Titicaca Experience 2 Day Homestay

Cusco - Puno - Cusco

What this tour offers:

1 Unforgettable Destination

Lake Titicaca - The world's highest navigable lake, located in the Andes Mountains right on the Peruvian and Bolivian border and home to many communities

3 Incredible Activities

Uros Floating Islands - man-made floating reed islands, a place like no other
Taquile Island - Island community until recently isolated from the world
Amantani Island - Spend the night with a local family on the remote Island of Amantani

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Overview:

Discover Lake Titicaca with a 2 day boat tour of the lake visiting the famous “floating islands” and the isolated mainland island communities of Amantani and Taquile. Stay the night on the island (Amantani) and see first-hand the traditional island life and customs passed down through generations.

Highlights:

Visit the man-made islands of Uros, made entirely out of totora reed Uros Floating Islands
Island community until recently isolated from the world Taquile Islands
Spend the night with a local family in a once-in-a-lifetime cultural exchange Amantani Islands
Luxury spacious bus with huge reclining seats, toilet onboard, and more!

What this tour offers:

1 Unforgettable Destination

Lake Titicaca - The world's highest navigable lake, located in the Andes Mountains right on the Peruvian and Bolivian border and home to many communities

3 Incredible Activities

Uros Floating Islands - man-made floating reed islands, a place like no other
Taquile Island - Island community until recently isolated from the world
Amantani Island - Spend the night with a local family on the remote Island of Amantani

Daily departures

Price from: $99

What you’ll experience

Tour Itinerary & What's Included

Day 1: Cusco - Puno

9:00pm

Meet in our private bus terminal at Industrial 550, Cusco.

Map of terminal location here.

9:30pm - 6:00am

Overnight bus to Puno.

Day 2: Puno - Uros Floating Islands + Amantani Overnight Stay

5:00am

Taken to partner hostel in Puno where you have have free use of the toilets and bag storage. Breakfast can also be ordered here (optional - extra)

7:15am - 8:15am

Pick up for your Titicaca Tour from our partner hostel.

8:15am - 10:30am

Boat out to the Uros Islands for a guided tour of the famous “floating reed islands”.

10:30am - 1:30pm

Cruise the highest navigable lake in the world to the remote Island of Amantani.

1:30pm - 2:00pm

Arrival to Amantani, where you will meet your host family as well as check in to family homestay.

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Typical lunch in family's house made from natural products.

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Intercultural activities with the local family.

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Optional - 1 hour hike up to Pachatata temple to watch the sunset.

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Typical local dinner in family's house.

10:00pm

Option to take part in local dance and music or relax and rest in family's house.

Day 3: Taquile Island

7:00am - 8:00am

Typical breakfast in family house.

8:00am - 9:00am

Boat transfer to Taquile Island.

9:00am - 9:45am

Arrival to Taquile. 45 minutes hike up to Plaza de Armas. See how people create a living on this island.

9:45am - 11:45am

Learn the traditional history, lifestyle and cultures of the island community. From there, we will enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants.

11:45am - 12:30pm

Lunch (quinoa soup, trout, rice, chips, vegetables, tea).

12:30pm - 1:30pm

45-minute walk back to the dock - beautiful views alongside local flora and fauna.

1:30pm - 4:00pm

Return boat ride to Puno.

4:00pm

Arrive into Puno. Drop off at our partner hostel, a few blocks from the central plaza. Free bag storage and low cost shower use.

4:30pm - 9:00pm

Free time to explore Puno around the Plaza de Armas and enjoy dinner in one of the many central restaurants.

9:00pm - 9:30pm

Pick up from our partner hostel.

9:30pm - 6:00am

Overnight return bus to Cusco.

Day 4: Cusco

5:00am - 5:30am

Hotel/hostel drop off.

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What’s Included

Boat transport
English-speaking guide
Entry ticket to Uros Floating Islands
Entry ticket to Taquile Island
Entry ticket to Amantani Island
Day 1: lunch + dinner
Day 2: breakfast + lunch

Not Included

Breakfast upon arrival to Puno (optional - extra)
Dinner in Puno returning from islands
Reed Boat Ride (Kontiki) in Uros Islands: S/.10 soles – this is OPTIONAL but the locals will try to sell this to you

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Important Info & Notes

Departure Days

DAILY

Time of Departure

21:30pm (meet at our terminal 21:00pm)

Pick-up Location

Peru Hop Private Terminal just 10/15 minutes from hotels/hostels. Click HERE to view map (address will be on booking confirmation).

Note:

Minimum Time Needed

2 Days / 3 Nights (2 day homestay tour and 2 overnight buses)

Price

$99 - ALL INCLUDED: Transport, breakfast, tours and accommodation included.

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Info About Our Luxury Buses

Peru Hop – #1 Bus Company In Peru

As well as an unbeatable safety record, Peru Hop is also famous for its punctuality and comfort. In South America, where things often run later than scheduled, we are very proud to say we achieve a 98.5% on-time arrival for each trip.

If comparing Peru Hop to other bus companies, make sure you check their safety record, past accidents, as well as their Tripadvisor page (if they even bother to have one) as often you will find there is a reason why some bus companies have “cheaper” prices than Peru Hop.

Features Of Our Buses

40 semi-bed reclining seats: All with sponge foam pads for added comfort.
Modern and clean toilet: Unlike public buses that often smell bad and are not cleaned regularly.
High-tech temperature controlled air system: We ensure it is never too hot or too cold.
3 LCD TVs on board: Just sit back and enjoy English-speaking movies on longer journeys.
Highest quality brake and suspension system: To ensure that every passenger has a smooth and seamless journey.
Blankets for every passenger: Snuggle up and get some sleep on longer trips.
GPS monitoring system: Allows us to track our buses every step of the way and monitor driver velocity.
USB ports on every seat: Charge your phone or any device throughout your whole trip.

Bus Safety Controls

Large team of drivers: Our drivers are not overworked/tired as is often the case on other buses.
Tour guide onboard: Our tour guide does regular checks on the drivers.
Seatbelts: We have a seatbelt for every passenger and ask our passengers to wear them at all times.
24 hour GPS monitoring: Every bus is monitored from a secure point via GPS…we always know where the bus is and if it is taking any unscheduled stops.
Constant contact: The drivers and the guide communicate continuously by telephone with the Peru Hop office.
No tight deadlines: Our drivers are under NO pressure to arrive at a certain time, no need for increased speed or unnecessary risks.

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You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.

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