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Ruins of Iskanwaya

Aucupata
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Duration

4 days, 3 nights

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English, Español

Overview

Ancient Mollu culture

The ruins of Iskanwaya are located on the edge of the Cordillera Real, 250m above the Rio Llica in the north of Bolivia. They are believed to be from the Mollu culture dating from 1145AD to 1425AD, so predating the Inca civilisation by a number of centuries. This large city was built on 2 platforms, and there are remains of more than 100 buildings, and a network of narrow streets and small plazas. The ruins are often referred to as the Machu Picchu of Bolivia for their impressive state of preservation and stunning situation. This culture tour can be used as secondary itinerary to acclimatise to the higher altitude before attempting any of the other treks or mountains near Sorata or La Paz.

Prices:

1 person $1690 (private trip for one person)

2 people $1070 US each

3 people $710 US each

4 people $700 US each

5 people $695 US each

6 people $635 US each

Prices for the 2024 season

Tour’s Location

Highlights

  • Type of activity: easy trekking at altitude
  • Difficulty: some fitness
  • Experience required: Non
  • Tour starts in La Paz
  • Tour ends in La Paz
  • Best time of year: May to November
  • Season: Dry season: days are mild and nights are cold
  • Highlights: Views of the Cordillera Real, Illampu (6356m) and Ancohuma (6427m), visiting the towns of Aucapata, Sorata, Gruta de San Pedro and ruins of Iskanwaya.

Itinerary

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Day 1; La Paz (3600m) - Aucapata (2850m)
Day 1; La Paz (3600m) - Aucapata (2850m)

In the morning we pick up from your hotel and head up to the city of Al Alto. Road heads north along the Cordillera Real and we pass the east side of Lago Titicaca. Later we will drive across the Altiplano (4000m) in the Cordillera Muñceas. We will pass many small villages on the drive. In this part of Bolivia, the people speak Quechua. We will continue to follow the winding roads to the relaxing village of Aucapata. 6 - 7 hour drive, small walks during the day (LD) Hostel

Day 2; Aucapata - Iskanwaya ruines (1450m) - Aucapata
Day 2; Aucapata - Iskanwaya ruines (1450m) - Aucapata

In the morning we will first visit the museum of Iskanwaya which is in village itself. Here we will art facts that have been excavated from the ruins. We will then drive down to the rarely visited ruins of Iskanwaya. We will make a picnic lunch at the ruins so there is plenty of time to visit the site. 1 hour drive, full day at the ruins (BLD) Hostel

Day 3; Aucapata - Sorata (2600m)
Day 3; Aucapata - Sorata (2600m)

After breakfast we head out towards the village of Pallayunga. This will be the lowest point of our trip. Here we cross the Rio Llica. Following the winding roads, we will pass cactus filled valleys, views of great landscapes. Just before Sorata we will have great views of Ancohuma (6427m) and Illampu (6356m). If time permits, we will visit the Gruta (Cave) de San Pedro, just before Sorata. Once in Sorata, we have time to relax and explore the village the beautiful village. 6 - 7 hour drive (BLD) Hostel

Day 4: Sorata - La Paz (3600m)
Day 4: Sorata - La Paz (3600m)

Today is an easy day. We still have time to visit the village before heading back to La Paz. Drop off at hotel. 3 - 4 hour drive (BL) END of SERVICES

Included/Excluded

  • Professional English-speaking guide, 1 guide for the group
  • Meals as mentioned (B – breakfast, L – lunch, D – dinner)
  • 3 night’s hostel accommodation
  • All private transport
  • Entrance fees to archaeological sites
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen bottle
  • 24/7 English speaking office assistants
  • Tips
  • Extra services not mentioned in the program
  • Personal gear
  • Personal insurance

Tour Length

4 days

Group Size

1 - 10
1 - 12
1 - 6
6

Tour Type

4X4 tours or Cultural tours

Tour's Location

Aucupata
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