LA PAZ – COPACABANA – PUNO – AREQUIPA
Departure Days
EVERY DAY
Time of Departure
07:00am
Pick up Location
Any hotel/hostel in central La Paz.
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Note: If staying outside this area (e.g. Sopacachi) or at a residential address, then please select our central meeting point: WILD ROVER - CALLE COMERCIO 1476 as your pick-up location.
Minimum Time Needed
24 hours
Price
$49
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La Paz to Copacabana 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. Boat fare is included with your Peru Hop pass.
You will also have a stop at Tiquina Mirador. This breathtaking viewpoint gives one of the best photo ops of the lake with the snow-capped Cordillera Real creating the ultimate backdrop!
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
Isla del Sol: 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.
Departures: DAILY
Departures From: Any hotel/hostel in central La Paz.
Departure Time: 07:00am
Arrival Time: 11:30am
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-offs:
Copacabana is a small village. Central drop-off/pick-up point used in Copacabana due to its small size and limited access. Meeting point is the White Anchor by the port, within a few minutes walk of all major hotels/hostels.
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.
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
Lake Titicaca Tour: See how locals build and live on the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.
Departures: DAILY
Departures From: White Anchor in Copacabana port.
Departure Time: 17:00pm
Arrival Time: 20:00pm
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-offs:
Any hostel/hotel in central Puno (within 1km of Plaza de Armas).
Arequipa is probably Peru’s most beautiful city. It is surrounded by 3 volcanos and is known as ‘The White City’ because many of it’s buildings are constructed from sillar, a white volcanic stone. We highly recommend taking time to explore this incredible place.
Colca Canyon Trek – requires more time to adjust to the altitude but is considered a must-do activity when staying in Arequipa
Go white water rafting – a fun activity for people of all ages
Explore the marvelous snow-capped volcano, Misti Mountain
Colca Canyon Tour: A relaxed mix of bus rides and walking for those who cannot stay 4 or 5 days in Arequipa to do a difficult trek.
Extra Colca Canyon Tour Info: Colca Canyon 2 day tour begins at 08:00am (can be done on the same day as arrival).
Full day tour begins at 03:00am (stay 1 night Arequipa, do this tour the next day).
2 and 3 day treks that begin at 03:00am are available also.
Departures: EVERY DAY
Departures from: Any hotel/hostel in central Puno.
Departure time: 21:30pm
Arrival time: 05:30am (next day)
Recommended Nights in Arequipa:
We recommend staying 2 nights in Arequipa. This way you can do a quick tour or trek of Colca Canyon and spend some time exploring the stunning city. We can help you book your accommodation.
Drop-offs:
Any hostel/hotel in central Arequipa (within 1km of Plaza de Armas).
Buses operate EVERYDAY in EVERY direction.Follow our recommended plan or hop on and hop off as much as you like. |
| HOP STAGE 1 |
| LA PAZ TO COPACABANA | EVERY DAY | ||||||
| LA PAZ (DEPARTURE) | 07:00 | ||||||
| TIQUINA VIEWPOINT | 09:45 | ||||||
| TIQUINA FERRY CROSSING | 10:00 | ||||||
| COPACABANA (ARRIVE) | 11:30 | ||||||
*MAIN ACTIVITY IN COPACABANA: Isla del Sol boat trip (4hr round trip). Departs 13:00pm from the White Anchor. Returns in time for our bus the same day. Or stay on the island and return the next day. |
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| HOP STAGE 2 |
| COPACABANA TO PUNO | EVERY DAY | ||||||
| COPACABANA (DEPARTURE) | 17:00 | ||||||
| BOLIVIA/PERU BORDER | 17:30 | ||||||
| PUNO (ARRIVE) | 20:00 | ||||||
DEPARTURE POINT FROM COPACABANA: WHITE ANCHOR – Please don’t be late or you will miss the bus! |
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| HOP STAGE 3 |
| PUNO TO AREQUIPA | EVERY DAY | ||||||
| PUNO (DEPARTURE) | 21:30 | ||||||
| AREQUIPA (ARRIVAL) | 05:30 | ||||||
MAIN ACTIVITY IN AREQUIPA: Colca Canyon Tours and Treks. 2 Day Tours begin at 08:00am, and are possible to do on the same day as arrival. 1 Day Tours and Treks begin at 03:00am. |
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END OF 2018 BREAK
Bolivia Hop will run as normal at the end of 2018 except on:
LA PAZ - COPACABANA NO BUS ON: 23-26 DEC; 31 DEC; 01 JAN
COPACABANA - PUNO NO BUS ON: 23-26 DEC; 31 DEC; 01 JAN
NEXT BUS DEPARTING LA PAZ: WEDNESDAY 2 JANUARY 2019
RAINY SEASON 2019 BREAK
JANUARY - buses restart JANUARY and run for several weeks before closing for rainy season.
LAST BUS DEPARTING LA PAZ: MONDAY 28 JANUARY (ARRIVE AREQUIPA: TUE 29 JAN)
MUST follow the minimum recommended schedule - hop-offs to stay longer are not permitted
NEXT BUS DEPARTING LA PAZ: SATURDAY 02 MARCH
14 APRIL - 20 APRIL 2019 SEMANA SANTA
Easter weekend holidays. Hostel and tour prices increase during this period. We will not be able to assist you booking any accommodations during this period. Please book in advance.
27, 28 & 29 JULY 2019 - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS (PERU)
Biggest public holidays of the year. Hostel and tour prices increase during this period. MUST book accommodation in advance!
