Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch
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September 2026
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Is Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch worth booking?
Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Puno, Peru, from $72 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (6)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $72 per person
Make the most of your travel time by combining transportation and sightseeing in one unforgettable journey. Travel during the day while visiting some of the most remarkable historical landmarks along the way. This incre
What you get
- First Aid Kit
- Service on board with cold and hot drinks
- Touristic bus from Cusco to Puno
- Guided tours in Spanish and English
- Ticket entrances to visit tourist places in each stop (optional)
- Buffet lunch at a local restaurant
About this experience
Make the most of your travel time by combining transportation and sightseeing in one unforgettable journey. Travel during the day while visiting some of the most remarkable historical landmarks along the way. This incredible route, known as Peru's Route of the Sun, connects two of the country's most iconic destinations: Cusco, home to the world-famous Machu Picchu, and Puno, gateway to the breathtaking Lake Titicaca. Along the journey, you'll travel aboard a comfortable tourist bus and enjoy three fascinating cultural stops: the Andahuaylillas Chapel, the Raqchi Archaeological Complex, and the Pucará Lithic Museum. Experience this scenic journey from Cusco to Puno—or the reverse route—and discover the rich history, culture, and landscapes of southern Peru.
What's included
Included
- First Aid Kit
- Service on board with cold and hot drinks
- Touristic bus from Cusco to Puno
- Guided tours in Spanish and English
- Ticket entrances to visit tourist places in each stop (optional)
- Buffet lunch at a local restaurant
Not included
- Gratuities
- Transfers from and to the bus station in Cusco and Puno
- The buffet lunch doesn't include cold drinks
What you'll see and do
San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas
After boarding the tourist bus located at the bus station in the city of Cusco, we will begin a 1-hour journey towards the beautiful south valley in order to make the first stop in Andahuaylillas situated at 3,093 meters above sea level. This lovely Andean town has an incredible jewel of the architecture dating back to the seventeenth century known as the Sistine Chapel, with an impressive work covered in gold leaf and paintings of the art school of Cusco. There is a fascinating artwork inside the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, ceilings and walls decorated in a Baroque style, many of them belong to the Peruvian painter Luis de Reaño. Definitely, it should be a must in your travel bucket list.
25 minutes here · Admission included
Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi
The bus ride continues, for one hour and a half, until reach the archaeological site of Raqchi, our second stop located at 3,450 meters above sea level. The temple of Wiracocha was built next to the Vilcanota River during the fifteenth century and, currently, it has huge walls that belonged to temples, as well as aqueducts and tombs. In this place, there are circular storehouses known as Colcas. Them were used to hold different kind of grains such as quinoa, potato, corn, among others. Another interesting fact is that Raqchi is part of the incredible Inca Trail.
40 minutes here · Admission included
The tour to Puno by bus continues until we reach the city of Sicuani to enjoy a buffet lunch in a local restaurant, that offers local and regional dishes, vegetables, desserts and hot drinks like mate de coca.
40 minutes here
La Raya Pass
After lunch and a travel of 40 minutes by bus, we are going to reach the highest point of the tour called La Raya Pass, situated at 4,335 meters above sea level. This is the border of the cities of Cusco and Puno, and here, we are going to make a short stop to admire the snow-capped Chimboya and take pictures of beautiful landscapes.
10 minutes here
Museo Litico Pukara
The next and the last visit will be at Museum of Pucara, after a trip of more than an hour from La Raya pass. This museum has an excellent collection of monoliths, stone sculptures and ceramics belonging to the culture of Pucara, a civilization developed in the highlands of Peru and Bolivia. At the end, we will take the tourist bus to travel for two more hours towards the city of Puno. Along the way you will be able to admire landscapes of the heart of the Andes, passing through the city of Juliaca, until we arrive at the bus station of Puno at 05:00 p.m.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Puno
If you departs from Puno, the bus station is located at Avenida Costanera 430, Puno
Meeting point
Puno
If you departs from Cusco, the bus station is located at Avenida Pacifico J-9-1, San Antonio, Cusco (one block of Colegio Bolivariano)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
If you final destination is Cusco, the bus station is located at Avenida Pacifico J-9-1, San Antonio, Cusco (one block of Colegio Bolivariano)
Ends at
If you final destination is Puno, the bus station is located at Avenida Costanera 430, Puno
Options you can book
Bus Cusco/Puno with ticket entrances
Ticket entrances included Buffet lunch included From Cusco to Puno
Bus Puno/Cusco without ticket entrances
Ticket entrances are not included Buffet lunch included From Puno to Cusco Starting point: Terminal Privado TURISMO MER, Av. Costanera 430, Puno 21001, Peru
Bus Cusco/Puno without ticket entrances
Ticket entrances are not included Buffet lunch included From Cusco to Puno
Bus Puno/Cusco with ticket entrances
Ticket entrances included Buffet lunch included From Puno to Cusco Starting point: Terminal Privado TURISMO MER, Av. Costanera 430, Puno 21001, Peru
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tangol
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You should bring hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, money for personal expenses and camera
- If you select the option without ticket entrances, you can get them directly in each stop
- It is not allowed to take photos and videos inside the Chapel of Andahuaylillas and Museum of Pucara
- Take note that the route from Puno to Cusco is the same, the order of the tour is the opposite.
- Boarding time 06:30 AM
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $72 to $111
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puno.
How much does Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $72 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Puno usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Puno is not rushed.
Is Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Puno, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Puno can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Puno and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cusco to Puno Tourist Bus with Cultural Stops and Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Puno within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Puno?
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On Outty we rank every Puno experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tour to Uros and Taquile Islands in a Fast Boat, Uros and Taquile Islands on New and Comfortable SpeedBoat, Lake Titicaca Fast Boat Tour Uros and Taquile Islands with Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Puno?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Puno?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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