Get stunned on arrival at the vibrant La Paz New 7 Wonder City of the World, Highest Capital in the World where changes occur at every minute, Cable Cars and crazy uphills, bustling markets and curious places like witches’ Market and more, much more. See Lake Titicaca which is the highest navigable lake in the world highly renowned for its stunning blue waters surrounded by the Andes Mountains, walk among hundreds of Llamas in Sajama National Park, see the largest Salt lake and take a funny picture in the highest desert in the World, get inside a Silver mine dressed completely like a miner in Potosi World Heritage Site, chill in Sucre, another Unesco Site called also  the White City, swim with pink dolphins, see hundreds of caymans and all the birds you can imagine in the Amazing Wet Lands of the Bolivian Amazon.

1. La Paz – Lake Titicaca
2. Lake Titicaca – Sucre
3. Sucre – Potosí
4. Potosí – Uyuni City
5. Uyuni – Siloli Desert
6. Siloli Desert – Uyuni Salt Lake
7. Uyuni Salt Lake – Sajama National Park
8. Sajama National Park
9. Sajama – La Paz
10. La Paz – Amazon Wet Lands
11. Wet Lands
12. Wet Lands – La Paz
13. La Paz

Lake Titicaca

Sun Island

Reed Boat Builders

Sucre White City

Potosí Silver Mines

Siloli Highest desert in the World

Uyuni Salt Lake

Sajama National park

Pink Dolphins

Caymans

Anacondas

La Paz.

Duration

09 days/08nights

START:

La Paz – Bolivia

END:

La Paz – Bolivia

Countries covered

PERU: 50%

BOLIVIA: 50%

SCENERY:  70 % of Tour

CULTURAL: 50% of  Tour

PHYSICAL DEMAND: 5/10  20% of Tour

GROUP SIZE: 01 to 23                             

PRICE PER PERSON IN USD – SHARED TOURS AS OF 2 PERSONS

PRICE PER PERSON IN USD – PRIVATE TOURS

Previous day. –

Optional to meet the other participants in the group. However if your time doesn’t allow  you, you can also show up right on Day 1, day of start of your tour.

It is a day for you to get to La Paz in a relaxed way and be close to us.  On this day, you will check in at the hostel/hotel provided by SAEX to spend the night. On this day, you will finalise payment If you haven’t paid it all, you will get to know your Tour Leader that will explain the group about the tour and will give all the last recommendations needed.

Day 1.-

Route: LA PAZ – LAKE TITICACA (Bolivia).

Highlights: Sun Island

Early in the morning, we will get in a car heading to the limpid blue waters of the highest navigable Lake in the World, with the Cordillera de los Andes in the background where Sun Island emerges from the depths. Stunning sunrise and sun set from your bed will be inserted in your memories forever.

Accommodation on Sun Island.

Included: Private transport, meals: Lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees. 

Not included: breakfast, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 2.-

Route: TITICACA LAKE- LA PAZ-SUCRE (Bolivia)

Highlights: Cathedral of the Virgen Morena, Reed Boat builders

We will get on a boat early in the morning to Copacabana, after a short walk and visit of the Cathedral of Copacabana, we will continue to La Paz, on the way we will stop in Huatajata where we will meet the World famous Reed Boat Builders, responsible for building ships that crossed the oceans of the World. Our car will drop us off at the airport in La Paz. Later we will be flying to Sucre, the beautiful White City of Bolivia.

Accommodation in Sucre

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, flight ticket, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 3.-

Route: SUCRE WHITE CITY – POTOSI (Bolivia)

Highlights: Sucre City Tour – Dinosaur tracks.

After a great and relaxing night’s rest we will have breakfast in the colonial hotel of Sucre and embark on a City tour that will include the area of the amazing dinosaur tracks, the 5^th largest concentration of Dinosaur tracks in the world. After freshen up at the hotel we will drive to Potosi home of El Cerro Rico.

Accommodation in Sucre.

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 4.–

Route:– POTOSI SILVER MINES- UYUNI CITY (Bolivia)

Highlights: Casa de Moneda, Santa Tereza Monastery, Silver Mines.

On this day, we will visit historical places like Casa de Moneda where the Spanish empire melted the silver money and Santa Tereza Monastery. After, you will get dressed completely like a miner and get into a real mine at El Cerro Rico, rich Silver Mountain that still produces silver since the 15^th century. Possible only in Potosi.Then we will head in car to Uyuni city.

Accommodation in Uyuni

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 5.–

Route: UYUNI – SILOLI DESERT (Bolivia)

Highlights: Valley of the rocks, Green Lagoon, Dali Desert, Sol de Mañana geysers, Red Lagoon, Siloly desert. 

Our 4 x 4 section starts early in the morning, we will get into a remote world where marvellous scenery hits our eyes all the time and enjoy incredible accommodation in the middle of nowhere.

Accommodation in the Desert of Siloli

Included: private 4 x 4 toyota, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 6.-

Route: SILOLI – UYUNI SALT LAKE (Bolivia)

Highlights: Siloli Desert (stone tree), Andean Lagoons, Uyuni Salt Lake

Early rise to head to the Andean Lagoons where we will see lots of flamingos to finally arrive at the largest Salt Lake in the World. We will sleep at the shores of the Lake in a hotel built completely in salt bricks.

Accommodation in the Salt Lake.

Included: private 4 x 4 Toyota, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 07.–

Route: UYUNI SALT LAKE – SAJAMA NATIONAL PARK (Bolivia)

Highlights: Uyuni Salt Lake, Meteorite crater, plains of Sajama, hot springs.

Our 4 x 4 will be exploring remote areas of the Country, we will get in the middle afternoon to Sajama National Park where thousands of llamas will be seen. After checking in, we will go for a relaxing bath in the hot springs.

Accommodation in Sajama.

Included: 4 x 4 toyota, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 08.–

Route: SAJAMA NATIONAL PARK (Bolivia)

Highlights: High Andean Lakes, Llama interaction, hot springs

We will explore the park in our 4 x 4 and part of our breakfast will be some eggs cooked in the boiling waters of the geysers.  Surrounded by 3 beautiful perfect shaped volcanoes we will walk for a while, we will learn something about llamas and in the afternoon, we will go for a relaxing bath in the hot springs.

Accommodation in Sajama.

Included: 4 x 4 toyota, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 09.–

Route: SAJAMA – LA PAZ (Bolivia)

Highlights: Queñua forest, Aymara funerary Towers

Now we will leave for La Paz, scenery is still overwhelming, and we will have the chance to walk in the Queñua Forest, rare tree that grows only in the high altitude. On the way to La Paz, we will stop at the amazing funerary towers, old towers from the 10^th century. Those wanting to try a delicacy will be able to have Charke, traditional dish made of Llama jerky.

Accommodation in La Paz.

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 10.–

Route: LA PAZ – WET LANDS (Bolivia)

Highlights: Wild life in the Amazon Wet Lands

 We will fly to Rurrenabaque in the morning, small village in the Amazon, upon arrival our car will take you on a 2 hour drive to the Pampas, we will get on a small boat and start enjoying wild life. We will get to the lodge after 2-3 hours

Accommodation in the Pampas.

Included: Private transport, flight ticket, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 11.–

Route: WET LANDS (Bolivia)

Highlights: Wild life in the Amazon Wet Lands

 We will go for Anacondas and swim with Pink Dolphins, we will also fish piranhas and see a fantastic sunset in the Pampas. In the night we will go looking for caymans.

Accommodation in the Pampas.

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 12.–

Route: WET LANDS – LA PAZ (Bolivia)

Highlights: City Tour La Paz, teleféricos 

Early in the morning, we will be taken to the airport. Once in La Paz, we will enjoy a perfect and complete City tour. You will be able to experience the Teleféricos system as well.

Accommodation in La Paz.

Included: Private transport, flight ticket, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 13.–

Route: LA PAZ (Bolivia)

Highlights: Andes Mountain, Tiwanaku or free shopping day.

You will have your last day in La Paz and it is optional whether you take a tour to a Mountain or to Tiwanaku, old archaeological site of the oldest culture in South America. You can also choose just to have a free day where your Tour Leader can show you all of what you have missed on before and give you the right advice to buy souvenirs or just visit another special place in La Paz.

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

This is a list that we have prepared based on experience, there are some things that may not be useful for you according to your dressing style or traveling style, read the list carefully and decide what you will bring.

Some items of the list may not be necessary for your trip or on the other hand, you may need something else. Ask our travel consultant to send you a detailed “packing list” specially for your trip.

1. Day pack 35 lt.

Essential for keeping little things during the day. Your snacks, bottle of water, etc.

2. Wide brim hat or cap.

You will have many hours under the sun. Hat or cap are good to avoid sunstroke

3. Comfortable travelling clothes.

Light and easy to wash. 2 sets at least will cover your needs.

4. 1 set of casual clothes for that night out.

There will be some chances to go out at night.

5. Shorts

Very useful to be comfortable at the hotel.

6. Sun glasses

You will have many hours in the sun.

7. Warm sweater

Always have a warm sweater in hand, early in the morning and late in the afternoon can be chilly

8. Fleece

Nights in the altitude are cold even in summer.

9. Waterproof/windproof Jacket with hood

Summers can be rainy and in winter if it is windy, it gets cold.

10. Hiking boots

You will need them for those programmes on which hiking is involved.

11. Tennis shoes

You will need them to walk comfortable, for example during City Tours.

12. Sandals – flip flops

Essential for when you get a shower or stay comfortable in the hotel.

13. Head torch/head lamp & spare batteries

This is very useful if your tour involves staying in the countryside.

14. Swimming stuff

Bring swimming suit if your programme includes immersing in hot springs or something like that.

15. 5 pairs of Socks

While you use one or two, you can have the other pairs washed.

16. Underwear

4 pieces will do for your trip.

17. Camera with 1 spare battery

If you use camera with battery please bring a spare battery, as some batteries are hard to find.

18. Mobile with power bank.

If you use your mobile for photos during your trips, make sure you bring a portable charger or power bank.

19. Toiletries kit.

Make sure you bring your especial toiletries. Toiletries in South America can be totally different.

20. Wet tissues.

Access to running water can be difficult, wet tissues are very useful for when you are in a car or away from the hotel.

21. Small mirror.

Some toilets just do not have mirrors.

22. Small towels.

Have a small towel in hand as toilets may not have hand dryers.

23. Note book.

If you like to take notes, bring it from home.

24. Water bottle.

You will need to drink at least 2 lt per day.

25. Alarm clock.

If you use your mobile for alarm, please adjust it to the local time.

26. Money belt.

Very important to have your money and documents safe while on the streets or travelling.

27. Writing stuff.

You will always need a pen at some point.

28. Passport Colour photocopies.

Leave your passport at the hotel unless your guide asks you to bring it.

29. Mosquito repellent for Machu Picchu.

If your trip includes Machu Picchu or the Amazon please bring mosquito repellent, At least DEET 35%.

30. Toilet paper.

During car trips or in the countryside have always one roll with you.

31. Virucidal alcohol hand gel.

For hygienic disinfection of hands

What’s included?

• Accommodation: 13 nights
• Food: 12 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 7 dinners.
• All buses & boats.
• Internal flights
• Oxygen & 1^st aid kit.
• Bus Terminal Taxes.
• All Transfers.
• All entrance fees.
• Tour Leader.
• Local Guides when needed.

What’s excluded?

• International flights.
• Travel Insurance.
• Medical attention and medical treatments during the expedition.
• Optional activities on: free time and free days during the expedition.
• Border taxes.
• Visas and vaccinations.
• Contingency expenses.
• Souvenirs.
• Tips to tour leaders.
• 6 dinners.
• Water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks.