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Tiwanaku & Puma Punku – The Ancient Civilization – Everything Included!
La Paz, Bolivia
7 hours (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 1 more
Overview
Pre-dating even the Incas, the UNESCO–listed archaeological site of Tiwanaku shines a light on an ancient civilization lost in time—but visiting independently means missing the site's historic significance. On this tour, begin with pickup at your La Paz hotel and explore with your guide. Gain valuable insight into the meaning behind relics like the Gate of the Sun, the Kalasasaya Temple, and the Puma Punku complex.
- Hear the secrets of the UNESCO–listed archaeological site of Tiwanaku
- Your guide sheds light on a civilization pre-dating the Incas
- Admire highlights like the Kalasasaya Temple and the Puma Punku complex
- Hassle-free round-trip transport from selected La Paz hotels
What's Included
Professional bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
Transport round trip.
Lunch.
Hotel pickup (selected hotels only) (or meeting point)
Drop-off San Francisco Church.
Entrance Fee to Tiwanaku.
Drinks
Hotel drop-off
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
Itinerary
08:00/09:00 a.m. Hotel pick up.
10:40 a.m. Tour Start in Tiwanaku, ruins and museums.
02:15 p.m. Lunch.
03:00 p.m. Return to the city.
04:30 p.m. Drop-off San Francisco Church.
Beginning with a visit to the Ceramic and Lithic museums, clients can visit the ancient and enigmatic archaeological ruins such as: Gate of the Sun, Kalasasaya Temple, The Semi-Subterranean Temple with nailed heads, Monoliths, the megalithic and mysterious ancient ruins of Puma Punku and other religious enclosures.
Duration: 4 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Pumapunku is part of a large temple complex or monument group that is part of the Tiwanaku Site near Tiwanaku, in western Bolivia. It is believed to date to AD 536 and later.
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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