Embark on an unforgettable 14-day journey through the heart of South America, where dramatic desert landscapes and rich ancestral traditions come alive. From the colorful canyons and colonial towns of Northern Argentina to the surreal salt flats and ancient cultures of Bolivia, this expedition blends natural wonders with deep cultural connections for a truly immersive experience.
Welcome to Salta Airport and transfer to the hotel. Depending on the arrival time, we will take a tour of Salta City, which includes visits to the High Mountain Archaeological Museum, San Bernardo Hill, and the cable car.
Acommodation: Hotel in Salta (3 stars)
Meals included: -
Start point
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Early in the morning we will start our journey towards the town of Cachi. On the way, we will pass through "Mal Paso" bridge, where we will be able to see the Escopie river and the deep Yungas Sulteñas. 20km far from it start the imponent "Cuesta del Obispo", that while we ascend we will notice of a notable change of the weather and topography.
We will continue visiting San Rafael Chapel and a ride through the emblematic Recta del Tin Tin, one of the most beautiful scenaries of the Argentinian northeast, a stretch without curves that crosses the Los Cardones National Park and is surrounded by cactus up to 3 meters high.
Finally, we will arrive at the lovely town of Cachi.
Acommodation: Hotel in Cachi (3 stars)
Meals: Breakfast, and lunch
We continue our journey with a first stop in La Poma, an oasis amidst the vast mountains. Here, we'll have the chance to interact with locals and learn about their stories and traditions. We then head to the Twin Volcanoes, a truly memorable landscape. Our next stop is the Devil’s Bridge, a naturally formed geological wonder. As we move forward, we’ll be amazed by the stunning views of the Cachi Snow-Capped Mountain. Our final destination is the La Polvorilla Viaduct, a true masterpiece of engineering.
Acommodation: Hotel in San Antonio de los Cobres (3 stars)
Meals included: Breakfast, and lunch
Immersed in the majesty of the Andes, we begin our journey. We'll encounter the Tuzgle Volcano and enjoy a relaxing break in the thermal waters of the Tuzgle Hot Springs Complex. Our route continues to the village of Susques, and from there to the breathtaking Salinas Grandes—a captivating white salt desert. We then head to the charming town of Purmamarca, famous for the Hill of Seven Colors. There, we'll stroll through its cobblestone streets and discover local handicrafts. Finally, we arrive in Tilcara, a destination that beautifully blends history with natural beauty.
Acommodation: Hotel in Tilcara (3 stars)
Meals included: Breakfast, and lunch
Today, we head towards the charming town of Iruya, nestled high in the mountains.
We will walk to the Pueblito de San Isidro, its adobe buildings and cobblestone streets give us the sensation of being in a place where time and cobblestone streets give us the sensation of being in a place where time has stood still.
Acommodation: Hotel in Iruya (3 stars)
Meals included: Brekfast, and lunch
Leaving Iruya behind, we will make a first stop at the Mirador del Hornocal, from where we will be able to observe the hill of the fourteen colors. Once arriving in Humahuaca, we will visit the center of the city with its Main Square, the Cathedral and the Independence Monument.
Finally, we will go to Villazon, the border city with Bolivia, and then to Tupiza.
Acommodation: Hotel in Tupiza (2 stars)
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Today we leave Tupiza, ascending through the beautiful landscape of Quebrada de Palala towards El Sillar, we continue to Ciudad Encanto, where we will find geological volcanic lava formations.
We enter San Antonio de Lipez and go hiking through the ruins of an old colonial town, now called a ghost town. Finally, arrival in Quetena.
Acommodation: Hostal in Quetena
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
We will visit the small Salar de Chalviri, and we can enjoy a bath in the hot springs.
Then, our tour continues making stops at the Salvador Dali Desert, Green Lagoon, White Lagoon and the Sol de Mañana geysers. We will finish with a visit to the Laguna Colorada, where hundreds of pink flamingos live.
Acommodation: Hostel in Laguna Colorada
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
We head north through the Siloli Desert, also making stops at Chiarkhota Lagoon and Hedionda Lagoon, home to three varieties of flamingos.
Our trip continues to the Ollague Volcano viewpoint, and then crosses the Chiguana salt flat.
Finally, we arrive at the great Salar de Uyuni, where we will observe the sunset.
Acommodation: Hostel in Atulcha
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
We begin our day very early to witness the sunrise over the iconic Uyuni Salt Flats. Our first stop is Incahuasi Island, where, surrounded by giant cacti, we’ll climb to the top and take in the stunning expanse of the salt sea, with views of the majestic Tunupa Volcano. We'll enjoy a unique lunch in the middle of the salt flats.
Next, we visit the Playa Blanca hotel-museum, the Dakar monument, and the Flag Plaza. Our adventure continues with a stop at the Train Cemetery, a surreal landscape filled with abandoned locomotives. We then head to the town of Colchani, where salt is still processed using traditional methods—we'll tour a salt processing plant to learn more. Finally, we arrive in Uyuni and board an overnight bus bound for La Paz.
Accommodation: Bed bus
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
We arrive at the La Paz bus terminal around 6:00 AM and transfer to the hotel for breakfast and rest.
At the scheduled time, we head to the Moon Valley, a stunning geological formation near the city that resembles a lunar landscape. Upon arrival, we’ll take a 15- to 20-minute walk to explore the area. After our visit, we board our transport to the Yellow Cable Car station, connecting with the Silver and Red lines. During the ride, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the city nestled among the mountains.
Our tour ends at the Central Station, where our transport will be waiting to take us to Plaza Murillo, the political heart of Bolivia, surrounded by key government buildings and the Presidential Palace.
We continue to the Witches' Market, a street known for its amulets and esoteric items related to Andean cosmology and culture. After the tour, we return to the hotel.
Acommodation: Hotel in La Paz (3 stars)
Meals included: Breakfast
In the morning, we will depart to visit the Spiritual and Political Center of the enigmatic Tiwanaku culture. Our first stop is the Lithic Museum, home to the impressive Bennett Monolith. We then continue to the archaeological site, where we will explore monuments that reflect the advanced knowledge and technology of the Tiwanaku people. They worshipped the Sun God “Wiracocha” and Mother Earth “Pachamama,” beliefs that are clearly represented in their architectural creations.
Among the most notable structures are the Gate of the Sun, various monoliths, and the temples of Kalasasaya, Akapana, and the Semi-Subterranean Temple. Learning about the history of these magnificent and mysterious ruins is an unforgettable experience.
After lunch, we continue our journey to Copacabana.
Acommodation: Hotel in Copacabana (3 stars)
Meals included: Breakfast, and lunch
In the morning, we will go to the port, where we will board a boat to take us to Isla del Sol. Here we will climb the stairs of Yumani, at the top we will find a beautiful stone fountain known as "The Fountain of Life", and we will observe the interesting systems of cultivation terraces.
We will also appreciate the ruins of the Pilkokaina Palace, also called the Temple of the Sun, which is an important archaeological site of Inca origin.
Finally, we will return to Copacabana and then take private transportation to La Paz.
Acommodation: Hotel in La Paz (3 stars)
Meals included: Breakfast, and lunch
Private transportation to the airport to take your international flight back home.
End point
La Paz, Bolivia
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