10 Historical & Heritage Tours in La Paz Department That You Shouldn't Miss

Begin an unforgettable trip through almost 7,500 square miles (12,000 km²) of fantastic landscapes of salt and surrealist landscapes of deserts and colored lagoons of the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve. The dazzling white mantle of the Salar de Uyuni resembles an immense glacier. In winter (dry season from May to October), when the surface hardens, geometric figures formed by the salt particles agglomerated into polygons appear. In summer (rainy season from November to March) the salt desert is transformed into a giant mirror that blends into the sky of the purest blue you've ever seen before.

Inclusions: Bilingual professional guide, 2 nights accommodation in TAYKA HOTELS., Bottled water, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Hotel pickup and drop off, Transport by private vehicle 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees (US$ 30 p.p)

Tiwanaku is a pre-Incan city in Bolivia. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has been since year 2000. Tiwanaku is viewed by most archaeologists as being one of the key sites leading up to the Incan Empire, and remains a beautiful site for modern visitors. The artistic style of Tiwanaku is also quite unique, with fascinating figurative pieces that feature exaggerated heads. At the Beginning of the tour visit the Ceramic and Lithic museums, travelers can visit the ancient and enigmatic archaeological ruins such as: Gate of the Sun, Kalasasaya Temple, The Semi-Subterranean Temple with nailed heads, Monoliths, the megalithic and mysterious ancient ruins of Puma Punku and other religious enclosures. 08:00 a.m. Hotel pick up. 09:30 a.m. Tour Start in Tiwanaku, ruins and museums. 02:00 p.m. Lunch. 03:00 p.m. Return to the city. 04:30 p.m. Drop-off at hotel.

Inclusions: Specialized Bilingual guide., Private Transport round trip., Entrance ticket., Lunch., Box lunch: water and chocolate.

Exclusions: Extra drinks.

Salar de Uyuni is widely recognised as the best place touristic destination in the world. We offer you an experience that matches the Salar de Uyuni. It's an experience not to be missed. Everything from minute one is catered for you and you will be at ease. You will only have to focus on enjoying yourself and be awestruck by what you will be witnessing during the tour. Mapamundi Go wants you to create memories, let us help you achieve this!

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fee Salar de Uyuni: $22/person. Entrance into Cacti Island (Isla Incahuasi): $5/person

You´ll be taken through the streets of La Paz through my shared google maps screen. "Walk" along the same streets and landmarks as you would on an actual walking tour and with complimentary powerpoint slides the tour will feel just as, if not, more interactive than an in-person experience. From the comfort of your home and without having to worry about altitude sickness you´ll get all the fascinating information on the culture, history and traditions while simultaneously viewing close-ups of the offerings at the witches market, photographs of the inside of San pedro Prison or seeing what our president in 1864 looked like before he went crazy. Don´t let the lockdown impede you from experiencing the city in the clouds.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

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La Paz is a city unlike any other on earth. Its’ staggering height (3,600m/11,800ft) is only surpassed by its’ incredible beauty. Sprawling over a gorgeous valley and surrounded by massive mountains, ones’ first sight of La Paz is unforgettable, but its lasting mark on those who visit, is the life it holds within the valley walls. Our city tour will bring this complex, busy, and incredibly interesting city to life! The people, history, and customs that make up La Paz are truly fascinating and give an insight into the life that makes up one of the world’s most vibrant cities. A visit to La Paz is hardly complete without walking her narrow alleys, meeting her people, and getting to know the past that makes her what she now is.

Inclusions: Fun and informative bilingual guide, Local taxes, Local guide, Free local drink at the end!

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

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.

Inclusions: GUIDE, TRANSPORT (ROUND-TRIP)

Exclusions: ENTRANCE FEE INTO CHACALTAYA = 15Bs (Just over $2), ENTRANCE FEE INTO VALLE DE LA LUNA = 15Bs (Just over $2), Lunch

Enjoy the world’s largest salt flat with the safest and best operator in Bolivia. Best rated tour, with an English-fluent guide assisting you the whole trip. All groups travel in comfortable Toyota 4x4s with experienced drivers. Including Satellite phone, Oxygen bottle and sleeping bag. Take an unforgettable 3-day tour through the vast white Salt flats of Uyuni, into the desert of southwest Bolivia, one of the highest and driest in the world. Visit tiny villages lost in the tundra surrounded by multicolored mountain and lakes filled with flamingos, the Sol de Manana geyser, thermal hot-springs at night to finish the day, with temperatures around 38°C (100°F) and enjoying the star gazing and milky way. You can finish your tour at San Pedro de Atacama for an extra $10 USD if specified !

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Fuel surcharge, Afternoon tea, Professional guide, Professional photographer guide, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Entrance fees (30 bs for the Inca wasi island and 150 bs for the nacional park), Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

See the best of La Paz on a private tour with a knowledgeable local guide, who will introduce you to both top attractions and lesser-known sites, creating a well-rounded experience of the city. Visit historical landmarks like Plaza Murillo and San Francisco Church, bustling markets like the Witches Market, and natural wonders like Moon Valley. You’ll learn about the city’s colonial history and get a feel for local life as you interact with vendors and artisans and perhaps visit a museum or two. This private tour is customizable.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Visit the World Heritage-listed archeological ruins of Tiwanaku, near the shores of Lake Titicaca, on this private half-day tour from La Paz. With a knowledgeable guide, tour the site’s adobe pyramids and temples, and learn about the fascinating history of the Tiwanaku civilization, which flourished for hundreds of years before disappearing inexplicably around the year 1000. Hotel pickup and drop-off and transport by private vehicle are included. You have your choice of a morning or afternoon tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore Lake Titicaca, Copacabana and Sun Island on this 2-day tour from La Paz with a private guide. After hotel pickup, listen to engaging folklore from your guide during the ride to Lake Titicaca, and stop at whichever lakeside village catches your eye. In Copacabana, visit a 16th-century basilica and check out local artisanal craft. On Sun Island, wander through Incan archeological ruins. Hike to vistas and enjoy gorgeous views of the lake and Andes. On this tour, you’re the boss: Personalize your itinerary and make it an unforgettable way to enjoy Bolivia's history and beauty.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle, Accommodation, Local guide

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities