ITINERARY
- DAY BY DAY
Day 1: Juliaca - Puno
Assistance on your arrival in Juliaca. On your way to Puno, visit
the famous Chullpas of Sillustani, cylinder burial towers built
of stone, (12m / 40ft tall) where the Aymaras buried their important
leaders. Lake Umayo, located in front of the Chullpas, only adds
beauty to the place.
Here you will have the opportunity to observe the wild guinea
pigs, birds and other wildlife of the area. Arrival to selected
hotel where you will have the time free to rest and get acclimated
to the altitude.
**If you arrive by train the excursion to Sillustani will be on
Day 4.
Day 2: Lake Titicaca: Floating Islands
of the Uros and overnight at the Amantani Island
After breakfast, take a two-hour motor boat excursion on the Lake
Titicacaca waters towards the unique Floating Islands of the Uros,
ancient inhabitants of the lake, known as the Water Tribe. This
Andean natives built their own islands by adding periodically
new layers of a unique plant called "totora" (a type
of reed), as well as their homes and boats. After experiencing
some of the ancient traditions of the local people, continue your
motor boat trip to Amantani Island, inhabited by quechua-speaking
natives still ruled by their ancient traditions and whose main
occupations are the production of ceremics and textiles.
The positive energy of this island is so powerful that it is
known as the "Love Island".
Lunch. Overnight at the house of a local islander to enjoy the
hospitality of a typical Amantani home.
Day 3: Lake Titicaca: Amantani
Island and Taquile Island - Puno
After breakfast, time at leisure to stroll by the quaint streets
of this colorful island. Late morning, take motor-boat towards
the Taquile Island, inhabited by quechua-speaking natives who
have developed an efficient and original social systems and a
fine hand weaving technique through generations. After lunch at
a local posada of Taquile, take a walk through the several hills
and archaeological sites of this 6km long island. Afternoon, return
to Puno for overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Puno - Juliaca
In the morning, transfer to Juliaca airport to take your departure
flight. End of services. |
