From Puno | Catamaran on Lake Titicaca-visit to Isla del Sol

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We will go back to the origins of the greatest empire of pre-Columbian America by catamaran on Lake Titicaca and visit the legendary Island of the Sun, cradle of the Inca gods.

Highlights

  • The Sacred Lake of the Incas is an unmissable attraction.
  • This gigantic inland sea of sapphire blue water covers 8,000 square kilometers.
  • The Island of the Sun was the Cradle of the Inca Empire

Description

Itinerary We will start with the pick up from the hotel in Puno at the indicated time, we will head south to cross the border with Bolivia to reach Copacabana. Before leaving to the Island of the Sun, we will visit the Sanctuary of Copacabana to get to know it. At the port of Copacabana we will board a catamaran that will take us across the waters of Lake Titicaca to the legendary Island of the Sun. During the crossing we will offer refreshments on board. We will disembark in Yumani, at the southern end of the legendary Isla del Sol. We will explore this area considered to be the cradle of the gods responsible for the origin of the Inca empire. We will visit some of the archaeological remains of the Incas, including an impressive system of terraces known as the Garden of the Inca. We will climb the famous Inca Stairway to reach the Sacred Fountain where subway streams of water of three different flavors converge, considered by the locals as 'the fountain of youth' for its supposed healing properties. Our next stop will be the impressive Inti Wata Complex, Bolivia's main private tourist attraction, which is only accessible to tourists visiting Isla del Sol aboard catamarans. This attraction includes the Ekako Underground Museum, the Traditional Medicine and Totora Raft Construction Centers, a handicraft center, the Intica shelter, a Botanical Garden of Inca agriculture and a variety of Andean camelids. Then, we will discover how the ancient Andean navigation used to be by taking a ride aboard a typical totora reed raft. From the boat, we will have an impressive panoramic view of the Pilkokaina Palace. After discovering the secrets and legends of the Inca civilization, we will return to the port of Yumani to board the catamaran that will take us back to Copacabana. Afterwards, we will have a delicious buffet lunch on board. Once in Copacabana and with our energies replenished, we will start our way back to the hotels in Puno, where we will arrive 11 hours after pick up. Tour ending in La Paz When booking, you have the option to book the tour ending in La Paz. In this case, we will travel by bus from Copacabana to La Paz, ending the tour at approximately 7:00 pm. Note: Service is subject to variation without prior notice, due to weather conditions (rains, floods, floods, etc.), strikes and/or demonstrations and any other event that does not allow the normal development of the itinerary. Any cancellation of the service for the reasons indicated above, does not apply refund. The itinerary may vary at the discretion of the operator, always to ensure the safety of the traveler and the best development of the service in its entirety. If you do not attend the day of the service, it is considered as 'Done' without any claim, postponement or refund.

Includes

Pick up and transfer back to Puno or La Paz (according to modality). Transportation by bus. English and Spanish speaking guide. Boat from Copacabana to the Isla del Sol and transfer back. Guided tour of the Isla del Sol. Entrance to the Inti Wata Complex. Snack on board. Lunch on board.

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