LAKE TITICACA PACKAGE & FESTIVITY OF VIRGEN DE LA CANDELARIA

Day 1: Arrival at Juliaca Airport – Puno

Upon arrival at Juliaca International Airport, our team will warmly welcome you and transfer you comfortably to your hotel in Puno. During the journey, enjoy the stunning Andean highland landscapes. The rest of the day is free to rest, acclimate to the altitude, or explore the city of Puno at your own pace.

Day 2: Lake Titicaca – Taquile, Luquina, and Uros

After breakfast, embark on an unforgettable Lake Titicaca tour, the highest navigable lake in the world and one of Peru’s top tourist attractions. Our first stop is Taquile Island, famous for its traditional textiles, recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, and for its breathtaking panoramic views. Next, we visit the Luquina community, a charming Aymara village by the lake, perfect to experience local life and enjoy its natural surroundings. Finally, explore the Floating Islands of the Uros, where you will discover an ancestral culture living on totora reed islands, preserving centuries-old traditions. Return to Puno in the afternoon.

Day 3: Feast of the Virgin of Candelaria – Parade and Traje de Luces

After breakfast, we pick you up from your hotel in Puno to attend the Virgin of Candelaria parade and Traje de Luces dance contest, one of the most important cultural events in Peru. Puno, known as the Folklore Capital of Peru, celebrates with devotion the Festivity of the Virgin of Candelaria, a unique expression combining religious faith, music, and ancestral dances. During the parade, thousands of dancers march through the main streets in colorful costumes, accompanied by musical bands, performing traditional dances such as Diablada Puneña, Morenada, Caporales, Sikuris, Kullahuada, and Llamerada.

Day 4: Aymara Route – Aramu Muru, Chullpas de Molloco, and Chucuito

After breakfast, we begin the Aymara Route, a journey blending history, culture, and Andean mysticism. First, visit Aramu Muru, also called Hayu Marca, an enigmatic stone gate surrounded by ancient legends, considered an important energy center. Next, explore the Chullpas de Molloco, ancient pre-Inca funerary towers in a spectacular highland setting. Finally, visit Chucuito, the “City of the Royal Boxes”, exploring its colonial plaza and the Temple of Fertility (Inca Uyo). Return to Puno in the afternoon. Overnight in Puno.

Day 5: Sillustani – Transfer to Airport

After breakfast, visit the Sillustani Archaeological Complex, famous for its impressive pre-Inca chullpas, located on the shores of Lake Umayo in a breathtaking natural setting. After the visit, transfer to Juliaca Airport for your return flight, taking with you an unforgettable experience of the Peruvian highlands.