THE ROUTE OF THE SUN CUSCO PUNO.
El recorrido Ruta del Sol Puno – Cusco donde el Pasajero podrá disfrutar de diversos lugares de mágico encanto e historia ancestral como: La Capilla Sixtina de América o Capilla de Andahuaylillas, el imponente Templo del dios Wiracocha, el majestuoso Paso de la Raya (Límite vial entre Cusco y Puno – Vista del Nevado Chimboya) y el mítico Museo Lítico de la Cultura Pukara.
Duration
1 Day.
Altitude Max.
3,800 msnm.
Group Size
1-15
Difficulty
Moderate
Itinerary
The service is provided on buses fully equipped for tourism, offering the best way to travel between Cusco and Puno or Puno and Cusco. Passengers can enjoy various sites of magical charm and ancient history, such as the Sistine Chapel of the Americas or the Andahuaylillas Chapel, the imposing Temple of the god Wiracocha, the majestic Paso de la Raya (the border between Cusco and Puno with a view of the Chimboya Mountains), and the legendary Lithic Museum of the Pukara Culture.
Departure from Cusco
Check-in time for boarding tickets and baggage check-in: 7:00 a.m.
Exact departure time: 7:20 a.m.
FIRST PLACE: THE CHURCH OF ANDAHUAYLILLAS
This 17th-century church is also known as the Sistine Chapel of the Andes for the beauty of its murals, gold-leaf work, and the Cusco school paintings it houses.
IMPORTANT: The tour lasts 25 minutes / Filming or taking photos inside is not permitted.
SECOND PLACE THE RAQCHI ARCHAEOLOGICAL COMPLEX
Also known as the Temple of the god Wiracocha, the supreme Inca deity, here we will find the largest number of Colcas (granaries). We will also see magnificent stone and adobe buildings.
IMPORTANT: The tour lasts 40 minutes. We recommend wearing hats and sunscreen.
THIRD PLACE LA PASCANA TOURIST RESTAURANT
Lunch is served buffet-style and included in the ticket price at the prestigious LA PASCANA tourist restaurant, renowned for its chef’s excellent cuisine. It is strategically located just outside the town of Sicuani. The buffet includes a wide range of national and regional dishes, appetizers, fresh vegetables, side dishes, delicious desserts, and hot drinks (coca tea, coffee, or tea), which are included in the ticket price.
IMPORTANT: Lunch lasts 40 minutes. Cold drinks such as water, soda, or beer are not included in the buffet.
FOURTH EL PASO DE LA RAYA
This is the border between the cities of Cusco and Puno, at over 4,335 meters above sea level. It is home to the famous Chimboya snow-capped mountain, where the Amazon River originates. Tourists can take photos of the landscape. The visit lasts 5 to 7 minutes.
IMPORTANT: The visit lasts between 7 and 10 minutes. We recommend wearing extra clothing and drinking coca tea to counteract altitude sickness.
FIFTH THE PUKARA LITHIC MUSEUM
This is a culture that developed from 1600 BC to 400 AD. Located 106 km east of the city of Puno, in this museum we can find ceramics and sculptures representing zoomorphic figures, among them the famous sculpture of HATUNÑAQAC, which in our times would be translated as the supreme throat-slasher.
SIXTH ARRIVAL IN PUNO 05:00 PM.
Private Bus Terminal Station.
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer to the private bus terminal.
- Bilingual guide for the Cusco – Puno bus.
- Tourist bus transportation.
- Guided visit to Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya, and the Pukara Lithic Museum.
- Buffet lunch in Marangani – Sicuani.
- Onboard service (Hot drinks: tea, coffee, coca tea, chamomile tea, aniseed / Cold drinks: Coca-Cola, Inca Kola, and mineral water).
- Restoration facilities.
- Oxygen.
- Heating.
- Transfer to your hotel at the end of the tour.
- Entrance tickets to the tourist attractions (can be purchased on the day of the tour):
- Andahuaylillas Church
- Raqchi Archaeological Complex
- Pukara Lithic Museum
- Breakfast
- Extra beverages at lunch (water, soda, beer)
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses
Recommendation
- Bring your original passport (with an expiration date of at least 7 months).
- Bring all your travel luggage.
- Wear sneakers or lightweight shoes/tennis shoes.
- A water bottle (a canteen)
- Drink plenty of fluids during your excursions.
- A raincoat (a long poncho) during the rainy season.
- Long-sleeved shirts.
- Long pants.
- Sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
- Binoculars.
- Sunglasses, plastic bags.
- Medications and/or personal items (contact lens solution).
- A light backpack.
- Camera or camcorder and film.
- Have small checks and coins in soles or dollars on hand.
Faq's
The tour lasts approximately 10 hours, departing from Cusco at 7:20 a.m. and arriving in Puno around 5:00 p.m.
We use a modern, fully equipped tourist bus with air conditioning, heating, reclining seats, panoramic windows, and onboard service.
Yes, a buffet lunch is included at a tourist restaurant in Sicuani. It includes appetizers, main dishes, desserts, and hot drinks (tea, coffee, coca tea). Cold drinks are not included.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly. However, please note that some locations are at high altitude, and warm clothing is recommended.
Some passengers may experience mild altitude symptoms, especially at La Raya Pass (4,335 m / 14,222 ft). We recommend drinking coca tea, staying hydrated, and dressing warmly.
Yes, photography is allowed at most sites, except inside Andahuaylillas Church, where photos and videos are not permitted.
We recommend:
- Your passport
- Warm clothes and a hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- A refillable water bottle
- Camera or smartphone
- Small cash for entrance fees and tips
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