Top Puno Historical Tours - page 3

Join us on the Quechua Route Tour in Puno, a journey that will take you to charming places filled with history, allowing you to trace back to our pre-Inca and Inca past in Peru You'll visit Sillustani inca tombs, Lampa beautiful colonial church and Pukara archeological museums

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.

Discover one of the world’s largest lakes as you explore Lake Titicaca on this full-day tour from Puno. With a small group, explore the islands of the lake including Uros and Taquile. The island of Uros is made up entirely of reeds and has been around since pre-Inca times. Then, visit Taquile, known for its colorful textiles, to enjoy a delicious lunch and visit a local cooperative.

In this Tour you will enjoy the natural beauty of the highest navigable lake in the world, and you will be able to know some of the curiosities of the culture in the Island of Taquile

In the high-altitude city of Puno lies Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake. Here, the Uros people constitute an ancestral society inhabiting artificial islands constructed on bases woven from totora reeds, which grow in the lake itself. The tour begins with a transfer to the port of Puno, where a boat awaits to take you to the beautiful Uros Islands. After a magical one-and-a-half-hour excursion, you will continue to the island of Taquile, renowned for its ancestral culture and traditional way of life. Here, there will be an informational session about the island, followed by a delightful lunch. Finally, you will return to the city of Puno.

Explore the stunning Lake Titicaca with our 2-day tour visiting the beautiful islands around. Start the tour discovering the Uros floating islands, to then spend one night with the friendly community of Amantani Island. This fantastic excursion ends at Isla Taquile, a place with beautiful landscapes, incredible traditional food and amazing textiles. Enjoy Puno with our Tour Lake Titicaca: Uros Floating Islands, Amantani Island & Taquile Island.

Explore the ancient highlands of Peru on this insightful full-day excursion from Puno. Discover Chucuito's mystical Temple of Fertility, renowned for its unique stone sculptures that reflect Andean beliefs. Visit the impressive Molloco Chullpas, ancient funerary towers that offer insight into pre-Inca cultures before heading to the legendary portal of Aramu Muru, known as the 'Gate of the Gods'. The journey also includes a visit to Juli, celebrated for its stunning colonial churches, merging Andean and Spanish heritage.

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.

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.

For an opportunity like no other come and immerse yourself in the Uros lifestyle. Over a two day tour you will try local cuisine at a local home stay, island hop and experience a culture with a significant pre-colonial history. This exclusive tour takes you to the hard to reach places of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.

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.

Discover the unique lifestyle of the residents of the Uros Floating Islands during this flexible-length private day tour of Lake Titicaca. Navigate the gorgeous waters of the highest navigable lake in the world, learning about the construction of its amazing floating residences built entirely from the local tortora reeds. You’ll then continue to the island of Taquile, where you finish the excursion with a tasty lake trout lunch. Your private Uros Floating Islands and Lake Titicaca excursion also includes a guide, round-trip hotel transport, site entrance fees, private vehicle and lunch.

One of the world’s highest expanses of water, Lake Titicaca lies on the border between Peru and Bolivia—with a history of habitation by the indigenous Uros people dating back to pre-Columbian days. On this 2-day tour, reach the islands of Lake Titicaca in comfort from your Cusco hotel and spend the night in a local family's homestay. Travel by boat between Amantani and Taquile islands, and enjoy an immersive experience of life on the water.

Experience the rich culture of the people who live on Lake Titicaca during this full-day tour. Take a boat ride to the floating island of Uros, which is completely built from reeds, and learn about the culture. Then, visit Taquile Island which is famous for its colorful, handmade textiles weaved by the locals, and enjoy time to shop for local souvenirs.

Floating in the middle of the world’s highest navigable lake, the Uros and Taquile islands are a marvel of engineering. This full-day tour takes you to both of the floating islands in one day, so you can get deeper insight into how residents live on the reed-created islets for an authentic glimpse of local culture.

Experience the enchanting culture of Lake Titicaca as you journey to the Floating Islands of Uros and the traditional island of Taquile. Discover the age-old traditions of the Uros people, who have crafted and inhabited these unique reed islands for centuries. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the Taquileños, known for their handwoven textiles and strong sense of community. This cultural adventure on the world's highest navigable lake promises an unforgettable glimpse into Peru's rich heritage.

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.

The Uros islands and UNESCO–listed Taquile Island are widely considered among Lake Titicaca’s top attractions, but chartering boats to reach them independently is a challenge. On this tour, begin with pickup at your central Puno hotel, then take to the waves by motorboat with your guide. With entry fees included, explore the Uros islands and Taquile in one day, and experience a way of life very different to the mainland.

Explore two of Lake Titicaca’s islands, Amantani & Taquile, during this 2-day round trip tour from Puno. Start from your hotel to catch a boat to Amantani and enjoy a warm welcome and typical Andean lunch from the community. Settle into your room then hike to the top of the island for sunset and a visit to Pachamama and Pachatata, two important Inca temples. Day 2, boat to Taquile Island for lunch then back towards Puno where you wrap up by touring the ancient burial ground of Sillustani.

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.

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.

Check out the floating islands of Uros on this hassle-free, half-day group tour to Lake Titicaca, which also has convenient round-trip transfers from Puno. Meet your guide and learn a Quechua welcome, then head out to the islands. Your guide tells you all about how the local residents live, the importance of *totora* reed, and their connection to the environment.

Discover the natural splendor of the world’s highest lake on a full-day catamaran cruise from Puno. Cross the Bolivian border to board a stylish boat and sail upon the shimmering surface of the sacred Lake Titicaca. Venture to the visionary Island of Sun to admire spectacular scenery and ancient Incan ruins then feast upon a delicious lunch of regionally inspired recipes aboard the catamaran. Experience the majesty of Lake Titcaca in a relaxed and rejuvenating manner on this tranquil tour.

It is differentiated by the speed of the boat, so that we will gain more time in navigation and enjoyment.