Travel Cusco to Puno along the Ruta del Sol all-inclusive day trip

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One of the best alternatives to make a trip from Cusco to Puno is through the tour known as the Ruta del Sol. This option allows a comfortable trip and during the trip, to know some destinations that are really surprising, such as the colonial church of Andahuaylillas or the archaeological remains of Raqchi, further south of Cusco. If you have already toured Cusco and you want to know more cities in Peru, we recommend you make this one-day trip, ideal for changing cities and doing new tours in the city of Puno and navigating Lake Titicaca.

General information

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GuideEnglish, Español

Pickup service includedWe will pass by your hotel, at the indicated time.

from95.00 USDby person

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What will you do

Once we are all on board, after the group of travelers has been picked up from the door of their hotel, it is time to start the trip towards Puno. Ideal trip to enjoy the most beautiful landscapes of the South Valley of Cusco. Everyone is recommended to start the tour having breakfast beforehand. The first destination will be only 40 minutes away from Cusco, we are talking about the Church of Andahuaylillas. Place where we can also take the opportunity to do some shopping. After that we will have a longer trip until we reach Raqchi, where we will have a long journey. To then return to the transport and after less than 15 minutes of travel arrive at the restaurant where we will have a buffet lunch. After this rest, we continue with the trip passing through La Raya and then the Lithic Museum of Pucará. Finally, before nightfall we will be arriving in Puno.

Itinerary

20 minutes before 7:00 am. We will go through the hotels of our entire team of travelers.
We will arrive at the Mer bus station.
From 7:00 in the morning we already have to be on our way to Puno. It is important that the schedules are respected.
After only forty minutes of travel, we will arrive at Andahuaylillas. We will ascend to its parade ground.
In the Plaza de Armas in Andahuaylillas, we will get off our bus to tour the San Pedro church.
This church is one of the most beautiful in all of Peru. It has paintings and decorations typical of the Andean Baroque.
After the pertinent tour we continue with the trip.
The next destination to visit is a little further away, but thanks to the comfort of our transport there will be no problems.
It is estimated to arrive at Raqchi at 11:30 in the morning.
This place was an important ceremonial and religious center. You can still find the remains of one of the largest Inca temples in Tawantinsuyo.
The tour of Raqchi will take us 1 hour or more, where we will visit different archaeological spaces.
After the tour, we will return to our transport to arrive at our restaurant La Pascana, very close to Sicuani.
The lunch service included in this tour is buffet. We only have to make a trip of 10 to 15 minutes.
During this second leg of the trip, we will get to know the natural border between Cusco and Puno known as the Paso de la Raya.
We will be able to appreciate in the distance the snowy Chimboya, whose thaws give the first waters for the Amazon River. In this place you can appreciate beautiful landscapes.
Once we move away from La Raya Pass, we will be closer to Puno.
The destination that we will visit before arriving is the Lithic Museum of Pucara.
In this museum you can see zoomorphic sculptures and the famous sculpture of the Cutthroat or Hatunñaqac.
It is estimated to arrive in Puno averaging 5:00 p.m.

Important:

This tour can be done in the opposite direction, that is, from Puno to Cusco. The travel schedule starts the same at 7:00 and minutes before the passenger pick-up proceeds. The destinations they visit vary in order, thus: Pucara Lithic Museum - La Paso de la Raya - Buffet lunch - Raqchi - San Pedro de Andahuaylillas Church - Cusco.

What includes

Pick up from the door of your hotel.
Comfortable transportation: modern buses.
Entrance ticket to all destinations on the itinerary.
Buffet lunch at La Pascana restaurant near Sicuani.
Guide during the trip and for the tours of each destination.
Ample clean, comfortable and punctual transportation.
Souvenirs.
Hotel reservation.
Transportation to other destinations.
Snacks and/or drinks.
Tips.

Important information

What to bring

The passport or identity document to validate your reservations.
A warm jacket.
Sunscreen and a hat; the visit to Raqchi is carried out in the open field.
Dress in layers, to avoid affecting the variation of the weather.
A waterproof poncho, especially during the months of February to March when it tends to rain more.
Comfortable shoes to avoid discomfort during the tour.

Before travelling

Check the exact pick-up time, it can vary from 6:40 to 7:00 in the morning.
It is recommended to have breakfast before starting the trip.
In case of any doubt, contact the travel agents.
Have the predisposition to travel for 8 hours. Remember that we will make sporadic stops during the trip.
Carry cash to make purchases or other things.

It's prohibited

Carry alcoholic beverages during the trip.
Disturb fellow travelers.
Some museums restrict the use of cameras.
Damage the archaeological sites, walls and other attractions that we visit.

Frequent questions

What does the buffet lunch consist of?

We are interested in our clients knowing more about Peruvian gastronomy. For this reason, we look for alternatives where you can taste the best dishes of Peru and Cusco. The ingredients are national products for both desserts and main courses. In the same way you can choose a wide variety of hot drinks.

Can I do this return tour, that is, Puno – Cusco? Do you have any variation?

What other landscapes will we see during the trip?

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Is it necessary to acclimatize for this tour?

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