Magical Bolivia

Day 2:

La Paz

We begin your majestic adventure with a one-and-a-half-hour trip along a fully paved road to visit Tiwanaku, “Cradle of American civilization.” This archaeological site is among the oldest of the Andean cultures, and its remains are impressive due to their monumentality and the perfection of their constructive and decorative techniques. You will visit the following attractions: Tiwanaku Museums and various ruins such as the Akapana Pyramid, Kalasasaya Temple, Sun Gate, Fraile and Ponce monoliths, and the semi-subterranean temple. You will also have the opportunity to observe local handicrafts: small carefully carved stones modeled after monoliths, Tiwanaku and Aymara amulets, and pottery crafted with great mastery, such as ceremonial vessels, incense burners, the Sun Gate and more. Additionally, we will visit the Puma Punku Temple, also known as a pre-Inca workshop. Return to the hotel. In the afternoon, we continue exploring this wonderful city, appreciating its cultural, historical, architectural, and natural richness. We visit the main square “Pedro Domingo Murillo,” the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Congress, and the Government Palace (exterior view), the Precious Metals Museum (closed Mondays), the Killi Killi viewpoint with a panoramic view of the city and the snow-capped Illimani mountain, and a replica of the Tiwanaku semi-subterranean temple. Then we head to the South Zone to observe the climate change and architectural style of the houses, followed by a visit to the Valley of the Moon, a place that will challenge your imagination, giving you the sensation of being in a small lunar wasteland, where its formations—products of erosion—resemble volcanic craters. You will also have the opportunity to ride one of the city’s cable cars and finish by visiting the Witches’ Market, where locals buy items used for ceremonies or rituals such as the Challa and offerings to Pachamama (Mother Earth). Return to the hotel to rest. Accommodation in La Paz. Meals: Breakfast.

Day 4:

Uyuni – Desert

The tour begins at 08:00 a.m. after breakfast. We head to the city of Uyuni to visit the Train Cemetery, and pass through the community of San Cristóbal and Alota, arriving at the viewpoint of the Ollagüe Volcano (5,865 masl), where you can observe the fumarolic activity emitted by the active volcano. Then, you will see the highland lagoons such as Cañapa, Hedionda, Honda, Charcota, and Ramaditas, which are used by flamingos as feeding and resting points during migration. We continue through the Siloli Desert and head to the hotel. Lunch en route. Dinner included. Accommodation in Uyuni. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Day 6:

Uyuni – La Paz

Transfer to the airport to board the flight to the city of La Paz. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon for personal activities. Overnight at the selected hotel. Accommodation in La Paz. Meals: Breakfast.