The Route of the Sun from Puno to Cusco is a spectacular journey through southern Peru. This route connects Lake Titicaca with the capital of the Inca Empire, passing through stunning Andean landscapes, traditional villages, and archaeological sites of great historical and cultural significance.
Our adventure along the Route of the Sun from Puno to Cusco begins with a pick-up from your hotel in the city of Puno. Our first stop will be Pukará, a pre-Inca ceremonial center known for its stone sculptures and the iconic Toritos de Pukará, symbols of protection and good fortune. We then head to La Raya, the highest point of the journey, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and herds of llamas and alpacas.
Next, we continue to Sicuani, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring traditional local flavors, before heading to Raqchi, home to the impressive Temple of Wiracocha, one of the Inca Empire’s most sacred sites.
Our final stop is Andahuaylillas, where the Church of San Pedro, known as the Sistine Chapel of America, captivates visitors with its golden altars and baroque artwork.
Finally, we’ll arrive in Cusco and take you to your hotel near the historic center, concluding our journey rich in culture and stunning landscapes.
The journey is a full-day experience. The complete tour (including visits and stops) lasts approximately 9 to 10 hours in total. It generally starts in Puno between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., with arrival in Cusco between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
The highest point is the La Raya pass, which acts as a natural boundary between Puno and Cusco. Here you can enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped mountains and Andean camelids. The approximate altitude is 4,335 meters above sea level (m.a.s.l.).
In Sicuani, the tour includes a delicious buffet lunch featuring a variety of traditional dishes with local Andean flavors, designed to be substantial and provide a comfortable rest stop.
Yes, all entrance tickets are included in the tour price.
Upon arrival in Cusco, the service will transfer you from the bus terminal directly to your hotel in or near the Historic Center, ensuring your comfort after the long journey.
Our adventure along the Route of the Sun from Puno to Cusco begins with a pick-up from your hotel in the city of Puno. Our first stop will be Pukará, a pre-Inca ceremonial center known for its stone sculptures and the iconic Toritos de Pukará, symbols of protection and good fortune. We then head to La Raya, the highest point of the journey, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and herds of llamas and alpacas.
Next, we continue to Sicuani, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring traditional local flavors, before heading to Raqchi, home to the impressive Temple of Wiracocha, one of the Inca Empire’s most sacred sites.
Our final stop is Andahuaylillas, where the Church of San Pedro, known as the Sistine Chapel of America, captivates visitors with its golden altars and baroque artwork.
Finally, we’ll arrive in Cusco and take you to your hotel near the historic center, concluding our journey rich in culture and stunning landscapes.
The journey is a full-day experience. The complete tour (including visits and stops) lasts approximately 9 to 10 hours in total. It generally starts in Puno between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., with arrival in Cusco between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
The highest point is the La Raya pass, which acts as a natural boundary between Puno and Cusco. Here you can enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped mountains and Andean camelids. The approximate altitude is 4,335 meters above sea level (m.a.s.l.).
In Sicuani, the tour includes a delicious buffet lunch featuring a variety of traditional dishes with local Andean flavors, designed to be substantial and provide a comfortable rest stop.
Yes, all entrance tickets are included in the tour price.
Upon arrival in Cusco, the service will transfer you from the bus terminal directly to your hotel in or near the Historic Center, ensuring your comfort after the long journey.
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