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Travel from Puno to Cusco on a unique 2-day adventure combining culture, landscapes, and one of Peru’s most iconic natural wonders.
On Day 1, journey along the famous Sun Route, a scenic corridor connecting Lake Titicaca and Cusco. Along the way visit the Pukara Museum, the impressive Temple of Wiracocha in Raqchi, You’ll also stop at La Raya Pass, the highest point of the route with spectacular views of the Andes.
Instead of continuing directly to Cusco, spend the night in the peaceful Andean countryside at Amaru Treehouse in Cusipata.
On Day 2, wake early to explore Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), one of Peru’s most spectacular landscapes located over 5,000 meters above sea level. After hiking to the colorful summit, return with a group transfer to Cusco.
This itinerary combines culture, nature, and comfort while avoiding long travel days.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We request the customers to meet at the Puno Bus station
We drop off the customers at the hotel they select
Itinerary
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1Museo Litico Pukara
(Pukara Lithic Museum) is a key stop on the "Route of the Sun" (Ruta del Sol), a popular full-day tourist bus journey between Cusco and Puno, Peru. The museum showcases pre-Inca artifacts from the Pukará culture, which developed near Lake Titicaca between 1600 BC and 400 AD
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2La Raya Pass
La Raya Pass, at 4,335 meters (14,222 ft) above sea level, is the highest point on the "Ruta del Sol" (Route of the Sun) between Cusco and Puno. It serves as a scenic, high-altitude border stop featuring stunning mountain views, a local craft market, and traditional Andean scenery.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi
Raqchi lies about 120 kilometers southeast of Cusco, on the Ruta del Sol (Route of the Sun), which connects Cusco to Puno and stretches for 400 kilometers. This route was vital for the Inca Empire, linking the capital to Lake Titicaca while passing through many important sites, including Raqchi. As always, the Incas carefully chose their construction sites. Here, they could monitor trade, control the passage of travelers, and protect the region from potential attacks.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
4Cusipata
around 15:30 pm, we will arrive to Cusipata is a key town and common stop for breakfast on the popular "short route" to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) in Peru, located about 3 hours from Cusco. It serves as a base for accessing the trailhead for the fabulous rainbow mountain that we will explore the next daay.
12 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca
After breakfast we will take our van with the group to visit the rainbow mountains, the hiking point is only 50 minutes away from Cusipata where we had spent the night before.
6 hours • Admission ticket not included -
6Cusco
finally we will arrive to Cusco after visiting the visit to vinicunca.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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