Highlights of Bolivia - 9 days

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Highlights of Bolivia - 9 days

9 Days Starting in La Paz and ending in San Pedro de Atacama

Visiting: La Paz, Potosi, Uyuni, Villamar Mallcu, San Pedro de Atacama

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

1235/HOBO

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 22

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

Not recommended for under 5yrs.

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$4635

$4508 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$127

Tour Overview

Discover the highlights of Bolivia as you visit the Bolivian Highlands, colonial Potosi and the incredible salt flats in Uyuni where you stay in a hotel made entirely of salt! Explore the famous rock formations of the Valley of the Giants before finishing up in San Pedro de Atacama in Chile!

Highlights

La Paz - one of the highest capitals in the world.
The pre-Columbian archaeological site of Tiahuanacu.
The Miner's market of Calvario and the private silver mines.
Potosi - a gorgeous example of native artwork with many pretty churches and temples.
The incredible salt flats of Uyuni.
The famous rock formations of the Valley of the Giants.
The multi-coloured Laguna Colorada where the James Flamingos flock.
San Pedro de Atacama - an oasis town in the expansive Atacama Desert.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : La Paz

Location: La Paz

Meals Included: No Meals

Welcome to Bolivia, upon arrival you'll be met at La Paz airport and transferred to your hotel in the city. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to independently explore the highest capital city in the world.

Day 2 : La Paz

Location: La Paz

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you'll enjoy a full day tour of the scenic city of La Paz - visit world-class museums like the Gold, Murillo and Costumbrista, explore traditional street markets and head up to the Mirador de Killi Killi for fantastic views over the city. Later you'll marvel at the geological formations of the Valley of the Moon, located 10km outside the city.

Day 3 : Potosi

Location: Potosi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Travelling through the Bolivian Highlands, you get the opportunity to see the Aymara Indian's way of life - one of the oldest American cultures. It is considered the cradle of the American man and one of the most advanced cultures in development at that time. Their main constructions which you will visit are the Kalasasaya Temple to see its Gate of the Sun, the monoliths Ponce and Fraile, the Akapana pyramid and the Semi underground temple. Visit the old colonial village of Tiahuanaco, where you can see the use of stones from the ruins in their constructions. You also visit the Puma Punku Temple, an example of extremely high quality in stone carving. Tonight we travel by overnight bus to Potosi.

Day 4 : Potosi

Location: Potosi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Arriving early on day 4, transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, you depart to the miner’s market “Calvario”, where you will be able to buy coca leaves and cigarettes, which can be given to the miners. You’ll continue to the silver mines where you can visit the private, cooperative mines and watch the miners at work. Exploration of the silver began in the colonial period and is maintained today using the same working tools. You shall see the traditional rites where the miners pray to Tata Ckajcha or make the “Ch’alla” to the “Tio“(God of the mines, owner of the silver).

Day 5 : Uyuni / Salar De Uyuni Region

Location: Uyuni

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a guided tour of colonial Potosi, dating from the days when this city, the highest in the world, was larger than either London or Paris. A gorgeous example of native artwork with many pretty churches and temples including the church of San Lorenzo. Also visit the National Mint of Bolivia before transferring to Uyuni. On day 6 depart for the incredible salt flats of Uyuni. Arrive into Colchani which is the best place to observe the methods of salt extraction from the salar. Included today is a trip to Fish Island, a unique oasis with giant cacti reaching 10m high. There’s also time to see the cemetery of trains where the remains of 19th century steam locomotives rest. Enjoy lunch out on the salt flats. Lunch is taken in the middle of the Salt Flats and later on continue to the archaeology museum of Coqusa and on to the exclusive Hotel Palacio de Sal built entirely of salt. This evening opt for a night stroll through the eerie surroundings.

Day 7 : Villa Mar

Location: Villamar Mallcu

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Transfer to Villa Mar enroute visiting the colonial church of San Cristobal, the villages of Culpina and Alota and the famous rock formations of the Valley of the Giants. You’ll also visit local cave paintings and the fort of Tomas Lakjas

Day 8 : San Pedro De Atacama

Location: San Pedro de Atacama

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

On the morning of day 8 visit the multi-coloured Laguna Colorada where James Flamingos flock. The rich red colouration is derived from algae and plankton, which thrive in its minerals. Continue to Laguna Verde where the Licancahur Volcano looms large. Along the way visit the Sol de Manana geysers, the Chalviri thermal waters and the Valle de Dali. This is a site of intense volcanic activity. After lunch cross the border into Chile and enjoy the impressive views of the Atacama Salar with a beautiful view of the Licancábur Volcano of 5916 meters of altitude as you transfer to the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. Rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

Day 9 : San Pedro De Atacama

Location: San Pedro de Atacama

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today marks the end of services with a departure transfer to Calama Airport.

What's Included

7 nights STANDARD accommodation. Upgrading to SUPERIOR or DELUXE accommodation options are also available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
Services of a English-speaking guides at local sites
Overnight bus from La Paz to Potosi
All relevant transfers and transportation
Guided day tour of La Paz
Guided tour of Kalasasaya Temple and Akapana Pyramid. Afternoon tour of the miner's market in Calvario
Guided tour of Potosi including National Mint of Bolivia
Excursion to the Uyuni Salt Flats including Fish Island and the cemetery of trains
Visits to the church of San Cristobal and the villages of Culpina and Alota
Visit to the Laguna Colorada and the Sol de Manana geysers

What's Not Included

International flights and visas
Items of a personal nature, drinks and additional meals
Tipping – an entirely personal gesture

Check out our Q&As

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

7 nights STANDARD accommodation. Upgrading to SUPERIOR or DELUXE accommodation options are also available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

All relevant transfers and transportation
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1998

Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

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Calvin

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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