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Copacabana & Southern Sun Island
Visit the sacred Pilcocaina Ruins and descend the ancient Yumani Stairway on Lake Titicaca's Island of Sun, the mythical origin site of the Incas, and tour picturesque Copacabana, visiting the Calvary and Copacabana Sanctuary, pilgrimage sites of yore which still maintain their draw today.
2 days / 1 night
Departures: Daily Departures: 7:30am
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Copacabana & Southern Sun Island
During this excursion we‘ll enjoy a walking tour of Copacabana, Bolivia and wisit Sun Island, the point to which the Incas traced their mythical origin, a pristine island of impressive beauty where we‘ll explore the ruins of Pilcocaina and descend the Inca steps of Yumani to the fountain of youth.
Important Notice:
Due to the current political and economic situation in Bolivia, prices may experience unexpected variations. Additionally, please be informed that our tour itineraries are subject to change without prior notice. We appreciate your understanding and recommend staying updated with any changes. Our commitment is always to offer you the best possible experience!
Detailed Itinerary: Day by Day
Day 1:
La Paz / Copacabana / Sun Island
You'll be picked up at your La Paz hotel or hostel between 7:30 and 8:00 in the morning and then head by bus to Copacabana, about 3½ hours away. En route we'll be able to admire impressively attractive views of a part of the Andean Range known as the Cordillera Real, or Royal Range.
We'll arrive at Copacabana at about 12:00pm, stopping first at the hotel so that you have a chance to accommodate your things and then going for a lunch of food typical for the area. We'll board the shared boat at around 1:30pm, and you'll have an hour and a half to enjoy the sights and sounds of the world's highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca, as we cross its waters en route to Sun Island.
From our point of disembarkment it's a short 20 minute trek to the mysterious Inca ruins of the Pilcocaina Archeological Complex, where ceremonies were realized in adoration of the supreme deity, Inti, the Sun God. Our guide will introduce us to the history and significance of this site, afterwhich we'll descend an original Inca path, the stone steps of Yumani Stairway, which lead to the Fountain of Youth.
The temperatures begin to drop in the evening, so you'll want to have brought not only your sun gear for the afternoon, but also some warm layers for the evening. At 4:30pm it's time to embark on the return boat trip to Copacabana. After arriving we'll enjoy our dinner, at around 6:00pm. Afterwards you'll have the evening free.
Included
- Tourist-Class Transportation: La Paz - Copacabana
- Roundtrip Boat (Shared): Copacabana - Sun Island
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Meals:
- 01 Lunch
- 01 Dinner
- Professional Bilingual Guide
- Admission: Pilcocaina Archeological Complex
- 01 Night's Lodging: Copacabana or Sun Island
Not included
- Drinks & Snacks
- Discretionary Spending
Day 2:
Copacabana City Tour / La Paz
After breakfast we'll have a walking tour of the city of Copacabana which will last about two hours. First we'll visit the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Candelaria.
We'll also head to Calvary, a site where traditional pre-Columbian rituals were performed by Bolivian Yatiris seeking protection, health, love and money.
Before grabbing the 1:30pm bus that will take us back to La Paz, we'll stop for one last lunch in Copacabana.
Included
- Tourist-Class Transportation: Copacabana - La Paz
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Meals during the trip:
- 01 Breakfast
- 01 Lunch
- Professional Bilingual Guide
Not included
- Drinks & Snacks
- Discretionary Spending
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2 days / 1 night
Departures: Daily Departures: 7:30am
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Aditional information about this service:
Included in the tour:
- Roundtrip Tourist-Class Transportation: La Paz - Copacabana
- Roundtrip Boat (Shared): Copacabana - Sun Island
- Meals during the trip:
- 01 Breakfast
- 02 Lunches
- 01 Dinner
- Professional Bilingual Guide
- Entrance to the Ruins
- 01 Night's Lodging: Copacabana - Sun Island
No included in the tour:
- Drinks & Snacks
- Discretionary Spending
Recomendations:
- Hat & Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Warm Layers for the Evening
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Q: What is the Deposit Payment Process?
Pre-arrival deposits are required for tours in order to reserve tickets, entrances, and lodging. The amount may vary but is generally around 50% and can be paid in a variety of methods depending on your location. These methods include payment by credit card, PayPal, bank transfer, and Western Union.
Q: Can I Join or Leave a Tour During its Duration?
If you are interested in only a segment of a tour package, it is more recommendable to reserve individual day tours and transport, or to request one of our tour specialists to create a custom itinerary for you. (Read our terms and conditions)
Q: Are There Age Restrictions on the Tours?
The only restriction is that you must be at least 18 years old if you are traveling independently, otherwise you must be traveling with an adult. There is no upper age limit, but please disclose any health or mobility concerns so that we can ensure that your trip is as comfortable and pleasurable as possible.
Q: How can I change or cancel my reservation?
Any cancelation or change of services should be requested in writing, via email to the specialist making your arrangements. Regardless, it is important to remember that there exist cancelation and modification policies for each program, for which we invite you to review the general terms and conditions.
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