Top Puno Archaeology Tours - page 2

This experience is led by a local spiritual guide. Hike to Aramu Muru, a door-like stone structure near Lake Titicaca known as “Gate of the Gods,” to make offerings to Mother Nature. The experience includes ceremonies, meditations, offerings, and rituals to absorb the vortex energy of this interdimensional doorway. Pachamana offerings are included in the price.

Embark on a half-day tour to Lake Umayo's Sillustani, known for its impressive funeral towers. Set out from Puno to this pre-Incan burial ground belonging to Peru's indigenous Colla people. Explore the grounds and learn about the Colla civilization, inhabitants of the surrounding lands years before the Inca people. Your trip includes round-trip hotel transport.

Discover the history of the pre-Inca civilizations in and around Lake Titicaca during this full-day private tour to the archaeological site of Tiwanaku. Explore the Inca settlements around this iconic Andean lake while en route to Tiwanaku, stopping to visit Inca Uyo, Aramu Muru and more. Then cross over into Bolivia to discover this fascinating ancient city, including its Door of the Sun, Pyramid of Akapana and Museum of Stones. A private guide, all entrance fees, lunch and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Experience three highlights of Puno in one carefully planned day: the living culture of the Uros Floating Islands, an à la carte gourmet lunch at Tulipans Restaurant, and the ancient funerary towers of Sillustani. This unique combination brings together Lake Titicaca, contemporary Peruvian cuisine, archaeology, and spectacular Altiplano scenery, with bilingual guiding, admission fees, transportation, and central Puno hotel pickup included.

Uros Tour full day - Taquile It is a mystical balance with the environment, Lake Titicaca shows its natural wealth. Its cold blue waters surround the city of Puno and show fantastic places that keep its history and tradition intact. This source of life and development seeks, with tourism, to preserve its incredible culture and landscapes. In addition, the legend tells that from this famous lake were born Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo, founders of the Inca Empire. Titicaca is the highest and navigable lake in the world, this Natural Heritage of Peru is located in the Puno region and is shared with the neighboring country of Bolivia. The islands that inhabit this majestic place are Taquile, Amantaní and Uros, the same ones that maintain their pre-Columbian traditions and customs.

After lunch, join this half day tour from Puno to visit the funeral towers of Sillustani. The towers are also called chullpas. They were made of stone and used by many cultures, like the Collas and Incas. Find the Lizard that stands out for being the highest tower. Also see the waru waru earth mounds built to protect the area from flood and frost, and look for wild animals.

Explore both Cusco’s historic center and five ancient Inca ruins on its periphery on a sightseeing tour that’s designed with history buffs in mind. Traveling by vehicle allows you to cover more sights in less time, making this tour ideal for visitors in a rush. Plus, exploring the archeological sites with a guide gives endows the ruins with crucial context.

Archaeological complex of Sillustani, one of the most important necropolis of the Collas, Lupacas and Inkas Cultures of the Altiplano

Many tourists upon arriving in Puno are unaware of many magical places to visit, that is why we have developed this tour with the purpose of showing the world the beauty in relation to the attractions on the Aymara Route, and spending the night in a city that has a lot to offer. Juli tells that it has the title of America's Little Rome which recalls the coincidence that in this city, as in ancient Rome, there are four important temples. Named: San Pedro, San Juan de Letrán, Santa María de la Asunción and La Santa Cruz. True architectural jewels, not only for the magnificence of their interiors, but also for the extraordinary quality with which their goldsmiths built them. With an evident mestizo influence on European styles. If you want to live an unconventional experience, visit a new essential tourist destination full of archaeological sites, history, and culture.

Escape the crowds of Machu Picchu and Lima and see a different side of Peru on a 2-night tour of Lake Titicaca and Uros Islands (Islas Uros) from Cusco. On the way to Puno, you’ll stop at sights such as San Pedro de Andahuaylillas (Sistine Chapel of the Americas) and La Raya Pass, take a boat ride on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, and explore the Uros Islands (Islas Uros) and Taquile Island (Isla Taquile), a UNESCO Intangible Human Heritage Site. Two nights 3-star accommodation, select meals, guided tours, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco are included.

We do this tour by van, mini bus depending on the number of passengers. It is the best option to visit Sillustani in the morning, The Church of Santiago, the catacombs and the hatchery of chinchillas. We will see the beautiful replica of Michelangelo’s La Pietá Sculpture in Lamba and we will carry out an activity of painting bulls in pukara.

Belmond Andean Explorer is South America’s first luxury train that combines genuine daytime getaways with sleeping accommodations at night, all while traversing the Peruvian Andes. With a morning departure from Cusco, the capital of the ancient Inca Empire, you will cross the Altiplano towards Puno, and discover the spectacular beauty of Lake Titicaca. Next visit the Sumbay Caves, home to the rock art of the first humans that lived in the Peruvian highlands, before reaching the volcanic "White City" of Arequipa.

This tour is perfect, it leaves in the afternoon and it is a short time to be picked up from the hotel and returned to the hotel.

Enrich your knowledge of ancient Andean cultures on a private half-day trip to Portal de Aramu Muru from Puno. Ideal for history buffs, this tour covers the colonial town of Chucuito, the fertility temple of Inca Uyo, and the sacred portal of Aramu Muru, surrounded by picturesque rock formations. Choose from morning or afternoon departure, and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Puno.

In Peru, there exists a civilization that lives and works on islands made entirely out of woven reeds. The Uros people, who still live on floating islands on Lake Titicaca, only speak Aymara, so unless you’re fluent in the dialect, you won’t be able to unlock the secrets of their mysterious society without a guide. On this half-day tour, you'll tour to islands by boat and gain insight in Puno's preserved culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off, island admission ticket, boat, and bilingual guide provided.

Mesmerizing Salt Flats: Explore the endless, dazzling expanse of the Uyuni Salt Flats, where the ground reflects the sky, creating a stunning mirror effect during the rainy season. Train Cemetery Visit: Wander through the haunting Train Cemetery, filled with rusted locomotives that tell the story of Bolivia’s industrial past and the decline of railway transport. Unique Bolivian Landscapes: Discover a variety of unique Bolivian landscapes, from salt deserts and colorful lagoons to volcanic formations and cactus-covered islands. Surreal and Otherworldly Experience: Immerse yourself in a surreal and otherworldly experience, where the horizon seems to disappear, offering moments of wonder and perfect photo opportunities.

Ancient Stone Burial Towers: Discover the impressive ancient stone burial towers, known as chullpas, built to honor noble ancestors and preserve their remains for generations. Stunning Lake Umayo Backdrop: Take in the spectacular scenery of Lake Umayo, whose tranquil waters and surrounding landscapes provide a picturesque setting for these historical sites. Pre-Inca Civilization: Explore the remnants of a pre-Inca civilization that flourished in this region, showcasing remarkable engineering and cultural sophistication. Colla People's Customs: Learn about the customs and spiritual beliefs of the Colla people, who built these tombs to reflect their deep respect for the dead and their connection to the afterlife.

Explore the idyllic floating islands of Lake Titicaca on an exciting full-day tour from Puno. Visit Uros and Taquile to gain insight into the indigenous inhabitants of the unique islands; ride the gentle waters of the world’s highest lake on a boat; and enjoy an authentic experience of a culture untouched by mainland modernity. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off is included in this tour.

Embark on a day tour of Lake Titicaca, a large mountain lake that serves as a natural border between Peru and Bolivia. Depart your Puno hotel (Puno is a 4-hour drive from Peru's second most populous city, Arequipa) for port, then set out via motorboat toward the floating Uros Islands. Visit two of these dozens of man-made islands—each constructed from native reeds found in the lake's shallow waters—and learn about their distinct inhabitants and culture as you go. Next, continue to Taquile island, home to some of Peru's best weavers.

Visit the Sun Island on the southern portion of Lake Titicaca on this full-day tour from Puno. Explore the archaeological site of Pilkokayna where the Incas built many structures to worship the God of the Sun, Inti. Then, head to Yumani, the site of the fountain of youth in Inca mythology, as well as the pre-Columbian terraces and gardens before heading back to Puno.