Tour overview:

Take in the diversity and natural beauty of Bolivia on this 8-day tour. Start on Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake and then travel to La Paz, elected as one of the 7 wonder cities in the world. It is in a valley at the foothills of the Andes Range, 11942 ft. above sea level. Wander the street markets rich in handicrafts and see the colonial landmarks. Travel to the incredible Uyuni salt flats and their beautiful sunsets. The Magic of the Andes awaits you in Bolivia!

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Day 1 - Puno – Copacabana – Sun Island

Trip by private transport from Puno with a wonderful view of Lake Titikaka along the route until Copacabana (3 ½ hours), a pleasant town in the shores of Lake. Visit to its church and the famous “Virgen Morena”. Trip by boat crossing the Lake to the Island of the Sun (1 hour) until Huacani to have an Aptapi (typical lunch in the highlands), this trip continue by boat up till to the ruins of Pilkokaina Inca temple Finally hike to La Estancia with a wonderful view of Lake Titicaca (1 hour approximately).

Included: Lunch (typical aptapi) and Dinner

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Day 2 - Moon Island – Copacabana – La Paz

DON’T MISS AN EARLY SUNRISE! Hike down through Yumani visiting the Inca stairs and the Water of the Eternal Youth, then have a trip to the Island of the Moon (30 minutes) and the Inca ruins of Iñak Uyu temple to finally reach Copacabana (1 hour and a half). Private transportation to La Paz (3 hours and a half).

Included: Breakfast and lunch

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Day 3 - City Tour and Valley of the Moon (Half Day)

City tour through La Paz, elected as one of the 7 wonder cities in the world. It is located in a valley at the foothills of the Andes Range, situated at 3,632m / 11942 ft. above sea level. The tour goes through the street markets rich in handicrafts, weavings and witchcraft items, followed by a visit to the colonial section of the city, San Francisco Church, Gold Museum, Murillo Square also visit to the viewpoint “Mirador de Killi Killi”; and the outdoor replica of Tiwanaku temple. Then descending to the more modern, southern part of La Paz to reach and visit the Valley of the Moon, where a clay mountain has been impressively shaped by erosion. Ride by cable car “Teleférico”, it’s a good choice to discover an excellent and beautiful view of La Paz. This is a must for every one!

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Day 4 - Depart La Paz

Transfer Hotel -Airport

El Alto airport is currently the highest International airport in the world at 4,080m/13.115 ft above sea level. Transfer from your hotel, via a short highway, from which there is a nice view of the city lights.

Included: Guide

Note: Flight La Paz-Uyuni (Not Included)

Transfer from the airport of Uyuni

Salt Flats Uyuni (Full day)

10:00 AM. Our day begins with the visit of the famous Train Cemetery, located only 8min away from Uyuni town. This place is known for the remains of steam locomotives that have persisted since the 19th and 20th centuries.

Later, in Colchani we will observe the salt extraction methods used by the local people in their artisanal fabrics. 

We will then enter the incredible Uyuni salt flats, with more than 12,000 km2 of pure salt. Visit the “Stairs to heaven” which is one of the works of the renowned Bolivian artist Gaston Ugalde. It is a staircase made of salt that is located in the middle of the Uyuni salt flat. It is an interesting stop to have nice pictures. Then, we will see the “Eyes of the Salt”. These are the outlets for subterranean rivers flowing under the Uyuni Salt Flat. The waters flowing from inside the salt flat have particular acidic concentrations and are considered medicinal waters by the locals.

Continue our journey to Incahuasi Island, which is a unique oasis and isolated ecosystem that is populated by giant cactuses up to 10 meters high, amazing! 

At proper time return transfer to the hotel.

Included: Picnic lunch

Note: Itinerary can change due to weather conditions.

Dinner at Luna Salada Hotel

Beverages Not Included

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Day 5 - Salt Flats Uyuni (Full day)

10:00 AM. we continue the trip direction north until we arrive at the feet of the majestic Tunupa volcano. We will visit Coquesa and their famous “mummies”, which are from pre-Columbian time. Also, on the same salt flats we will have the chance to take the funny “perspective” pictures. Our driver and guide will help us. They are already experts in this subject.

Finally, when returning to Uyuni, we will enjoy a beautiful sunset, which is one of the most beautiful moments that we will see in this place. The effect caused by the colors of the sun together with the salt make us have a spectacular landscape. It’s a great time to get great photos.

Included: Lunch

Note: Itinerary can change due to weather conditions.

Dinner at Luna Salada Hotel

Beverages Not Included

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Day 6 - Depart Uyuni

Transfer Uyuni Aiport

Note: Flight Uyuni-La Paz (Not Included)

Transfer Airport – Hotel

El Alto airport is currently the highest International airport in the world at 4,080m/13.115 ft. above sea level. Transfer from airport to hotel, via a short highway from which there is a nice view over the city of La Paz and nearby snow-capped mountains.

Included: Guide

Tiwanaku ruins (Half Day)

Tiwanaku is a 1.5 hour drive from La Paz (72 km/45 miles), throughout which the highlands are passed and the Aymaran way of life can be seen. Tiwanaku dating back to 400AC – 1100AC, was one of the most important pre-Inca civilizations and considered to be among the most developed at the time. The main constructions visited during this tour are: Kalasasaya temple and the Gate of the Sun constructed out of stone, Ponce and Fraile monoliths; Akapana pyramid and semi-underground temple. Two local museums to view pottery, stone work and learn about the culture are also included on this trip.

Lunch at Local restaurant

Beverages Not included.

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Day 7 - La Paz

Free day is at leisure.

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Day 8 - Depart La Paz

You will meet you driver and transfer to the airport for your flight back to home.

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