Sun Trail – Sacred Path between Puno and Cusco
About the tour
The Ruta del Sol connects Puno and Cusco, winding through Andean landscapes steeped in the history of the Inca Empire. Along the way, visit Pukara, Raqchi, and Andahuaylillas—three cultural gems that blend ancestral heritage with colonial art.
DURATION: FULL DAY
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Itinerary
- Schedule: 6:20 a.m. We begin by picking you up from your hotel in Puno and heading to Cusco, traveling along the famous Sun Road.
- Today's itinerary.
📍 Pukara: Pre-Inca site and birthplace of the traditional Pukara bulls.
📍 La Raya: Highest point of the tour (4,335 m a.s.l.) with views of the Andes mountain range.
📍 Buffet lunch en route: We’ll enjoy a buffet lunch.
📍 Raqchi: impressive temple dedicated to Wiracocha.
📍 Church of Andahuaylillas: the famous “Sistine Chapel of the Americas.”
- The tour concludes with the arrival in Cusco after approximately 11 hours of travel, bringing to a close an experience rich in history, culture, and Andean landscapes.
- AVAILABLE DEPARTURES
- Cusco – Puno
- Puno – Cusco
INCLUDES
- Pickup from your hotel in Puno and final transfer to your accommodation in Cusco
- Tourist transportation
- Bilingual Professional Guide (Spanish–English)
- Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant
- Admission to archaeological sites and museums
NOT INCLUDED
- Food not mentioned
- Services not listed
- Warm, comfortable clothing: The tour passes through cold highland areas and temperate valleys, so be sure to bring a thermal jacket, scarf, and hat.
- Comfortable shoes: ideal for walking at archaeological sites and on cobblestone streets.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat: the Andean sun is intense even on cloudy days.
- A water bottle and some light snacks: perfect for the road.
- Camera or cell phone with an extra battery: the landscapes of the Andes are picture-perfect.
- Passport or ID: required for entry to tourist sites.
- Cash (soles): Some places do not accept credit cards, especially for local purchases or handicrafts.
- An open and curious attitude: every stop along the Ruta del Sol holds a story, a legend, and a piece of Peru’s soul.
The Ruta del Sol Tour from Puno to Cusco—Puno to Cusco
It is available every day of the year, combining history, archaeology, nature, and living culture into a single journey.
- Price
Group tour: $89.00 per person
- Reservations and Payment Methods
Booking is quick and easy. We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience.
- Payment methods:
- Credit or debit card
- PayPal
- MoneyGram
- Western Union
- Cash (soles or dollars)
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