3-Day Puno &Titicaca Islands Tour from Cusco: Titicaca Lake, Uros and Taquile

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Product Code: 711771

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    Andahuaylillas. A unique opportunity to enter a work of art in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. Visit the San Pedro Apostol Church, also called the "Sistine Chapel of America" for its Renaissance-Baroque style and the fascinating frescoes that decorate its entire interior.
    • Racchi. This archaeological site preserves part of the Wiracocha temple, an impressive construction that, they say, had the highest roof in the entire empire. In the place, there are also stores, rooms and "Inca baths" with permanent water supply.
    • Titicaca Lake: It is the highest navigable lake in the world and its islands are home to several communities that keep their millenary culture alive. According to legend, it was the birthplace of Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo, founders of the Inca Empire.
Tour Code
711771
Duration
3 day
Departure City
Cusco
End City
Puno
Language
English, Spanish

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Natural Landscapes

Natural beauty, scenic views.

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Easy

Perfect for any fitness level

Quality: Budget Friendly

Experience the most affordable tour service and accommodation with fast-paced itineraries. Enjoy budget hotels, certified guides, and included transportation. Please note that a mandatory service fee and additional costs for optional activities may apply.

Itinerary

Day 01
Cusco

Cusco - Puno

Hotel: Puno Hotel (Optional hotel types: Comfort, Standard, Superior, First Class, Luxury) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Excluded

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel then transfer to the bus station to start your journey through the impressive landscape of the Andes to Puno.

Your first stop of the day is in Andahuaylillas, a town located around 40 kilometres away from Cusco. The main attraction here is the local Church, known as the "Sistine Chapel of America" owing to the high quality of art found inside. Continue the journey to Racchi, home to the Wiracocha Temple, a striking rectangular structure measuring 30 metres wide and 20 metres high. Lunch will be taken in the town of Sicuani before you head to La Raya, the highest point of the trip between Puno and Cusco, at the dizzying altitude of 4,313 metres above sea level. 

The next stop is the town of Pucara, the first urban settlement on Lake Titicaca, established between 100 and 300 A.D. Visit some of the monoliths from the town's pre-Inca site at the Pucara Lithic Museum before completing the final part of the journey to Puno. Once in the city, a representative will check you in to your hotel.

 

Tips:
* Reference hotels in Puno:
- Comfort hotel (Urban area): Casa Andina Classic Tikarani, Casona Plaza, Hacienda Puno or equivalent
- Standard hotel (Lake area): Intiqa Hotel, Lake Titicaca Hotel or equivalent
- Standard hotel (Urban area): La Hacienda Plaza Armas, Tierra Viva Puno Plaza or equivalent
- Superior hotel (Lake area): Jose Antonio or equivalent
- Fist Class hotel (Lake area): Sonesta Posada del Inka, Casa Andina Premium Puno or equivalent
- Luxury hotel (Lake area): GHL Lago Titicaca or equivalent

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Excluded
Day 02
Puno

Puno / Lake Titicaca: Uros and Taquile

Hotel: Puno Hotel (Optional hotel types: Comfort, Standard, Superior, First Class, Luxury) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Excluded

After breakfast at the hotel, travel to the port of Puno where a boat will be waiting to take you to the beautiful Uros Islands. The Uros are an indigenous people of Peru that live on a series of human-made islands, created entirely from the buoyant totora reeds that grow abundantly in the shallows of the lake. The islands are composed of layers of woven totora, which are regularly replenished from the top as they rot from the bottom. The Uros people also use reeds to construct their homes, so cooking is done outdoors to avoid possible fires!

After visiting this fascinating island, sail to Taquile, a small slice of heaven that once belonged to the Inca Empire. Look around and notice traces of its Incan past in the ruins that still exist around the island. 

After a brief introduction, the local community will give you an insight into their customs and traditions with a cultural demonstration. Lunch is enjoyed on the island before the return trip to Puno.

 

Tips:
* Reference hotels in Puno:
- Comfort hotel (Urban area): Casa Andina Classic Tikarani, Casona Plaza, Hacienda Puno or equivalent
- Standard hotel (Lake area): Intiqa Hotel, Lake Titicaca Hotel or equivalent
- Standard hotel (Urban area): La Hacienda Plaza Armas, Tierra Viva Puno Plaza or equivalent
- Superior hotel (Lake area): Jose Antonio or equivalent
- Fist Class hotel (Lake area): Sonesta Posada del Inka, Casa Andina Premium Puno or equivalent
- Luxury hotel (Lake area): GHL Lago Titicaca or equivalent

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Titicaca Lake Titicaca
  • Uros Islands Uros Islands
  • Taquile Island Taquile Island

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Excluded
Day 03
Puno

Puno - Home

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

During the morning, you will be transferred to Puno's airport for your departure flight.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Airport drop-off information】
Drop-off location: Puno Airport (airport code: JUL)
Drop-off time: According to the guest's departure flight time at Puno Airport (JUL)

Meeting Point

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07:00AM Cusco Free pick-up from hotels in Cusco city (please note hotel information when placing an order)

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Cusco

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Operated with a guide in Spanish and English
    • Two nights of accommodation in Puno
    • Daily breakfast in the hotel from day 2
    • Lunch on the route from Cusco on day 1 and in Taquile on day 2
    • Transfers from Cusco to Puno by bus in shared services
    • From/to the bus station in private hotel in shared services
    • All the visits mentioned in the above itinerary: Andahuaylillas, Racchi and Pucara on the route
    • Cusco/Puno, and excursion to the Uros and Taquile Islands

Package Excludes

    • Expenses of a personal nature, beverages and meals not stated in the programme
    • Tips for driver and guide
    • Mandatory supplementary for special dates like Easter Holidays, Inti Raymi, National Holidays, Christmas and New Year's mentioned separately
    • International flights to Peru
    • Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning)

Special Notes

    Cancellation Policy:
    Once all orders are confirmed, our company will immediately purchase the tickets. If the customer changes or refunds after ordering, the tickets cannot be refunded or changed! The remaining amount is the remaining amount after deducting the tickets:
    - When the number of people in the order is 1-9: If the cancellation is made 18 days before departure (inclusive), 10% of the  remaining amount will be charged; If the cancellation is made within 17 days before departure (inclusive), 100% of the remaining amount will be charged;
    - When the number of people in the order is 10-15: If the cancellation is made 33 days before departure (inclusive), 10% of the remaining amount will be charged; If the cancellation is made within 32 days before departure (inclusive), 100% of the remaining amount will be charged;
    Notes:
    - These package policies apply for Comfot to First Superior categories.
    - For luxury category, the cancellation policies will be sent by your reservation specialist.
    - In case of no-shows (defined according to hotel policy), there will be a surcharge of 18% (IGV - General Sales Tax) in addition to the rate.
    - Groups with over 17 passengers or Incentive Groups may have special cancellation policies depending to the hotels used.
    • This trip can be made for 2 people.
    • Please ensure you are in good health to participate in this tour.
    • If you have any special dietary requirements, please make sure to note them in advance.
    • This price is not applicable to local residents of Peru and tourists who stay in the country for more than 60 days (staying in Lima for 4 nights or more).
    • Prices are subject to change without notice and can only be guaranteed after booking.
    • In case of holiday breaks, special circumstances and other reasons, the tour guide will adjust the itinerary according to the actual situation.
    • In case of tight hotel room supply, we may change you to a hotel of the same level. Thank you for your understanding and support.
    If the departure date is: Easter holiday (March 24-31), Peruvian Sun Festival (June 22-28), national statutory holidays (July 27-31), Christmas, New Year, conferences or special events, there will be holiday surcharges, and you need to confirm the price with customer service twice.
    Bus luggage regulations: Passengers can carry up to 20 kg of checked luggage and 5 kg of hand luggage. The excess will be determined according to the passenger capacity of the bus and will be charged an additional fee.
    • According to the policy of each hotel, breakfast has a designated time, generally 06:00-10:00. If the passenger transfers or checks out before the designated time, the passenger will lose this offer and cannot get compensation at other hotels. Room service or boxed breakfast service is available at an additional cost and cannot be compensated for breakfast not being available.
    • We recommend that visitors wear comfortable and light clothing when visiting the coastal areas of Peru and warm clothing when in the Andean highlands. Visitors are advised not to wear sleeves, shorts, skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and mosquito repellent are very useful during your stay.
    • Please do not buy wild animals and try to keep your distance; avoid buying endangered species products; minimize water and energy consumption; reduce the use of plastic products; avoid using sprays, including mosquito repellent, sunscreen, sunscreen, etc.; ask for consent before taking photos of others; do not include minors in photos; respect local beliefs and traditions. Respect instructions for the protection of tangible heritage.
    • We are not responsible for emergencies such as strikes, climate change or natural disasters. As an intermediary for booking services, we are not responsible for the quality or suitability of services, death, injury, disease damage, accident, loss, theft or loss of goods, delays or any other irregularities caused directly or indirectly by the suppliers of the services provided.
  • Reservations must include each passenger's full name, nationality, passport number, age and date of birth.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room.
* Triple room price does not include the price of an additional bed in the room. An additional bed must be requested separately at the time of registration. Due to the limited space and additional beds in the hotel standard room, please consult the hotel service desk for additional beds. We cannot guarantee the success of adding beds.
* When booking, if there is no special requirement, the default is the hotel's ordinary double bed room; if there is a special requirement for the room type or bed type, additional fees may be incurred.
* Each room can accommodate up to 3 people (adults and children combined). Peru does not provide quadruple rooms.
* Infants under 1 year and 11 months old are free of charge; the default child price is 2-10 years old without occupying a bed.
* All rates are per person and apply to foreign passengers only.
* THIRD PERSON/ CHILD CONDITIONS
- CHD from 0 to 1 year 11 months does not pay (does not occupy bed)
- CHD from 2 to 5 years is considered CHD rate without bed
- CHD from 6 to 10 years is considered CHD rate with bed

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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