Puno – Copacabana – Sun Island Tour (Full day)
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Puno – Copacabana – Sun Island Tour (Full day)
This tour starts at 07:00 a.m. with the pick up from your hotel and transfer to the bus terminal to leave for Copacabana (Bolivia). The tour is done by a paved road, bordering much of Lake Titicaca, in a journey of approximately 3 hours and a half to reach this charming town, located 151 km from Puno.
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Opciones del Tour
We will arrive in Copacabana around 12:00 p.m. (Bolivian time). We will have 1 hour and 30 minutes for lunch and a guided visit to the famous Copacabana Church, one of the main religious centers of Bolivia. The local guide will contact you upon arrival of the bus.
After lunch, at approximately 13:30 p.m., we will start the excursion to Isla del Sol by shared boat. We will navigate the lake for 1 hour and 30 minutes until we reach the southern part of the island, considered the cradle of the Inca civilization.
Upon arrival, we will take a walk along the steps of Yumani, visiting the mythical Fountain of Youth, whose sacred waters, according to tradition, provide energy and purification. We will also enjoy the Inca Garden, surrounded by unique landscapes and spectacular views of the lake.
After the visit, we will return to Copacabana to board the bus back to Puno or, if you wish, continue the trip to La Paz.
Note: At the end of the tour to Isla del Sol in Copacabana, passengers can return to Puno (Peru) or, if they prefer, continue their trip to La Paz (Bolivia).
What’s Included:
- Transfers Hotel – Bus Terminal – Hotel
- Tourist bus transportation Puno – Copacabana – Puno
- Lunch in Copacabana
- Private guide during the tour
- Guided visit to Copacabana Church
- Motorboat to Isla del Sol
- Tourist income to Isla del Sol
What’s not included:
- Personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | Pick up from hotels in the city of Puno. |
| 07:30 AM | Departure by bus from the bus terminal |
| 11:30 AM | Arrival at the border of Kasani (Peru – Bolivia) and immigration procedures. |
| 12:00 PM | Arrival to Copacabana |
| 12:15 PM to 01:45 PM | Visit to Copacabana Church and time for lunch. |
| 02:00 PM |
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| 04:50 PM | Return from Isla del Sol to Copacabana |
| 06:00 PM | Departure by bus from Copacabana to Puno. |
| 09:15 PM | Arrival to the city of Puno |
| 09:30 PM | Transfer and arrival at your hotel |
A complete tour that combines culture, history and spirituality in two of the most emblematic destinations of Lake Titicaca.
Recommendations:
- Bring your valid passport and/or identity card, essential for the trip.
- Wear appropriate clothing for weather changes: light coat for cold mornings,
- cool clothing for midday and a little windbreaker for the afternoon.
- Don’t forget a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for better protection.
- Comfortable shoes, ideal for walking during visits.
- Bring drinks and/or snacks to keep you hydrated and energized.
- Consider carrying cash for souvenirs or personal expenses.
Following these recommendations will allow you to enjoy the tour with greater comfort and peace of mind.
To cross into Bolivia, keep the following in mind:
- Valid passport: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months. You must present it at the Desaguadero border.
- SIGEMIG registration: Don’t worry! We’ll help you with this immigration process before you board the bus. Each traveler needs their own registration—yes, even the little ones! This is required by the SIGEMIG system. Once it’s ready, save the QR code on your phone to show it at the Desaguadero border.
- Tourist visa: If you’re from the United States, Israel, or the European Union, good news! You no longer need a visa to enter Bolivia as a tourist (for up to 90 days). But be aware: some nationalities do require one. To confirm whether this applies to you, text us your nationality at +51 966 364 437, and we’ll be happy to provide personalized advice.
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Recorrido muy completo y bien organizado
Visitar estas islas es una experiencia que vale la pena. El guía no sllevó en lancha hasta las islas Uros, donde pudimos conversar con las familias locales y luego dar un paseo en los típicos barcos elaborados con juncos.
Despues continuamos el recorrido por el lago Titicaca hasta Taquile. Allí nos recibieron con música y danzas típicas en un pequeño mercado artesanal. Luego almorzamos y mientras comíamos, el guía nos contó detalles sobre la historia y la cultura del lugar.
Yo elegí hacerlo en lancha rápida, lo cual recomiendo totalmente. Se pueden dejar las pertenencias en la lancha ya ques es la misma embarcación la que acompaña todo el recorrido.
La excursión tenía recojo y devuelta al hotel, así que, en resúmen, un recorrido muy completo y bien organizado ideal para conocer la vida y tradiciones en el lago.
Very complete and well organized tour
Visiting these islands is a worthwhile experience. The guide took us by boat to the Uros islands, where we could talk with local families and then take a ride on the typical boats made of reeds.
Then we continued the tour of Lake Titicaca to Taquile. There we were welcomed with music and typical dances in a small handicraft market. Then we had lunch and while we ate, the guide told us details about the history and culture of the place.
I chose to do it by speedboat, which I highly recommend. You can leave your belongings in the boat since it is the same boat that accompanies you throughout the tour.
The excursion had pick up and drop off at the hotel, so, in short, a very complete and well organized tour, ideal to learn about life and traditions in the lake.
Passeio muito completo e bem organizado
A visita a essas ilhas é uma experiência que vale a pena. O guia nos levou de barco até as Ilhas Uros, onde pudemos conversar com as famílias locais e depois fazer um passeio nos típicos barcos de junco.
Em seguida, continuamos nossa viagem pelo Lago Titicaca até Taquile. Lá, fomos recebidos com música e danças típicas em um pequeno mercado de artesanato. Em seguida, almoçamos e, enquanto comíamos, o guia nos contou detalhes sobre a história e a cultura do lugar.
Optei por fazer o passeio de lancha, o que recomendo muito. Você pode deixar seus pertences na lancha, pois é a mesma lancha que o acompanha durante todo o trajeto.
A excursão tinha embarque e desembarque no hotel, portanto, em resumo, um passeio muito completo e bem organizado, ideal para conhecer a vida e as tradições do lago.
