Bolivia Uncovered
La Paz, Sucre & UyuniThe perfect destination for those looking for epic scenery and a little adventure, this itinerary offers what we consider to be Bolivia's golden triangle: begin in the bustling and vibrant city of La Paz, before getting lost in Sucre's quaint colonial streets and finish up your adventure in the incredible, otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats.
At a glance
Spend a couple of days in buzzing La Paz, a city transformed over the last decade
Wander the cobble stone streets of colonial Sucre, away from La Paz's bustling metropolis, and experience a more laid-back Bolivian life
Let the otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats take your breath away and stay in an iconic salt hotel
Journey highlights
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Spend a couple of days in buzzing La Paz, a city transformed over the last decade
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Wander the cobble stone streets of colonial Sucre, away from La Paz's bustling metropolis, and experience a more laid-back Bolivian life
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Let the otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats take your breath away and stay in an iconic salt hotel
- Uncovered itinerary:Designed to immerse you in a destination, our Uncovered Journeys take you off the beaten path, with boutique hotels and cultural insight
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Although the salt flats can be visited all year, they are regularly flooded from late November until April, meaning that itineraries must be altered to accommodate the difficult travelling conditions. The surface during wet season becomes like a giant mirror and is a particularly popular time to travel for photographers! Due to the altitude/elevation, the temperature drops at night and can feel very cold. The Bolivian cities of Sucre and La Paz can be visited year round.
Itinerary
Fly to La Paz
La Paz
Arrive in La Paz, Bolivia's buzzing capital. You're likely to feel the altitude today so we recommend taking it easy on your arrival day and not doing anything too strenuous whilst you acclimatise. Make up for lost time though on your first full day, which will see you head out to explore this fascinating city with a private guide. Explore the city's modern and colonial quarter, wander through the weird and wonderful Witches' Market, head to both the otherworldly Moon Valley and the Killi Killi viewpoint and of course enjoy a ride on the city's famed cable car system which affords excellent panoramic views of this sprawling metropolis.
Accommodation: Atix Hotel ( 3 nights )
Sucre
Leave La Paz today and head on a domestic flight to Sucre, where you'll feel like you've been transported to another world. Sucre is famed for its quaint colonial streets that have been so well-preserved and whilst here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the city with a private guide, visit the Museum of Indigenous Art and the House of Liberty, where Simon Bolivar signed the country's declaration of independence. Step back even further in time and head to view a collection of dinosaur footprints, found imprinted in a cement quarry that once was a lake floor, an absolute must for those with an interest in history.
Accommodation: Hotel Parador Santa Maria La Real ( 3 nights )
La Paz
Bid farewell to Sucre and fly back to La Paz for a night before your adventure continues.
Accommodation: Atix Hotel ( 1 night )
Salar de Uyuni & the Altiplano
Your next destination is the breathtakingly beautiful Salar de Uyuni, where even the most novice of photographers can't fail to capture incredible shots. Arrive to this humbling place of endless horizons and stay for three nights in an iconic salt hotel. Staying three nights means you can really explore the area while maintaining the right balance of downtime while at altitude – head to remote parts of the salt flats, visit local communities or climb the volcanoes at its edges. Trek to 800-year-old Aymara fortresses, visit pre-Inca tombs that hold intact mummies inside, and visit the famous train cemetery near Uyuni. You have the opportunity to split your time between between two salt hotels, meaning you could visit sites further afield towards the Chilean border such as the beautiful Laguna Colorada.
Accommodation: Hotel de Sal Luna Salada ( 3 nights )
Fly home from Uyuni via La Paz
Call us on 020 3993 9308 to start planning your holiday.
Price Guide: (per person based on double occupancy and excludes international flights)
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Price from*
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Deposit from * | Enquire |
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| September 2023 | GBP £5,000 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| October 2023 | GBP £5,000 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| November 2023 | GBP £5,000 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| December 2023 | GBP £5,400 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| January 2024 | GBP £5,400 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| February 2024 | GBP £5,400 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| March 2024 | GBP £5,000 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| April 2024 | GBP £5,400 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| May 2024 | GBP £5,000 | GBP £800 | plan your trip |
| June 2024 | GBP £4,700 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| July 2024 | GBP £4,700 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
| August 2024 | GBP £4,700 | GBP £700 | plan your trip |
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September 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,000
Deposit from*GBP £800
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October 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,000
Deposit from*GBP £800
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November 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,000
Deposit from*GBP £800
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December 2023
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,400
Deposit from*GBP £800
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January 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,400
Deposit from*GBP £800
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February 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,400
Deposit from*GBP £800
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March 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,000
Deposit from*GBP £800
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April 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,400
Deposit from*GBP £800
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May 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £5,000
Deposit from*GBP £800
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June 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,700
Deposit from*GBP £700
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July 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,700
Deposit from*GBP £700
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August 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £4,700
Deposit from*GBP £700
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When to visit
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- F
- M
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- M
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- J
- A
- S
- O
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Although the salt flats can be visited all year, they are regularly flooded from late November until April, meaning that itineraries must be altered to accommodate the difficult travelling conditions. The surface during wet season becomes like a giant mirror and is a particularly popular time to travel for photographers! Due to the altitude/elevation, the temperature drops at night and can feel very cold. The Bolivian cities of Sucre and La Paz can be visited year round.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 020 3993 9308 to start planning your holiday.
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