From La Paz | Tour Tiahuanaco | Bolivia

Embark on a captivating day trip from La Paz, exploring the enigmatic ruins of Tiwanaku with a guide. Plus, see ancient artifacts with a visit to the Ceramic and Lithic museums.
08:30 am: Departure from your hotel in La Paz towards Tiwanaku. Get ready for a day filled with fascinating discoveries in the heart of Bolivia.

09:00 am: Arrival at Tiwanaku. Your first stop will be at the captivating Ceramic and Lithic Museums. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of ancient artifacts as you explore an impressive collection of ceramics, stone tools, and other objects that reveal the skill and daily life of the ancient Tiwanaku civilization.

10:30 am: Begin the guided tour of the Tiwanaku archaeological site. Dive into pre-Columbian history as you explore the mysterious Sun Gate (Inti Punku), famous for its intricate reliefs that still puzzle archaeologists and astronomers for their precision and symbolism.

11:30 am: Continue to the impressive Kalasasaya Temple, a ceremonial center that will transport you to the heart of the beliefs and rituals of Tiwanaku's ancient inhabitants. Witness the giant monoliths that hold ancestral stories and unravel the secrets of sacred architecture in the intriguing semi-subterranean temple.

12:30 pm: Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor typical Bolivian dishes while sharing impressions with your fellow travelers about the wonders discovered during the morning.

14:00 pm: Explore the ruins and sacred precincts of Puma Punku, where the precision and complexity of the structures still perplex modern archaeologists. Marvel at the colossal monoliths scattered across the site, each with its own story and meaning in Tiwanaku cosmology.

15:30 pm: Return to La Paz. Take advantage of the journey back to reflect on the day's experiences and absorb the cultural and archaeological richness you witnessed at Tiwanaku.

16:30 pm: Arrival in La Paz and transfer back to San Francisco Basilica. Conclude your day of exploration with the feeling of having traveled through time and gained a profound insight into Bolivia's pre-Columbian past.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.