Overview
Enjoy of this beautiful trip from Cusco to Puno—or from Puno to Cusco, with a bus trip that turns a long day on the road into a sightseeing adventure.
You will visit "THE ROUTE OF THE SUN" a mix of cultures Quechua and Aymara.
The magnificent 16th-century church in Andahaylillas, Raqchi’s Wiracoha temple, and the pre-Inca museum at Pukara, with an included buffet lunch in Sicuani; for the trip from Puno to Cusco, just reverse the itinerary.
• Visit the highlights of the route between Cusco and Puno
• Comfortable bus equipped with Wi-Fi and drinks
• Early morning departure means arriving in daylight
• Convenient pickup and drop-off at hotel in Cusco or Puno, this trip includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and lunch
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Personalized guiding in English and Spanish
Hotel pickup and drop-off (in the center of Cusco or Puno Cities)
Lunch
Bottled water
Hot and cold beverages service on board.
Air-conditioned vehicle
anding and/or facility fees
Wi-fi
Surcharges on fuel
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel stay
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
What to expect
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Cusco
5 min
Cusco - Andahuaylillas - La Raya- Pucara – Puno
After breakfast we will pick you up from your hotel at 06:10am and take you to the bus station, the bus departs at 07:00am to our beautiful way -
San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas
40 min
The first stop The "San Pedro de Andahuaylillas" church is also known as the "Sistine Chapel of America", this church is one of the most amazing and beautiful samples of the Andean popular religious art. It have been built at the end of the 16th century given the fact that one of its murals, signed by Luis de Riaño, has a date written in it that states it is from the year 1626. The roof is almost completely covered by a Mudejar kind of decoration with floral and fruit motives and coated with gold leaf. After this we drive to our second stop.
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Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi
1 hour
Raqchi, by the right shore of the Vilcanota River and at an altitude of 3.500 above the sea level. Apparently, its pre-Hispanic name was "Cacha" instead of "Raqchi". There is evidence that points towards the fact that *Raqchi was a town with many constructions and farming terraces that had different purposes. Raqchi probably was an important "tambo" (Inca shelter), in the route towards "Collasuyo". The most important building inside this architectonic complex is the "Temple of Wiraqocha" that, according to ancient chroniclers, was built by the Inca Wiraqocha as a tribute to the Supreme God: "Apu Kon TiKi Wiraqocha". After this visit we drive until Sicuani which is the lunch stop, here we will enjoy a delicious Buffet lunch.
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La Raya Pass
20 min
La Raya, marks the border between the regions of Cusco and Puno and it is a typical natural area of the zone known as "Puna" whose surrounding flora is mainly formed by "ichu" and its fauna by "alpacas", "llamas" and vicunas. La Raya is the highest point in the route from Puno to Cusco, being located at 4.338 meters above the sea level.
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Pukara Archaeological Site
30 min
The village of Pukará is located in the Department of Puno and has an area of approximately 6 square kilometers. It was the first urban setting in the "Altiplano Lacustre" and its influence reached the Cusco Valley (Valle de Cusco) in the north and Tiahuanaco in the south. Evidence of the Pukara culture was found in the Pacific coast in the valleys of Moquegua and Azapa (Arica- Chile), and there is also proof of its presence in the region of Iquique and up to the mouth of the Loa River. Nowadays, the museum of the town of Pukará holds inside a great collection of monoliths, pottery and other items left behind by this great pre-Inca culture and that is displayed in 5 exposition rooms. *Finally arriving in Puno around 17:00pm.
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Puno
30 min
Finally arriving in Puno around 17:00pm.
On your Arrival to either Cusco or Puno City, our representative will be waiting for you and transferred to your hotel (Around the city center).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Guided Bus THE SUN ROUTE From Puno To Cusco And Viceversa
Can I cancel Guided Bus THE SUN ROUTE From Puno To Cusco And Viceversa for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10–11 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Personalized guiding in English and Spanish
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (in the center of Cusco or Puno Cities)
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Hot and cold beverages service on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- anding and/or facility fees
- Wi-fi
What's not included?
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel stay
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas, Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi, La Raya Pass, Pukara Archaeological Site, Puno.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Inversiones Andean Fusion Sociedad Anonima Cerrada - Inanfu S.A.C.
