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This tour follows the Aymara Route through Puno's southern highlands, connecting ancient sites with colonial landmarks along Lake Titicaca's shore. Your first stop is Inca Uyo in Chucuito, an Incan fertility temple marked by dozens of stone phallus sculptures arranged in a ceremonial courtyard. From there, you'll head to the Chullpas de Molloco—circular stone towers that once served as above-ground tombs for the pre-Incan elite. You'll also visit the Waru Warus, raised agricultural platforms that reveal how ancient communities managed farming in harsh, frost-prone conditions. At Aramu Muru, you'll find a carved doorway in solid rock—locals call it the "Gate of the Gods" and believe it holds energetic significance. The tour continues to Juli, once known as "Little Rome of the Americas" for its concentration of colonial churches. You'll visit its Main Church, an impressive example of Andean Baroque architecture. Afterward, there's time to walk along Juli's small sandy beach. Join now!

Visit the pre-Incan funerary tombs of Sillustani and visit the Umayo Lagoon on this half day tour from Puno. You’ll be collected from your hotel at 2:00pm, drive about 45 minutes to the gigantic towers, or chullpas. One of these chullpas is called the Lizard and is the highest of them all. You’ll also see waru waru, earth mounts to protect against floods and frost, and maybe see siem wild pigs, flamingos, and other wild birds.

Visit one of the largest and highest lakes in the world as you embark on an excursion to Lake Titicaca. The lake is split between the Peruvian and Bolivian borders and features several inhabited islands. On this tour, learn about the indigenous Uros people who have inhabited the region since pre-Columbian days.

Cover more ground than you could alone and spend a full day exploring some of the lesser-visited towns and archaeological ruins around Puno without the hassle of navigating public transit. Visit sites you might not otherwise know about and that few travelers think to visit, benefiting from the insight of your guide to learn more about each destination than you would independently along the way.

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.

Visit the best of Peru on this 6-day tour of highlights. Spend time in Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cuzco, Sacred Valley, Pisac, the famous Pisac market and Ollantaytambo along the Urubamba River, and one of the seven wonders of the world Machu Picchu. • Sail over Lake Titicaca, the highest in the world, and tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas by train to Machupicchu. • See the best of Peru on a jam-packed 6-day tour from Puno - Juliaca • Visit Machu Picchu, one of the new 7 wonders of the world. • Five nights in a 3-star hotel with daily breakfast included. • Small group ensures personalized service

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.

The Uros Islands kayaking half day tour travels within the heart of the Lake Titicaca National Reserve, habit of endemic and migrant birds and location for reed man made floating islands on Wily river. Your Uros Island Kayaking Tour starts at 9:00am, after an early hotel breakfast, with pick-up from your Puno hotel to kayak dock. At this point you’ll wear personal floatation device, enter in your Kayak and start sailing on Lake Titicaca, but not so fast first your English speaking guide will get you prepared for the day ahead and fitted into your kayaks. Get elemental kayak paddling instructions, paddling techniques and more. Now, you can begin paddling at your own rhythm without any pressure. This Titicaca kayak adventure drives you through unique Uros landscapes, a place where high plateau sky and lake is one, blue water ways, green carpeted reeds (mostly in rainy seasons) and native birds living around in their natural habitat all this is amazing.

It offers a different way of visiting the amazing and popular reed home islands from Puno city. This late afternoon on your kayak you’ll cover the beautiful foreshore of Southern Uros islands in Lake Titicaca National Reserve. It’s perfect for those who are fairly new to kayaking, as well as more experienced kayakers who enjoy and appreciate the contrast while the sun is slowly setting over Puno hill and the reed islands. Current launch location is near Isla Esteves 15 min away from Puno city but you won’t need to make sure how you’re going to get to the local dock for the scheduled lunching time because private transfer is included. You don’t need to be an experienced kayaker as our kayaks are really stable and you will be instructed and guided in a small group of paddlers (or only you).

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.

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.

The Two-Day Lake Titicaca Tour by Discover Lake Titicaca offers a unique mix of experiences. It covers Uros, Amantani, and Taquile islands, each possessing unique cultures and landscapes. What sets this tour apart is the homestay on Amantani, fostering a deep connection with locals. Lake Titicaca's stunning views add an unforgettable visual component. Our guides are knowledgeable and passionate about the region's history, bringing the surroundings to life. The small group size ensures personalized attention and comfort. It's not merely a tour, but an immersive journey into Lake Titicaca's heart.

Don’t let limited time in Cusco stop you exploring further afield. Spend the day experiencing the beauty of the world’s highest lake on a private day trip to Lake Titicaca—the ideal choice for time-pressed travelers. Taking a private tour means that you’ll be able to make unplanned stops along the scenic route and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your interests.

Discover the culture of the Uros people on a half-day tour from Puno. Visit the floating islands in the middle of Lake Titicaca and learn about the daily life of the Uros people from your guide and the community. Take a ride in one of their reed boats which they use to travel between islands and learn about the beautiful handicrafts that they have become so well-known for.

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.

It is important to know that the Uros Floating Islands have become a very touristy place, but it is still a magical and wonderful place, it is also important to know that thanks to tourism these families already have daily support offering their products and services. , the question is to enjoy it. You will be able to know the animals and plants that we have in the Uros. Then you will have the opportunity to enjoy a great ride on a totora raft that will take you to another floating island!

Discover the wonders of Puno visiting the mysterious funerary towers or also known as Chullpas of Sillustani. The tombs of Sillustani are incredible stone towers surrounded by the beautiful Umayo lagoon and it is the most important pre Inca and Inca burial site in Peru. You will explore this fantastic place and we are going to visit a local family to learn about their customs.

It differs by the speed of the boat, unlike the normal boat travels 3 hours to Taquile, the speedboat does it in just 1 hour, so we will gain more time in navigation and enjoyment.

Let yourself be captivated by the scenic beauty of the place, a beautiful peninsula where the funerary towers rise surrounded by the Umayo lagoon, a place full of mysticism and energy, you can also appreciate the pre-Inca and Inca architecture. Half day excursion (Every afternoon from 2pm to 6pm).

Comfortable and convenient, this private tour to Amaru Muro from Puno is an excellent way to explore some of the region's most mystical Incan ruins. Take a guided tour of the stone palace, known as the "Gate of the Gods," and learn about its associated legends and history from your guide. Additional stops on this tour include the Incan fertility temple of Uyo and a monument to the poet Carlos Dante Nava.

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.

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.

Why do we recommend the Uros and Taquile tour by speedboat? The main reason is that we shortened the navigation time on the lake, having more time to enjoy the visits in Uros and Taquile, in addition to having calmer walks and being more comfortable because the boat is also more spacious and comfortable. The places that are visited are the same as those of the Tour de Uros and Taquile normal boat: 2 islands in the Uros (of the more than 90 islands that make up these floating islands) Taquile Island, where we will visit its main square to have lunch and appreciate its customs, beautiful views of the lake and its textiles. As we mentioned before, the difference is basically the navigation time that each boat makes as we show below.

This leisurely two-day adventure takes you to Colca Canyon by way of Chivay, where you can soak in healing hot springs. Once at the canyon—one of the world's deepest—marvel at the magnificent landscape featuring green valleys and indigenous villages with terraced agriculture that predates the Incas. Keep your eyes peeled for giant Andean condors.