Summary
- Day 1 : Sun Island on Lake Titicaca
- Day 2 : Moon Island
- Day 3 : Copacabana. Return to La Paz
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- Lake Titicaca
- Sun Island
- Moon Island
- Copacabana
Cultural ActivitiesIncludes cultural activities such as a visit to a traditional village or a local market to give a unique perspective.
HistoryVisit ancient ruins and historical sites.
Details
Day 1 Sun Island on Lake Titicaca 
(L,D) Early this morning, transfer by private vehicle with your guide to Copacabana. From here, we board a boat and head towards the Sun Island (1 hour ride). The Sun Island is worshipped as the birthplace of Manco Kápac and Mama Ocllo, the first founders of the Inca empire. With your guide, tour the Pilkokaina Palace, the Inca’s Fountain, and the 200 stairs of Yumani. You will have a traditional atapi lunch (a picnic with local dishes). You will have an hour walk to the Estancia EcoLodge, our home for the evening. Enjoy dinner and the sunset on Lake Titicaca
Day 2 Moon Island
(B,L,D) In the afternoon, hike to Challapampa on the north part of the island to see Chinkana (Labyrinth), a sacred Inca temple and visit the community.
We then travel by boat to Moon Island. Visit the Inca ruins of Inak Uyu on the northeast shore believed to be the convent for the Virgins of the Sun.
Return to Sun Island and la Estancia EcoLodge in the afternoon.
Day 3 Copacabana. Return to La Paz
(B,L)This morning return by boat to Copacabana. Visit this picturesque town situated between two mountains and on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Explore the Inca sites outside of the city as well as the cathedral with its dark Virgin of Candelaria statue and museum of European and local religious art. Travelers interested in a workout can climb El Calvario and enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Titicaca and Copacabana.
Return to La Paz in the afternoon.
Two nights comfortable lodge
All meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner); most of our hotels offer free continental breakfast.
Private vehicle, boat, and your own feet!
Alternatively, spend one night in Copacabana. Contact us for details.
Min 2, Max 12; Adventure Life Tour Leader
Allow US$50 for meals not included, US$135 for Bolivian visa, US$31 international departure tax, gratuities
Share US$50, Single US$75
Extension to Lake Titicaca from La Paz with private guide and services. Trip can be customized based on travelers' interests. Overnight in comfortable lodge on Sun Island. Some hiking involved on Sun Island.
1 person US$50 each
2 or more people US$25 /person
