LAKE TITICACA & ISLA DEL SOL - 2 DAYS

DAY 1

COPACABANA & SOUTHERN ISLA DEL SOL

Early pick up in La Paz for a scenic drive by minivan across the Altiplano en route to Lake Titicaca. On the way, enjoy scenic stops to contemplate the sapphire-blue waters of the lake and the snow peaks of Cordillera Real (Royal Mountain Range).

Arrival in the town of Copacabana around noon. Follow your guide for a brief town tour and its famous Cathedral before enjoying lunch.

After lunch, set out on a relaxing boat ride to Isla del Sol (approx. 1.5 hrs.). Upon arriving, explore the ruins of Pilcocaina - a modest Incan temple with lots of history and impressive views. Later, hike your way to the top of the island for unmatched views of the Lake and Cordillera Real.

Enjoy a surreal sunset and a tranquil evening at your accommodation.

ACCOMMODATION
BASIC: Simple room in local lodge. Private room & bathroom
STANDARD: Upgraded accommodation in comfortable lodge with private room, bathroom and hot shower.
PLUS: A private cabin at Ecolodge La Estancia with private bathroom, hot shower and meals onsite.

MEALS
TRADITIONAL BUFFET LUNCH, DINNER

DAY 2

YUMANI, INCA STAIRWAY & FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH

The second day of our trip will see us enjoying an early moderate hike to the highest viewpoint in the southern part of the island to view a different perspective of the Lake and the Andean mountains.

We later visit Yumani village and have the opportunity to participate in a cultural activity hosted by a local family where traditional life is explained and displayed in the forms of music, traditions, agricultural products and colorful dresses (optional activity, must be added at the time of booking. Click here for more information). The rest of the morning is spent climbing down the famous Inca Stairway and learning about the Fountain of Youth.

Enjoy lunch in a privileged location on the island with awe-inspiring views of the lake amid nature before setting off on the return boat ride to Copacabana (1.5 hrs. approx).

From Copacabana, make your way back to La Paz admiring the natural beauty of the region while driving back.

Arrive in La Paz between 6 and 8 PM, depending on traffic in the city.

We will drop you off back in your accommodation or your selected drop off location (excluding the southern district known as “Zona Sur”).

ACCOMMODATION
NONE

MEALS
BREAKFAST, LUNCH

• Ideal if you want to get to know Isla del Sol but don’t have a lot of time
• No roads exist on the island. You must climb stairs and some uphill footpaths
• If you have a knee or severe health condition, this trip is not recommended
• Ideal if you enjoy moderate hikes on rugged terrain

• This trip is ideal to wind down and enjoy the tranquility of Isla del Sol and Lake Titicaca
• Note that there are no roads on Isla del Sol and all major attractions and your accommodation are located approximately 200 meters above lake level
• This trip is not recommended if you would like to avoid walking or have a knee or serious health problem
• You should have a decent level of fitness to be able to enjoy this tour
• Food involves mostly fish from the lake including trout and sardines. Beef and chicken options are also available
• This trip offers the opportunity to participate in a local, cultural activity where a local family will share their daily life activities, music and traditions. This is not included and is completely optional. You must add this to your booking if you would like it

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OPTIONAL ACTIVITY

An optional cultural activity is offered for this trip. The activity involves visiting a local family’s home for a couple of hours to learn about traditional music, agricultural products and practices, local language, traditional dress and daily life. You will have the chance to interact with the family, ask questions, try on the traditional garments for photographs (if wanted) and any other interaction the family is ready to share with you and vice versa.

The following are dates in which other people have shown interest in forming a group for this tour. Use the ENQUIRY tab to request a new date or join one of the dates below to form a group and obtain the respective price. The number of interested persons is shown for your reference and you will be updated via email if other people are interested in the same date. If your party consist of four persons, we suggest booking a tour outright to confirm departure.