Lake Titicaca & Isla del Sol Explorer 3D/2N (La Paz to Cuzco)
Lake Titicaca & Isla del Sol Explorer 3D/2N (La Paz to Cuzco)
3 Days Starting in La Paz, Bolivia and ending in Cusco, Peru
Visiting: La Paz, Copacabana, Isla del Sol, Pilkokaina, Yumani, Kasani, Puno, Cusco, Cuzco
Tour operator:
Tour code:
54755
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 3-day journey from La Paz to Cusco, exploring the wonders of Lake Titicaca and Isla del Sol. Begin your adventure with a scenic bus ride to Copacabana, followed by a ferry crossing to the enchanting Isla del Sol, where you can explore the sun temple Pilkokaina and the coast of Yumani. Enjoy free time to wander the island, visit the Gold Museum, and discover the legendary Fountain of Youth. As you travel from Bolivia to Peru, marvel at the breathtaking views and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Inca Empire's birthplace. Conclude your journey with an overnight bus ride to Cusco, arriving in the early morning, ready to continue your exploration of Peru. This tour includes accommodation, transport, and an English-speaking guide for select activities, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: La Paz - Isla del Sol, Bolivia
Location: La Paz, Copacabana, Isla del Sol, Pilkokaina, Yumani
Accommodation Name: Isla del Sol
Transfer to Copacabana and Isla del Sol
Day 2: Isla del Sol, Bolivia - Cuzco, Peru
Location: Isla del Sol, Copacabana, Kasani, Puno, Cusco
Accommodation Name: Overnight bus
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer back to Copacabana and transfer to Cuzco (B)
Free time to wander around Isla del Sol. You can take a public boat to the northern end of the Island (30min. approx.) and hike about 3 hours back down to the south alongside spectacular views. You can also visit the Gold Museum, located in the northern part of the Island. It’s a tiny, but fascinating museum filled with recovered artifacts. Finally, you can also visit the Fountain of Youth, believed to keep you young forever, it has 3 streams of water pouring out each with their own nickname. At 15:30, we will take the ferry back to Copacabana (departure from Yumani port). Upon arrival, we will take the bus to the border of Kasani. The guide will help us with the migration process and then we will have a short walk (about 5min.) to cross the border. Our other guide and bus will be waiting on the Peruvian side and we will continue to Puno (about 3 hrs.). We will be arriving at around 20:00 hrs and will have free time to have dinner. Then, we will continue our trip directly to Cuzco. NOTE: Cost of the boat + entrances are not included.
Day 3: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco
Arrival in Cuzco
You will be arriving in Cuzco around 5:30 hrs. Once there, you can continue with your journey! Hope to see you soon!
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation includes 2 nights in hostels or 3-star hotels and an overnight bus, with 1 night on Isla del Sol and 1 night on an overnight bus from Puno to Cuzco.
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Transport
Transport includes shared shuttle, public bus, and ferry services, airport transfers, a tourist bus from La Paz to Copacabana, a tourist bus from Copacabana to Cuzco, and a roundtrip public ferry from Copacabana to Isla del Sol.
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Activities
Activities include exploring Isla del Sol and participating in various activities.
What's Not Included
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Entrance fee to Tiquina Strait
The entrance fee to Tiquina Strait is approximately 4 Bs and is not included.
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Entrance fee to Isla del Sol
The entrance fee to Isla del Sol is approximately 30 Bs and is not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Other activities
Other activities not specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Meals not specified in the itinerary
Meals not specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal expenses and gratuities
Personal expenses and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly with shared shuttles, public buses, and ferries. Enjoy airport transfers and tourist buses from La Paz to Copacabana and Copacabana to Cuzco, along with a roundtrip public ferry from Copacabana to Isla del Sol.Accommodation
Enjoy 2 nights in comfortable hostels or 3-star hotels, with an overnight stay on Isla del Sol. Experience the convenience of an overnight bus journey from Puno to Cuzco, ensuring a restful travel experience.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 2 nights in hostels or 3-star hotels and an overnight bus, with 1 night spent on Isla del Sol and 1 night on an overnight bus from Puno to Cuzco.
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What transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes shared shuttles, public buses, and ferries. It also includes airport transfers, a tourist bus from La Paz to Copacabana, a tourist bus from Copacabana to Cuzco, and a roundtrip public ferry from Copacabana to Isla del Sol.
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What activities are available on Isla del Sol?
On Isla del Sol, you can explore the sun temple Pilkokaina, walk along the coast of Yumani, take a public boat to the northern end of the island, hike back to the south, visit the Gold Museum, and see the Fountain of Youth.
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Is there a guide available during the tour?
Yes, there is an English-speaking guide available for some activities during the tour.
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Are there any entrance fees not included in the tour price?
Yes, entrance fees to the Tiquina Strait (approximately 4 Bs) and Isla del Sol (approximately 30 Bs) are not included in the tour price.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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