From Cusco: Complete Tour to Salar de Uyuni - San Pedro de Atacama 6 days
Potosí Department, Bolivia
Explore the Salar de Uyuni, one of the Great Natural Wonders of the World. Start in Cusco and end in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy 6 days of unforgettable experiences and adventures.
Overview
This 6-day guided tour from Cusco to San Pedro de Atacama covers Lake Titicaca, La Paz, and the Uyuni Salt Flats, suited for travelers seeking an immersive Andean experience.
Highlights
- Travel the Route of the Sun from Cusco to Puno on the first day
- Visit Lake Titicaca, Uros, and Taquile Islands by speedboat
- Explore La Paz with a visit to the Witches' Market and cable car rides
- Full-day sightseeing tour of the Salar de Uyuni to San Pedro de Atacama
- Experience diverse landscapes including salt flats, lagoons, deserts, and wildlife
Description
Begin your journey in Cusco, traveling the Route of the Sun to Puno where you spend the night. The next day, take a full-day tour of Lake Titicaca, including the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island, with a second night in Puno.
On day three, depart early to La Paz for a city sightseeing tour featuring the Witches' Market, Plaza Murillo, and cable cars. Overnight travel by sleeper bus takes you comfortably to Uyuni, with bed-style seats, heating, and a bathroom on board.
In Uyuni, join a 3-day 4x4 tour led by an experienced driver and bilingual guide. Visit the Train Cemetery, Incahuasi Island with giant cacti, salt hotel accommodations, colorful lagoons, flamingo habitats, and natural landmarks like the Salvador Dali Desert and Polques hot springs.
The tour culminates with transfer from the Hito Cajón border to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile. Throughout the trip, altitude gradually increases from Cusco (3,399 m) to Salar de Uyuni (up to 5,000 m), allowing for acclimatization. Only one night is spent on the bus to ensure rest.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Cusco - Route of the Sun - Puno
- Day 2: Lake Titicaca Tour (Uros and Taquile)
- Day 3: Bus from Puno to La Paz, sightseeing tour, overnight sleeper bus to Uyuni
- Day 4: Train Cemetery, Colchani handicraft village, Hotel de Sal, salt mounds, Incahuasi Island, overnight at salt hostel
- Day 5: Stone Tree, lagoons, Laguna Colorada with flamingos, overnight in Huayajara hostel
- Day 6: Salvador Dali Desert, Abaroa Park, Polques hot springs, Sol de Mañana geyser, Hito Cajón border, transfer to San Pedro de Atacama
Inclusions
- Pickup from hotel, Airbnb, or hostel in Cusco
- Luxury bus with sightseeing along the Route of the Sun, coca and muña teas
- Guided visits to Andahuaylillas Temple, Temple of Wiracocha, Pucara, and La Raya
- Andean buffet lunch
- Full-day Lake Titicaca tour including Uros and Taquile with lunch and tourist tax
- Totora raft ride in Uros floating city
- Two nights in a 3-star hotel in Puno
- Two nights accommodation in shared rooms during Uyuni sightseeing tour
- Bus transfer from Puno to La Paz
- La Paz sightseeing tour including Witches' Market, cable car rides, and Plaza Murillo
- Luxury sleeper bus from La Paz to Uyuni
- Three-day full 4x4 Jeep tour in Uyuni with English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Four lunches, five breakfasts, and four dinners throughout the program
- Transfer from Hito Cajón border to San Pedro de Atacama
- Optional return bus from Uyuni to La Paz included if desired
Exclusions
- Admission to tourist attractions on the Route of the Sun (Cusco-Puno): 53 soles (~15 USD)
- Admission to Abaroa Park and Incahuasi Island in Uyuni: 190 BOB (~19 USD)
- Private double or twin room during the Uyuni tour available for an additional $16 per night
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation is possible up to 24 hours before the start of the tour for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure accommodation and transportation. Bring warm clothing for high altitudes, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. The best time to visit is during the dry season for clear skies and easier access to salt flats and lagoons.
