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Lake Titicaca with Homestay 3 Days / 2 Nights
Enjoy the Titicaca Lake 3 Days 2 Nights package of the extension to Lake Titicaca from Cusco! Explore the incomparable landscape of the Andes of Cusco and the Puno Plains, with the world’s highest navigable lake declared by Unesco.
Discover the beauty of Lake Titicaca in Peru on this 3-day trip! With a professional guide, enjoy the stunning views and learn about the culture and history of the lake and its towns. This tour will take you to visit the highest navigable lake in the world, where you can explore the stunning landscapes and rich culture of the region.
From visiting traditional villages to learning about ancient Inca history, this excursion will highlight your trip to southern Peru.
Overview
Immerse yourself in the magic and beauty of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world and a place full of mystery and ancient traditions.
On this adventure you will discover the serenity of its crystal clear waters, and visit its famous floating islands of Uros, stay and interact with local families on the island of Amantani and learn more about the culture and textile of the island of Taquile.
- Enjoy an unforgettable experience of Lake Titicaca with this three-day adventure! Get to know places near the lake where you will immerse yourself in their culture and learn a lot about their tradition, customs and history.
- Come with us on a three-day exploration trip around Lake Titicaca in Peru. Create unforgettable memories while discovering a natural wonder and visiting sacred and archaeological sites.
- Journey to the ancient Inca culture of Lake Titicaca! Take our tour to explore its different islands.
Itinerary
Itinerary:
Day 1: Cusco – Sistine Chapel – Raqchi – Pucara – Puno
Our staff will pick you up from your hotel at 6:30 am, to take you to the tourist bus station heading to Puno.
During the trip, you will make several stops to visit some Inca ruins, museums and the Church of Andahuaylillas, considered the Sistine Chapel of South America for its impressive frescoes.
Next, we will stop at the Inca ruins of Racchi, which used to be a religious and resting place for Inca travelers. The next visit is in La Raya, border between the regions of Cusco and Puno, where you can see the most traditional animals of Peru, llamas and alpacas.
In Pucará we will visit a museum where it is possible to see some pre-Inca remains. Finally, at 5:30 pm we arrive in Puno, where our representative will pick you up to take you to your hotel.
Optional: Andean Explorer Train to Puno.
The Belmond Andean Explorer train features an open-air observatory car, allowing you to take in the majestic views while enjoying the typical music and dances of the Peruvian Highlands. During your trip, you will have the chance to take panoramic pictures of some of the quaint essential Andean landscapes.
- Meals included: Lunch
- Accommodation at hotel in Puno.
- Tickets: Included
Day 2: Floating Uros and Homestay in Amantani Island.
After having breakfast in your hotel, the tour leader will pick you up to take you to the port of Puno. There, you will embark on a 30-minute boat ride until arriving at the Uros floating islands. Peru’s floating islands are built using the buoyant totora reeds that grow along Lake Titicaca, and these reeds are interwoven to make homes, boats, and crafts.
Then, we will have a 3-hour boat ride to get to the Amantani Island, a quiet island known for its hilltop ruins that honor Pachamama and Pachatata (Mother and Father Earth). Here we meet our host families whose generosity is apparent with their open arms (and open doors to their homes) and smiles.
Explore this island with your guide and then settle in to share a short day in the lives of the Aymara.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Accommodation at homestay (Local family).
- Tickets: Included.
Day 3: Amantani Island – Transfer Out.
You will have an early breakfast with the family and take a boat for two 2 hours to the next island called Taquile. This island is known for its intricate and rich textile and weaving traditions and sustainable tourism practices. You will have the opportunity to walk around the island and enjoy a delicious lunch by the lake.
You will return to Puno around 2:30 p.m. and have a free evening to relax in Puno while waiting for your flight to Lima the next day.
Note: If you have your flight for this day, we recommend that you book for 6:00pm, because the transfer from Puno lasts approximately 1 hour or spend the night in Puno.
- Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch.
- Accommodation: None.
- Tickets: Included
Inclusions
Included:
- Pick up at your hotel in Cusco and transfer to the bus station.
- Tourist bus to Puno.
- Visit to the ruins along the way.
- Entrance to the Uros, Amantani and Taquile Islands.
- 1 night hotel in Puno.
- 1 night in a homestay.
- Pick up in Puno bus station and transfer to your hotel.
- Transfer to the port of Titicaca Lake.
- Touristic motorboat.
- Professional English and Spanish speaking guide.
- Airport transfer to Juliaca.
- Boat tour of Lake Titicaca.
- Meals as detailed in each program.
- All entrance fees.
Not Included:
- Meals that are not stated otherwise.
- International and Domestic Airfare.
- Personal expenses.
- Beverages and alcohol.
- Single supplement fee.
- Sillustani ruins tour en route to/from airport .
- Travel Insurance.
- Optional tours.
- Tips for your guide and boat driver.
What To Bring for Titicaca Lake:
After spending a lot of time travelling around Puno, we have come up with our definitive list of what to pack for a trip to Titicaca Lake Tours 3 Days 2 Nights.
- Original Passport.
- A small backpack or carry bag
- Changes of clothing
- Comfortable shoes or runners
- Camera
- Water to drink
- Rain jacket or poncho
- A fleece or jacket
- Warm jacket for nights
- Basic toiletries
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent for mosquitoes
- Hat for the sun
- Some extra money for lunch, snacks and souvenirs
Prices
Titicaca Lake 3 Days 2 Nights prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2024 through January 2025. All prices quoted are $USD
Price: US$ 299.00 per person
***** Solo travelers, contact us for pricing
Terms & Conditions
By booking or participating in a tour and any related products or services (a “Tour”) with Cusco Journeys, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.
Booking:
- Your booking is confirmed and a contract exists when the Tour Operator or your travel agent issues a written confirmation after receipt of the applicable deposit amount. Please check your confirmation carefully and report any incorrect or incomplete information to the Tour Operator or authorized agent immediately. Please ensure that names are exactly as stated in the relevant passport.
- You will pay a deposit which is completely non-refundable in any situation. There are no exceptions.
- You will be required to show the original passport (not a copy) that you booked with, at the checkpoint to enter the Inca Trail. If you originally booked with an old passport and then renewed your passport, you must also bring your expired passport along with your new, valid passport to permit entry or they will refuse your entrance to the trail.
- The only acceptable ID to receive a Student Discount is your University Card with a clear expiration date that must be the same year as trek. IDs with expiry dates the following year, even though clearly valid, will not be accepted by the Peruvian government. You must submit a copy of this card at time of booking.
Cancellations:
- Cancellations: In order to confirm this trip, a deposit of 40% is required per person at time of booking. The balance of the trip price is due 90 days before the departure date. Special holiday payment and cancellation terms may apply. Guests who must cancel their trip for any reason must do so in writing (we do not accept medical notes of any kind) as our out of pocket expenses are non-refundable to us.. Standard cancellations are subject to the following per-person penalties, based on number of days prior to departure:
ONCE BOOKED, DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. CHART BELOW OUTLINES WHAT FURTHER FEES WILL BE DUE.
Cancellation By |
Terms |
| 91 days or more before departure | we will retain 50% of your deposit. |
| 90 – 30 days before departure | we will retain 75% of the total tour cost. |
| 29 – 0 days before departure | we will retain 100% of the total tour cost. |
Inca Trail Tours:
- Permits: Permits for the Inca Trail are in your name and can not be transferred to anyone else under any circumstances. Change of dates is also not possible once a permit has been purchased. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that this is a regulation of the Peruvian government and not Cusco Journeys (or any agency).
- In extreme cases when the “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu” is declared closed for safety reasons, Cusco Journeys will replace your trek with an alternative trek.
- Those who booked PERMITS with a Student ID must bring that ID with them on the trek. If they fail to show this card to the Park Rangers, they will not be allowed entry onto the trail.
Medical Information:
- You must advise Cusco Journeys of any medical problems or allergies you may have. You need to be in good physical health, and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 70 years old, then you will need to present us with a current good health medical certificate.
- You are responsible for assessing whether a Tour is suitable for you. You should consult your physician to confirm your fitness for travel and participation in any planned activities. You should seek your physician’s advice on vaccinations and medical precautions. The Tour Operator does not provide medical advice. It is your responsibility to assess the risks and requirements of each aspect of the Tour based on your own unique circumstances, limitations, fitness level and medical requirements.
- Cusco Journeys reserves the right to deny you permission to travel or participate in any aspect of a Tour at any time and at your own risk and expense where the Tour Operator determines that your physical or mental condition renders you unfit for travel or you represent a danger to yourself or others.
- Pregnancy is considered a medical condition and must be disclosed to the Tour Operator at the time of booking. The Tour Operator may refuse to carry pregnant women over 24 weeks. The Tour Operator may refuse to carry anyone with certain medical conditions if reasonable accommodation or alternatives cannot be arranged.
- It is strongly encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance to protect you in case of medical emergency or any tour cancellations.
Tours and Treks:
- All balances need to be paid in either cash, Western Union, Transfer Bank or PayPal (in full) prior to the briefing which will be held the night before your tour. Visa incurs a 5% service fee and if you need to use another card, it must be through PayPal which incurs a 5.5% service fee.
You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the services of the guide or tour, please advise the guide in that moment, so that he can resolve any problems. - All Adventure Treks include transportation to Cusco. The return train route depends on train availability.
- If you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter will be provided to accompany you back to an area with emergency assistance capabilities. Helicopter air lifts and medical assistance are at the expense of the trekker. If you are unable to complete the tour due to illness, we will assist you in meeting your group at Machu Picchu to recommence your tour at that point. There will be no refund of the original payment. However, we will prepare a document to certify illness which can be presented for your travel insurance.
- Cusco Journeys will take all reasonable care in providing to our clients avoidance of accident, illness, and loss of personal property, and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. Cusco Journeys cannot, however, be responsible for any action of third parties. You are totally responsible for your own personal property and rented equipment.
- Cusco Journeys does not take responsibility for unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal ítems, etc. It is the client’s responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.
- Cusco Journeys may modify your itinerary where reasonably required in its sole discretion.
- Group tours might be as large as 16 participants. Groups are open to everyone no matter skill or age. By accepting a Group Tour you acknowledge that others might change the speed and timing of the tour.
- All tours are done in English.
Delays:
- Any costs, whether direct or incidental, incurred by the Customer as the result of delays caused by bad weather, trail conditions, river levels, road conditions, transportation delays, sickness, government intervention or other contingencies which are beyond the control of southern explorations will not be reimbursed.
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