Sport and adventure in the Andes

Welcome at the airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free. You can choose to visit the centre of La Paz, the watchtowers, the historic centre, the markets, etc. You will discover the lively streets of the highest capital in the world. You'll discover the lively streets of the world's highest capital and acclimatise slowly but surely.

Another day free to explore the city of La Paz, you could do a short acclimatisation walk, for example to the Muela del Diablo or the Valle de las Animas.

Pick-up at the meeting point in La Paz in the early morning (meeting point to be determined). Approximately 3 hours of tarmac road before arriving in Huarina, from where you will begin your short cycling trip. Your driver will give you some directions and you'll agree on some meeting points, for a picnic for example. First of all, you'll have to follow the main road, passing through small lakeside villages like Huatajata. When you reach the village of Janko Amaya, leave the main road and turn off onto a small, hilly country road. You can meet the driver at the top of the first climb for a picnic with a magnificent view of the lake. Next, a descent, a second climb and then a long descent to the community of Tajo Kachi, just a few more kilometres and you'll be in Chuquiñapi.

We set off to join one of the two catamarans on the other side of the bay. Then we sail with our local crew as the wind blows across this pretty bay to take in the breathtaking views of the imposing glacial massifs of the Cordillera Real. Return to the monastery in the late morning. After lunch, a short walk to Sunata Island, a peninsula accessible on foot.

Departing in the morning after breakfast from the community of Chuquiñapi, you will continue your journey on the same pleasant road as yesterday, with virtually no traffic and magnificent views. You will drive for almost 40 kilometres on this road until you reach the town of Achacachi. You could meet your driver in the main square and enjoy a picnic, or wait until you're out of town before eating. Next, head for the village of Peñas, at the foot of the Cordillera Real, another 30 kilometres or so, where you will spend the night.

A day in the community of Peñas, where you can try your hand at rock climbing on the local cliffs, as well as enjoying the thrills of the community's brand-new adventure park.

In the morning, after breakfast, it's off up the mythical Cordillera Royale. You and your driver can decide how high you want to climb. 2 lagoons, Khotia and Khota Thya, or, for the more adventurous, up to the Mullu pass, at an altitude of 5,000 metres. Then it's downhill to the community of Qala Uta and its pretty stone hut.

Depart in the morning for a magnificent day's hike, starting directly on foot from the refuge and looping around. We'll pass by some of the region's magnificent lagoons, including the Tres Picos lagoon, and through some exceptional scenery.

In the morning, we climb the cliffs near the Santos refuge, where the community has equipped several routes of varying levels, and we can also try bouldering. After lunch at the refuge, we head off to visit the Fabulosa mine, a tin mine that supports the community, then return to La Paz after the visit. Arrival in the capital in the early evening.

Pick-up at the meeting point in La Paz in the early morning (meeting point to be determined). Approximately 7 hours' drive to the Jayu Khota crater. It's possible to stop along the way to stretch your legs a little, for example at Quillacas, where you can climb the Calvary and admire the view over the region. Overnight in a tent close to the crater. Another option is to stay in a hotel in Challapata.

We set off in the morning on our bikes for a short warm-up ride of around 4 hours on a fairly flat tarmac road with very little traffic. You will gradually approach the imposing Tunupa volcano and the Salar de Uyuni. There are some lovely views of the Salar and the Bolivian Altiplano. On arriving in Salinas, the quinoa capital of the world, you will have lunch before setting off for Alcaya by car. The afternoon will be devoted to a visit to one of Bolivia's most beautiful archaeological sites, the ruins of Alcaya, part of the Chullpa civilisation. A local guide will take you to the top of the lost city, where the view over the region is magnificent. After visiting the community's small museum, return to Salinas for dinner and overnight.

Depart in the morning for a rather leisurely day on the region's dirt roads, from Salinas to the community of Tahua, located on the banks of the Salar... The road passes inland, to the west of the Tunupa volcano, or a slightly longer option, to the east of the volcano and passing through the communities of Jirira, Coquesa... On the edge of the Salar de Uyuni. Overnight in Tahua at the Tayka de Sal hotel, run by the community, with views of the Salar and Tunupa.

We set off in the morning for a lovely loop around the region. We pick up a stretch of the previous day's route before branching off into a pretty valley, the road taking us through the beautiful cliffs of the region before rejoining the Salar. From here, a few kilometres along the edge of the Salar will take you to the small Chiquini cave. After a visit to the cave and a picnic lunch, return to Tahua, either by following the Salar, a magnificent road passing through the community of Caquena borders the Salar for around twenty kilometres and ends in Tahua... The other option is to cut straight through the Salar, however, this part of the Salar is often flooded until late in the year. Return to Tahua and another night at the hotel in Sal.

A non-biking day, but a sporty one nonetheless! We set off by car for the community of Coquesa, not far from Tahua, and then begin the ascent by 4x4. This hike will give you one of the best views of both the Salar de Uyuni and the Tunupa crater. After the hike, return to Tahua by vehicle.

Departure in the morning for the long-awaited crossing of the Salar de Uyuni... After spending several days on its shores, contemplating it from various vantage points, it's finally time to embark on the crossing! Today, we're starting with the easiest part of the journey: only 40km separate Tahua from Incahuasi island. However, the crossing can be difficult depending on the state of the Salar. Depending on the season or the year, the Salar can be wet, slightly unstable and full of holes, or sometimes completely flat and rolling... On arrival at Incahuasi, we will of course make our way to the top of the island for one of the best views of this natural wonder. Overnight in a tent on the island.

Today is the last day, and we finish the crossing of the Salar... A little harder than yesterday, with around 75km separating the island from Colchani. However, the Salar is in better condition on this stretch and the wind is often at your back... A few kilometres before arriving in Colchani, you will pass by the Dakar and flag monuments...

First, a tarmac road passing through San Cristobal and its famous mine. The route continues along the "1001 Lagoons" road, a succession of magnificent lagoons (Honda, Ch'arkota, Hedionda and Cañapa), some of which are home to colonies of pink flamingos... amazing. Arrive at the Hotel du Désert in the afternoon.

Departure for the stunning Laguna Colorada. On the way, stop off at the Siloli Desert and its famous "stone tree". Cross a pass at an altitude of just under 5,000 metres before reaching the Sol de Mañana site (4,850 m alt.), an area of high geothermal activity with numerous geysers, fumaroles and mud pools. The trail then continues to the Polques thermal baths (4,000 m). At the end of the morning, we arrive at Laguna Verde (4300 m alt.) at the foot of the Licancabur volcano. Opportunity to bathe in the thermal waters and walk around the lagoons.

Depart very early in the night to reach the starting point for the ascent of the Licancabur volcano at 4,625 m in a 4x4 vehicle (approx. 30 minutes' transport). Ascent with a park guide. Initially a gentle climb to the foot of the volcano. Then a very long ascent along a very steep, cobbled path directly onto the slopes of the volcano. It takes around six hours to reach the summit and its beautiful crater containing a small frozen lagoon. The view of the Lagunas Blanca and Verde is breathtaking. It takes 2-3 hours to return down the same route. We set off again for Villamar in the afternoon. Arrival at the end of the day.

Discover the Valley of the Rocks, where erosion has created strange shapes several metres high on the sandy ground as if by magic. Head due north to the village of San Cristobal. This village was relocated following the arrival of a mining company. A little anecdote: its church has been rebuilt stone by stone at a cost of almost half a million dollars. Before arriving in Uyuni, visit the train cemetery on the outskirts of the town.

Flight from Uyuni to La Paz, with the end of the day free on arrival in La Paz.

Time to go! Departure from the hotel for a transfer to La Paz airport (3 hours before international departure time).