From La Paz I joined a three day tour to Lago Titicaca. In the beginning I was very surprised to be the only participant of this tour. But my guide, Juan Antonio put me quickly at ease and he was a wonderful guide explaining me so much about Bolivia, La Paz and of course the history of the people of the Lago Titicaca.
We spent the first night in Huatajata, where the travel agency has built up a small museum and traditional village together with the local population. It is a great introduction to the lake and its history.
On the following day we travelled to Isla de la Luna and Isla del Sol, where I stayed a night. This island is a gem: no cars and modern features are coming slowly. Walking around the island, you get to see the local population farming, looking after the animals and of course selling souvenirs to the tourists walking around. The views from Isla del Sol are breathtaking. We went for a walk at sunset and although it was partly clouded, the lights and the clouds were just incredible!
On the following day we travelled per boot to Copacabana were we visited the church before I traveled on to the boarder and then to Puno.
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