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| The department of Puno, bordering with Bolivia, rises over 3,700 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by the magic of Lake Titicaca, the largest in South America and the highest navigable lake in the world. A blend of the Quechua and Aymara cultures can be found in Puno. You will enjoy magnificent landscapes, islands and native communities lost in time, pre-Inca temples dedicated to the sun and the moon, and a cultural identity like no other in the continent. The traveler looking for a real experience will enjoy a visit to the Amantaní and Taquile islands and the unique activities programmed there, while staying with a local family. Another attraction is the floating islands of the Uros, made of totora (reeds), where ancient Andean traditions are still preserved. You can also visit the royal tombs of Sillustani, or simply benefit with the peace and tranquility of one of the most beautiful places in this part of the world. |
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Day 1 | Lima - Puno
Transfer to Lima airport and flight to Juliaca city, at arrival private transport to the city of Puno and overnight in a 3 stars hotel. Free afternoon.
Day 2 | Puno - Sillustani
In the morning we'll visit the archeological complex of Sillustani, and in the afternoon visit to the town of Chuquito.
Day 3 | Puno – Taquile – Amantani
This excursion begins 7:30 am with transfer from your hotel to the port. Then bye motor boat (35 feet long with a covered section in case of rain or cold weather), then you have 10 min. to buy in the port, then you continue to the Taquile island. After 3 hours journey we get to this unique place. There, a long path gradually ascending will take us to the village (50 min. hike approx) to visit the communal cooperative. Lunch at one of the local restaurants. The views are magnificent. Then after lunch you have a walking of 30 min. aprox. to the boat and we will go to the Amantani Island where we overnight with a local family that will provide us with food and shelter. Optional activities for the afternoon, hike to the highest point of the island to watch the sunset or just interact with the locals to the night.
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Day 4 | Amantani – Uros
Breakfast and departure to Uros island. After 3 hours of navigation we will arrive to Uros floating island. We see the houses, the islands and rides on traditional reed boats can be arranged. We visit two of the 30 islands, return to Puno (a half hour return journey). Arrival in the afternoon and transfer to the hotel.
Day 5 | Transfer out
Transfer out to Juliaca airport, flight back to Lima and transfer in at arrival in Lima. End of our services.
Included
All transfers, 3 stars hotel in Puno 3 nights. Taquile, Amantani and Uros islands private tour.
Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner and 1 box lunch.
Staff: Driver and bilingual certified guide.
Not Included:
Additional activities, tips, extra expenses and airport taxes.
Prices
and itineries are subject to changes
in high seasons. Also in options
for trips in
group and Easter. |
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