The real Santa Cruz begins at the stalls. This $11 walking tour takes you through Los Pozos Street Market, where at least 3,000 informal traders sell everything from fresh produce and beadwork to clothing, music, and traditional medicine. I like the close look at everyday Bolivian shopping, and I like that the walk finishes with … Read more
See La Paz from above first. This six-hour private tour combines a cable-car ride and the Killi Killi viewpoint, where you get 360-degree views from about 3,700 meters above sea level. I also like the private vehicle and bilingual guide, which make it easier to cover scattered sights without wrestling with La Paz traffic or … Read more
Salt turns the horizon into a giant white stage. This two-day trip combines an overnight bus with reclining seats and a daytime 4-wheel-drive tour across the Uyuni Salt Flats. I like that the bus includes a bathroom, English assistance, and a small dinner. I also like the small-group format, with up to 10 people and … Read more
Sand turns a half-day trip into a playground. Just an hour from Santa Cruz, the Lomas de Arena offer an easy escape to tall dunes, open sand, and a chance to try sandboarding without giving up an entire day. I like the hotel-to-dunes 4×4 transport and the fact that park tickets, water, and snacks are … Read more
White salt, giant cacti, and a long road. This $499 tour combines a comfortable Todo Turismo overnight bus with a three-day 4WD circuit through the Uyuni Salt Flats, flamingo-filled lagoons, geysers, and the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve. I like the adjustable bus seats and onboard meals, and I like that the route goes far beyond … Read more
Green water, black rock, white peaks. This day trip pairs the stark beauty of the Andes with a visit to the eerie Milluni cemetery, then sends you uphill toward Charquini’s striking lagoon. I like the unusual mix of places, and I like the small-group limit of 14 people, which makes a long mountain day easier … Read more
Ancient stone makes a fine escape from La Paz. Tiwanaku, Bolivia’s most important archaeological site, gives you temples, carved gates, symbolic stonework, and a clear look at the pre-Incan culture that shaped the Andes. I love having an English- or Spanish-speaking guide explain what you are seeing instead of wandering among the ruins without context. … Read more
Ancient stone makes the long ride worthwhile. This La Paz day trip gives you two things I especially like: a ceramic and lithic museum visit before the ruins, plus guided time at both Tiahuanaco and Puma Punku. I also like that the $45 price includes transport, a Spanish-English guide, and hotel pickup, which keeps a … Read more
Stonework makes this day trip worthwhile. I like that the $94 price includes transport, entry fees, lunch, and a bilingual guide. I also like the order of the visit: you see the museum objects before walking among Puerta del Sol, Kalasasaya, Akapana, and Pumapunku. My main caution is reliability, since the current score is 3.9 … Read more
Come hungry, walk ready, and watch the clock. This four-hour La Paz outing links local markets with major historic sights, giving you a useful first look at the city while serving several Bolivian tastings. I like the route because it moves through real everyday places instead of keeping you on a sightseeing bus, and I … Read more