Excursion to the Uyuni Salt Flats from La Paz by round-trip bus

Excursion to the Uyuni Salt Flats from La Paz by round-trip bus

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About This Tour in Uyuni

Traveling by bus from La Paz to the Uyuni Salt Flats is a convenient way to explore this wonderful salt flats. Night buses depart between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, arriving in the morning to begin the tour of the salt flats, which includes visits to the Train Cemetery and Incahuasi Island. Afterward, return by night bus to La Paz.

Why Visit Uyuni?

Uyuni, Bolivia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Uyuni provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Uyuni

You can reach Uyuni, Bolivia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Snacks at sunset
  • Lunch
  • 4x4 jeep transport.
  • English Option
  • Guide in English
  • Pick up and transfer back to the hotel.

What's Not Included

  • Incahuasi Ticket

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Take an overnight bus from La Paz to Uyuni (departures

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Take an overnight bus from La Paz to... 8 hours

Take an overnight bus from La Paz to Uyuni (departures are usually around 8:00-10:00 PM). Arrive in Uyuni at dawn on day 2 (approximately 9-12 hours of travel)

The tour begins with a visit to the... 20 minutes

The tour begins with a visit to the Train Cemetery, which are remnants of machinery dating from the late nineteenth century

After 30 minutes you will visit Colchani small... 30 minutes

After 30 minutes you will visit Colchani small town where you will observe the salt process, if you like to buy handicrafts made from salt or textiles, llama or alpaca wool is a good place to choose one

continuing with the tour you will go directly... 30 minutes

continuing with the tour you will go directly to Incahuasi Island where you will see giant cacti, petrified coral rock formations and a spectacular panoramic view of the Salar

then get ready to see the wonderful Salar... 5 minutes

then get ready to see the wonderful Salar de Uyuni that has more than 10,000 square kilometers, inside the Salar you will appreciate the Salt Piles (small salt pyramids that the people of the town make to dry and then process the salt), then you will see the Eyes from the Salar (which are natural conduits through which salt water circulates and ends in holes) then you will know the first and only Hotel de Sal (Museum) within the salt flat,

Take the bus back to La Paz at night (departure around 8:00-10:00 PM) 8 hours

Take the bus back to La Paz at night (departure around 8:00-10:00 PM). You will arrive in La Paz at dawn on day 3. Arrive at the terminal in La Paz with time to rest or continue your journey to another destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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