Bolivia · 6 days
From Hito Cajón to Puno
Day 1: Hito Cajón (border with Chile) - Eduardo Abaroa Reserve (REA) - Villamar
From Hito Cajón at the Bolivian border, enter Eduardo Abaroa Reserve to visit: Laguna Verde at the foot of Licancabur mountain, high deserts in the Pampas de Dalí, Laguna Chalviri and its thermal waters at Polques, Sol de Mañana geysers. Laguna Colorada (4,278m – 3 hours) a RAMSAR-designated site for the nesting of over 30,000 flamingos, continuing to Villamar (2 hours) via Polkes.
Includes: Picnic lunch and dinner.
Night: Hotel Mallku Cueva.
Includes: Picnic lunch and dinner.
Night: Hotel Mallku Cueva.
Day 2: Villamar - Salar de Uyuni - Colchani
Travel through highly eroded mountain ranges, passing near Alota (1 hour), then north through San Agustín and San Juan, until entering the great Salar de Uyuni, a natural wonder spanning over 10,582 km² at 3,692 m of salt in Chuvica (3 hours). Cross northward to visit Isla Incahuasi with its unique habitat of volcanic rocks and giant cacti. Continue to Colchani, a town on the shores of Salar de Uyuni, where local people produce salt using traditional methods.
Includes: Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner.
Night: Hotel Luna Salada.
Includes: Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner.
Night: Hotel Luna Salada.
Day 3: Flight Uyuni - La Paz - Tiwanaku Ruins
Morning flight from Uyuni to La Paz with both transfers included. Tiwanaku is 72 km from La Paz; the journey crosses the Bolivian altiplano, where you can observe the lifestyle of the Aymara people. Tiwanaku was one of the oldest centers of American culture, with radiocarbon dating placing it between approximately 400 AD and 1,100 AD. It is considered the cradle of American civilization and one of the most developed cultures of its time. Its main structures include: the Kalasasaya temple with its most notable work in the Gateway of the Sun, the Ponce and Fraile monoliths, the Akapana pyramid and the Semi-subterranean temple. Visit both site museums to see their ceramic and stone work. Return to La Paz.
Note: Optional tours available.
Includes: Breakfast.
Night: Hostal Naira.
Note: Optional tours available.
Includes: Breakfast.
Night: Hostal Naira.
Day 4: La Paz City Tour (half day)
A 4-hour tour of La Paz, including market areas in the streets, rich in crafts, textiles and mystical items. The tour passes through the colonial part of the city, the San Francisco church, Gold Museum, Murillo Plaza and a replica of the Semi-subterranean temple of Tiwanaku. Then the modern part of the city, descending to 3,200 m, and finally visiting Valle de la Luna, striking for its whimsical formations created by erosion. Cable car ride to discover an excellent and beautiful view of La Paz—it is almost a must for all tourists!
Note: Optional tours available.
Includes: Breakfast.
Night: Hostal Naira.
Note: Optional tours available.
Includes: Breakfast.
Night: Hostal Naira.
Day 5: La Paz - Copacabana - Isla del Sol
Private transportation crossing the altiplano and parallel to the Royal Cordillera of the Andes, crossing the Tiquina strait (the narrowest part of Lake Titicaca—10 minutes by outboard motor boats) then to Copacabana (3.5 hours), a beautiful town on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Visit the Dark Virgin and beautiful church, with a tour of the city. Boat to Isla del Sol (1 hour) to Huacani port, where you will have a typical meal, "Aptapi". Then hike to Ecolodge La Estancia (approximately 1.5 hours).
Includes: Breakfast, lunch (typical aptapi) and dinner.
Night: Ecolodge La Estancia.
Includes: Breakfast, lunch (typical aptapi) and dinner.
Night: Ecolodge La Estancia.
Day 6: Isla del Sol - Copacabana - Puno
DO NOT MISS A SPECTACULAR SUNRISE! Boat to La Chincana (1 hour) to see these beautiful Inca ruins. Continue by boat to Isla de la Luna, visit the ruins of Iñak Uyu (1.5 hours) and then to Copacabana (1 hour). Private transportation to Puno (3.5 hours).
Includes: Breakfast and lunch.
Note: If the visit to La Chincana is not possible due to force majeure, the itinerary will change as follows:
Day 6. Isla de la Luna - Copacabana - Puno
DO NOT MISS A BEAUTIFUL SUNRISE! Hike through the Yumani Inca staircases visiting the Fountain of Eternal Youth, then boat ride to Isla de la Luna (30 minutes), visit the ruins of the Inca temple of Iñak Uyu, finally to Copacabana (1.5 hours) and private transportation to Puno (3.5 hours).
Includes: Breakfast and lunch.
Includes: Breakfast and lunch.
Note: If the visit to La Chincana is not possible due to force majeure, the itinerary will change as follows:
Day 6. Isla de la Luna - Copacabana - Puno
DO NOT MISS A BEAUTIFUL SUNRISE! Hike through the Yumani Inca staircases visiting the Fountain of Eternal Youth, then boat ride to Isla de la Luna (30 minutes), visit the ruins of the Inca temple of Iñak Uyu, finally to Copacabana (1.5 hours) and private transportation to Puno (3.5 hours).
Includes: Breakfast and lunch.
Daily Departures
Prices per person
Package details
Included
- Services and meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- English-speaking guides
- All entrance fees and contributions included.
- Shared transportation.
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary.
- English-speaking guides
- All entrance fees and contributions included.
- Shared transportation.
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary.
Not Included
- International or domestic flights.
- Anything not listed in the itinerary.
- Tips.
- Anything not listed in the itinerary.
- Tips.
Package Conditions
- Winter season (Jun, Jul, Aug): Water may freeze in pipes and could take several minutes to thaw.
- Rainy season (Nov-Apr): Roads may be in poor condition. The Salar de Uyuni may flood. Access to Tahua or Incahuasi could be difficult or impossible. The itinerary may need to be modified for these reasons.
- Since the roads from Salar de Uyuni to Lagunas de Colores are unpaved, we use four-wheel-drive vehicles with a maximum of 4 passengers per vehicle. To help keep costs manageable, the guide and/or tour coordinator will travel in the back of one of the vehicles if necessary.
- Museums in La Paz close on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, as well as all day Monday and holidays.
- Reaching Ecolodge La Estancia requires an uphill walk of approximately 1 hour; the descent on departure will take approximately 30 minutes.
- Rainy season (Nov-Apr): Roads may be in poor condition. The Salar de Uyuni may flood. Access to Tahua or Incahuasi could be difficult or impossible. The itinerary may need to be modified for these reasons.
- Since the roads from Salar de Uyuni to Lagunas de Colores are unpaved, we use four-wheel-drive vehicles with a maximum of 4 passengers per vehicle. To help keep costs manageable, the guide and/or tour coordinator will travel in the back of one of the vehicles if necessary.
- Museums in La Paz close on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, as well as all day Monday and holidays.
- Reaching Ecolodge La Estancia requires an uphill walk of approximately 1 hour; the descent on departure will take approximately 30 minutes.
Travel requirements for Bolivia
Requirements and consular contacts
- Current ID (DNI) or identity card
Consulate:
Aspiazu 497, esq. Sanchez Lima, La Paz
P.O. Box Nº64
[email protected] - [email protected]
+591 (2) 215-3123/8 - Fax: +591 (2) 215-3130
Embassy:
Av. Corrientes 545, 2º6, CP1093, CABA
+54 (11) 4394-1463 - Fax: +54 (11) 4394-0401
[email protected]
Consulate:
Aspiazu 497, esq. Sanchez Lima, La Paz
P.O. Box Nº64
[email protected] - [email protected]
+591 (2) 215-3123/8 - Fax: +591 (2) 215-3130
Embassy:
Av. Corrientes 545, 2º6, CP1093, CABA
+54 (11) 4394-1463 - Fax: +54 (11) 4394-0401
[email protected]
Important
It is the traveler’s responsibility to reconfirm the documentation required by the destination country with the corresponding consulate and to have all required documents at the time of travel.
General conditions
Paamul Travel Service S.R.L. is not responsible for the documentation or vaccinations required for entry into different countries. Travelers must consult the consulate or embassy of each destination.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Prices do not include booking fees, VAT, banking charges, or RG 4815.
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