La Paz changes quickly when you ride uphill. This six-hour tour links the city center, Moon Valley, El Alto, and several cable-car lines in one energetic outing. I like the bird’s-eye views from the teleféricos and the chance to use ordinary local transport instead of staying inside a sightseeing vehicle. I also like the stop … Read more
Salt turns the horizon white. This eight-hour Uyuni day trip packs the Train Cemetery, Colchani, Incahuasi Island, and the salt flats into one $100 outing. I like the mix of railway history, local crafts, and huge open views, and I especially like that 4×4 transport and lunch are included. The main drawback is that English … Read more
Before sunrise, the salt flat becomes a sky mirror. I like the private 3 a.m. departure, which gives you quiet time beneath the Milky Way, and I also like the chance to see the flats flooded with water just as sunrise creates its strongest reflections. The included breakfast, warm boots, hotel transfers, and English- or … Read more
Bolivia pours a surprising story. This two-hour tasting in Santa Cruz pairs four Bolivian wines with a chef-prepared board of local cheeses and cold cuts. I like the focus on rare heritage grapes and the warm, personal setting with host Guillermo, whose clear passion for Bolivian wine comes through. I also like that the bottles … Read more
Salt, desert, flamingos, and stars make this trip unforgettable. I like the private rooms after long days in the high desert, and I like that the price includes buses, meals, a guide, and hotel transfers from La Paz. The salt-flat lunch, sunset toast, and visits to three colorful lagoons add more than a quick photo … Read more
La Paz looks best from above. This four-hour private outing links five cable-car lines with Moon Valley and a walk along Jaen Street, giving you city views, volcanic formations, and a taste of daily life in one compact trip. I like the guide-led route because La Paz can be hard to read from street level, … Read more
Sand dunes meet Santa Cruz greenery. The Lomas de Arena makes a surprisingly wild half-day escape from the city, with more than 6,000 hectares of sand dunes surrounded by plants and wildlife. I like the sharp contrast between the pale sand and thick vegetation, and I like that transportation, admission, guidance, drinks, and sandboarding are … Read more
Start high, walk slowly, look closely. This three-hour walk introduces you to Murillo Square, La Paz’s political center, and the city’s unusual cultural character. I like the focus on local life and Paceña culture, and I also like that the route includes Jaén Street, one of the city’s named historical areas rather than only broad … Read more
La Paz’s wild side starts beyond the city. This private ATV outing lets you choose between three striking routes, with daily departures at a time that suits you. I like the freedom to choose your route when the tour begins, and I like the private hotel pickup, which saves you from arranging transport across La … Read more
The horizon disappears, and the salt takes over. This trip packs Bolivia’s star attraction into a tight three-day outing, with an overnight bus from La Paz, a 4×4 ride across the flats, and the famous train cemetery and Incahuasi Island along the way. I like the spectacular salt-flat views and the chance to make creative … Read more