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Puno to Cusco: The Best Scenic Route Itinerary

The journey from Puno to Cusco is a highlight in itself. Here are the best-rated ways to combine Lake Titicaca with the scenic “Route of the Sun” to the Inca capital.

At a glance

  1. 1Lake Titicaca islands
  2. 2Route of the Sun
  3. 3Raqchi & Andahuaylillas
  4. 4Arrive Cusco

Explore Lake Titicaca

The Uros islands and Taquile.

The Route of the Sun

Raqchi, Andahuaylillas and La Raya pass.

Arrive in Cusco

End at the gateway to Machu Picchu.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Puno — prices per person.

3-stündige Bootstour zur Insel Uros ab Puno
Puno
3-stündige Bootstour zur Insel Uros ab Puno
4.8(110)·3 Stunden
ab$36/ Person
über Viator
Titicacasee (Tagesausflug) Uros & Taquile Islands
Puno
Titicacasee (Tagesausflug) Uros & Taquile Islands
4.7(252)·9 Stunden
ab$56/ Person
über Viator
Tour Uros Taquile mit normalem Boot
Puno
Tour Uros Taquile mit normalem Boot
4.6(26)·10 Stunden
ab$60/ Person
über Viator
Uros Schilf schwimmende Inseln & Taquile Insel Titicaca Puno Ganztags
Puno
Uros Schilf schwimmende Inseln & Taquile Insel Titicaca Puno Ganztags
4.2(38)·8 Stunden
ab$77/ Person
über Viator

Puno to Cusco scenic route — FAQ

How do you get from Puno to Cusco?
The scenic “Route of the Sun” tourist bus links Puno and Cusco over a full day, stopping at the Raqchi Inca temple, the Andahuaylillas church, La Raya pass and Pukara.
Is the Puno to Cusco scenic route worth it?
Yes — the Route of the Sun turns the journey into a sightseeing day, far more rewarding than a direct night bus or flight.
How long is the Puno to Cusco bus?
The Route of the Sun takes around 10 hours with several cultural and scenic stops and lunch included.

Explore more in Puno

Uros Floating IslandsTaquile & AmantaniSillustani Tombs