La Paz & Uyuni Salt Flats
Duration
5 Days
Tour Type
Extensions
Group Size
2 People
Departures
Everyday
Overview
La Paz is a city like no other, and our city tour is an absolute must, offering a perfect blend of beauty, culture, and history. Ride the cable cars for breathtaking bird’s-eye views of this unique city.
Skip the long overnight bus ride and take a quick one-hour flight from La Paz to Uyuni. Here, you’ll explore the world’s largest salt flats in southern Bolivia. The Salar de Uyuni is home to prehistoric lakes, unique plant life, flamingos, vizcachas, and more. With your own private 4×4, you’ll venture across the stunning salt flats and even stay at the incredible Hotel de Sal, a hotel entirely made of salt!
Day 1: Arrive La Paz
Day 2: La Paz City Tour
Day 3: La Paz to Uyuni (explore Uyuni Salt Flats – Tahua)
Day 4: Uyuni (explore Tahua Surroundings – Colchani)
Day 5: Uyuni – La Paz
Tour Highlights
La Paz: Explore the city of contrasts, including the Moon Valley, cable car ride for panoramic views, Sopocachi neighborhood, and the famous Witches’ Market.
Uyuni Salt Flats: Visit Colchani village, cross the salt flats to Isla Incahuasi, see the mummies of Coquesa, and experience a stunning sunset.
Tahua: Hike to Chillima viewpoint and Pucara ruins, with breathtaking views of the salt flats.
Colchani: Overnight in a salt hotel, providing a unique lodging experience in the heart of the salt flats.
Itinerary
Upon arrival to La Paz international airport you will be welcomed outside of Customs by an English-speaking assistant holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.
Balance of the day at leisure.
(Private Transfer)
Today you will be taken on a 6 hours tour of the’ city of contrasts’, which represents a unique blend of cultures and races.
After breakfast, we will head to the famous valley of the Moon where erosion has changed the badlands into fantastic shapes and deep gullies.
Follow by a Teleferico (cable car) ride on the green and yellow lines, a great opportunity to get a birds-eye view of the city.
After descending we will stroll around La Paz’ trendy bohemian neighborhood, Sopocachithe place to be for the city’s wealthy and sociable youth. Admire the striking views of the city and of iconic Illimani Mountain from the lookout at Monticulo Park.
Rest of the day at leisure.
(B.) (Private Tour)
Transfer to the airport for your direct morning flight from La Paz to Uyuni.
Upon arrival at Uyuni Airport, we’ll meet you and embark on an unforgettable journey across 12,000 km² of stunning salt landscapes. The vast, white expanse of the Salar de Uyuni resembles an immense glacier. In the dry season (May to October), the hardened surface forms mesmerizing geometric patterns, while in the rainy season (November to February), the salt flats transform into a gigantic mirror reflecting the pristine sky.
We’ll enter the flats through Colchani, home to local salt factories. Here, you’ll learn about the salt-based economy that sustains the town. Next, we’ll visit Incahuasi Island, known for its giant cacti and extraordinary 360-degree views from its peak. Enjoy lunch on the salt flats before heading to the majestic Tunupa Volcano. From the village of Coquesa, we’ll ascend in our 4×4 to a vantage point offering breathtaking views of the Monumental Salt. We’ll also take a short walk to explore the ancient rock graves, or “chullpares,” that hold the remains of ancient mummies.
End the day with a westward journey to Tahua to witness a spectacular sunset. Afterward, we’ll transfer you to your hotel, where you can relax and enjoy the rest of your evening at leisure.
(B. L. D.) (Private Tour) (Private Transfer)
Transport and a very nice hike to a natural viewpoint of Chillima and the ruins of Pucara, where you’ll have a great view of the Uyuni salt flats and its surroundings, then descend hiking to the salt flats (3 hours).
Trip southeast entering the Uyuni salt flats towards Colchani.
Overnight in a salt hotel.
(B. L. D.) (Private Tour)
This morning we will transfer you to the airport for your flight back to La Paz.
On arrival to La Paz International Airport, your tour comes to an end.
(B.) (Private Transfer)
Hotels & Lodges
- La Paz: Hotel Atix
- Uyuni: Hotel Palacio de Sal
NOTES
- Hotel accommodation quoted in lead-in hotel guest rooms unless specified otherwise
- Hotels can easily be changed at the customer request. We have a wide selection so you can be assured of a great place to stay
- Occasionally due to circumstances out of our control, hotels quoted may not be available at the time of booking. In these circumstances when hotels are unavailable, South America Tours Pty Ltd will provide the best possible alternative.
Itinerary Map
Included/Excluded
What’s included:
- Accommodation with private facilities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Return flight La Paz to Uyuni to La Paz
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary: (B.) = Breakfast (L.) = Lunch (D.) = Dinner
- All transport, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary unless specified otherwise
- (Private Transfer) = Your own exclusive driver. No queuing for taxis, no stopping en route at tour booking agencies. All private transfers / transport is operated on a private basis – i.e., you won’t be sharing with others
- (Private Tour) = Your own, personal tour guide and an exclusive vehicle
- Parks and monuments entrance fees
- Professional English speaking local guides throughout
- Service charges and taxes.
What’s not included:
- Internationalair-tickets. We have access to wholesale fares and work closely with LATAM Airlines, contact us before organizing your flights independently.
- Tourist Visas are not included.
- Travel insurance
- Any items not specifically mentioned as included, phone calls, laundry, tips, alcohol, etc.
