+

Puno, located on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, is home to cultural and historical attractions that are more than a thousand years old. The city of Puno stands out for its history, architecture, and urban viewpoints, while in its surroundings lies the archaeological complex of the Chullpas de Sillustani, an area of monumental pre-Hispanic burial towers. In the lake’s environment, you will find the Uros Island, a community that lives on floating artificial platforms built with totora reeds; Amantaní Island, characterized by the preservation of Andean customs, homestays with local families, and the pre-Hispanic temples of Pachatata and Pachamama; and Taquile Island, recognized by UNESCO due to the exclusivity and preservation of its traditional textile art. Discover the historical and cultural wealth that this destination protects in each of its settings!

What will you discover in this Package?

City of Puno.
City Tour: Puno’s Main Square (Plaza de Armas), Puma Uta Viewpoint, Capachica and Chucuito Peninsulas, Puno Cathedral, Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Candelaria, Pino Park, San Carlos School, Carlos Dreyer Municipal Museum, and the Sillustani Treasure, or Tour to the Chullpas of Sillustani: Atuncolla Community, Umayo Lagoon, Sillustani Archaeological Complex, and Hatun Isla.
2d/1n Tour to Lake Titicaca: Lake Titicaca National Reserve, Uros Floating Islands, Amantaní Island, Pachatata Temple or Pachamama Temple (Amantaní Island), and Taquile Island.

Pick-up place

Juliaca Airport.

See the route and distances here: Google Maps

Includes

Private airport/hotel/airport transfers.
2 nights of lodging in a 3-star superior hotel in a Standard Matrimonial or Double room + breakfasts.
City tour in Puno or Half-Day Tour to the Chullpas of Sillustani in private service.
Entrance ticket to the Carlos Dreyer Municipal Museum or Entrance ticket to the Sillustani Archaeological Complex.
2d/1n Tour to the Uros, Amantaní, and Taquile Islands in shared service.
Water transportation by boat for Uros Floating Islands/Amantaní Island/Taquile Island/Port of Puno.
Entrance ticket to the Uros, Amantaní, and Taquile Islands.
1 night of lodging at a host home of community members on Amantaní Island.
Lunch and dinner in Amantaní (DAY 2).
Breakfast in Amantaní (DAY 3).
Professional tour guide for all cultural tour services.
Tourist bus for land transfers.

Not Included

Airfare. We can assist you with the booking process at no additional cost.
Dinners and any other services not mentioned are not included.
Travel insurance and tips are also not included.

Price

One person traveling alone: US$ 369
Two people traveling together: US$ 255

Price per person.
Prices are not valid on holidays or long weekends.
Rates are subject to hotel availability.
If you are traveling as a group and would like to book, write to us at info@360explora.com.pe to request a quote.
REMEMBER, this itinerary is 100% customizable, meaning you can add or remove activities as needed and upgrade your hotel category.

To detail

This package will begin on the first day with the activity of your choice, where you can select a fascinating City Tour through the historic streets and viewpoints of Puno, ascending to the Puma Uta Viewpoint to appreciate a spectacular view of the bay and visiting the Cathedral, the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Candelaria next to Pino Park, and the Carlos Dreyer Museum to see the Sillustani Treasure (an archaeological burial complex). Alternatively, you can opt for an excursion to the archaeological mystery of the Chullpas de Sillustani and the rural traditions of the town of Atuncolla, where you will visit a family home, meet camelids and traditional Toritos de Pukara, and then walk toward the imposing pre-Hispanic burial towers of the Pukara, Tiahuanaco, and Inca cultures that rise in front of the Umayo Lake and Hatun Isla.

The next day, your journey will take on a different magic as you venture into the heart of Lake Titicaca, sailing through landscapes inhabited by wild birds until landing on the Uros Island. Here you will discover the amazing ingenuity of this ancestral people who weave totora reed blocks to float on the water, opening the doors of their homes to show you their hunting and fishing techniques, as well as their colorful handmade crafts. The journey continues to Amantaní Island, where a family of Quechua origin will give you a warm welcome to stay in their traditional home; in the afternoon, you will walk toward the sacred peaks of the Pachatata or Pachamama temples to experience the mysticism of the payment to the earth while contemplating an unforgettable sunset, closing the day with a homemade dinner and a joyful local party wearing the traditional costumes of the region.

Your last morning will awaken with the aroma of a traditional Andean breakfast before departing by boat toward Taquile Island, a place where time seems to have stopped and whose textile art is so perfect that it is protected by UNESCO. Accompanied by your guide, you will ascend to the main square to visit the Santiago Artisan Association, where you will admire unique hand-woven garments made by the community members themselves, then join them in a festive dance and enjoy a local lunch in front of the immensity of the lake. Finally, after capturing spectacular postcards from its natural viewpoints, you will descend the famous 500 stone steps toward the pier to board the return boat that will take you back to Puno. Come and discover the magic of the Altiplano and live an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Titicaca!

Location: Puno District, Puno Department, Peru.
Distance from Lima to Puno by plane: 1 hour 40 minutes (Arrival airport: Juliaca). Juliaca - Puno Main Square: 45 minutes by road.
Maximum altitude in Puno: 3827 meters of altitude (12,556 feet).
IMPORTANT: Have good acclimatization to the altitude.
Climate: Cold and semi-dry. Average annual temperature: 15°C (59°F) daytime - 0°C (32°F) nighttime.
Low season: September to March (rainy season).
High season: from April to August and during the Festivity of the Virgen de la Candelaria (Jan 24 to Feb 13).

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Itinerary

Day 1CITY OF PUNO AND HALF-DAY TOUR (CITY TOUR OR CHULLPAS DE SILLUSTANI)

Activity to be carried out according to your choice.

10:20: Arrival in Juliaca and transfer to the hotel in Puno. (recommended time).
11:30: Arrival in Puno and check-in at the hotel.

OPTION 1: CITY OF PUNO + SANCTUARY OF THE VIRGEN DE LA CANDELARIA.

14:00: Meeting at the Main Square and start of the City Tour through the city of Puno.
14:15: Arrival at the Puma Uta Viewpoint, from this strategic spot you will enjoy spectacular views of Lake Titicaca and learn about the origins of the city.
14:45: Descent to the historic heart. A walk through the Main Square and the Cathedral to immerse yourself in the legends told by its carved stone walls.
15:15: Stop at the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Candelaria. An encounter with local faith to understand why this festivity is a World Heritage Site.
15:45: Tour of Pino Park (Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Candelaria) and the historic San Carlos School. You will feel the identity and vibrant pulse of the Altiplano in these areas full of life.
16:15: Visit to the Carlos Dreyer Municipal Museum. Time to admire the impressive Sillustani Treasure, a journey into the art and grandeur of pre-Inca cultures.
17:00: End of the tour at the Main Square. Free afternoon and evening for overnight stay.

OPTION 2: CHULLPAS DE SILLUSTANI.

13:45: Pickup from your accommodation and start of the half-day tour to the Chullpas de Sillustani.
14:00: Brief stop at the Puma Viewpoint to enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Puno and the majestic Lake Titicaca.
14:20: Start of the road trip heading north. During the approximately one-hour journey, you will enjoy the rural landscapes and the tranquility of the altiplano.
15:20: Arrival at the Atuncolla community, where you will visit a family home to get an up-close look at the camelids (llamas and alpacas), taste local products, and learn about the agricultural traditions of the area.
16:00: Entrance to the Sillustani archaeological complex. Start of the guided hike toward the imposing chullpas, exploring their history and enjoying the views toward the Umayo Lake and Hatun Isla. Free time for photographs and contemplation.
17:45: Start of the return journey toward the city of Puno.
18:30: Approximate arrival in the city of Puno. Free afternoon and evening for overnight stay.

Day 22D/1N TOUR (VISIT TO UROS AND AMANTANÍ ISLANDS WITH OVERNIGHT STAY).

07:00: Breakfast at the hotel.
07:50: Pickup of passengers from their accommodation to begin the 2d/1n Tour in the islands of Lake Titicaca.
08:00: Departure of the boat toward the Lake Titicaca National Reserve for bird watching and unique landscapes.
08:30: Visit to the Uros Floating Islands to learn about the culture of the Aymara people and sail in their traditional rafts.
10:30: Arrival at Amantaní Island and reception by Quechua families to enter the accommodations.
13:00: Traditional lunch prepared with local products by the host family.
15:00: Start of the hike toward the Pachamama Temple or Pachatata Temple, to learn about the history and rituals of the island.
17:45: Watching the sunset from the natural viewpoint of the temple and descent toward the homes.
19:00: Family dinner at the assigned accommodation to share moments of coexistence.
20:00: Attendance at the traditional music and dance show, where you will have the opportunity to wear the traditional clothing of the area.
21:00: Overnight stay at the local family’s home, concluding the day’s activities.

Day 3VISIT TO TAQUILE ISLANDS AND RETURN TO PUNO.

06:30: Traditional breakfast with the local family.
07:00: Emotional farewell moment before heading to the island’s pier.
07:30: Departure of the boat towards the picturesque Taquile Island, our third island visit.
08:45: Arrival at Taquile Island and start of the ascent to the town accompanied by your assigned guide.
10:00: Cultural exhibition about the social laws and unique textile art of the inhabitants of Taquile, plus the opportunity to participate in a local dance, and where you will have time to take photos with the locals and their typical attire.
12:00: Tour through the town of Taquile and visit to the natural viewpoints with panoramic views of the lake.
13:00: Authentic lunch in front of the lake (not included).
14:00: Descent to the port to board the return boat.
14:30: Start of the boat trip back to the Puno pier.
16:00: Arrival at the Puno pier and transfer to the Historic Center. Free afternoon and evening for the overnight stay.

Day 4END OF TOURS

07:30: Buffet breakfast at the hotel. (Suggested time).
10:00: Transfer Hotel/Juliaca Airport or bus station (recommended time). End of our services.

FAQs

What is the best time of year to visit Puno?

The city of Puno can be visited year-round, but take note of the two most distinct seasons in terms of weather. For example, if your trip is between September and March (don’t forget to pack waterproof clothing), because it will be the rainy season. But if your trip is between April and August (then you can enjoy the dry season), where you will find clear, sunny skies and a very pleasant daytime temperature (approximately 15-20°C).

What important details should I know about this package?

The tours are offered in private service, meaning that both the transport capacity and the guiding service are uniquely and exclusively for the passengers who take this package, with the exception of the following tours, detailed below:

– 2D/1N TOUR TO THE UROS, AMANTANÍ, AND TAQUILE ISLANDS: Vehicle seats will be occupied on a first-come, first-served basis, and passengers must return in the same seat they occupied when the tour started. In order to comply with the itinerary, you are kindly requested to be very attentive at the time of boarding to meet the departure and return schedules.

How long in advance can I make a reservation?

A minimum of 20 days before the scheduled travel date and/or subject to space availability. If you are from a neighboring country or any other part of the world, we recommend booking at least 30 days in advance, or 2 months if your arrival date falls during the high season in Puno.

Do I need to carry an ID document during the tours?

Yes, it is essential for all participants to carry a valid ID card (DNI), Alien Registration Card (Carnet de Extranjería), or Passport during all the tours included in the package.

Don’t forget to review our full T&Cs on our website. Terms and Conditions.

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