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Widely considered among Bolivia’s most impressive natural features, the Uyuni salt flats attract travelers from across the world—but reaching the remote flats by public transport is difficult. On this tour, explore the Uyuni salt flats easily with round-trip travel from your La Paz hotel, and take in nearby sites including Incahuasi Island and the Tunupa volcano. Your visit is timed to catch the sunset reflecting in the shimmering waters.

Flying from La Paz to the great Salt Flats of Uyuni means you can experience one of Bolivia’s most spectacular places with limited time. You’ll have gorgeous views across the landscape as you touch town at Uyuni’s Joya Andina Airport, where a driver will meet you for a private, full-day tour in a climate-controlled Land Cruiser. Visit the train cemetery, the otherworldly Incahuasi Island, and Tunupa Volcano, then pause for a Champagne toast and sunset over the salt flats before flying back to La Paz.

PERU4FUN & PERGUIDEDTRIP, a very trusted company, leads you to explore a place from another planet, the salt flat of Uyuni, in Bolivia. Bolivia is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular places in the world, from its privileged geography to its vast cultural wealth. Its extension allows it to have all kinds of climates and ecosystems, which in some cases are unique, such as the Salar de Uyuni, the largest and highest salt desert in the world. Despite being located more than 3,500 meters above sea level, it is a place accessible to tourism, being one of the biggest attractions of the South American country.

Delve deeper into the legend of the White God on a tour of Lake Titicaca that gives you the inside scoop on local culture and history. Not only will you cruise on the world’s highest lake, but you’ll also sample local Bolivian specialties at a restaurant and meet a family that lives on its shores.

Visit Lake Titicaca and Sun Island on a private trip from La Paz that ensures you can get to Lake Titicaca and back in a single day. Since experiencing Titicaca is all about getting out on the water, a private boat driver will meet you in Copacabana for the cruise to Sun Island, where you’ll have time to browse a local market, see Inca sites, and learn about local history.

The city of La Paz is the administrative capital of Bolivia, located at 3600 meters above sea level, its topography, its historic center, its modern districts, its new neighborhoods make it unique.

Discover Bolivia in just six days with this comprehensive private tour. Visit La Paz, the world’s highest altitude capital, then fly to Sucre to explore the Potosi mines and admire the Uyuni salt flats. Finally, cruise out from Copacabana to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca. Accommodation, airport pickup, and transport are all included.

Tour to get to know the City of La Paz, visit places of great interest, traditional markets, public transport, basically the Bolivian people resort to these places as well as a visit to the natural attraction where you will take a walk. Our guide and transportation will be accompanying all these places. Travel in exclusive private transport service with bilingual local guide, pick up at the airport, bus terminal, hotel or agency.

The highland town of EL Alto is renowned for its unique Andean architecture and traditional “Cholet” buildings. With this tour, ride the cable car from La Paz to El Alto, enjoy magnificent views over the town, then follow your guide on a walking tour around the city. Peek inside a typical Cholet, learn more about Andean culture and heritage, then head back to La Paz in time for lunch.

Join us on this unique journey through the heart of La Paz. After picking you up, we’ll head to the vibrant Rodríguez Market, where you’ll experience life like a true local, surrounded by the aromas and colors that reflect the essence of our land. Our next stop will be Sucre Square, right beside the historic San Pedro prison, where we’ll uncover the mysteries hidden within its walls and its fascinating past. Then, we’ll take the Celeste and White cable cars, gliding above the city and admiring La Paz from the sky. We’ll continue to the Killi Killi viewpoint to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view—an ideal place to capture unforgettable moments. Finally, we’ll make our way to the historic Jaén Street, one of the oldest and most charming streets in La Paz. Come and feel the magic of La Paz with us on a tour full of history, culture, and incredible views, guided by local Indigenous people!

See the highlights of Copacabana and Sun Island (Isla del Sol) on a 3-day tour from La Paz that takes care of transport, accommodations, and meals for a hassle-free experience in Lake Titicaca. With one night on Sun Island and another in Copacabana, you’ll explore Lake Titicaca’s untouched side, then check out Copacabana's lakeside nightlife before returning to La Paz.

The vastness of Eduardo Avaroa Reserve makes it difficult to explore alone. Travel between spectacular natural attractions, including Laguna Colorada and Salar de Uyuni, on a 3-day tour that allows you to stray from the tourist trail and visit more of the area at a relaxed pace. All accommodation, transfers, and meals are included, so you won’t have to spend time organizing your itinerary remotely.

- We will visit 7 lines of the cable car. - We will visit the 2 cities that connect the cable car The La Paz City and the El Alto City. - Enjoy the tipic Bolivian Gastronomy - We will visit the Street of the Museums, and we will enter one of them (Optional) - 04 Spectacular hours touring through the air the La Paz city and the El Alto City. - Our tour offers you a personal service, almost familiar since our groups are small, so you can better enjoy the explanations of our guides. We say goodbye at a point in the central area of the city for those who want to make purchases or some other activity. Write us to register and reserve a place If you want more information please contact us

Embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth. Your 3-day tour from Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama is more than just a transfer — it's a carefully crafted experience designed to immerse you in the magic of the Bolivian Altiplano with comfort, safety, and authentic local insight.

Explore an eerie abandoned resort then hike into a maze of eroded spires on a full-day tour of Chacaltaya and Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon). Since the two dramatic destinations are on opposite sides of La Paz, reaching both in a single day is a challenge without pricey private transport; this shared tour is a convenient, cost-effective alternative that makes the most of your limited travel time.

Visit the Salar de Uyuni on a 3-day tour from La Paz that goes beyond Uyuni’s main sites to discover geysers, hot springs, and a brilliant red lagoon flanked by high volcanos. Round-trip flights from La Paz ensure you’ll get three full days to explore the Salar, and the all-inclusive format takes care of logistics so you can focus on the experience.

If you’ve got limited time in Bolivia, take advantage of the country’s relatively small size and tick off multiple highlights with ease on a private tour from La Paz. As well as receiving undivided attention throughout the tour, you’ll benefit from the insider knowledge of a guide as you explore Uyuni, Copacabana, and Salar de Uyuni. Plus, all meals, accommodation, transfers, and activities are arranged in advance for a seamless and stress-free experience.

This tour helps to know more about el Alto City , considered the young city in Bolivia, and one of the highest cities in the world, at 4,095 meters above sea level, here you can see many interesting places, like witches market where you can find traditions, gifts for the Mother Hearth, and more, cholets (neo-Andean architecture) their construction demonstrates a high social and economic status. These houses are often huge, with multiple stories, metal, and brightly colored trim, Mamani Mamani's paintings and a huge market, 16 de Julio, this market is considered the biggest market in South America and you can enjoy it!

* This tour runs with English-speaking guides * 1 Lunch included * Visit Copacabana + Sun Island * Drop off in your hotel in La Paz city

Travelers in Bolivia won’t want to miss the chance to visit Lake Titicaca, known for its blue waters and sacred Inca sites. This full-day tour will take you by shared vehicle from La Paz to the lakeside city of Copacabana, where your private guide will show you the region’s many treasures. You’ll also take a ferry to explore the ruins and villages of Isla del Sol, Lake Titicaca’s largest island.

Enhance your sightseeing experience of La Paz on a 3-hour private tour of the beguiling Bolivian capital and the nearby Moon Valley. With a knowledgeable guide, witness the enchanting atmosphere of the Witches Market; admire significant landmarks like San Francisco Church and Plaza Murillo; and marvel at the natural wonder of Moon Valley. Gain fascinating insight into the city’s colonial history and peruse intriguing exhibitions in some of the capital’s museums. Relish the flexibility of this private tour and customize your itinerary according to your interests.

The beautiful Uyuni salt flats are the world’s largest salt flat. It is located in the Department of Potosi in Southwest Bolivia at 3.650 meters above sea level. Some 40.000 years ago, the area was part of Lake Minchin, a giant prehistoric lake. When the lake dried up, it left behind two modern lakes, Poopó and Uru Uru, and two major salt deserts: Salar de Coipasa and the larger Salar de Uyuni. The Uyuni Salt Flats are roughly 25 times the size of Bonneville Salt Flats in the United States! La Isla del Pescado (Fish Island), which is located on the salt flat, is full of giant cactuses and named this way as the ´island´ has the shape of a fish. It is the only sign of life for miles. Discover the Uyuni Salt Flats and the Train Cemetery on this full-day tour from La Paz. Visit the salt flats, see the train cemetery, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

The landscapes of Lake Titicaca and Sun Island (Isla del Sol) are some of the most spectacular in South America. Experience the world’s highest lake and the beautiful Sun Island on a 2-day tour from La Paz, which includes one night accommodation, select meals, and all transport. Explore the artisan town of Copacabana, take a ferry ride on Lake Titicaca, and visit the ornate Temple of Pilcocaina after hiking on Sun Island (Isla del Sol).

2 EXTREME TOURS ON OFFER. START IN THE CLOUDS & END ON THE MOON. CHACALTAYA - It was a ski area, with only one mechanical lift, placed over a glaciar, also called Chacaltaya. Furthermore, there was a restaurant and a chalet for tourists. Lots of visitors went to the mountain all-year-round. It was a common entertainment for mid and upper-classes, which spent their days there. VALLE DE LA LUNA - a maze of canyons and giant spires. The formations, composed mainly of clay and sandstone, were created by the persistent erosion of mountains by the area’s strong winds and rains. One of Valley de la Luna’s most breathtaking features is its varied pallet, ranging from clear beige tones to sections of red and dark purple. This natural phenomena is due to the great variance in mineral content between each individual mountain, creating colorful compositions and impressive optical illusions on the eroded hillsides.