Half Day Tour to Sillustani from Puno
Recommended by 94% of travelers
Puno, Peru
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Transport Hotel - Sillustani - Hotel
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
- Entrance fee to the attractions
- Tips
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick up from the hotels in the center of Puno, hotels from lake shores and outside of Puno.
Operating hours.2:00 pm
Itinerary
1
Atuncolla
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Sillustani
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
based on 36 reviews
Blair_C, Oct 2025
A very well-organised tour and a great way to spend the afternoon. First was a brief stop at the Puno lookout then a stop at a family home near Sillustani (loved the Guinea pigs). Sillustani is beautiful, the knowledgeable guide explained everything and answered all the questions and we had plenty of time to have a look ourselves. The view over the Umayo Lagoon are wonderful, especially late afternoon.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Traveler,
Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your afternoon exploring Sillustani and the beautiful Umayo Lagoon.
It’s wonderful that you appreciated the visit to the local family home and the detailed explanations from our guide we’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team.
At Puno Tours, we take great pride in organizing smooth, well paced experiences that allow our guests to truly connect with the culture and landscapes of the region.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another memorable journey in Peru.
Sincerely,
Experience Manager
Wilson Ticona
Al_C, Sep 2025
It was a great trip—well planned, with a knowledgeable and informative tour guide who was fluent in both Spanish and English. We really enjoyed all three stops, each of which was impressive.
It’s also worth mentioning that Sillustani had informational signs in both English and Spanish throughout the site, which is not common at many other tourist attractions in Peru.
Overall, I would strongly recommend this tour — it was truly worth it!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear traveler,
Thank you very much for sharing your experience and for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Sillustani Tour, and that the planning, itinerary, and our bilingual guide met your expectations. Our team works hard to provide well organized and enriching experiences, so your kind words truly mean a lot to us.
We also appreciate your observation about the bilingual signage at the archaeological site it’s indeed a valuable feature that enhances visitors’ understanding of the cultural heritage.
It will be a pleasure to welcome you again in Puno.
Thank you for choosing PunoTours.
Sincerely,
Experience Manager
Wilson Ticona
Alex_W, Aug 2025
This tour takes you to the site and nothing less. We stopped at a spot that lookout over Puno town for 10 mins it was great. We went to Sillustani right after and the guide gave us very good information and history about each towers. We stayed for photos for additional 30 mins or so overall almost 2 hours until sundown.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Alex,
Thank you very much for sharing your review!
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the visit to Sillustani and that the historical explanations from our guide enriched your experience. The lookout over Puno town and the extra time for photos are indeed special moments that make the afternoon tour even more enjoyable, especially at sundown.
Your feedback is truly appreciated and helps us keep offering meaningful and well balanced experiences for our guests. We would be very happy to welcome you again in the future to explore more of the cultural and natural treasures of Puno.
Sincerely,
Experience Manager
Wilson Ticona
Thomas_V, Aug 2025
Our experience was a bit impacted by not needed time wasting activities, which gave is less time to really enjoy Sillustani.
1. We made a stop in a local family house, offering some food to try. It didn't look very hygienic so I wisely declined. The big aim was ofcourse to buy something from them or leave a tip.. this stop should be completely removed from this excursion.
2. In the complex, which is great, I found the information given by the guide way too long. He was also not explaining the things you saw but was given a whole around story. To illustrate this.. instead of visiting we started sitting on a wall for 35' while the guide was drawing things in the mud.
As a consequence our time to really visit the complex was limited and end of daylight already started to arrived.
Therefore, I would recommend to or do this trip on your own or pick another agency.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Thomas,
Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Sillustani excursion. We regret that some parts of the experience were not to your liking, and we completely understand your point of view.
The stop at a local house in Atuncolla aims to offer visitors a real insight into Andean life. There, you can meet local families up close, observe typical animals such as llamas, alpacas, and guinea pigs, and discover traditional products such as chaco (edible clay) and learn about the use of the Andean stove, which runs on firewood and cow dung, an ancient practice that still exists. This isn't an obligation to consume or buy, but rather an invitation to experience a living part of our culture.
In the case of Sillustani, the guide's explanation seeks to contextualize the importance of this archaeological complex, as it not only offers a stunning landscape but was also a ceremonial necropolis of the ancient Colla people, where elaborate rituals were performed before burying their nobles in the funerary towers. For many visitors, these cultural and archaeological details enrich the experience. However, we note your observation regarding the length of the explanation and time management, as we understand that fully enjoying the site, especially before sunset, is essential for the visit.
We greatly appreciate your comments, as they help us improve the balance between the cultural and historical aspects and free time to explore. We are committed to continuing to work to ensure that every traveler has a more complete, respectful, and authentic experience.
Sincerely,
Wilson Ticona
Philip_C, Aug 2025
Three stops. First stop was a lookout over Puno town. Ten minutes, I think it does the job for the selfies.
Second stop is on the road to Sillustani. Traditional family living in a stone house in the highlands. They explain to you their farming their diets kids get to check out ilamas and guinea pigs and naturally the try to sell you handicrafts. As you would expect this is where they sell you souvenirs. Personally I would prefer this stop to be shorter - as later on you simply have less sunlight for photos at Sillustani (it also gets colder)
Sillustani itself - I think the stop was over an hour. We actually did not cover the whole site but at least the main towers we did. I personally liked the history and I think the guide did an ok job furnishing information with some depth. By the later half of our stay at Sillustani it got kinda chilly. Again - I’d say if the stone house visit could be shortened to make way for more Sillustani that’d be great.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Philip,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your experience.
We are glad to know that you enjoyed visiting Sillustani and learning about its fascinating history, and we appreciate your kind words about the guide.
We also take note of your feedback regarding the additional stop at the traditional family house. While many travelers find it enriching to learn about local life and interact with the community, we completely understand your point about wanting to dedicate more time at Sillustani, especially considering the daylight and colder conditions in the afternoon.
Your comments are very valuable to us as they help us improve the balance of our itineraries and continue offering meaningful experiences for all of our guests.
We truly appreciate your constructive feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future to show you even more of the cultural and natural treasures of Puno.
Sincerely,
Experience Manager
Wilson Ticona
PaulEric_L, May 2025
The site itself is something to see. Our tour started in the afternoon and the weather turned very cold very quickly. Should have been an early morning tour returning with sunlight and warmth. The guide was knowledgeable. The guide seemed to share too much information about the site and lost his audience after about 20 minutes of non stop talking at the first stop. Some of the tourist lost patience and forged forward preferring to read the placards at each stop. This tour is needlessly too long. No need for a guide on this one. The site is well laid out and the placards provided all the details you need to understand the amazing history. I would do it again but ONLY on my own. This is not a tour you want with a guide. There are no toilet seats in the bathrooms on this tour. Ladies beware.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Paul,
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback.
We’re glad to know you found Sillustani to be an impressive and worthwhile site, it truly holds a unique place in Peru’s rich cultural landscape.
We also appreciate your honest observations regarding the timing of the tour and the guiding style. We understand that every traveler has different preferences when it comes to receiving information, and we’ll be sure to review your comments with our team to ensure that our guides better adapt to the group’s rhythm and interests.
Your note about restroom facilities is also noted, and we’ll do our part to remind local authorities and providers of the importance of maintaining comfort standards, especially for our female guests.
Thank you again for your helpful insights. We hope you continue enjoying meaningful experiences during your time in Peru, and we’d be happy to assist you in a future visit, whether guided or independent.
Warm regards,
Wilson Ticona
Maryna_L, May 2025
Loved this tour! Sillustani is close to Puno and the ride was very comfortable. The site itself is impressive, stunning views, especially at sunset, with a sense of eternal calm. It wasn’t crowded, which made the experience even more special. The tour was well organized, with a knowledgeable guide and a very friendly driver.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Mary,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the Sillustani tour. The peaceful atmosphere, stunning sunset views, and cultural richness of the site make it one of the most special places near Puno, and we’re glad you experienced it in such a memorable way.
We also appreciate your kind words about the organization, our guide, and the driver. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with the team!
We look forward to welcoming you again for more unforgettable journeys in the highlands of Peru.
Warm regards,
Wilson Ticona
Reagan_C, Oct 2024
Tour guide Enrique really made this tour special. The landscape, the time of day (sunset), the passion in storytelling really shined at Sillustani. The home visit on the way to the ruins was unexpected but pretty cool. This was one of the best tours we did while in Peru! Totally recommend 💯
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Reagan,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that the Sillustani tour was one of the highlights of your trip to Peru. Enrique will be so pleased to know that his passion and storytelling helped make the experience truly special, especially at sunset, when the site becomes magical.
We’re also glad you enjoyed the surprise home visit; connecting with local life adds a unique and authentic touch.
Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back to Puno for more unforgettable moments!
Warm regards,
Wilson Ticona
CAREL_S, Oct 2024
This tour gave great insight into the life of rural people - culture and traditions! The visit to the Sillustani gave a glimpse of how the pre-inca and Inca laid to test their dead! The construction alone was magnificent! Yes, book this trip!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Carel,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review!
We’re delighted to hear that the Sillustani tour offered you meaningful insight into the culture, traditions, and history of rural Peru. The ancient funerary towers are truly impressive, and it's always a privilege to share that legacy with our travelers.
We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon for more cultural discoveries around Lake Titicaca!
Warm regards,
Wilson Ticona
CRISTINA_P, Apr 2024
I loved visiting the family, they have is fresh bread and cheese to greet us. It was delicious! We also said hi to their alpacas and guanacos and learnt about their life style.
Sillustani is interesting too and offered extraordinary views.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Cristin,
Thank you for your kind feedback!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the experience, especially the warm welcome with fresh bread and cheese. Connecting with the local family, meeting their alpacas and guanacos, and learning about their lifestyle truly makes the visit special.
We’re also happy to hear you appreciated the views and history of Sillustani — it’s a magical place.
At Puno Tours, we aim to create authentic moments like these. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Warm regards,
Wilson Ticona
Angela_L, Oct 2023
Guide is fluent with both English and Splanish. He is very knowledgeable. We were picked up and dropped off and our hotel promptly.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Dear Angela,
We appreciate your positive review about our "Half Day Tour to Sillustani". We are pleased to hear that you had an amazing day and that our guide, fluent in English and Spanish, was very knowledgeable. We appreciate your appreciation for the punctuality of our hotel pickup and drop-off service. We appreciate your choice and hope to have the pleasure of serving you again in the future.
Sincerely,
Wilson Ticona
Alexandre_T, Aug 2024
Une très belle surprise.
Très intéressant d'un point de vue historique et de superbes paysages.
Prévoir une veste car le vent peut souffler fort au sommet.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Bonjour Alexander,
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire !
Nous sommes ravis que la visite de Sillustani ait été une belle surprise pour vous. C’est en effet un lieu fascinant, tant pour son histoire que pour ses paysages spectaculaires.
Merci également pour le conseil pratique concernant le vent — toujours utile pour les futurs voyageurs !
Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour d’autres découvertes autour du lac Titicaca.
Cordialement,
Wilson Ticona
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