Puno: Excursion to Chucuito
ID: GYG644796-1069093
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Let yourself be surprised by the Inca Uyo fertility temple on this excursion to Chucuito. We will learn about the Inca history and the colonial architecture of this town near Puno.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Puno at the indicated time and begin this excursion to Chucuito, a town that maintains colonial and pre-Hispanic architecture. Let's get to know him!
First of all, we will enter Inca Uyo, considered the temple of the fertility of Mother Earth. We will tour the astronomical observatory, the stone windows and the sacrificial stone while learning about its history. Did you know that its function was to announce the solstices and equinoxes?
In addition, you will be amazed by the very curious formations it houses. After the explanation, you will have time to take the photos you want.
Afterwards, we will approach the main square where we will find the church of Our Lady of the Assumption. Do you know why Chucuito is known as the city of the Royal Banks? We will tell you!
We will continue the tour at the town's viewpoint, from where we will have impressive views of Lake Titicaca and the southern area of Peru.
Finally, you will have half an hour of free time to continue exploring Chucuito and we will arrive in Puno three and a half hours later.
Highlights
- Discover a town full of culture and history.
- Enjoy the most mystical and energetic places that exist in Lake Titicaca.
- You will be amazed by the very curious formations it houses.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please put your contact number correctly with your country code and have whatsapp.
For last minute reservations, please check availability with the supplier by e-mail before booking.
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.