10Day-Bolivia Adventure Sun Island Uyuni Salt Flat & Huaynapotosi

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1La Paz – The Heart of Bolivia⌄

   Arrive at one of the highest airports in the world, El Alto, at an altitude of 4,000 m! A 45-minute transfer brings us to our hotel in La Paz. After a long journey and high altitude, we’ll keep it light. We’ll stroll through the city and have dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at a hotel in La Paz.

   Overnight: Hotel in la Paz.

2. 2Explore La Paz - City tours, Visit the classics: Witches' Market, cable car to El Alto, Moon Valley, church, and plazas⌄

   Today, we dive into Bolivia’s vibrant culture. La Paz is a city of contrasts, where colonial charm meets vibrant indigenous life. Walking through the Old City, we’ll see colorful markets and narrow streets with indigenous women dressed in traditional, multi-layered skirts and bowler hats. We’ll visit the Witch Market, full of curios for mystical rituals, and explore the Coca Museum to learn about this revered Andean plant. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a traditional music show at "Canto," where musicians play reed flutes, and we may even join in the lively dances. Overnight at a hotel in La Paz.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Hotel in La Paz.

3. 3From La Paz - Private transport to Isla del Sol Lake Titicaca – Birthplace of the Inca Civilization⌄

   In the morning, we’ll drive through the high plains (Altiplano) towards Lake Titicaca, enjoying views of the Andes. We’ll stop in Tikina, where we’ll take a boat across the lake before reaching Copacabana. Here, we’ll visit the 16th-century cathedral and then take a boat to Isla del Sol. We’ll visit the ruins of Pilco Kaín and the Inca Steps at Yumani. Overnight at a guesthouse on Isla del Sol.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Hotel in La Isla del Sol.

4. 4From Lago Titicaca - Isla del Sol Hike, trekking tour – Return to La Paz⌄

   At dawn, we’ll embark on a trek to the northern tip of the island (15 km, 4 hours), taking in incredible lake views at sunrise and the tranquil Andean landscape. The trek is moderately challenging and doesn’t require special physical preparation. After reaching the northern end of the island, we’ll take a boat back to Copacabana. Before returning to La Paz, we’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana, a white temple with impressive Baroque towers built on ancient Incan temple ruins. Return transfer to La Paz and overnight at a hotel.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight on Bus la Paz to Uyuni 9hours.

5. 5La Paz - By bus 9hrs to Pueblo Uyuni - Start the tours by Jeeps Expedition – Salar de Uyuni⌄

   We’ll depart early from La Paz towards Uyuni, a journey of 8-9 hours with stops along the way. On arrival, we’ll explore the vast salt flats of Uyuni, a surreal landscape during both dry and rainy seasons. We’ll visit the Cactus Island and Salt House and finish the day with a sunset on the salt flats, where the stars shine bright in the open sky. Overnight at a local guesthouse with dinner included.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Hostel in Salar de Uyuni, Colchani.

6. 6Tour Uyuni Salt Flats - by by Jeeps Expedition to Geysers, Hot Springs, and Train Cemetery - Back to La Paz⌄

   We’ll start early to watch the sunrise over the geysers, where steam and sulfur fill the air. Next, we’ll relax in natural hot springs before beginning our return journey to Uyuni. Before boarding our overnight bus back to La Paz, we’ll stop by the Train Cemetery, a hauntingly beautiful collection of old steam engines in the desert. Overnight bus to La Paz.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnigh on the bus village Colchani to la Paz.

7. 7Arrival to la Paz - Private transport to the Base Camp Nevado Huayna Potosi Basic Hut/Refugio 4700m⌄

   A morning transfer will take us to Huayna Potosí Base Camp at 4,700 m, with a stop en route for any additional gear. In the afternoon, we’ll practice ice techniques on the glacier to prepare for the climb. Overnight at the base camp hut.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Basic Refugio/Hut overnight

8. 8Base Camp Nevado Huayna Potosi - Trekking Ascent to Rock Camp (5100m)⌄

   Today, we’ll ascend to Rock Camp at 5,100 m (3-4 hours). The route is clear and well-marked, although steep in places. We’ll spend the afternoon preparing for the summit climb. Overnight at the high-altitude hut.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnigh Basic Refugio/Hut

9. 9High Camp Rock Camp - Summit day to Nevado Huayna Potosí 6,088 m – Descent private transport back to La Paz⌄

   We’ll start early, around 2 a.m., and make our way up the glacier. The route is not steep but includes crevasses and a steeper 30-meter section with a 20-30 degree incline. After reaching the summit, we’ll descend to Rock Camp and return to La Paz. Overnight at a hotel in La Paz.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight Hotel in la Paz.

10. 10From Hotel in la Paz - Private transport to el Alto to the airport - Return Home⌄

    Early morning transfer to the airport for the flight home, or for those interested, the option to climb Sajama (6542 m).