La Paz Bolivia 4 Day Itinerary

La Paz, Bolivia 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Downtown La Paz & Witches’ Market (Mercado de Hechicería)

• Morning: Check into your accommodation in the city center. We recommend Palacio de Sal, a unique hotel made entirely of salt!

  • Address: Calle Jaén s/n, Zona Sur, La Paz, Bolivia

• Afternoon: Visit Mercado de Hechicería (Witches’ Market) to purchase traditional remedies, trinkets, and learn about Aymara beliefs. Then, head to Plaza San Francisco for a panoramic view of the city.

  • Transportation: Walking distance or take a taxi

• Evening: Have dinner at Zona Sur, a restaurant that specializes in regional Bolivian cuisine with a modern twist. Don’t miss their traditional llajua (spicy ground vegetables)!

  • Address: Av. Arce s/n, Zona Sur, La Paz, Bolivia

Day 2: Death Road & Moon Valley (Valle de la Luna)

• Morning: Take a tour to Death Road (Yungas Road), an infamous mountain road known for its dangerous curves and stunning views. Remember to enjoy the scenery without attempting any risky maneuvers!

  • Tour provider recommendations: Gravity Assisted Mountain Biking or Andean Rides

• Afternoon: Head to Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) for a unique landscape of eroded rock formations and breathtaking sunsets.

  • Transportation: Most tour companies provide transportation, but you can also arrange transport with a local taxi driver

• Evening: Return to your accommodation in La Paz and have dinner at Chicharroneria Mariscal Sagarnaga for some delicious Bolivian pork dishes.

  • Address: Calle Jaén, Zona Sur, La Paz, Bolivia

Day 3: Tiwanaku & Lake Titicaca

• Morning: Take an early tour to the ancient ruins of Tiwanaku. Learn about the pre-Inca civilization that once thrived here.

  • Tour provider recommendations: Red Tours or Sagardía Travel

• Afternoon: Continue to Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Stay overnight at a hotel on Isla del Sol (Island of the Sun).

  • Transportation: Tours usually provide transportation, but you can also take a public bus from La Paz to Copacabana and then a boat to Isla del Sol

• Evening: Dine on traditional Aymara dishes at Hospedaje Luna Tiwanaku.

  • Address: Isla del Sol, Bolivia

Day 4: Isla del Sol & Return to La Paz

• Morning: Spend the morning exploring the Inca ruins and sacred sites on Isla del Sol. Visit the Pilkokaina Inca Temple and the Chinkana underground tunnel system.

• Afternoon: Take a boat back to Copacabana, then a public bus or shared taxi to La Paz.

• Evening: Have a farewell dinner at Llama Restaurant, known for its fine dining and beautiful views of the city.

  • Address: Av Arce s/n, Zona Sur, La Paz, Bolivia

Things to know:

• Bolivian currency is the Boliviano (BOB)
• Taxis are relatively inexpensive, but make sure they use a meter or agree on a price beforehand.
• Altitude sickness is common in La Paz. Drink plenty of water and avoid strenuous activity until your body adjusts.

Tips:

• Bring warm clothing as the temperature can drop significantly at night.
• Learn some basic Spanish phrases to communicate more effectively with locals.
• Be mindful of cultural customs and traditions when visiting sacred sites or interacting with local communities.