From Puno | Mystical tour to Chucuito, Aramu Muru and Juli
ID: GYG628249-1046607
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Visit Puno and its different archaeological sites full of history and folklore. We will visit Chucuito, Aramu Muru and Juli.
The tour begins with your pick-up at your hotel in Puno.
The first attraction we will visit is Chucuito, a town located in the hills of Puno overlooking the lake and we will visit the temple of fertility of which it is said that women sit in these stone structures (shaped like a male reproductive organ). they get pregnant.
The second attraction to visit are the chullpas of Molloco where we will observe pre-Columbian constructions of which the guide will explain much more to us. Afterwards we will visit some inudible furrows called waru waru that are used for growing products since they create microclimates and cover against frost.
Later we will go to Amaru Muru, also known as the gate of the gods. This is a place full of mystery and enigma, and the guide will tell us the reason.
As the last place to visit, we will go to the city of Juli, known as the Rome of Latin America, and we will walk through its temples, such as San Pedro, San Juan de Letrán or Santo Domingo. In addition, you can admire great pictorial works by Cusco artists.
Finally we will visit a local restaurant where we will have lunch on our own and after lunch we will return to the main square of the city of Puno, where our tour ends.
Highlights
- Discover the history and culture of the highlands
- Visit Aramu Muru, a place full of mysticism
- High Andean cultivation techniques
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
