Pick up from your hotel will be at 2:00pm with out private bus. It will take approximately 45 minutes to get to the archaeological site of Sillustani. Here, you will see Incan and Pre-Incan funerary tombs. After you will also visit Umayo Lagoon before returning to Puno. You will be returning to Puno at approximately 5:30pm.
Lovely day with a terrific guide, Esteban. The site was beautiful and very interesting. Stops along the way offered great views of Puno and a visit at a local’s home where we learned about foods and culture.
Bit of a rocky start as we were picked up on foot and then stood awkwardly on a corner for about 20 mins or more waiting to be picked up on a big bus - however the tour itself was really fun and super informative: we had an excellent guide who was full of info and gave a really thorough tour of the site.
Overall, the trip was very informative. Our group was bilingual so the group did the tour in Spanish in English. There are two things that I didn’t like. The first is that the tour went two hours past the time that it said that it was going to end, which made me late forother plans that I have that evening. The second is that when it started raining the tour guide ran off and left us behind. I wish that he would’ve waited for us.
Tour was very good and guide was knowledgeable and very helpful with my friend who was having some difficulties walking the steps.
This trip exceeded our expectations. Our guide spoke good English, was well informed and enthusiastic and provide lot of additional stories about the life of local people. We had a couple of small but interesting, genuine and engaging stops, especially a visit of a local farmer where we learned about their daily life, diet, and crop treatment (note the best prices for hand made souvenirs). The final stop at Silusstani and the visit of impressive burial towers (chullpas) is an absolute MUST when touring Puno. This is a treat for those interested to learn more about pre-Inca and Inca civilizations and those who would appreciate a stunning landscape for photographs. Absolutely worth it.
This tour wasamazing!The views of the Sillustani tombs and Lake Umayo were stunning.Our guide was knowledgeable and made the history comealive. Everything was well organised - I highly recommen Planet Odysseys!
Great tour, worth doing if you’ve got a spare half day whilst in Puno. Guide was great and very informative. You visit a traditional house first which was fabulous
I visited Sillustani for half a day, and it was amazing. The pre-Inca chullpas and Lake Umayo are breathtaking. Our guide shared fascinating insights about the history and culture of the area. The tour was well-organized. I highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Puno. Don't forget sunscreen and water
This tour to Sillustani was unexpectedly fascinating! The ancient funeral towers and the sweeping views over Lake Umayo created an atmosphere filled with mystery and beauty. Our guide explained the history and purpose behind the towers, making it educational and enjoyable. It’s a short yet enriching tour for those interested in archaeology and Andean culture. A perfect half-day excursion that leaves time to explore Puno.
I recently did the half-day tour to Sillustani from Puno, and it was such a memorable experience. The site itself is incredible—seeing the ancient stone towers and learning about their history was fascinating. The view over Lake Umayo was breathtaking, especially as the sun started to set. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, giving us great insight into the pre-Inca cultures and traditions. The tour was well-organized and allowed enough time to explore without feeling rushed. It’s an absolute must-do if you're in Puno!
If you visit Sillustani (and you should), do it via a tour guide like Odessey Travel. I booked online as little as 12 hours before, and the logistics went fine. Pickup at hotel of preference, timing, and knowledgeable duolingo guide made this a very pleasant 4 hour afternoon. The guide has the ability to detail the stories on this site in an interesting manner, making these dead piled up stones come to live in a way that you can relive history and get a grasp of what culturals drove in the early aliplano times.
Tour included a stop at lookout and family home showing way of life and crafts before Sillustani. Sillustani was the best bit though. Guide was good. Tour ran longer than stated. Big comfort bus.
Despite a glitch or two being picked up at our hotel (for which we were willing to pay extra for) this half day experience was excellent. This historic pre-Inc/Inca funerary site site is often overlooked by Puno visitors who generally focus on Lake Titicaca and its islands (also spectacular). Our guide was knowledgeable and fluent in both Spanish and English. The Sillustani site itself is magnificent, peaceful and humbling. I didn't care for the stop at a private home on the way there and wasn't expecting it as it wasn't mentioned in the itinerary but the hosts were friendly and whilst hawking their wares were not aggressive. A couple of very friendly alpacas out front was a photo opportunity. The tour company was called Titikaka Real.
An incredible half day trip to Sillustani with Planet Odysseys. The guide was well ontime and the explanation given was to the point and the guide also spoke good English. It was well worth the visit.
The tour guide picked me up from the hotel and walked to the taxi. Then we stopped by for a bit to the Mirador del Puma vista to see a vantage point of Lake Titicaca. Then on the way to Sillustani, the tour provided history and pre-history of the Inca. The next stop is at a pueblo where they talk about the way of life in the Andean culture, food: a sampling of different potatoes, cheese, toktochi (quinoa patty) and a taste of clay! Then at the main site, we had to hike to the top of the hill. I did not anticipate this and unfortunately, it was my 1st day in Puno and experiencing altitude sickness. I chose to stay within the entrance and chat with the locals.
Enjoyed a captivating half day Sillustani tour with Planet Odysseys. Their insightful guidance brought history to life. A truly enriching experience.
Our tour of Sillustani with Planet Odysseys was exceptional. The guide was deeply knowledgeble and passionately shared the rich history of the site. From booking to logistics, everything was seamless, showing how well Planet Odysseys understands their guest´s needs. A spell binding experience that left us awe of Peru's cultural heritage.
The half day trip to Sillustani funeral tombs with Planet Odysseys was a fascinating experience. The informative guide provided rich insights into the site´s historical context, making the visit much more meaningful. A well-organized, educational, and enriching experience. Perfect for those interested in deepening theirunderstanding of Peru´s history.
Did this half day tour in Puno before flying back to Lima and it was a very timely and detailed trip. Often overlooked, the place has historic importance and having a good and knowledgable guide is definitely an icing on the cake,
We decided to pick this organization because it offered groups up to 10 people max and english speaking guides. + pick up from the hotel, by a very friendly woman + price + punctual return to Puno + the archeological site is beautiful - guide was not able or, after I complained, willingly to give all infos in english that he gave in spanish, actually at some point he stopped completely - unscheduled stop at a „farm house“ where we were supposed to buy souvenirs or take pics with animals
Excellent half-term tour! The guide Alejandro made all the difference with his sympathy and knowledge. The route is great, passing through the Puma Mirador, visiting a local family and ending in the impressive ruins of Sillustani. The archaeological site is next to a wonderful lake, which brings a unique atmosphere of peace to the place. I highly recommend!
Excellent tour meet all punctuality, the guide was very friendly, I went just offered to take pictures
Great tour! Super picked up on time, Roberto is a very nice guide and explained a lot to us. The Sillustani Tour is really impressive and highly recommended!
Our visit to Sillustani with Planet Odysseys was an unforgettable experience! The kindness of the local people and the passion of our Guide left us amazed. The chullpas are stunning and the scenery is simply spectacular. We recommend this excursion to all lovers of history and culture! Thank you Planet Odysseys for making our trip such an enriching experience!
Getting to know Puno and its festivities was amazing, a service A1 Recommended. It was worth enduring the cold, but always providing us with information for our walk to enjoy
Sillustani a beautiful place, the agency treated us very well with great respect. March was the month of new and good experiences all was excellent.
We had an amazing time throughout the trip, everything is perfectly organized, down to the last detail, the SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT, especially the professional and friendly guide, always attentive to what we needed.
Our guide was great, efficient helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. I learned a lot about the funerary towers of Lake Titicaca and we took some amazing photos, the amenities of the tour were nice, everything was perfectly the agency treated us very well.
It has been a great experience to make this visit with Planet Odysseys. the organization is great everything perfectly coordinated and on time, you have everything prepared and you do not have to worry about anything. our guide was always concerned to explain everything along the tour about the history of Sillustani. highly recommended
I did the tour to SILLUSTANI with them and it was the best experience of my life!!!! My guide made my trip unforgettable. I helped us and explained the whole story behind the archaeological complex, during my stay in Puno I tried another tour but none compares to the Planet Odysseys Service, the Service and the treatment is excellent.
the visit to the archaeological complex of Sillustani was very rewarding, see impressive tombs I was amazed, my family liked it very much, Planet Odysseys took care of everything, there was no problem from the agency all the very responsible staff they took care of everything, the people of Puno are very friendly, the typical dishes are exquisite.
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