Chucuito & Inca Uyo: history and Andean spirituality

Chucuito & Inca Uyo: history and Andean spirituality

Why choose this tour?

1

Historic city with colonial legacy

Chucuito, known as the City of Royal Boxes, was once a center for tax collection and silver mining during colonial times. Today it preserves vestiges that take you back in time.

2

A unique temple in the Andean world

The Temple of Fertility (Inca Uyo), with its phallic stone sculptures, symbolizes fertility and the connection with Mother Earth. It also served as an astronomical observatory essential for agriculture.

3

Living culture and Lake Titicaca views

The tour includes colonial churches, the Main Square, and a viewpoint with panoramic views of Lake Titicaca, plus the chance to see local alpaca handicrafts.

Our tour begins with pick-up from your hotel in Puno and transfer to Chucuito, a town full of history and symbolism. The first stop is the Temple of Fertility (Inca Uyo), famous for its carved stone sculptures and ceremonial value.
We will then explore the Main Square, featuring the ancient Sundial, the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, and the Church of Santo Domingo, colonial jewels that retain their mystique.
Finally, we will walk to the Chucuito viewpoint, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Lake Titicaca and purchase local alpaca handicrafts. We will then return to Puno, closing a tour full of history, culture, and tradition.
Minimum group: 2 people

Included

Entrance to the Temple of Fertility (Inca Uyo)

Official guide (Spanish / English)

Tourist transport Puno – Chucuito – Puno

Guided visit in Chucuito and its attractions

Not included

Lunch