Pick up Location Any hostel/hotel in central Arequipa (within 1km of Plaza de Armas).
Note: If staying outside this area or at a residential address, then please select our central meeting point: FLYING DOG - MELGAR 116 as your pick-up location.
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1. Trip Highlights – A summary of the main attractions covered under this pass.
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2. Route by Route Information – Detailed descriptions of each stage of the pass.
3. Plan your Itinerary – Choose a date and see our recommended schedule.
4. Bus Timetable – All bus times for each stage of this pass.
5. Important Notes – Up to date information regarding holiday periods or anything else which may affect our service.
Trip Highlights
DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS:
Take a boat to Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, and visit families living on the floating islands. – Puno
Asistance from our guides with the necessary paperwork and immigration processes to cross the border. – Bolivia/Peru border
Visit the mythical Isla Del Sol, according to Inca legend the birthplace of the Sun God, Inti. – Copacabana
Cycle the DEATH ROAD, the world’s most dangerous road. – La Paz
Free hotel/hostel pickupsanddropoffs at every stop. Avoid ripoffs and unsafe taxis.
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Stunning views at Lagunillas viewpoint.
Route by Route Information
Follow the different ‘Hopstages’ of our route to see the different highlights at each of our destinations.
HOPSTAGE 1: Arequipa to Puno
Puno is our first stop after the beautiful white city of Arequipa. It is only a few hours away and is right by the highest lake in the world – Lake Titicaca, a must-visit for anyone in Peru. Note: Having gradually increased in altitude by bus will help with avoiding and adjusting to altitude sickness.
The Cultural Route
To break up this leg of the journey we’ve added a stop at Lagunillas Mirador Viewpoint. This photo stop is at the stunning Andean Altiplano with views down onto the Lagunillas Lake.
Top Things to Do in Puno
Night Stay on Isla Amantani at a local homestay. For more info. just ask your guide. Visit the captivating Sillustani burial towers. Kayak on the highest navigable lake in the world.
Top Thing to Do in Puno Floating Islands Tour – See how locals build and live on the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.
Peru Hop Departure Details
Departures: EVERY DAY Departures From: Any hotel/hostel in central Arequipa. Departure Time: 05:45am Arrival Time: 13:00pm
Recommended Nights in Puno:
We recommend staying 1 night in Puno. Puno is a small place with not much to do apart from visiting the Uros floating islands, Isla Taquile, and Isla Amantani on Lake Titicaca. Overnight stays on Isla Amantani are possible for those who want to explore more of the islands. We can help you book your accommodation.
Drop-off: Any hostel/hotel in central Puno (within 1km of Plaza de Armas).
HOPSTAGE 2: Puno to Copacabana
The next part of our journey takes you from Puno to Copacabana. Both popular for being by Lake Titicaca, the highest lake in the world, yet both in different countries.
The Cultural Route
This scenic part of the route is arguably one of the most beautiful. It is also the only part of our journey where you’ll cross from one country to another! For the Peru/Bolivia border crossing, our guides will assist you with the necessary paperwork and immigration processes for crossing. Check with our office before departure for nationalities that may require additional VISA requirements. Please have your passport and immigration slips in order. Overstay fines should be paid before leaving.
Top Things to Do in Copacabana
Climb ‘El Calvario’ hill for amazing panoramic views of Lake Titicaca (sunset). Visit the sacred church and pilgrimage centre of the Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Copacabana. Hire a kayak or duck-shaped pedalow and head out onto the lake. Relax lakeside with a cold beer and dine on the local speciality of freshly caught lake trout.
Top Thing to Do in Copacabana Isla Del Sol (Island of the Sun) – According to Inca legend this small island in the middle of Lake Titicaca was home to their most revered god, Inti, and was the mythical birthplace of the first Inca ancestors. A 4 hour round trip in our private boat takes you out to see the ancestral terracing and ruins of the southern part of the island as well as the existing island communities (includes a 1 hour walk from the original sun temple to the small island town of Yumani). Includes island entrance fee.
Peru Hop Departure Details
Departures: DAILY Departures From: Any hotel/hostel in central Puno. Departure Time: 08:30am Arrival Time: 13:30pm
Recommended Nights in Copacabana:
We recommend staying 1 night in Copacabana. There’s not too much to do here but one night is optimal for any tours or activities you might be interested in doing around Lake Titicaca. We can help you book your accommodation.
Drop-off: Copacabana is a small town, where the bus can only drive on one street. The White Anchor is our drop-off point.
HOPSTAGE 3: Copacabana to La Paz
Leave Copacabana, the beautiful little town on Lake Titicaca and venture further into Bolivia to the huge spellbinding city of La Paz.
The Cultural Route
Copacabana to La Paz is not a very long journey however it does include the Tiquina lake crossing. Here you’ll get a short break from the bus to enjoy a passenger ferry across the Strait of Tiquina where you can also get some stunning snaps form the water. Boat fare is included with your Peru Hop pass.
Top Things to Do in La Paz
Take the newly constructed city Teleferico (cable car) for the most stunning views of the city. Visit the infamous witch market and buy souvenirs for your friends and family back home. Learn the history of the coca leaf and its continued use in indigenous culture in the Coca Museum. Feel on top of the world scaling the infamous peak of Huayna Potosi – 6000+m (3 days).
Top Thing to Do in La Paz Bike the Infamous Death Road – One of Bolivia’s biggest attractions, this activity is not for the faint hearted. Death Road is perfect for any adrenaline-loving travellers and is among the most challenging activities you can do in South America.
Peru Hop Departure Details
Departures: DAILY Departures From: White Anchor in Copacabana port Departure Time: 18:00pm Arrival Time: 22:30pm
Recommended Nights in La Paz:
We recommend staying 2-3 nights in La Paz. This will give you the chance to fully explore the beautiful city and do any of the many activities available in La Paz.
Drop-off: Any hotel/hostel in central La Paz. Click here to view map.
Follow our recommended plan or hop on and hop off as much as you like.
HOP STAGE 1
AREQUIPA TO PUNO
EVERYDAY
AREQUIPA (DEPARTURE)
05:45
BREAKFAST STOP
08:00
LAGUNILLAS VIEWPOINT
09:30
JULIACA (COFFEE STOP)
11:00
PUNO (ARRIVAL)
13:00
AREQUIPA PICK UPS: Between 05:15 and 05:45am. Be ready at reception at 05:15am.
MAIN ACTIVITY IN PUNO: Lake Titicaca Tours. 2 Hour, Full Day or Homestays Tours (1 night) are available at Lake Titicaca.
HOP STAGE 2
PUNO TO COPACABANA
EVERYDAY
PUNO (DEPARTURE)
08:30
PERU/BOLIVIA BORDER
11:00
COPACABANA (ARRIVAL)
13:30
MAIN ACTIVITY IN COPACABANA:Isla del Sol boat trip (4hr round trip). Departs 14:00pm from the White Anchor. Returns in time for the bus to La Paz the same day. Or stay on the island and return the next day.
HOP STAGE 3
COPACABANA TO LA PAZ
EVERYDAY
COPACABANA (DEPARTURE)
18:00
TIQUINA FERRY CROSSING
19:00
LA PAZ (ARRIVAL)
22:30
*DEPARTURE POINT FROM COPACABANA: WHITE ANCHOR – Please do not be late or you will miss this bus!
Important Notes
26 MAY 2018 - NO BUS (LA PAZ TO COPA & COPA TO LA PAZ)
PLEASE NOTE: There will be no buses from La Paz - Copacabana and Copacabana - La Paz on Saturday 26th May.
26th of May is the festival of El Gran Poder in La Paz, the biggest religious celebration of the year in La Paz. The entire city centre is completely closed off for 24 hours due to the enormous parade with thousands of costumed dancers accompanied by brass bands.
27, 28 & 29 JULY 2018 - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS (PERU)
Biggest public holidays of the year. Hostel and tour prices increase during this period. MUST book accommodation in advance!
Night Stay on Isla Amantani at a local homestay. For more info. just ask your guide.
Visit the captivating Sillustani burial towers.
Kayak on the highest navigable lake in the world.
Climb ‘El Calvario’ hill for amazing panoramic views of Lake Titicaca (sunset).
Visit the sacred church and pilgrimage centre of the Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Copacabana.
Relax lakeside with a cold beer and dine on the local speciality of freshly caught lake trout.
Take the newly constructed city Teleferico (cable car) for the most stunning views of the city.
Visit the infamous witch market and buy souvenirs for your friends and family back home.
Learn the history of the coca leaf and its continued use in indigenous culture in the Coca Museum.
Feel on top of the world scaling the infamous peak of Huayna Potosi – 6000+m (3 days).