Descripción
Copacabana is one of the oldest cities in America, as it was already inhabited when the Spaniards arrived in the XVI century. Its name is the adaptation to Spanish of Kopaj Kawana, a native name referring to the spirituality of the city, which now hosts the Virgin of Copacabana, Bolivia’s Spiritual Patron.

Copacabana is located in a calm bay at the edge of Lake Titicaca at 3821 m.a.s.l. and 155 km. away from La Paz by a paved road. Among its attractions are the Isla del Sol (“Island of the Sun”, ritual center of Tiwanaku and the Inca empire) and the Isla de la Luna (Island of the Moon), as well as its Catholic Basilica.

Complementing the attractions are other ruins, such as the falsely called Horca del Inca (Gallows of the Inca), actually a pre-Columbian astronomical observatory that precisely measures solstices and equinoxes. But undoubtedly, the main attraction is Lake Titicaca itself, world’s highest navigable lake, with an area of 8500 square kilometers.

Contrary to the common belief, Brazilian Copacabana was named after Bolivian Copacabana and not the contrary. History tells that Portuguese men returning to Portugal almost were shipwrecked in front of the coast of Río de Janeiro. Once they were out of danger, they attributed their rescue to the image of the Virgin of Copacabana they were carrying on the ship, whose origin is from the colonial Bolivia. And so, they named the current Brazilian beach of Copacabana.

This old Bolivian town can offer you much more surprises.

Itinerary (4 days)

Day 1: La Paz Tiwanaku Puerto Pérez	Departure from La Paz to the ruins of Tiwanaku, where we discover its history. Then we leave for Puerto Pérez, where we have an enjoyable night at the edge of Lake Titicaca. Hotel accommodation.
Day 2: Puerto Pérez Copacabana	We leave early in the morning for Copacabana, where we take a walk through the town learning its history. At night, a tasty dinner and free time to buy some souvenirs. Hotel accommodation.
Day 3: Isla del Sol	We leave early to catch a boat that will take us to Isla del Sol, where we take a three-hour walk visiting ruins and learning its history. After that, we take another boat to return to Copacabana. Hotel accommodation.
Day 4: Copacabana La Paz	We leave early and return to the city of La Paz, where we make the last preparations. Hotel accommodation.

Itinerary (3 days)

Day 1: La Paz Tiwanaku Puerto Pérez	Departure from La Paz to the ruins of Tiwanaku, where we discover its history. Then we leave for Puerto Pérez, where we have an enjoyable night at the edge of Lake Titicaca. Hotel accommodation.
Day 2: Puerto Pérez Copacabana	We leave early in the morning for Copacabana, where we take a walk through the town learning its history. At night, a tasty dinner and free time to buy some souvenirs. Hotel accommodation.
Day 3: Puerto Pérez La Paz	We leave early and return to the city of La Paz, where we make the last preparations. Hotel accommodation.

Price
Itinerary 4 days. Cost per person is $us 369* American dollars.
Itinerary 3 days. Cost per person is $us 341* American dollars.
Price calculated considering 4 people and double room accommodation at a five-star hotel in La Paz.

* Price subject to variation according to the number of people and selected hotel class.

	Services included
GoBolivia will render the following services, same that are included in the price: Hotel in La Paz with breakfast included according to itinerary. UIAGM Specialized Guide. Cook. Complete feeding during the expedition. Support personnel (porters, muleteer and mules/llamas). Personal and service (kitchen and dining room) tents. Transport during the expedition. Airport – hotel – airport transfer. Accommodation in villages during the expedition. Farewell dinner, you choose the place. Drinks during the expedition, except for alcoholic drinks. Common gear such as tents, heaters, kitchen utensils, first ad kit, radios, altimeter, etc. All personnel will properly assume their obligations and responsibilities. Services and supplies not included in the agreed price GoBolivia will not render the following services, same that are not included in the price: Personal equipment (mats, sleeping bags, thermos, etc.). Round trip airplane tickets. Food non mentioned in the itinerary. Drinks apart from the expedition and alcoholic drinks. Tips (Guide, porters, muleteers, etc.). Transport on days off. Passport and Bolivian visa (current passport, visa: please contact the Bolivian Consulate if necessary). Personal services (laundry, etc.). Expenses incurred in the event of rescue operations. Non planned additional expenses during the expedition, such as additional mules, etc. Life, accident and theft insurances and international medical insurance (essential).

Recommendations
To participate in this tour a good physical condition is required, especially talking about high mountain climbing. This is an ideal route for those initiating in mountain climbing because it does not present further complications.

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