9 Day itinerary in Bolivia, South America
Discover the adventure of a lifetime with an exhilarating journey from La Paz to Salta. Embark on vibrant city tours, breathtaking Uyuni Salt Flats excursions, and immersive cultural experiences. Traverse stunning landscapes from Bolivia’s Altiplano to Argentina’s rugged mountains. Enjoy thrilling a... Read More
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Take a Cafayate & Villages Day Trip
Explore the beautiful Uyuni Salt Flats
Enjoy a Moon Valley Sunset Tour
Take a Cafayate & Villages Day Trip
Explore the beautiful Uyuni Salt Flats
Enjoy a Moon Valley Sunset Tour
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Day 1: La Paz, Bolivia
La Paz Local Explorer
Departure Time: 14:00 hrs
Duration: 3 hrs
One of the best ways to see this offbeat and colorful city is in the sky! This adventure will show you the real La Paz exploring the amazing cable cars, the fascinating cemetery, local shamans and the pulsating city of El Alto with an amazing guide. This is one of the most stunning city tours in the world! Not only do you get to take in the magnificent views of La Paz and the surrounding mountains, but you also explore some of the most off the beaten path spots in the city! Take local transport up to the cemetery where we explore the open air street art museum and learn about the fascinating culture and traditions that can only be found here, then up to El Alto in the world’s most scenic form of transport, the teleferico (cable car). In El Alto we visit a local shaman and have the opportunity to get our fortunes read before exploring the city further and then taking 2 more telefericos back to the city center. Get a chance to see the real La Paz!
Day 2: Uyuni, Bolivia
La Paz to Uyuni
Type: Cama* Bus (Overnight) [*subject to availability]
Times: 21:00
Duration: 10 hours
Transfer from La Paz to Uyuni
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Uyuni.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Uyuni, Chile
Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) - Day 1 of 3
Departure Time: 10:30 hrs
Duration: 3 days
Uyuni - Colchani - Incahuasi Island - Pia Pia Island - Candelaria (L/D)
We will begin our journey at 10:00 AM with a departure from our starting location. At 10:30 AM, we will start the tour by visiting the Cementerio de trenes (Train Cemetery) which is a unique and interesting train graveyard located in the middle of the Uyuni Salt Flat. Then, we will continue to El proceso de sal en Colchani (The Salt Production Process in Colchani) to see how salt is extracted and processed. After that, we will visit the Artesanías de sal (Salt crafts) to see the various ways in which salt is used to create beautiful and unique crafts. We will also visit the Montones de sal (Salt piles) to see the vast expanse of salt flats, and the Ojos de sal (Salt Eyes) which are small pools of water that are surrounded by salt flats. Lastly, we will visit Isla Incahuasi (Incahuasi Island), which is a small island located in the middle of the salt flats and is home to cacti and other unique plants. Then, we will check-in to the Hotel de Sal, which is built entirely out of salt bricks and provides guests with an opportunity to experience what it's like to sleep on a bed of salt.
8:00 PM we check-in to the first night's accommodation at the Hotel de Sal, (shared bathroom) and we will enjoy dinner together.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Uyuni, Chile
Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) - Day 2 of 3
Chiguana Desert - Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser (B/L/D)
We will start the day with a 7:30 AM breakfast before departing at 8:00 AM. We will visit Volcán Ollague which is an active volcano, as well as Lagunas con Flamencos (Cañapa Hedionda - Honda), which are saltwater lagoons that are home to thousands of flamingos. We will also visit Desierto de Siloli (Siloli Desert) which is a desert that is located in the Andes Mountains and is known for its unique rock formations. After lunch, we will visit Montañas de 7colores (7-Colored Mountains), El árbol de Piedra (The Stone Tree) and Laguna Colorada (Huayllajara) which is a red-colored lagoon that is home to thousands of flamingos. We will spend our second night at the Albergue Laguna Colorada (shared bathroom)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Atacama, Argentina
Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) - Day 3 of 3
Dali Desert - Green Lagoon – Uyuni(B/L)
We will start the day early with a 5:00 AM departure. We will visit the Geiseres, which are geysers that spout hot water and steam and the Aguas Termales (Thermal Waters) where people can relax and enjoy the natural hot water. After breakfast, we will visit Rocas de Dalí (Dali's Rocks) which is a unique rock formation that was named after Salvador Dalí, as well as Laguna Verde (Green Lagoon) and Laguna Blanca (White Lagoon) which are both known for their vibrant and stunning colors. We will also visit Valle de Rocas (Valley of Rocks) and finish the tour visiting Culplina and San Cristobal.
Finally, you’ll head back to Uyuni, passing beautiful scenery along the way, and eating a picnic lunch next to the roadside. You’ll go by the Valley of the Rocks, the Alota settlement, and the San Cristobal Village.
We’ll get back to Uyuni by 6:30 pm. For those that wish to finish at San Pedro de Atacama in Chile instead of coming back to Uyuni: Guides will assist with your border crossing at 10:30 am, and you should arrive in San Pedro at 12:00 pm on the third day of the tour. The drop off is at San Pedro de Atacama’s main square.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6: San Pedro de Atacama, Argentina
Moon Valley Day Tour
Departure Time: 15:00 hrs
Duration: 4 hrs
Embark on your tour with a hotel pickup in San Pedro de Atacama. Begin by exploring the intriguing Amphitheater, a natural rock formation that seems to be intricately sculpted by nature. Marvel at its beauty and experience the unique acoustics of this remarkable place.
Continue your journey by uncovering the mysteries of the Tres Marías, three rock formations steeped in legends. Our knowledgeable guide will share the captivating stories surrounding these intriguing rocks.
Next, visit the Viewpoint and be mesmerized by a surreal panoramic vista of the Valley of the Moon. Take in the vastness and splendor of this distinctive landscape from this vantage point.
The highlight of the tour awaits: the sunset! Prepare to witness one of the world's most stunning sunsets as the sun descends behind the majestic Salt Mountain Range. The sky will be painted in warm hues, creating an unforgettable visual spectacle.
Note: Transfers only apply to certain hotels in the area. Please let us know in advance, so we can arrange everything accordingly.
Guide: Included for the day
Day 7: Salta, Argentina
San Pedro de Atacama to Salta
Type: Bus
Times: 8:30, 9:30
Duration: 10 hours
Transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Salta
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Salta.
Day 8: Salta, Argentina
Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own
Day 9: Salta, Argentina
Cafayate & Villages Day Trip
Departure Time: 07:00 hrs
Duration: 11 hrs
Enjoy a full-day tour of the province of Salta in the beautiful north of Argentina, visiting the famous colonial city of Cafayate and tasting the excellent wines produced in this region. This tour is an incredible opportunity to get to know the stunning and arid landscapes of the north and get in touch with Salta's wine culture! The Full Day Cafayate Tour begins with the trip from Salta, passing through the historic cities, the Calchaquíes Valleys and the Quebrada de las Conchas. Arriving in Cafayate, you will participate in a fantastic wine tour and visit a winery in the region where the Torrontés wine is produced. The Torrontés grape is considered to be the only truly Argentinian native grape and adapts very well to altitude. The Torrontés de Cafayate wine is undoubtedly the best in Argentina! The tour also includes a tour guide who will explain everything about the fauna, flora, geography, history and local culture. After tasting a lot of wine and enjoying the beauty of the city, you will be taken back to Salta at the end of the tour.
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