Things to do in Potosi Department, Potosi Department: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

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)

We conducted a tour to visit the Uyuni salt flat, colored lagoons, volcanoes, desert, landscapes, flora and Andean wildlife, nature at its best in comfortable 4x4 car  and equipped professional driver and English guide.

Inclusions: English Speaking Guide, Food and drinks (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Transport by private vehicle 4WD, Sleeping bag, 2 nights accommodation, Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama(no hotel Dropp-off), Bottled water

Exclusions: Entrance fees: tickets (30 Bs Incahuasi Island, 150. Bs. national Park, and some small things, please be with you approx. Bs. 200), Travel Insurance

Peru was a region of successive civilizations since the emergence of Caral-Supe in 3200 BC. C.17 The Inca Empire was the last autochthonous or indigenous state, which dominated a large part of the South American west towards the fifteenth century. The conquest of the Incario was followed by the next century, after which the territory was configured as a viceroyalty of the Spanish Empire   Bolivia In its territory, ancient civilizations such as Tiwanaku, the Hydraulic Culture of Las Lomas and the Moxeña culture developed. First the Incas and later the Spanish conquerors dominated the territory until the country became independent in 1825. Having developed the traditions with a miscegenation of pre-Columbian cultures with Spanish culture, is a multi-ethnic and pluricultural country, rich in mixture and syncretism of customs and traditions received from the indigenous peoples and the Spanish conquerors

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, 09 nights accommodation in Hotels, Professional guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

Potosí, at over 4,000 meters, is one of the highest cities in the world. But even an elevation as high as, this does not stop the nearby Cerro Potosí from dominating the surrounding landscape. Potosí was founded as a mining town in 1546 by the Spaniards. Over the next 200 years, more than 40,000 tons of silver were shipped out of the town, making the Spanish Empire one of the richest the world had ever seen. Millions of the indigenous people were forced to work at the mines in the extraction process. In 1672, Potosí became one of the richest cities in the world. To this day, workers extract minerals from the mine and it’s possible to take an amazing tour inside and to appreciate their life style.

Inclusions: Specialized Bilingual Guide., Transport., Necessary equipment for the mine tour (helmet, boots, pants, jacket and lamp)

Exclusions: Gifts for miners., Tips., Extra drinks.

Certificated guides and drivers. New cars. English speaking Guides Available tours everyday. Vegetarian options for meals.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch

Exclusions: Entrance Fees: Isla Incahuasi (30 Bs*), National Park Eduardo Avaroa (150 Bs*)., Toilets on the way (20 Bs)., 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

On this tour, you will appreciate the vastness of the sky, the Milky Way and the light of the stars. the sunset and Seeing the stars inside the Salar de Uyuni in the dry season is an unforgettable experience. When we do this activity in the rainy season, the experience is even more interesting since you will observe the reflection of the sunset and stars on the surface of the Salar de Uyuni.

Inclusions: White wine or Red wine, Pick up from the hotel in Uyuni, Boots of water (rainy season), Telescope (subject to availability), ticket, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks

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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)

Welcome to Bolivia. Enjoy an unforgettable adventure visiting the Salar de Uyuni and colorful lagoons with collection from your Hotel de La Paz. The service starts with pick-up from your Hotel in La Paz, to take a night bus to Uyuni on arrival we pick it up from the Bus, to start with the 3-day and 2-night tour of the Salar de Uyuni. Join this 3-day tour in Salar de Uyuni sharing with more people interested in the visiting this surreal landscape of desert and colored lagoons of the Eduardo Avaroa Reseve with your professional english speaking guide in a TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 4WD. In winter, called 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: 2 nights accommodation, Accommodation as per itinerary, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks (4 breakfast, 4 Lunch, 4 Dinner), Bus ticket La Paz - Uyuni - La Paz.

Exclusions: Entrance fees

English Speaking Certificated Guides Comfortable Cars. All the tours begin from Uyuni City. Duration Tour: Full Day   Available Days: Every Day. Pick up point: Bus Station in Uyuni City or go to our office. Drop- off point: Office in Uyuni City.  Drop- off Time: 07:00 p.m.

Inclusions: Accommodation or Bus station Pickup, Local Driver, Bilingual Guide (English and Spanish), Transportation in 4WD with rooftop luggage rack, Meals: 1 Lunch, Lunch

Exclusions: Entrance Fees: Isla Incahuasi (30 Bs*) Please note that these costs are subject to change without prior notice., Toilet (Bs. 5), Extra Drinks., Snacks.