Colonial churchAndahuaylillas
“The Sistine Chapel of the Andes”
Step inside one of southern Peru's most spectacular colonial churches.
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Explore the Ruta del Sol with Inka Express
Travel between Cusco and Puno with four sightseeing stops, a bilingual guide and buffet lunch along the Route of the Sun.
250,000+
Travelers welcomed
1,500+
Positive reviews
1998
Established in Peru
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Sightseeing stops
2
Route directions
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Buffet lunch included
The same stops in both directions
The Ruta del Sol Experiences with Inka Express
Explore a colonial church, Inca ruins, mountain scenery and pre-Inca history at Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya and the Pucará Museum. Both directions include the same four sightseeing stops.
Colonial church
Inca ruins
Scenic viewpoint
Pre-Inca museumSwipe for all four stops
The Original Ruta del Sol Operator
We created this route and still run it best
We’ve pioneered the Ruta del Sol sightseeing journey between Cusco and Puno in 1998, turning an ordinary bus journey into a day of discovering the Andes, Inca ruins and local culture.
More than 26 years later, we continue to welcome travelers aboard our comfortable tourist buses, with experienced drivers, bilingual guides and a local team in Peru looking after every journey.
Choose your direction
Cusco to Puno or Puno to Cusco
Follow the Ruta del Sol through the Andes with four sightseeing stops and buffet lunch in Sicuani.
Cusco to Puno bus
4 guided stopsBuffet lunchBilingual guideStarlink Wi-Fi
Travel from Cusco to Puno with stops at Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya and the Pucará Museum, plus buffet lunch in Sicuani.
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Puno to Cusco bus
4 guided stopsBuffet lunchBilingual guideStarlink Wi-Fi
Travel from Puno to Cusco with stops at the Pucará Museum, La Raya, Raqchi and Andahuaylillas, plus buffet lunch in Sicuani.
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Why travel with Inka Express
Travel with guided sightseeing, onboard amenities and a buffet lunch along the route between Cusco and Puno.
Bilingual local guides
Explore the route with a bilingual guide sharing the history and culture of the places along the way.
Comfort on board
Reclining seats, an onboard restroom, refreshments and Starlink Wi-Fi help you enjoy the full-day journey.
Four sightseeing stops
Visit Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya and the Pucará Museum, with time to explore the history and scenery along the route.
Buffet lunch included
Enjoy a buffet lunch in Sicuani as part of the journey. Entrance fees at the attractions are paid separately.
Traveler reviews
Traveler reviews of Inka Express
Travelers Choice Best of the Best 2026
The sun route is incredible
The trip is incredible, it's very worthwhile, it becomes not just a trip but an excursion with a lot of knowledge, the lunch spot is impeccable, and along the way you find super different things in the little shops.
Exceptional tour!
Super recommended tour to discover some of the gems along the route between Puno and Cusco. The bus is very comfortable, with very comfortable seats and Wi-Fi on board. A truly pleasant and interesting experience!
Great way to travel between Cusco and Puno
The bus was the most comfortable I've ever been in: lots of leg space and really nice chairs. Snacks were also provided. All the costs were provided up front. The stops were really fun and the lunch was great.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. Entrance fees for Andahuaylillas, Raqchi and the Pukará Museum are paid separately during the journey and currently total S/53 (Peruvian Sol) per person.
Your Inka Express guide will let you know when and where each payment is required, so the process is simple throughout the day.
The Ruta del Sol turns your journey from Cusco to Puno into a full day of exploring the Andes, with four guided stops along the way.
You’ll visit the beautifully decorated church of Andahuaylillas, explore the impressive Inca ruins of Raqchi, reach the highest point of the journey at La Raya, and discover the pre-Inca history of the Lake Titicaca region at the Pukará Museum.
A buffet lunch in the Andes is also included before continuing towards Puno and Lake Titicaca.
Inka Express uses modern, comfortable tourist-class buses equipped with reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard Wi-Fi, and panoramic windows to enjoy the views along the route.
Yes! Inka Express uses Starlink satellite Wi-Fi, which provides connectivity even through many of the remote areas travelled between Cusco and Puno.
You can use it to message family and friends, share photos, check your onward travel plans or simply stay entertained watching Netflix or scrolling TikTok between stops.