From Puno: 3-day excursion to La Paz and the Uyuni salt flat
Potosí Department, Bolivia
On this 3-day excursion to La Paz and the Salar de Uyuni from Puno we will discover two very popular places in Bolivia that will undoubtedly captivate you forever.
3-Day Bus and 4x4 Tour from Puno to Uyuni and La Paz
This guided logistics trip connects Puno (Peru), Uyuni Salt Flats, and La Paz, Bolivia, ideal for independent travelers comfortable with minimal guided support.
Highlights
- Experience the expansive landscapes of the world’s largest salt flat
- Visit the salt hotel and museum in Colchani and browse local salt crafts
- Explore the Uyuni train cemetery, an open-air museum of Bolivia’s first locomotives
- Optional visit to La Paz’s extensive cable car system (at additional cost)
Itinerary
Day 1: Puno to La Paz
Pick up at Puno Bus Terminal by 5:30 am. Departure at 6:00 am. Cross border immigration en route. Arrival in La Paz around 2:00 pm. Optional cable car visit while waiting for the Uyuni bus. Dinner on your own. Overnight bus departure to Uyuni at 9:00 pm.
Day 2: Uyuni Salt Flats Tour and Return to La Paz
Arrival in Uyuni between 5 and 6 am. Breakfast independently at a local cafeteria. At 10:30 am, board a 4x4 for the Uyuni Salt Flats tour including:
- Uyuni train cemetery visit
- Colchani salt extraction site and Playa Blanca salt hotel tour
- Regional lunch: starter, main course, and infusion
- Visit to Incahuasi Island in the salt flats (season-dependent views)
Day 3: La Paz to Puno or Optional End in La Paz
Arrival in La Paz between 5 and 6 am. Choose to either end the trip in La Paz (ideal for onward flights) or continue by bus to Puno arriving 5–6 pm.
Note: The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, strikes, or events affecting safety or service quality. No refunds apply for cancellations caused by these factors.
Includes
- Bus transport: Puno - La Paz - Uyuni (single traveler)
- Bus transport: Uyuni - La Paz - Puno (single traveler)
- 4x4 tour in Uyuni
- English and Spanish speaking guides in Uyuni
- Lunch on the second day during the Uyuni tour
Excludes
- Breakfast and dinner on all days
- Lunch on first and third days
- Travel insurance
- Personal extra expenses
- Tickets for optional activities
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Travel tip: Bring layers for variable weather, snacks, and cash for optional activities and meals. The best time to visit is during the dry season (May to October) for clearer views and easier travel conditions.
