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11 days,La Paz to La Paz
Trip Code: BBD

Exploring La Paz's winding streets and markets, traversing the salt flats of Uyuni by 4x4, discovering mountain wilderness, colonial cities and historic cultures in Bolivia.

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Climb to the top of South America for an out-of-this-world Bolivian experience—encounter awe-inspiring geography, cities rich in colonial history and indigenous culture. From La Paz, the highest capital city in the world, travel to the crest of the Andes and the middle of nowhere for three days of incredible off-road exploration of the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano. Take the road less travelled and meet locals for an immersive cultural experience that few travellers get to know. If you are looking for an authentic experience away from the tourist track, Bolivia is the perfect place for genuine adventure.

What's Included

  • 3-day 4WD excursion to the Salar de Uyuni.
  • 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners. (Allow USD145-190 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels (7 nts), bus/train (1 nt), very basic hostels on Salar de Uyuni excursion (multi-share) (2 nts).
  • Public bus, train, 4WD truck, plane.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) from Sucre onwards.
  • Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12
Map of the route for Bolivia Discovery
Places Visited
  • Bolivia

Reverse Itinerary

This trip also runs in the reverse direction, however exact days may vary slightly - see code BBDR .

Day 1 La Paz

Arrive at any time.

Days 2-4 Sucre

Fly to Sucre. Optional activities include an excursion to the site of 60 million year-old dinosaur tracks, a city tour or free time for individual exploration of the city.

Day 5 Potosí

Travel by bus to Potosí. Optional tour to a working mine, or explore the city and visit the Casa de la Moneda museum.

Days 6-8 Uyuni/Salt Lakes Excursion (2B,3L,2D)

Travel to Uyuni by bus. Embark on a three day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano with spectacular scenery.

Day 9 Train To La Paz

Overnight bus/train back to La Paz.

Day 10 La Paz

Free afternoon to explore the city's markets and winding streets or take an optional city tour including the Valley of the Moon.

Day 11 La Paz

Depart at any time.

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