El Alto airport is currently the highest International airport in the world at 4,080m/13.115 ft above sea level. Transfer from airport to hotel, via a short highway, from which there is a nice evening view of the city lights.
Night: Europa Hotel
Tiwanaku is a 1½ hours drive from La Paz (72 km/45 miles), throughout which the highlands are passed and the Aymaran way of life can be seen. Tiwanaku dating back to 1580BC - 1200AC, was one of the most important pre-Inca civilizations and considered to be among the most developed at the time. The main constructions visited during this tour are: Kalasasaya temple and the Gate of the Sun constructed out of stone, Ponce and Fraile monoliths; the Akapana pyramid and the semi-underground temple. Two local museums to view pottery, stonework and learn about the culture are also included on this trip. Return to La Paz.
In the afternoon, take a four hours city tour through La Paz, elected as one of the 7 wonder cities in the world. It is located in a valley at the foothills of the Andes Range, situated at 3,632m / 11942 ft. above sea level. The tour goes through the street markets rich in handicrafts, weavings and witchcraft items, followed by a visit to the colonial section of the city, San Francisco Church, Gold Museum, Murillo Square also visit to the viewpoint "Mirador de Killi Killi"; and the outdoor replica of Tiwanaku temple. Then descending to the more modern, southern part of La Paz to reach and visit the Valley of the Moon, where a clay mountain has been impressively shaped by erosion.
Included: Breakfast and lunch
Night: Europa Hotel
Transfer to the airport to take flight to Uyuni. Meeting at Uyuni’s airport on arrival
At 10:00 a.m. departure from Uyuni to the great salt flats; visit on the way, the train cemetery where the remains of 19th and 20th century steam locomotives are. stop in Colchani as this is the best place to observe the methods of salt extraction; next to Incahuasi Island (known as Fish Island), this is an oasis with a unique and isolated ecosystem that is populated by giant cactus up to 10 meters high. Then, continue north to the mummies of Pukara de Ayque fort. Finally, at appropriate time go back to Uyuni village.
Included: Breakfast, picnic lunch in the middle of the salt flats and dinner
Night: Palacio de Sal Hotel - made with salt
Transfer from Colchani to Uyuni’s airport to take a flight back. On arrival to La Paz meeting at the airport to starts an enjoyable nice trip by private transportation going north through the highlands, then along Titicaca Lake and parallel to the Andes Royal Range until Copacabana (3 ½ hours), a pleasant town in the shores of Lake. Visit to its church and the famous "Virgen Morena". Trip by boat crossing the Lake to the Island of the Sun (1 hour) until Huacani to have an Aptapi (typical lunch in the highlands), this trip continues by boat up till to the ruins of Pilkokaina Inca temple. Finally hike to La Estancia with a wonderful view of Lake Titicaca (1 hour approximately).
Included: Breakfast, lunch (typical aptapi) and Dinner
Night: Ecolodge La Estancia
DON’T MISS A GREAT SUNRISE! Boat to La Chincana (1 hour), to see this great Inca ruins, continue by boat (1 hour) to the Moon Island, visit the Iñak Uyu ruins, boat to Copacabana (1 ½ hour). Transportation to La Paz (3 ½ hours). Cable car ride (Teleférico) from El Alto city to La Paz one, the ride is a good choice to discover an excellent and beautiful view of La Paz. This trip is a must for everyone!
Included: Breakfast and lunch
Night: Europa Hotel
Pick-up from hotel and transfer to the airport. Ascending to El Alto, there will be a nice view of La Paz
Included: Breakfast
Net rates per person in USD 2017
| Program / No Pax | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5-9 | 10-15 | 16-20 | S.S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS-1 Best Sellers 6D / 5N | At request | 1189 | 1016 | 900 | 851 | 751 | 717 | 231 |