Luxury Holidays Bolivia

Discover the churches and palaces, bustling markets and stunning scenery of Bolivia, relatively untouched by tourism. Lake Titicaca and La Paz are world-famous but there is a lot more of interest in this fascinating small country high in the Andes. For example the colourful Sunday Market at Tarabuco, near to Sucre, is one of the most authentic markets in Latin America, and the medieval mines at Potosi offer a fascinating insight into Bolivian way of life.

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Introduction to Bolivia

Bolivia is a land waiting to be discovered and here you will find some of the most spectacular landscapes on the entire continent of South America, including lakes, salt flats, volcanoes, snow-capped mountains and lush jungles. You will return from Bolivia in the knowledge that you have travelled somewhere very special.

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LUNA SALADA SALAR DE UYUNI

LUNA SALADA SALAR DE UYUNI
Overlooking the white desert of the Salar de Uyuni, the Luna Salada Lodge boasts the distinction of being built predominantly from salt, making it without doubt one of our most individual hotels. The 23 rooms offer en suite facilities with central heating and the lodge’s restaurant and public areas make for the perfect venue to relax and enjoy this most spectacular of settings.
 

POTOSI

POTOSI
During the 16th century Potosi was one of the largest and wealthiest cities in Latin America, its fortune coming from the rich deposits of silver ore that ran through the hillside. A UNESCO World Heritage site, today it is one of Bolivia’s important treasures, the most famous building being the Royal Mint House which produced silver coins for the colonial Spanish empire.
 

SALAR DE UYUNI AND THE LAGOONS

SALAR DE UYUNI AND THE LAGOONS
Located close to the border with Chile, the Salar De Uyuni is the largest and highest salt lake in the world. The contrasting colours of the blue sky and the dazzling white salt surface make for an amazing spectacle. Nearby can be found the spectacular Laguna Colorada, with its flaming red algae-rich waters, where flamingos can be seen, and Laguna Verde, whose startling green surface is almost unreal. Add to these colours some geothermal activity and a backdrop of towering volcanoes and you have some of the most unusual and photogenic landscapes to be found anywhere. A visit to this region is often combined with a stay in Atacama in Chile.
 

LAKE TITICACA AND SUN ISLAND

LAKE TITICACA AND SUN ISLAND
The two day visit to Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, is one of the highlights of any itinerary to Bolivia. With the snow-capped Andes in the background, the deep blue water of the lake, and the strong sunlight, it is a photographer's dream. You will learn about the ancient communities who have lived on the lake for generations, and stay overnight on Sun Island (Isla del Sol) at the simple but delightful Posada del Inca Eco Lodge, which you reach on foot, with llamas carrying your luggage.
 

COLONIAL SUCRE

COLONIAL SUCRE
Bolivia’s charming and relatively little known capital, Sucre is one of South America’s colonial gems. Founded by the Spanish in 1538 the city’s narrow streets and whitewashed buildings very much reflect the Andalusian heritage of its founders. Often referred to as ‘La Cuidad Blanca’ (White City) it is a captivating collection of colonial elegance and leafy plazas, filled with an array of beautifully preserved 16th century buildings whose rich blend of local and European architectural traditions have earned the city UNESCO World Heritage Status. Site of the declaration of Bolivian Independence in 1825 and still the seat of the Catholic church in Bolivia, Sucre nestles at the foot of the Churuquella and Sika Sika hills, making this an ideal base from which to visit Potosi and nearby Tarabuco.
 

THE SUNDAY MARKET AT TARABUCO

THE SUNDAY MARKET AT TARABUCO
This very colourful Indian market is considered to be one of the most authentic markets in Latin America. The Sunday market is important to the local community and the clothing of the Tarabuqueno men and women (who still speak Quechua rather than Spanish) has not changed since Inca times. Their weavings are among the best in technique, quality and colour and the prices are very competitive.
 

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DISCOVER BOLIVIA

DISCOVER BOLIVIA
DISCOVER BOLIVIA
    Discover the colonial churches and palaces, bustling markets, and stunning scenery of Bolivia, still relatively untouched by tourism. Begin your journey in Sucre with its fascinating mix of colonial buildings, onto the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, where you stay overnight on Isla del Sol before returning to the maze of bustling streets and colourful markets of La Paz.
    • All flights as shown in economy class
    • First class accommodation throughout
    • Private transfers throughout
    • Private sightseeing as shown with local English speaking guides including entrance fees
    • Departures on Tuesdays (to fit in with the Sunday Market at Tarabuco)
    Day 1 Tuesday Afternoon departure with British Airways to Miaimi. Continue in the late evening by American Airways to Santa Cruz.

    Day 2 Wednesday Arrive in the morning and transfer to the Hotel Los Tajibos for 2 nights. The streets of Santa Cruz combine charm and tradition with growing commercial activity and this afternoon you will have a tour of the city. Visit the Zoo, one of the most complete in South America, the San Lorenzo Basilica and its sacred museum and “La Casa de la Cultura”, a centre for the preservation of local crafts. Continue to Arenal Park with the famous mural painted by local artist Lorgio Vaca and the ethnic folk museum. End the tour at the Pirai River, a traditional meeting place and a great place for a stroll.

    Day 3 Thursday Full day tour to Samaipata ruins, located on a mountaintop and surrounded by tropical vegetation. There are strange carvings on the rock such as a huge snake and other enigmatic figures which have generated countless archaeological debates and inspired Erik Von Deniken in his books about alien visitors. Lunch in a local restaurant before returning to Santa Cruz mid afternoon.

    Day 4 Friday Morning flight to Sucre where you will be met and transferred to the Hostal de su Merced for a 3 night stay. Afternoon city tour of Sucre, a picturesque town full of colonial influence. Visit The Recoleta and San Francisco Church as well as the colourful local market. Also visit the House of Liberty where Simon Bolivar signed the Independence of Bolivia and the second oldest University in South America San Francisco Xavier.

    Day 5 Saturday Full day excursion to Potosi, (a journey of approximately 2½ hours in each direction) the highest city of its size in the world and declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Amongst the colonial streets you will visit the Royal Mint which conserves the unique wooden machinery brought in 17th century from Spain. You will also have to opportunity to visit one of the mining cooperatives where you will see miners working in medieval conditions (protective clothing and helmets are provided). Please note that the mines are very claustrophobic and should also not be visited by those with asthma or any other breathing difficulties. Return to Sucre in the late afternoon.

    Day 6 Sunday Full day excursion to the very colourful Indian market at Tarabuco, considered to be one of the most authentic markets in Latin America. The Sunday market is important to the local community and the clothing of the Tarabuqueño men and women (quechua speaking people) has not changed since Inca times. Their weavings are among the best in technique, quality and colour and the prices very competitive.

    Day 7 Monday Morning at leisure. Afternoon flight from Sucre to La Paz. On arrival transfer to the Inca Utama Hotel & Spa located on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Visit the Andean Roots Eco Village a unique centre for the preservation of the Bolivian culture. There is the opportunity to observe local handicrafts and fisherman and learn about the mystic world of the Kallawayas people with their traditional coca leaf fortune telling methods. These natural medicine doctors are officially authorised to practice medicine in Bolivia using methods developed many centuries ago. They strongly believe that you first have to heal the soul in order to heal the body. After dinner there is the opportunity for some southern hemisphere star gazing in the hotel’s observatory and learn about the cosmology of the Andean ancestors. Overnight at the Inca Utama Hotel & Spa

    Day 8 Tuesday Today cruise by hydrofoil across Lake Titicaca. Visit the Iñak Uyu Sun Virgins Temple on Moon Island (Isla del Luna) before continuing to Sun Island (Isla del Sol). Visit the Pilcocaina Sun Temple and continue by llama trek to the Posada del Inca Eco Lodge arriving in time for lunch. The walk takes around 30-40 minutes on foot and llamas carry the luggage. Afternoon visit to the local village and school with some time to just enjoy the breathtaking views of the lake. Overnight at Posada del Inca Eco Lodge.

    Day 9 Wednesday Morning visit to the Inca Steps and Sacred Fountain and after lunch at a local restaurant cruise by hydrofoil through the Tiquina Strait. Continue to Quewaya Island and visit the authentic Urus Iruitos Floating Islands and a unique sustainable tourism project that has green houses built on a floating island. Explore the four and a half thousand year history of this community, considered the forefather of the much later Aymara and Inca cultures. Continue to Huatajata surrounded by breathtaking views of the lake, the mountains, and the Royal Range of the Andes before returning by road to La Paz. Two nights at the Hotel Europa.

    Day 10 Thursday Morning excursion to Tiahuanaco, Bolivia’s premier pre-Inca site. It is considered the cradle of the Americas. The temples and constructions include the Kalasasaya temple where you see the main work done by the Tiahuanacotas such as the Gate of the Sun, the monoliths Ponce and Fraile, the Akapana Pyramid and the Semi underground temple. En-route to Tiahuanaco you will pass through the Bolivian Highlands where you can see the Aymara Indian's way of life. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.

    Day 11 Friday Depart in the morning with American Airlines to Miami, connecting with British Airways to fly to London Heathrow.

    Day 12 Saturday Arrive in the early morning at London Heathrow.
 
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