Top Puno Bus Tours

Experience a 2-day, 1-night adventure from Puno to Arequipa, crossing the imposing Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world. Enjoy spectacular landscapes with snow-capped mountains, volcanoes and Andean fauna such as vicuñas, alpacas and llamas. Watch the majestic flight of the Andean condor, symbol of the Andes, and relax in the hot springs of Chivay (38oC), ideal for revitalizing body and mind. Explore Andean villages full of history and tradition, where culture and nature merge. To complete the experience, enjoy a dinner show with typical dances, and end the trip in the beautiful city of Arequipa, the White City, with its impressive colonial architecture. An unforgettable adventure that will connect you with the essence of the Peruvian highlands!

After being picked up from your accommodation in downtown Puno, make your way to the Sillustani Archaeological Site, one of the largest necropolises in the world. Discover how ancient civilizations considered cemeteries to be places of rest and rebirth, choosing beautiful regions to build their sacred cemeteries. Sillustani is located on the shores of Lake Umayo, and is surrounded by mountains which create a feeling of peace and harmony. As you explore the site, discover more than 90 "chullpas" (mausoleums) which stand out. Admire the gigantic primitive stone mausoleums reach more than 12 meters high and are unique because the base of each tower is smaller in diameter than the top. Learn about the different types of burial sites, from the most rustic, Pre-Inca, to the most sophisticated mausoleums, with multi-angled stones of fitted on the outside.

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.

Peru’s “Route of the Sun” runs between Cusco and Puno, linking the Inca heartland with Late Titicaca. Maximize your travel time when you transfer between Cusco and Puno on this convenient bus trip, complete with a delicious buffet lunch. Stop at San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, famed for its murals, Raqch’i, an Inca archaeological site, and Museo Litico Pucara, home to pre-Inca monoliths. Upgrade to include entrance fees.

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.

The floating islands of Uros and Taquile are a must-see attraction while on Lake Titicaca. Learn about traditional life on the floating islands with this tour from Puno, which takes you directly to the islands for free time to explore. Then, jet off to the pre-Incan ruins at  Sillustani for a guided tour before returning to Puno.

Explore the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of the Peruvian highlands on this full-day Aymara Route tour from Puno. Journey through the enchanting southern region of Lake Titicaca, visiting ancient ceremonial temples and intriguing archaeological sites linked to the Aymara culture. Engage with local traditions while witnessing the breathtaking Altiplano scenery and the mysterious Aramu Muru portal, revered as a spiritual center. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Juli, known for its colonial heritage, before visiting the serene Juli Beach. - Discover significant archaeological sites like the Temple of Fertility and Molloco Chullpas - Visit the mystical Aramu Muru, a portal steeped in ancient legends - Savor a traditional lunch in Juli, the "Little Rome of America" - Includes round-trip transportation and a bilingual guide for an enriching experience

Commune with the ancient spirits of the Inca, and the gorgeously stark scenery of Peru, during this 5-hour trip to the Sillustani Ruins. Travel through small rural villages during the 27-mile (45-kilometer) drive to Sillustani and the striking Umayo Lagoon that lies nearby. You’ll explore the unique Inca and Pre-Inca funerary towers, or ‘Chullpas,’ that dot this archaeological site, learning about their history and significance from your guide. Your site entrance fee, plus round-trip hotel transport from select hotels, is included.

Discover the rural tranquility of the Uros and Taquile Islands on an enriching full-day excursion from Puno. Cruise the shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca, the worlds highest lake, and spend some leisurely free time exploring the beautiful islands. Marvel at the majestic floating islands, made entirely of reeds, as you wander and watch locals go about their daily business. Learn about the rich culture and history of the region from your expert guide and feast upon a complimentary lunch when hunger strikes.

Combine visits to three different Peruvian islands with an overnight stay at a family home on Lake Titicaca. Learn more about the way of life and live with them this beautiful unique experience. Get views of the Cordillera Real and Lake Titicaca, as well as insight into the indigenous cultures that call that area home. • Pick up and return to the hotel in Puno, • All entrance fees, basic accommodation and meals are provided as per itinerary. • 2-day trip to the islands of Lake Titicaca with overnight accommodation with a host family on Luquina Island. • Round trip transportation from Puno. • Navigate the highest lake in the world.

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.

The Waru Warus near Puno are one of the region's most intriguing discoveries. These geometric formations carved into the land were the Incas' ingenious solution to highland frosts—raised agricultural beds that trapped warmth and protected crops during freezing nights. They're a striking example of how this civilization engineered their environment to survive at altitude. This tour also takes you to three other significant Inca sites around the area. At the Temple of Fertility, you'll visit the spot where ceremonies honoring Pachamama—the earth goddess—were held to encourage strong harvests. The Portal de Aramu Muru is carved into red rock and surrounded by local legends about doorways between worlds. And the Inca Cemetery, with its stone chullpas rising from the landscape, offers a window into burial practices and spiritual traditions that are still not entirely understood.

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

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.

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!

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 shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake is one the unmissable attractions in Peru. It straddles the border between Peru and Bolivia. The “Puma Shaped Lake” is Spread in over 8372 Km, the lake is home to some traditional local communities who are untouched by modernity. On this half day tour from Puno, you will be visiting the most photographed and the prominent man made Floating Islands of Uros that is made entirely of tatora reeds. Totora reeds were first used centuries ago to build these islands on Lake Titicaca by the Uro-Aymara families who made their home on the lake. The local people’s boats are also made from totora reeds, and they use these vessels for fishing. Even some of the islanders’ handcrafts are made from totora reeds, and the friendly people of this community offer their work to visitors as a souvenir of their visit to this magical place.

Discover the fascinating archaeological complex of Sillustani, renowned for its impressive funerary towers, known as Chullpas. Set against the scenic backdrop of Lake Umayo, this site is one of the major necropolises in the Andean region, showcasing the architectural prowess of the Kollas and Incas. Marvel at the towering structures that defy gravity while learning about their historical significance. This tour offers a glimpse into ancient Andean burial practices and rich cultural heritage. - Visit the iconic funerary towers surrounded by the beautiful Umayo Lagoon - Learn about the history and significance of the site with an expert guide - Experience one of the most important necropolises in the Andean world - Conveniently located just 33 km northwest of Puno

Aymara Route is the set of tourist attractions such as the fertility temple, which is very famous for finding 6 minor phalluses and one larger one.After visiting the fertility temple, the group will go to the chullpas of Molloco, which are known for having a different style from those of Sillustani where you can see 3 square towers and a circular one, niches will be seen under the ground which were also used as niches, after that you will go in the direction of seeing the circular Andean Waru warus, where we can appreciate this ancestral technique used as a laboratory for the domestication of Andean grains and tubers, after that we will go to the gate of Aramu Muro where meditation will be practiced and the rock formations will be seen, ending with a visit to the Rome of America to see its beach and see other optional activities lunch ending at 4 pm the tour in Puno, the visit to the mentioned places will be accompanied by an official tour guide.

Route of the Sun; when the sun god "Wiracocha" descends from the heavens to earth, traveling through different places to meet the Inkas, places that were marked by the Inkas with temples and sacred places in honor of the Sun god. In this trip we will be able to appreciate and feel closely these temples and sacred places that were built in a magical way and of great importance in the life of the Inka culture. We will travel knowing all the details and the mysteries that the culture of the ancient Inkas and those who still keep their secrets like the Quechuas and Aymaras; living an authentic inka experience.

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.

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.

If you’re looking for a change of pace from busy Puno city, the beautiful Uros Islands are what you need. Relax on a guided tour as you learn about the history of the man-made islands and discover the remote communities living sustainably in the region. Positioned on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, the Uros Islands shouldn’t be missed.

Discover the fascinating culture and traditions of Peru’s Lake Titicaca on this full-day tour to the Uros and Taquile Islands. Cruise around the floating islands of Uros and learn about local life while admiring the colorful handicrafts made by the islanders. Then, head to Taquile Island, one of the few natural islands on the lake, and take a pleasant 40-minute walk to visit the main square, where you can take pictures and watch demonstrations of traditional weaving. Enjoy a delicious lunch of typical Peruvian cuisine on the island before returning to Puno.