Cusco to Puno (Lake Titicaca): Route of the Sun Scenic Bus Tour

4.5 (23 reviews) Cusco, Peru
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Duration10h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
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Overview

Turn a long travel day into an unforgettable highland adventure! This premium sightseeing coach tour is the absolute best way to travel between Cusco and Puno.

Instead of sitting on a boring, direct bus, you’ll cross the spectacular Peruvian Altiplano like a true explorer. Sip on complimentary hot and cold drinks onboard while our expert, English-speaking guide brings local history to life across 5 incredible stops.

We will step inside the stunning 17th-century Andahuaylillas Church (famously known as the "Andean Sistine Chapel"), walk among the monumental Incan remains of the Raqchi Temple, and discover ancient pre-Inca history at the Pucara Lithic Museum. Along the way, we’ll take a relaxing break for a delicious, traditional buffet lunch in Sicuani and stop to snap jaw-dropping photos at La Raya Pass—the breathtaking alpine border peak between Cusco and Puno.

Comfortable, seamless, and packed with culture, this is the ultimate way to maximize your vacation day!

Options

Cusco to Puno (Bus + Lunch Only) — No Hotel Transfers

Executive Coach Class: pacious executive coach featuring panoramic windows, climate control, an onboard restroom, and comfortable seating.
Duration: 10 hours
Buffet Lunch and drinks: Includes a traditional buffet lunch featuring fresh highland specialties, plus hot and cold drinks served onboard.
Hotel Transfer Policy: Station-to-station service. This budget-friendly option does not include hotel pickup or drop-off.
Pickup included

Cusco to Puno (VIP All-Inclusive + Hotel Transfers)

Premium executive coach: Travel comfortably with a professional bilingual guide, climate control, an onboard restroom, and large panoramic windows.
Duration: 10 hours
Buffet Lunch & Drinks: Includes a traditional buffet lunch featuring authentic highland specialties, plus hot and cold drinks onboard.
VIP Inclusions & Transfer Poli: Includes all historical site entrance fees and seamless hotel pickup and drop-off within central city zones.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Premium Executive Coach (AC, Heating, Wi-Fi & Oxygen)
  • Professional bilingual expert guide
  • Service on board (Hot Drinks: Tea, coffee, coca tea, and other herbal infusions / Cold Drinks: Coca-Cola, Inca Kola, and mineral water)
  • Guided visit to Andahuaylillas Cahapel, Raqchi, La Raya pass, and the Lithic Museum of Pucará
  • Buffet Lunch in Sicuani
  • Meals (Breakfast, Dinner)
  • Admisison tickets to the attractions (Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, Pucara Museum)
  • Hotel Pick up and drop off (We are happy to do it for extra cost)
  • Tips/Gratuity

What to expect

  1. Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Temple of Wiracocha, one of the most impressive Inca archaeological sites along the route. This sacred location is dedicated to Wiracocha, the supreme creator deity of the Inca civilization. Explore the extensive ruins featuring the largest collection of colcas (traditional Inca storehouses) and admire the monumental constructions built with both finely carved stone and sun-dried adobe bricks.

    Sun protection like hats and sunscreen is recommended due to exposure at the site.
  2. San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas
    25m · Admission ticket included
    This beautiful 17th-century church is often called the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” thanks to its stunning murals, abundant gold leaf decoration, and masterpieces from the Cusco School of art.
  3. La Raya Pass
    10m
    This high pass marks the border between the Cusco and Puno regions and reaches an altitude of 4,335 meters above sea level. From here you can see the famous Chimboya glacier, known as one of the headwater areas where the Amazon River begins.
  4. Museo Litico Pukara
    30m · Admission ticket included
    This ancient culture flourished between the 4th and 16th centuries on a high plateau about 106 kilometers northeast of Puno. In this fascinating museum you can see pottery and sculptures of zoomorphic figures, including the famous figure of the Hatun Ñaqaq, which means “The Supreme Executioner” in the local language.
  5. 40m
    Here at Pascana Restaurant, located on the outskirts of Sicuani, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. The buffet offers a wide selection of national and regional dishes, including appetizers, fresh vegetables, side dishes, and a variety of desserts, accompanied by hot drinks such as coca tea, coffee, and tea.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We can pick you up from your hotel or Airbnb for an additional cost.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • A minimum of 1 Person per booking is required
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Note: If you require a seat for the infant, we can assign one for an extra cost.
  • This tour does not have specific restrictions unless you are in a very bad serious health conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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