Project Description
PUNO
3 Days
“Puno is the gateway to Lake Titicaca, the highest lake in the world at over 3830 masl and worth the additional exploring to really get know the special cultures and interesting lifestyle that has lasted for centuries.“
A totally different world exists on the lake, the incredible man-made island of Uros composed entirely of Totora reeds that grow in the lake. The people of Uros have managed to make a sustainable living on this island for thousands of years, even before the Inca Empire rose to greatness. Many of their original and ancestral traditions are carried on today and the intricately woven island, boats and homes of Totora reeds are renowned all over the world for their meticulous perfection and durability. In addition to Uros Island, there is another small, but well-known island on Lake Titicaca called Taquile. The rocky topography of the island is home to pre-Columbian ruins and has become a popular visit due to the allure of the closely united community who even run their own tourism on the island and specialize in handmade textiles and knitted materials of high quality.
3 Days Titicaca Lake
ITINERARY
Andahuaylillas church: This Baroque church is referred to as the Andean Sistine Chapel because of its dazzling display of murals and interior gold-leaf decor, produced by a blend of Spanish design with indigenous culture.
Raqchi: This is the temple of Wiracocha, known as the giver of all life by the Inca. The temple is monumental with 100 meters in length and 26 meters in width, reaching 14 meters in height. The temple is divided in two and still retains the base of eleven giant columns. It is truly a magnificent sight to behold.
Museum of Pukara: This small stone museum is proudly run by the locals of Pukara with ancient carvings, pottery and tools believed to have been used from 400 BC to 800 AD.
You’ll also visit the island of Taquile. The community is one of the most peaceful, they live in perfect harmony with their environment. They direct their own tourism with no influence from the mainland. They wear their traditional dress and maintain a strong sense of pride and individuality, making the visit all the more interesting. You’ll have lunch here and return to Puno after.
Prices 2022
Prices Per Person
| HOTEL ACCOMMODATION | FIRST | MID-RANGE | STANDARD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Guest | $ 838.00 | $ 788.00 | $ 625.00 |
| 2 Guests | $ 475.00 | $ 438.00 | $ 375.00 |
| 3 Guests | $ 450.00 | $ 425.00 | $ 338.00 |
| 4-5 Guests | $ 450.00 | $ 413.00 | $ 325.00 |
| Single Supplement | $ 199.00 | $ 199.00 | $ 99.00 |
INCLUDED:
Private services with local English-speaking guide
Services and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary
Meals as per itinerary
Permanent assistance by our operations department
Accommodations at selected hotels
NOT INCLUDED:
- All air transportation
Meals and services not mentioned in the program
Personal expenses
Laundry, phone bills, or any extra expenses
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What our customers say
Dear Veronica,
My husband Pradip, Vajarias and I want to thank you for organizing our fantastic trip to Peru.
All the tour guides and the transfers were very smooth. Hotels were excellent. All the tour guides organized were very well informed and in Cusco our tour guide helped us to get to the airport safely when there was a transportation strike.
We had amazing experience in Amazon at Refugio Amazonas lodge too.
Thanks again.
Alka Amin
Mario Antonio, UK, May 2019Dear Gabriela,
Good Morning.My husband Pradip, Vajarias and I want to thank you for organizing our fantastic trip to Peru.
All the tour guides and the transfers were very smooth. Hotels were excellent. All the tour guides organized were very well informed and in Cusco our tour guide helped us to get to the airport safely when there was a transportation strike.
We had amazing experience in Amazon at Refugio Amazonas lodge too.
Thanks again.
Alka Amin
Alka Amin, USA, May 2018
