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As you float above El Alto in cable car, you’ll easily spot the bold creations of visionary architect Freddy Mamani. These fantastical Andean mansions, known as cholets, draw from tradition in a strikingly modern way, turning up the volume on traditional palettes and motifs. You’ll see the dramatic murals of the WHIPALA complex by painter Mamani Mamani and learn the fascinating history of design in El Alto.

This full-day private tour of La Paz offers an essential introduction to the Bolivian capital and its outskirts. From otherworldly natural landscapes like the Valle de las Animas and Valle de la Luna to unique cultural attractions like the city’s famous Witches’ Market, you’ll cover plenty of ground as your bilingual guide shares insights about the history and traditions of the city.

The Andean town of Uyuni is famous for its natural salt flats, the largest of its kind in the world, but it’s a full-day drive from La Paz. With this pre-booked bus transfer, enjoy hotel pickup and travel by luxury bus with everything you need to make your journey as comfortable as possible, including breakfast and dinner included. Choose a one-way or round-trip transfer to fit your travel plans.

Get your bearings in Bolivia’s capital city on a private walking tour that reveals a local side of La Paz. Exploring on foot offers a more intimate glimpse into the city and lets you avoid La Paz's notorious traffic, while a private guide promises undivided attention.

It is a 1 day tour in which you will feel the adrenaline to the fullest, you can also observe beautiful landscapes and abundant flora.

This excursion to Uyuni from La Paz maximizes your sightseeing time with overnight transfers, so you can sleep aboard a comfortable bus during the long journey there and back. Arriving in Uyuni early in the morning leaves plenty of time to enjoy the full-day tour, which includes lunch and visits to the famous Salt Flats, the Train Graveyard, and the Museum of Salt (entrance fees not included), among other attractions.

Providing the ultimate biking experience with best prices in market! We have necessary facilities and services to ensure a good performance of our bikes. We check permanently the status of all equipment used by our riders. Feel the adrenaline!

Tackle Bolivia’s infamous Death Road on two wheels on this adrenaline-pumping bike tour from La Paz. Following pickup at your downtown La Paz accommodation, head into the Bolivian countryside by air-conditioned minivan. With your guide to lead the way and all safety kit included, spin along rugged dirt roads by powerful mountain bike, and enjoy spectacular views over the Cordillera Real de los Andes scenery.

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.

Visit Copacabana and Isla del Sol on a full-day, private tour from La Paz to Lake Titicaca that’s a personalized alternative to crowded group tours. Traveling by private car and boat means you’re not limited to shared transport schedules, so you’ll have time to browse local markets, hike to an ancient Inca site, taste local cuisine, and catch a spectacular sunset as you travel through the Bolivian altiplano.

Lake Titicaca is the world’s highest navigable lake on the Bolivia-Peru border. This overnight tour includes comfortable bus transport with onboard Wi-Fi and a bilingual guide as you cruise to Isla del Sol, known for ancient Inca ruins and traditional villages. Spend the night on the island, then visit the lakeside town of Copacabana before returning to La Paz with hotel pickups included.

Make trip planning easy while visiting the Uyuni Salt Flats (Salar de Uyuni). With three full days of touring the natural wonders plus three nights’ hostel accommodation and all meals provided, this 3-day tour is a great option for budget-minded travelers. Bonus: round-trip transport is included on a comfortable night bus from La Paz.

Explore the heart of La Paz on a culturally rich walking tour that reveals the city’s history, traditions, and daily life. From colonial streets and political landmarks to vibrant local markets and ancestral rituals, this experience offers deep insight into Andean culture guided by local expertise. Perfect for curious travelers seeking authenticity beyond the usual sights. Book now and discover La Paz through stories, flavors, and living traditions you won’t find on your own.

Orient yourself in Bolivia’ sprawling capital city with ease during a sightseeing tour that’s designed with first-time visitors in mind. You’ll see both major sights and hidden gems as you visit a cemetery, meet a shaman, and explore the vertiginous neighborhood of El Alto by cable car.

Our adventure begins at the Valley of the Souls (Valle de las Ánimas), where local, indigenous guides will share the stories and secrets of this sacred landscape. We’ll explore towering rock formations and stunning natural scenery, continuing to the Alaxpacha viewpoint for breathtaking panoramas—and, if you wish, we can perform a traditional ritual to connect with nature. Next, we’ll visit Mirador Uni, overlooking the serene Laguna Uni, with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the majestic Illimani in the distance—a perfect spot to pause and take photos. Finally, we’ll arrive at Moon Valley, a short drive from the city, where otherworldly rock formations, deep canyons, and towering clay spires create a surreal landscape that truly feels like stepping onto the surface of the moon. ✨ Includes: Pickup from hotel, Airbnb, or place of stay, transportation, tickets, water, and more. ⏰ Flexible schedule. We adapt to your preferred time. ℹ️It is possible to change the itinerary of this tour or combine it with one of our other tours. Feel free to contact us and ask.

Tour to the Bolivian altiplano where the Charquini mountain is, which is 1 hour and a half from the city of La Paz. On the way you visit the Milluni Lagoon (a lagoon full of different colors due to the presence of minerals inside), a mining cemetery (on the shores of the route), sacred apachetas and within the walk there is another lagoon of heavenly color. We will arrive at the foot of the snowy peak.

If you don’t want to fall into the typical tourist traps in La Paz, join me! We'll start with a three-course menu in the best restaurant in town to meet each other. From there, we'll head up to El Alto to experience the cable car system and take in panoramic views of the city, followed by exploring the historic downtown area, visiting landmarks such as the witches market, Jaén street and main square.. We'll also explore, and stroll through the picturesque colonial and republican architecture. Throughout the tour, I'll share stories and insights into La Paz's rich history and culture, and you'll have the opportunity to sample some of the city's high altitude coffee in my favorite coffee shop. By the end of the tour, you'll have gained a deeper understanding of La Paz and its people, and have experienced some of the city's most iconic sights and sounds with a breathtaking view of Illimani, our mountain protector. Join me for an unforgettable journey in my city.

Discover the world’s highest lake, plus the ancient ruins of an Incan city, in just one day on a tour of Lake Titicaca and Tiwanacu from La Paz. Exploring the archeological site of Tiwanacu with a guide helps put the mysterious buildings into context while letting someone else drive lets you sit back and soak up the stunning scenery during the drive from La Paz.

Ride the Death Road from La Cubre to Yolosa on a full-day bike descent of one of Bolivia’s most dramatic byways. Full-suspension bikes equipped with powerful hydraulic disk brakes mean a safer downhill ride that’s easier on your body, and you’ll arrive in Yolosa for showers, snacks, and some time to swim before returning to La Paz.

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.

Escape the city and see a different side of Bolivia on a day trip to Lake Titicaca and Sun Island (Isla del Sol). Letting someone else drive allows you to focus your attention on mountains rather than maps, while a small-group limited to 12 ensures that you receive personalized attention from your guide.

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.

A different and specialized tour for travelers who love history, politics, culture and who want to learn more about one of the most diverse cities and countries in Latin America. During the tour, teaching materials are used and the guide recounts his own experience, as he is the nephew of a former president of Bolivia and descendant of political persecution during military dictatorships. During this tour, we will learn about the struggle of the Bolivian people, its tragedies, wars, revolutions, love, courage and many other aspects that marked the character of Bolivian society. Did you know that Bolivia is the country in the world with the most coups d'état worldwide, the country with the most presidents in just one day worldwide and the country with the most international wars in Latin America? If you want to learn firsthand more about everything historically happening in Bolivia and Latin America, this short, entertaining, interesting, different and informative tour is for you.

Experience adventure with this full-day mountain bike tour of Death Road, favored by thrill-seekers for its steep drops and challenging terrain. You’ll travel to the starting point in La Cumbre, then make your way along the twisting alpine paths to Yolosita. After the ride you’ll enjoy a hotel buffet lunch, shower, and swim. This tour includes safety equipment, trained guides, food and water, a t-shirt, photos, and videos.