Puno: Copacabana & Isla del Sol Day Trip with Show

Puno Region, Bolivia



Discover the Basilica of the Virgin of Candelaria in Copacabana and explore the Isla del Sol on a day trip from Puno. Enjoy a traditional folk show in Puno with colorful costumes and music.

Andes Day Tour: Puno to Isla del Sol and Copacabana

This full-day tour from Puno to Copacabana and Isla del Sol suits travelers interested in culture, history, and Lake Titicaca’s border region.

Highlights

  • Explore the Andes on Isla del Sol
  • Visit the Basilica of the Virgin of Candelaria in Copacabana
  • Discover the Pilkoken archaeological site, known as the Temple of the Sun
  • Cross the Peru-Bolivia border and explore Lake Titicaca’s shores

Description

The tour begins with pickup in Puno and travel to the Peru-Bolivia border for customs processing. After crossing, continue to Copacabana and arrive around noon.

Enjoy lunch and visit the Cathedral of Our Lady of Copacabana. Then proceed to the pier for a boat trip across Lake Titicaca to Isla del Sol’s south side.

On the island, visit the archaeological site of Pilkoken, known as the Temple of the Sun. Walk down the Inca-era Umani stairs and see the Eternal Fountain of the Incas, where you can taste its sacred water.

Return by boat to Copacabana around 5:00 PM, followed by free time before the bus trip back to Puno, arriving around 9:00 PM.

Includes

  • Transportation from Puno to Copacabana and return
  • Visit to the Basilica of the Virgin of Candelaria
  • Boat trip to Isla del Sol
  • Visit to Pilkoken archaeological site
  • Visit to the Eternal Fountain of the Incas
  • Traditional Puno folk dance show

Excludes

  • Meals
  • Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Passport required for border crossing
  • Warm clothing recommended due to high altitude
  • Prepare for walking and climbing stairs

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book this tour in the morning for optimal daylight. Bring a passport, comfortable walking shoes, and warm layers due to cooler temperatures at altitude.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Isla del Sol, the Basilica of the Virgin of Candelaria in Copacabana, the Pilkoken archaeological site, and the Peru-Bolivia border area along Lake Titicaca.
The tour begins with a pickup from Puno, Peru.
It is a full-day tour lasting approximately 10 to 12 hours.
Yes, the tour includes lunch in Copacabana, Bolivia.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality; check with your embassy before traveling.
Visitors explore the Andes landscape and archaeological sites like the Temple of the Sun on Isla del Sol.
Yes, photography is allowed at the sites visited, including Isla del Sol and the Basilica.
Yes, the tour includes assistance with Peru-Bolivia border formalities during the transfer.
The tour operates year-round; check the website for the most suitable dates and hours.
The tour involves some walking on uneven terrain, so a moderate fitness level is recommended.

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