Puno: Cutimbo Chullpas and Cave Paintings | Half Day Puno: Chullpas of Cutimbo and Cave Paintings | Half Day

Discover Cutimbo in half a day: Explore ancient Inca chullpas, millennia-old cave paintings, and striking geological formations, all surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes.
Departure from Puno – 9:00 a.m.

Your experience begins with pickup from your hotel in Puno. Together with your guide, you'll set off on an approximately 45-minute journey to the Cutimbo Archaeological Complex, taking in the typical landscapes of the Altiplano along the way.

Cutimbo Cave Paintings

During the ascent to the plateau, you'll discover ancient cave paintings, evidence of the presence of the first inhabitants of this region. Your guide will help you interpret these depictions and learn about their importance in the history of the Altiplano.

Chullpas of Cutimbo

Once you reach the top, explore the impressive Chullpas of Cutimbo, ancient funerary towers built of stone and linked to pre-Inca and Inca cultures.

Wander through the complex while learning about the stories and funerary traditions of its former inhabitants. From the plateau, you'll also be able to admire unique geological formations and sweeping views of the Andean landscape, perfect for taking photos.

Laykakota Mines

On the way back to Puno, learn about the history of the famous Laykakota Mines, important silver deposits during the colonial era. Learn how their wealth was linked to the Salcedo brothers and to some of the most important events in the colonial history of Puno.

Ruins of San Luis de Alba

Continue to the remains of San Luis de Alba, a former colonial settlement linked to the exploitation of the Laykakota mines. Here, you'll discover a different side to the history of Puno, marked by mining wealth, conflicts, and the development of the region during the colonial period.

Return to Puno – approximately 1:00 p.m.

After this last visit, we'll head back to Puno, wrapping up a half-day experience that combines archaeology, history, and Andean landscapes in places that still remain off the beaten tourist track.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.