Bolivia Highlights

Visiting: Bolivia

Bolivia Highlights

Visit Bolivia's bustling markets in La Paz, View moon-like landscapes at the Valle de la Luna, Discover the heart of Bolivia in white-washed Sucre, Discover an underground history in Potosi, 4x4 through the surreal scenery of the Salar de Uyuni, See Bolivia's salt-mining in action

Explore the best of Bolivia on this adventure through lively cities, breathtaking scenery and colourful market towns. From the extreme elevation of bustling La Paz through the history of Potosi and on to the surreal salt flats of Salar de Uyuni, there's a diverse mix of adventures and activities to deliver excitement, intrigue and pleasure. Discover the highlights of this fascinating part of South America and be swept away by the colour and beauty flourishing in this corner of the earth.

Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 4pm on day 1.
You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting; please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

At around 3,600 m, La Paz feels like the top of the world. It's not far from it and vies with Tibet for the title of highest capital in the world. Although Sucre is the official capital of Bolivia, La Paz is the centre of commerce, finance and industry. Despite the abundance of colonial architecture, La Paz's indigenous roots run deep, and the atmosphere in the market-filled streets is both modern and traditional.
La Paz is renowned for its many markets, including the Mercado de Hechiceria or Witches' Market. Browse through the weird and wonderful stalls which sell everything from potions to incantations made from herbs, seeds and unidentified bits and pieces to cure any ailment. If this is all too much for you, try the more conventional markets where you'll find ponchos, gloves, hats and many other products made of alpaca wool, leather and other traditional materials.

Visit the Coca Museum and learn about this infamous plant that has for centuries been an essential part of life in the Andes.
Please note this trip is part of a combination trip. As such, some of your fellow travellers may have started their trip in Lima, 15 days ago.

Included Activities

•Moon Valley

Optional Activities

•Chacaltaya tour (pool), La Paz - BOB80.00
•Coca Museum, La Paz - BOB8.00
•Witches' Market, La Paz - Free

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), Overnight bus (1 nt)

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Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 4pm on day 1.
You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting; please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

At around 3,600 m, La Paz feels like the top of the world. It's not far from it and vies with Tibet for the title of highest capital in the world. Although Sucre is the official capital of Bolivia, La Paz is the centre of commerce, finance and industry. Despite the abundance of colonial architecture, La Paz's indigenous roots run deep, and the atmosphere in the market-filled streets is both modern and traditional.
La Paz is renowned for its many markets, including the Mercado de Hechiceria or Witches' Market. Browse through the weird and wonderful stalls which sell everything from potions to incantations made from herbs, seeds and unidentified bits and pieces to cure any ailment. If this is all too much for you, try the more conventional markets where you'll find ponchos, gloves, hats and many other products made of alpaca wool, leather and other traditional materials.

Visit the Coca Museum and learn about this infamous plant that has for centuries been an essential part of life in the Andes.
Please note this trip is part of a combination trip. As such, some of your fellow travellers may have started their trip in Lima, 15 days ago.

Included Activities

•Moon Valley

Optional Activities

•Chacaltaya tour (pool), La Paz - BOB80.00
•Coca Museum, La Paz - BOB8.00
•Witches' Market, La Paz - Free

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), Overnight bus (1 nt)

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Uyuni is the starting point of our 3-day 4WD excursion into Salar de Uyuni. The first day is spent mostly on the salt lake itself. The massive salt plains of Bolivia are an incredible sight and offer plenty of opportunities for bizarre, perspective-defying photos. Endless blue skies meet endless white salt on what was once a prehistoric lake.

The second day is spent driving through amazing landscapes. We stop by Laguna Colorado, a rich red lake, and Laguna Verde, a striking blue-green lake - both vividly coloured by algae and rich minerals. One of the strangest sights in the region is be the abundant wildlife. Spot llamas, flamingos, vizcachas and foxes.

Apart from providing geysers and snow-capped volcanoes, the volcanic landscape also gives us the chance to relax in the region's thermal baths. The third day is a very early (and freezing) start with more driving ahead.

Accommodation in Salar de Uyuni is basic. The first night will be spent in a simple hostel with shared bathrooms. Hot water is available after sunset but there is a charge. There is electricity available for a couple of hours after sunset. On the second night the accommodation will be more basic. There are no showers and electricity is generated by solar panel so not enough to charge electronic devices. Salar de Uyuni is at high altitude and can experience extremely cold weather, particularly at night. In the rainy season, the itinerary may be altered depending on the accessibility of roads.

Be aware, this trip can be tough going. There will be long travel days in 4WDs on dusty washboard tracks, freezing temperatures, basic toilet facilities and multishare accommodation. However, without a doubt, this amazing journey will be one of the main highlights of your trip to South America.

Included Activities

Uyuni Salt Flats 3d/2n (shared tour)

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), Dormitory (2 nts)

 

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Uyuni is the starting point of our 3-day 4WD excursion into Salar de Uyuni. The first day is spent mostly on the salt lake itself. The massive salt plains of Bolivia are an incredible sight and offer plenty of opportunities for bizarre, perspective-defying photos. Endless blue skies meet endless white salt on what was once a prehistoric lake.

The second day is spent driving through amazing landscapes. We stop by Laguna Colorado, a rich red lake, and Laguna Verde, a striking blue-green lake - both vividly coloured by algae and rich minerals. One of the strangest sights in the region is be the abundant wildlife. Spot llamas, flamingos, vizcachas and foxes.

Apart from providing geysers and snow-capped volcanoes, the volcanic landscape also gives us the chance to relax in the region's thermal baths. The third day is a very early (and freezing) start with more driving ahead.

Accommodation in Salar de Uyuni is basic. The first night will be spent in a simple hostel with shared bathrooms. Hot water is available after sunset but there is a charge. There is electricity available for a couple of hours after sunset. On the second night the accommodation will be more basic. There are no showers and electricity is generated by solar panel so not enough to charge electronic devices. Salar de Uyuni is at high altitude and can experience extremely cold weather, particularly at night. In the rainy season, the itinerary may be altered depending on the accessibility of roads.

Be aware, this trip can be tough going. There will be long travel days in 4WDs on dusty washboard tracks, freezing temperatures, basic toilet facilities and multishare accommodation. However, without a doubt, this amazing journey will be one of the main highlights of your trip to South America.

Included Activities

Uyuni Salt Flats 3d/2n (shared tour)

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), Dormitory (2 nts)

 

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Uyuni is the starting point of our 3-day 4WD excursion into Salar de Uyuni. The first day is spent mostly on the salt lake itself. The massive salt plains of Bolivia are an incredible sight and offer plenty of opportunities for bizarre, perspective-defying photos. Endless blue skies meet endless white salt on what was once a prehistoric lake.

The second day is spent driving through amazing landscapes. We stop by Laguna Colorado, a rich red lake, and Laguna Verde, a striking blue-green lake - both vividly coloured by algae and rich minerals. One of the strangest sights in the region is be the abundant wildlife. Spot llamas, flamingos, vizcachas and foxes.

Apart from providing geysers and snow-capped volcanoes, the volcanic landscape also gives us the chance to relax in the region's thermal baths. The third day is a very early (and freezing) start with more driving ahead.

Accommodation in Salar de Uyuni is basic. The first night will be spent in a simple hostel with shared bathrooms. Hot water is available after sunset but there is a charge. There is electricity available for a couple of hours after sunset. On the second night the accommodation will be more basic. There are no showers and electricity is generated by solar panel so not enough to charge electronic devices. Salar de Uyuni is at high altitude and can experience extremely cold weather, particularly at night. In the rainy season, the itinerary may be altered depending on the accessibility of roads.

Be aware, this trip can be tough going. There will be long travel days in 4WDs on dusty washboard tracks, freezing temperatures, basic toilet facilities and multishare accommodation. However, without a doubt, this amazing journey will be one of the main highlights of your trip to South America.

Included Activities

Uyuni Salt Flats 3d/2n (shared tour)

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), Dormitory (2 nts)

 

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Uyuni is the starting point of our 3-day 4WD excursion into Salar de Uyuni. The first day is spent mostly on the salt lake itself. The massive salt plains of Bolivia are an incredible sight and offer plenty of opportunities for bizarre, perspective-defying photos. Endless blue skies meet endless white salt on what was once a prehistoric lake.

The second day is spent driving through amazing landscapes. We stop by Laguna Colorado, a rich red lake, and Laguna Verde, a striking blue-green lake - both vividly coloured by algae and rich minerals. One of the strangest sights in the region is be the abundant wildlife. Spot llamas, flamingos, vizcachas and foxes.

Apart from providing geysers and snow-capped volcanoes, the volcanic landscape also gives us the chance to relax in the region's thermal baths. The third day is a very early (and freezing) start with more driving ahead.

Accommodation in Salar de Uyuni is basic. The first night will be spent in a simple hostel with shared bathrooms. Hot water is available after sunset but there is a charge. There is electricity available for a couple of hours after sunset. On the second night the accommodation will be more basic. There are no showers and electricity is generated by solar panel so not enough to charge electronic devices. Salar de Uyuni is at high altitude and can experience extremely cold weather, particularly at night. In the rainy season, the itinerary may be altered depending on the accessibility of roads.

Be aware, this trip can be tough going. There will be long travel days in 4WDs on dusty washboard tracks, freezing temperatures, basic toilet facilities and multishare accommodation. However, without a doubt, this amazing journey will be one of the main highlights of your trip to South America.

Included Activities

Uyuni Salt Flats 3d/2n (shared tour)

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), Dormitory (2 nts)

 

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A local bus takes us to Potosi (approx 3 hrs).

Optional Activities

•Casa de la Moneda, Potosi - BOB40.00
•Convento y Museo de Santa Teresa, Potosi - BOB21.00

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts)

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A local bus takes us to Potosi (approx 3 hrs).

Optional Activities

•Casa de la Moneda, Potosi - BOB40.00
•Convento y Museo de Santa Teresa, Potosi - BOB21.00

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts)

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We take a local bus to Sucre (approx 3-4 hrs).

Bolivia's official capital, Sucre was declared a Unesco World Heritage site in 1991. Most of the town's colonial buildings have been whitewashed, earning its nickname - the 'White City'. For great views of the city head up to Recoleta, an old convent on top of the hill.

Head to the Plaza 25 de Mayo to mingle with Sucre's well-heeled residents and have a look at the beautiful interior of the Iglesia de la Merced.

For something completely different, compare shoe sizes with a dinosaur at Cal Orcko, where 60 million-year-old footprints have been discovered.

Optional Activities

Casa de la Libertad, Sucre - BOB20.00

Dinosaur footprints at Cal Orcko, Sucre - USD5.00

Tarabuco Market, Sucre - USD20.00

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts)

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We take a local bus to Sucre (approx 3-4 hrs).

Bolivia's official capital, Sucre was declared a Unesco World Heritage site in 1991. Most of the town's colonial buildings have been whitewashed, earning its nickname - the 'White City'. For great views of the city head up to Recoleta, an old convent on top of the hill.

Head to the Plaza 25 de Mayo to mingle with Sucre's well-heeled residents and have a look at the beautiful interior of the Iglesia de la Merced.

For something completely different, compare shoe sizes with a dinosaur at Cal Orcko, where 60 million-year-old footprints have been discovered.

Optional Activities

Casa de la Libertad, Sucre - BOB20.00

Dinosaur footprints at Cal Orcko, Sucre - USD5.00

Tarabuco Market, Sucre - USD20.00

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts)

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We take a short flight to La Paz (approx 40 mins).  Your afternoon is free to rest or explore more of the city.
 
There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart our accommodation at any time. Please check the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage possibilities.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 nt)

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We take a short flight to La Paz (approx 40 mins).  Your afternoon is free to rest or explore more of the city.
 
There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart our accommodation at any time. Please check the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage possibilities.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 nt)

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Key: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner