Summary
Duration
Tour Type
Difficulty
Altitude
Accommodation
Group Size
The “Ruta del Sol” (Route of the Sun) is a cultural and tourist bus journey designed to offer a unique experience between Cusco and Puno. This route includes strategic stops and guided visits to sites of great historical and cultural value, combining comfort, learning, and breathtaking scenery.
During the trip, passengers can enjoy:
- The Andahuaylillas Chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” famous for its colonial architecture and artwork.
- The Wiracocha Temple, an imposing structure dedicated to the god Wiracocha.
- La Raya Pass, the road border between Cusco and Puno, where you can admire the majestic view of the Chimboya snow-capped peak.
- The Pucará Lithic Museum, a mystical place preserving the history and culture of the Pucará civilization.
The tour includes:
- A trip on buses equipped exclusively for tourism.
- A typical buffet lunch to sample local flavors.
- High-quality service with onboard assistance, including hot and cold beverages served by a cabin attendant (terramoza).
This tour is ideal for travelers looking for a rich experience, combining culture, history, and the magic of the Peruvian highlands’ landscapes, while enjoying a comfortable and well-organized journey.
You can also take this trip from Puno to Cusco, visiting all the itinerary stops in the reverse order.
- This tour gives you the opportunity to travel from Cusco to Puno or vice versa, enjoying a cultural journey through the landscapes and history that connect these two cities.
- Explore the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas, known for its impressive frescoes and colonial art—a cultural gem in the Vilcanota Valley.
- Discover the Raqchi Archaeological Complex, a site dedicated to the god Wiracocha, boasting monumental architecture that reflects the grandeur of the Inca Empire.
- Admire the spectacular Andes views at the La Raya Pass, located at over 4,000 meters above sea level, with the imposing Chimboya Glacier in the background.
- Learn about the ancient Pucará civilization at the Pucará Museum, which houses a fascinating collection of sculptures and ceramics reflecting a rich cultural heritage.
- Enjoy a typical buffet lunch in Sicuani, savoring the region’s culinary diversity.
Itinerary
Day 1: The Sun Route: Cusco – Puno
The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco at approximately 6:20 AM to be transferred to the bus station. The bus will depart punctually at 7:00 AM. The first stop will be at the Andahuaylillas Sistine Chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” at 8:00 AM. This 17th-century church, modest on the outside, is famous for its impressive interiors. The stop here will be about 25 minutes.
Then, at 10:30 AM, we will arrive at the Raqchi archaeological complex, dedicated to the god Wiracocha, the creator of the universe according to Inca mythology. We will spend approximately 40 minutes exploring Raqchi. At 12:30 PM, we will head to a tourist restaurant in Sicuani, La Pascana, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch for 45 minutes.
At 2:00 PM, we will arrive at La Raya Pass, a high-altitude point at 4,355 meters above sea level, which marks the border between Cusco and Puno. During this 10-minute stop, you can admire the impressive views, including the Chimboya Glacier. Later, around 4:00 PM, we will visit the Pucará Museum, featuring sculptures and ceramics from the ancient Pucará civilization. This stop will last about 30 minutes.
Finally, at around 5:40 PM, we will arrive in the city of Puno, ending the tour.
Short Itinerary:
- 6:20 AM: Pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer to the bus station.
- 7:00 AM: Bus departs from Cusco to Puno.
- 8:00 AM: Stop at the Andahuaylillas Sistine Chapel (25 minutes).
- 10:30 AM: Stop at the Raqchi archaeological complex (40 minutes).
- 12:30 PM: Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in Sicuani (45 minutes).
- 2:00 PM: Stop at La Raya Pass (10 minutes).
- 4:00 PM: Stop at the Pucará Museum (30 minutes).
- 5:40 PM: Arrival in the city of Puno.
You can also take this trip from Puno to Cusco, visiting all the itinerary stops in reverse order.
Inclusions
Incluye
On the Cusco to Puno route:
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer to the bus terminal (private terminal)
- All entrance tickets: Andahuaylillas Sistine Chapel, Raqchi Archaeological Complex, Pucará Museum
- Modern buses, comfortable transportation
- The following services on the tourist bus: internet (only in areas with internet coverage), air conditioning, heating, air purifier, odor extractor, chemical toilets on board, sunshades, and polarized windows with UV filters.
- Professional bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Hot and cold beverages
- Buffet lunch in the town of Sicuani
- Medical oxygen and first aid kit
Not Included
On the Cusco to Puno route:
- Transfer from the Puno terminal to your hotel in Puno
- Terminal boarding fee (TAME)
- Hotel in the city of Puno
- Breakfast, dinner
- Personal expenses
What to bring
- Your luggage if you wish to travel from Puno to Lima, as the vehicle has a storage compartment for luggage.
- Light clothing and warm clothing. Mornings are cold, midday is hot, and afternoons are windy.
- Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes or sneakers for walking
- Peruvian soles in cash (credit cards are not accepted in the places visited)
- Rehydrating drinks such as water
- Snacks
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho, only for the rainy season, from November to March.
Mapa:The Sun Route: Cusco – Puno – Cusco
Summary
Duration
Tour Type
Difficulty
Altitude
Accommodation
Group Size
The “Ruta del Sol” (Route of the Sun) is a cultural and tourist bus journey designed to offer a unique experience between Cusco and Puno. This route includes strategic stops and guided visits to sites of great historical and cultural value, combining comfort, learning, and breathtaking scenery.
During the trip, passengers can enjoy:
- The Andahuaylillas Chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” famous for its colonial architecture and artwork.
- The Wiracocha Temple, an imposing structure dedicated to the god Wiracocha.
- La Raya Pass, the road border between Cusco and Puno, where you can admire the majestic view of the Chimboya snow-capped peak.
- The Pucará Lithic Museum, a mystical place preserving the history and culture of the Pucará civilization.
The tour includes:
- A trip on buses equipped exclusively for tourism.
- A typical buffet lunch to sample local flavors.
- High-quality service with onboard assistance, including hot and cold beverages served by a cabin attendant (terramoza).
This tour is ideal for travelers looking for a rich experience, combining culture, history, and the magic of the Peruvian highlands’ landscapes, while enjoying a comfortable and well-organized journey.
You can also take this trip from Puno to Cusco, visiting all the itinerary stops in the reverse order.
- This tour gives you the opportunity to travel from Cusco to Puno or vice versa, enjoying a cultural journey through the landscapes and history that connect these two cities.
- Explore the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas, known for its impressive frescoes and colonial art—a cultural gem in the Vilcanota Valley.
- Discover the Raqchi Archaeological Complex, a site dedicated to the god Wiracocha, boasting monumental architecture that reflects the grandeur of the Inca Empire.
- Admire the spectacular Andes views at the La Raya Pass, located at over 4,000 meters above sea level, with the imposing Chimboya Glacier in the background.
- Learn about the ancient Pucará civilization at the Pucará Museum, which houses a fascinating collection of sculptures and ceramics reflecting a rich cultural heritage.
- Enjoy a typical buffet lunch in Sicuani, savoring the region’s culinary diversity.
Day 1: The Sun Route: Cusco – Puno
The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco at approximately 6:20 AM to be transferred to the bus station. The bus will depart punctually at 7:00 AM. The first stop will be at the Andahuaylillas Sistine Chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” at 8:00 AM. This 17th-century church, modest on the outside, is famous for its impressive interiors. The stop here will be about 25 minutes.
Then, at 10:30 AM, we will arrive at the Raqchi archaeological complex, dedicated to the god Wiracocha, the creator of the universe according to Inca mythology. We will spend approximately 40 minutes exploring Raqchi. At 12:30 PM, we will head to a tourist restaurant in Sicuani, La Pascana, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch for 45 minutes.
At 2:00 PM, we will arrive at La Raya Pass, a high-altitude point at 4,355 meters above sea level, which marks the border between Cusco and Puno. During this 10-minute stop, you can admire the impressive views, including the Chimboya Glacier. Later, around 4:00 PM, we will visit the Pucará Museum, featuring sculptures and ceramics from the ancient Pucará civilization. This stop will last about 30 minutes.
Finally, at around 5:40 PM, we will arrive in the city of Puno, ending the tour.
Short Itinerary:
- 6:20 AM: Pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer to the bus station.
- 7:00 AM: Bus departs from Cusco to Puno.
- 8:00 AM: Stop at the Andahuaylillas Sistine Chapel (25 minutes).
- 10:30 AM: Stop at the Raqchi archaeological complex (40 minutes).
- 12:30 PM: Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in Sicuani (45 minutes).
- 2:00 PM: Stop at La Raya Pass (10 minutes).
- 4:00 PM: Stop at the Pucará Museum (30 minutes).
- 5:40 PM: Arrival in the city of Puno.
You can also take this trip from Puno to Cusco, visiting all the itinerary stops in reverse order.
Incluye
On the Cusco to Puno route:
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer to the bus terminal (private terminal)
- All entrance tickets: Andahuaylillas Sistine Chapel, Raqchi Archaeological Complex, Pucará Museum
- Modern buses, comfortable transportation
- The following services on the tourist bus: internet (only in areas with internet coverage), air conditioning, heating, air purifier, odor extractor, chemical toilets on board, sunshades, and polarized windows with UV filters.
- Professional bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Hot and cold beverages
- Buffet lunch in the town of Sicuani
- Medical oxygen and first aid kit
No Incluye
On the Cusco to Puno route:
- Transfer from the Puno terminal to your hotel in Puno
- Terminal boarding fee (TAME)
- Hotel in the city of Puno
- Breakfast, dinner
- Personal expenses
- Your luggage if you wish to travel from Puno to Lima, as the vehicle has a storage compartment for luggage.
- Light clothing and warm clothing. Mornings are cold, midday is hot, and afternoons are windy.
- Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes or sneakers for walking
- Peruvian soles in cash (credit cards are not accepted in the places visited)
- Rehydrating drinks such as water
- Snacks
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho, only for the rainy season, from November to March.
