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Puno is a town strung around a cold northwestern shore of Lake Titicaca.
It is not a particularly appealing town, but it is the place to begin trips out onto the legendary lake.
Lake Titicaca
The highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca is a deep blue and icy cold expanse of water that has played a vital role in the myths and legends of the ancient Inca and Aymara cultures.
Still today it is believed to be sacred to the indigenous people that live and work around its shores. Legend has it that it was from its waters that the sun god commanded his children Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo to rise, and they then created the Inca Empire.
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Suggested itineraries featuring Puno
Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Puno, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
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Peru & Bolivia highlights: Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, & Uyuni Salt Flats
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Places near Puno
- Lake Titicaca 33 miles away
- Arequipa 108 miles away
- Colca Canyon 139 miles away
- Cuzco 207 miles away
- Sacred Valley 239 miles away
- Machu Picchu 251 miles away
Photos of Puno
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Locals sailing on Lake Titicaca
Accommodation choices for Puno
We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Puno. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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GHL Lake Titicaca
Puno
Ideas for experiencing Puno
Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Puno, and which use the best local guides.
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Ride the Andean Explorer ![Belmond Andean Explorer Sleeper Train - Dining Cart]()
Ride the Andean Explorer
Ride the Andean Explorer
Puno is the place to board the Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. This spectacular rail journey, on a comfortable train with restaurant, bar and viewing carriage, takes about 10 hours.
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