SILLUSTANI ARCHAEOLOGICAL COMPLEX TOUR
SILLUSTANI ARCHAEOLOGICAL COMPLEX TOUR
Itinerary
Without a doubt, one of the best known tourist attractions in the world that identifies Puno is the archaeological complex of Sillustani. We will pick up the travelers in their hotel at 02:00 pm. to leave for the archaeological complex of Sillustani in a tourist bus (combi). The trip from Puno to Sillustani takes approximately 45 minutes.
Sillustani is located on the shores of the Umayo lagoon. Sillustani, comes from two words whose union gives the meaning of "Slide of nails" possibly in allusion to the impenetrable blocks of the building. About the structures of Sillustani, this one is important for being a necropolis or cemetery that lodges at least 90 tombs in an extension of 150 hectares whose entrance is possible through a stairway of 78 steps.it is famous for their chullpas, that are circular towers of stone, raised to lodge the funeral remains of the main authorities of the old residents of the Collao.
In the cemetery, which follows the tradition of Collas and Lupacas of settling on a plateau, you can observe structures of monumental character, in the presence of the so-called chullpas that reach 12 meters in height. With respect to these, it is necessary to mention that many of them were found to be half-built, which could indicate that (until before the arrival of the Spaniards) these were ordered to be made by the characters of power to be their mortuary dwellings. The constructions of the chullpas, were made with carved stone, some made in a rustic way and others finely and present circular, square and rectangular forms.
Internally, in the chullpas you can see the presence of a chamber in which a false vault is manifested, as well as lateral stone locks. Externally, different cornices can be seen, as well as reliefs, the latter standing out for the use of collas motifs mixed with Inca and for the representation of animal motifs. Regarding the decoration of the latter, it can be said that possibly they would have been painted white. These chullpas have only one entrance way, which was oriented towards the sunrise.
After visiting the chullpas of Sillustani we return to the city of Puno, arriving at approximately 05:00 pm. We finish with the transfer of the tourists to their respective hotels.
Includes
- Transport from start to finish of the tour.
- Entrance ticket to the ARCHAEOLOGICAL COMPLEX OF SILLUSTANI
- Professional guide.
Does not include
- Lunch
- Hotel
- You must bring your passport for entry to all the vivistas described in the program.
- We recommend that clients take out full travel and health insurance for the activities included in the itinerary.
- We recommend wearing warm clothes for Cusco and light clothes for Machu Picchu, as well as comfortable shoes, hats, caps and creams to protect the skin from the sun and mosquito repellent and swimwear for swimming in streams, rivers and/or beaches. Rain coat or waterproof clothing in the rainy season from November to March.
- It is important that the client, prior to their travel dates, consult the weather forecast in the different countries and regions visited in the program, so that they can prepare the most appropriate clothing and footwear.
- Beware of the hot sun. We recommend that you bring your own protective lotions.
- We may need a small backpack outside for your personal belongings. Specifically for the tour to Machu Picchu is recommended.
- In most countries we have medical assistance, with clinics in the most remote areas of the countries. However, if you have a chronic disease or allergy, etc., we recommend that you bring your first aid kit or personal medications, especially when you are far from major cities.
- It is suggested to bring sunglasses and photo and video cameras to keep the beautiful memories of your vacation.
- We recommend always drinking bottled and sealed mineral water during the program visits.
- If the hotels mentioned in the itinerary are already full, we reserve the right to book other accommodation of equivalent level.
- We receive reservations at least 30 days before the tour departure.
More Information
- 3 hrs aprox
- 14.00 hrs
- Tour guide included
- Family friendly
- Offered inSpanish and English
Options and Availability
Collectivo Tour
.Policies and Conditions
- This tour operates as a collective tour with a minimum of 3 passengers.
- We offer transfer services from Cusco to Puno, on request. We offer the following options: Bus from Cusco to Puno, with a duration of 10 hrs. departure 7.30 am making tourist stops on the route. Direct tourist bus from Cusco to Puno, with a duration of 6 hrs, departures: 8.00 am and 10.00 pm.
- If the supplier decides to cancel, for reasons of force majeure or adverse weather conditions, Holiplus will offer an alternative tour or fully refund the cost of your trip.
CANCELLATION POLICY 7 - 3 days before the start of the tour: 50% 2 -1 day before the start of the tour: 80% No Show & Cancellation 24 hours before the start of the tour: 100%
