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Home/Destinations/Puno/Puno to Cusco scenic route
To Cusco · Puno itinerary

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.

Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco
Cusco
Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco
5.0(63)·14 hours
from$400/ person
via Viator
Kayaking uros island (half day)
Puno
Kayaking uros island (half day)
5.0(23)·3 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
Full Day Trek Mountain Tour Short Route
Cusco
Full Day Trek Mountain Tour Short Route
5.0(44)·12 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
kayak uros mas conexión con isla Taquile
Puno
kayak uros mas conexión con isla Taquile
5.0(11)·8 hours
from$75/ person
via Viator
Full Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco
Cusco
Full Day Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco
5.0(40)·15h 30min
from$400/ person
via Viator
Cultural Tour to Uros Floating Island - Non touristic
Puno
Cultural Tour to Uros Floating Island - Non touristic
4.9(16)·2h 45min
from$64/ person
via Viator
Pallay Punchu Full Day Private Tour from Cusco
Cusco
Pallay Punchu Full Day Private Tour from Cusco
5.0(36)·12–14 hours
from$155/ person
via Viator
Lake Titicaca Tour with Amantani Island Homestay (2 Days)
Puno
Lake Titicaca Tour with Amantani Island Homestay (2 Days)
4.9(46)·2 days
from$88/ person
via 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