Chucuito

Tours

Embark on a captivating tour to Aramu Muru that offers intriguing stops along the way, immersing you in the rich history and stunning landscapes of the region. Our first stop takes us to the charming colonial town of Chucuito, where we'll explore its fascinating attractions. Nearby, discover the enigmatic Temple of Inca Uyo, adorned with over 20 intricately carved stone penises, believed to symbolize fertility and vitality. Continuing our journey, we'll venture towards the captivating Inca Tombs known as Molloco Chullpas. Uncover the secrets of these ancient burial sites, marveling at the architectural prowess of the Incas. Next, we'll make our way to the awe-inspiring Aramu Muru gate, nestled amidst breathtaking rocky formations. This mystical location offers a mesmerizing backdrop for exploration. Prepare for a short hike, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural wonders that surround you. The total duration of the tour is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, providing ample time to delve into the fascinating history and soak in the extraordinary beauty of Aramu Muru and its surroundings. From the moment we begin until the moment we conclude, you can expect an enriching and memorable experience.

Embark on an exciting trip to Aramu Muru that will leave you amazed. Our carefully planned tour ensures a memorable experience filled with enriching encounters. Our adventure begins with a visit to Chucuito village, a charming colonial town near the Temple of Inca Uyo. Marvel at the intricate stone carvings depicting more than 20 phalluses, which symbolize fertility and celebrate life. Immerse yourself in the historical and cultural significance of this remarkable site. Next, prepare to be awestruck as we head to the Aramu Muru Gate, surrounded by stunning rocky formations. Explore the mystery and natural beauty of this captivating location. A short hike will allow you to fully appreciate the breathtaking surroundings and create lasting memories. As a special highlight of our tour, you'll have the incredible opportunity to take part in a personal ceremony led by a local spiritual guide. Witness ancient rituals, connect with sacred altars, and honor Pachamama, the revered goddess of life and mother earth. This immersive offering ritual lasts about 2 hours, allowing you to deeply experience this ancestral Andean tradition. Our spiritual guide uses different plants, objects, and rituals to help you connect with Pachamama and establish a special bond with this sacred place Join us on this transformative adventure to Aramu Muru, where fascinating history, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient rituals come together, offering an unparalleled journey of discovery.

We will begin our excursion by picking up travelers from hotels near Puno's main square at 8:00 am, departing towards the south of the city. Our first stop will be in Chucuito, known as the city of the royal boxes, where we will marvel at the famous Inka Uyo, also called the Temple of Fertility, as well as the ancient sundial and the Inca faces carved in stone. We will continue to the impressive Chullpas de Molloco, ancient burial temples of the Lupaka Culture, and then explore the enigmatic Waru Warus, circular Andean structures. Later, we will enter one of the most enigmatic routes: the Temple of the Illumination of the Meru Gods, known as Ajayu Marca, where the mysterious atmosphere will envelop you to the point of feeling its palpable energy. Our last stop will be at the Titicaca Castle, a tourist complex that offers a beach, restaurant, bar, cafeteria and viewpoints, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch on your own. Afterwards, we will return to the city of Puno.

We will pick you up at the meeting point in Puno at the indicated time and begin this excursion to Chucuito, a town that maintains colonial and pre-Hispanic architecture. Let's get to know him! First of all, we will enter Inca Uyo, considered the temple of the fertility of Mother Earth. We will tour the astronomical observatory, the stone windows and the sacrificial stone while learning about its history. Did you know that its function was to announce the solstices and equinoxes? In addition, you will be amazed by the very curious formations it houses. After the explanation, you will have time to take the photos you want. Afterwards, we will approach the main square where we will find the church of Our Lady of the Assumption. Do you know why Chucuito is known as the city of the Royal Banks? We will tell you! We will continue the tour at the town's viewpoint, from where we will have impressive views of Lake Titicaca and the southern area of Peru. Finally, you will have half an hour of free time to continue exploring Chucuito and we will arrive in Puno three and a half hours later.

At the indicated time we will pick you up from the meeting point. There we will begin the excursion to Chucuito, Aramu Muru and Juli, three towns full of charm and ancestral history. Our first stop will take place in Chucuito, a town located on a hill overlooking Lake Titicaca, characterized by its great archaeological wealth. There we will visit its most representative places, where the Temple of Fertility stands out. We will continue the excursion to the Chullpas de Molloco to observe these unique constructions from the pre-Columbian era. What was its function? Why do they have a rounded shape? We'll find out! Next, we will make a stop at some Andean waru waru. These floodable furrows aim to create a microclimate that mitigates the effect of frost, thus developing crops. Did you know it? Afterwards, we will go to Aramu Muru, also called Gate of the Gods. According to an ancient legend, this mysterious place will one day allow the arrival of various deities to Earth. We will learn about this and many other mysteries that this stone portal hides. Later we will travel to the city of Juli, known as the Rome of Latin America. Do you want to discover why? You will know it as soon as we start walking through its temples, such as San Pedro, San Juan de Letrán or Santo Domingo. In addition, in them you can admire great pictorial works by Cusco artists. Before returning, we will make a stop at a local restaurant so you can eat on your own. After lunch, we will finally take you to the initial meeting point, where we will arrive nine hours later.

Explore some of the most enigmatic places around Lake Titicaca on this day trip to Inca Uyo and Aramu Muru from Puno. Learn about their cultural and historical significance from your guide. After pickup at your hotel, drive toward Chucuito to visit Inca Uyo, an Inca temple of fertility. Once there, explore the rectangular cerimonial complex containing phallic monuments where sacred rituals of payment to Pachamama, the Andean fertility goddess, took place. Hear about Inca Uyo's secondary use as an astronomical observatory before visiting the nearby Church of Santo Domingo, the town's 16th-century church. Next, continue to Aramu Muru. Upon arrival, listen to your guide's tales about the door's interdimensional capabilities and take photos of this mystical site. Afterward, return to your hotel in Puno.

The tour begins with your pick-up at your hotel in Puno. The first attraction we will visit is Chucuito, a town located in the hills of Puno overlooking the lake and we will visit the temple of fertility of which it is said that women sit in these stone structures (shaped like a male reproductive organ). they get pregnant. The second attraction to visit are the chullpas of Molloco where we will observe pre-Columbian constructions of which the guide will explain much more to us. Afterwards we will visit some inudible furrows called waru waru that are used for growing products since they create microclimates and cover against frost. Later we will go to Amaru Muru, also known as the gate of the gods. This is a place full of mystery and enigma, and the guide will tell us the reason. As the last place to visit, we will go to the city of Juli, known as the Rome of Latin America, and we will walk through its temples, such as San Pedro, San Juan de Letrán or Santo Domingo. In addition, you can admire great pictorial works by Cusco artists. Finally we will visit a local restaurant where we will have lunch on our own and after lunch we will return to the main square of the city of Puno, where our tour ends.

We will start our excursion with the pick up from the hotels near the main square of Puno at 8:00 a.m., we will travel to the south of Puno. We will arrive to Chucuito, city of the royal boxes, here we will find the famous Inka Uyo, known as the Temple of Fertility, the sundial and the faces of the Inca. We will continue to the Chullpas de Molloco, funerary temples of the Lupaka Culture, then we will find the enigmatic circular Andean Waru Warus. Then we will find one of the most mysterious routes, the Temple of the Illumination of the Meru Gods or Ajayu Marca, the place is so enigmatic that you can feel it by touching it with both hands. The last stop is the Titicaca Castle, a tourist complex that has a beach, restaurant, bar, cafeteria, viewpoints, here you will have time for lunch on your own. Return to the city of Puno.