Ancient Route of the Sun Puno Uros Taquile Amantani

Day 1: Day 1 – Cusco City Tour

1. Plaza de Armas Cuzco
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Your accredited guide will lead you through the main square, explaining its history, colonial architecture, and cultural significance.
2. San Blas
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Walk through the artistic San Blas neighborhood, visit local workshops, and learn about Andean craft traditions.
3. Cusco Cathedral
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Guided tour inside the cathedral to explore religious art and its blend of Inca and colonial architecture.
4. Qorikancha
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Explore the Inca temple of Qorikancha while your guide explains its history, architecture, and spiritual significance.

Day 2: Day 2 – Inca Archaeological Sites & Chinchero

1. Sacsayhuaman
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Visit the impressive Inca fortress and learn about its ceremonial and military functions.
2. Q'enqo
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Explore the ritual altar and tunnels, discovering their ceremonial uses and Inca significance.
3. Puka Pukara
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Visit the red watchtower and learn about its strategic role in the Inca Empire.
4. Tambomachay
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Guided visit to the ceremonial water fountains, learning about their spiritual purpose and ritual use.

Day 3: Day 3 – Chinchero Andean Community

1. 5h
   Spend time with a local family enjoying traditional meals, including breakfast and dinner, while learning about their culinary customs. Participate in hands-on agricultural activities to explore ancestral Andean farming techniques, and take a guided walk through the village to experience daily life, streets, and local architecture.

Day 4: Day 4 – Sacred Valley of the Incas

1. Chinchero
   45m
   Explore the ancient agricultural terraces and the colonial church while learning about Inca farming techniques and local history.
2. Maras
   30m
   Observe the pre-Inca salt pans and discover the traditional methods of harvesting salt.
3. Maras Moray Tours
   40m · Admission ticket included
   Visit the circular terraces used by the Incas for agricultural experiments and learn about their innovations.
4. Ollantaytambo
   2h
   Guided tour of the Inca fortress and ceremonial complex, exploring its history, architecture, and strategic importance.

Day 5: Machu Picchu Full-Day Experience

1. Machu Picchu
   2m
   Guided 2-hour tour through the main sectors of this world-famous Inca sanctuary, learning about its history, architecture, and spiritual significance. Afterward, enjoy free time for photos and personal exploration. Optional hike to Huayna Picchu for panoramic views.

Day 6: Andean Ceremony & Overnight to Puno

1. Valle Sagrado
   9h · Admission ticket included
   Andean Spiritual Experience & Overnight Journey to Puno – Take part in a sacred ceremony at Kinsa Pacha Punku led by a local spiritual guide, including offerings to Pachamama and an introduction to Andean cosmology. After this meaningful experience, travel comfortably by overnight bus from the Sacred Valley to Puno, preparing for the next stage of your journey.

Day 7: Day 7 – Puno & Temple of Fertility Experience

1. Puno
   4h
   Discover Chucuito – Temple of Fertility, an ancient Inca ceremonial site where you’ll learn about its sacred significance in fertility rituals and Andean traditions. After the visit, enjoy free time in Puno to explore the city streets, browse local markets, or relax at your hotel and recharge for the upcoming experiences.

Day 8: Day 8 – Lake Titicaca: Uros & Amantaní Homestay Experience

1. Lake Titicaca
   6m
   Lake Titicaca Cultural Immersion – Navigate the waters of Lake Titicaca to visit the remarkable Uros Floating Islands, where you’ll meet local families and learn how these islands are built from totora reeds, preserving a unique ancestral way of life.
   
   Continue to Amantaní Island, where you’ll stay with a host family, share a traditional meal, and hike to the sacred Pacha Tata Temple to enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the lake. In the evening, take part in music, dance, and ancestral celebrations during a special cultural gathering with your host family.

Day 9: Day 9 – Taquile Island Experience & Return to Puno

1. Taquile Island
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Visit Taquile Island, renowned for its world-famous textile traditions and strong community heritage. Meet local residents, learn about their ancestral weaving techniques, and explore their unique cultural practices. Enjoy a traditional Andean lunch prepared by the community before returning across Lake Titicaca to Puno, where you’ll be transferred back to your hotel, reflecting on the meaningful cultural and spiritual experiences of your journey.

Day 10: Day 10 – Departure

1. Juliaca
   45m
   After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight, concluding your journey through southern Peru.

Pickup details

Pickup will be arranged based on your flight arrival time and will begin approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled departure to ensure punctuality and a smooth start to your experience.

• 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