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Sun Island.

Sun Island
Isla del Sol (Sun Island) is the perfect place to experience the tranquillity of the lake and view the distant mountains of the Cordillera Real. As well as gaining an impression of local life from those who have lived on the Island for generations, some hikes can be made, stopping at ancient ruins dotted around the island - mythical birthplace of the first Incas, Manco Kapac and his wife Mama Ocllo.

night itinerary:

3 days • 2 nights

  • Day 1
    Depart for the drive to Copacabana, a beautiful town on the shores of Lake Titicaca, from where you will take a boat to Isla del Sol (Sun Island). Land near Pilkokaina ruins where you have a typical 'aptapi' communal Andean lunch). From here you take a short hike to Ecolodge. La Estancia Ecolodge is ideally situated on the beautiful 'Isla del Sol'. It makes a perfect base for making some unforgettable hikes around the island as well as watching the sun setting over the lake and distant Cordillera Real.
  • Day 2
    After an early morning to catch the sunrise take the boat over to Chincana to see the well preserved ruins of La Chincana or Labyrinth. Hike or take a boat to the nearby village of Challapampa. Here you visit the local museum to see the riches from the Tiahuanaco through to the Inca cultures. Overnight at La Estancia Ecolodge.
  • Day 3
    Return to Copacabana where you can visit the church with its famous Dark Virgin and have time for a stroll around the town before departing for Puno
 

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4 Days • 3 Nights

£541

£324

£275

 

All prices are per person including transfers, accommodation, tax, service charge, all excursions with English-speaking guide and full board.

 

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