Tiwanku Day Trip
Description
Embark on a captivating day trip to Tiwanaku and immerse yourself in the rich history of Bolivia, over three millennia ago. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, delve into one of South America's paramount archaeological sites.
Details of the Day Trip
At the predetermined hour, you will be collected from your accommodation in La Paz. Following this, we will journey towards the Tiwanaku archaeological site, transporting you back to the year 1500 B.C., when this civilization thrived as the first significant Precolombian empire on the continent.
Our initial stop will be the Tiwanaku lithic museum, where you can view some of the artifacts and artworks preserved from this ancient civilization.
Next, we will explore key landmarks within Tiwanaku, such as the Akapana pyramid and the Kalasasaya temple, a sacred area that served a calendrical function.
The tour continues into an underground temple adorned with various zoomorphic and anthropomorphic designs, as well as the majestic Puerta del Sol ("Gate of the Sun"), an emblematic feature of the Tiwanaku culture. Throughout this journey, we will uncover the historical significance of this civilization and its lasting impact on subsequent cultures, including the Incas.
Eventually, we will return to La Paz, concluding the day after approximately 8 hours.
Available Tour Options
During the booking phase, you can select from the following alternatives:
- English-speaking tour: This option includes a guided experience along with transportation. Here, we will convene at the designated meeting point (Calle Sagarnaga, on the corner of Murillo 189, La Paz).
- Tour including admissions: This package not only encompasses a guide and transportation but also entrance tickets to the archaeological site and museum, meeting at the same location as previously mentioned.
- Tour with hotel pickup and admission tickets: This choice involves pickup from your hotel in La Paz, transport to Tiwanaku, and your return to the meeting point at Calle Sagarnaga, on the corner of Murillo 189, La Paz after the tour. Admission tickets are included.
- Tour with pickup, admission tickets & lunch: Beyond everything included in the previous package, this option also offers a traditional Bolivian lunch in the Tiwanaku vicinity. This meal will feature three typical dishes and will be served at either El Condor or Pachamama restaurant. Vegetarian selections are available upon request.
What's included
- Hotel pickup (depending on selection)
- Transport by minibus or bus
- English–speaking guide
- Lunch (depending on selection)
- Admission to Tiwanaku and museum (depending on selection)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Tours without Pickup
At the indicated time, we'll meet at the following point in La Paz: Geo-Trek offices, located at 189 Sagarnaga and Murillo Street, in the Shopping Doryan, 2nd Floor, Office 30. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Tours with Pickup
15 minutes before the indicated time, we'll pick you up at the hotel in La Paz that you indicated during the booking process. Please be ready 10 minutes early.
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