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Termas de Polques

Embark on a 3-day tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats and Surreal Deserts. Explore the Train Cemetery, Flags Square, and the Salt Hotel. Visit the Siloli Desert, the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, and the Green Lagoon. Enjoy a transfer to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile. Start Time: 10:30 AM Day 1: Uyuni - Salt Flats Begin your tour at the Train Cemetery, where you’ll see abandoned wagons from the Bolivian Railway Company. Then, head to Colchani village to learn about salt production and browse local handicraft shops. As you enter the Uyuni Salt Flats, witness underground river aquifers and visit Flags Square, the Dakar Monument, and the world’s first salt hotel. Enjoy lunch and take unique panoramic, perspective, and mirror reflection photos. In the afternoon, explore Incahuasi Island, home to coral fossils and giant cacti, with stunning views of Tunupa Volcano. End the day with a breathtaking sunset over the salt flats before arriving at your salt hostel accommodation. Day 2: Salt Flats - Huayllajara After breakfast, stop in the small village of San Juan to buy snacks and use the restrooms. Then, observe the active Ollagüe Volcano, sacred to indigenous communities. Continue to the Andean lagoons of Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarcota, and Honda, where you can see pink flamingos, Andean ducks, and seagulls. Lunch will be served near Hedionda Lagoon. After lunch, enter the Siloli Desert, one of the driest on Earth, located at 6,000 meters above sea level, and see the famous Stone Tree. Enter Bolivia’s most visited national park, the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve. The day ends at the spectacular Red Lagoon, home to flocks of pink flamingos. After this, head to your accommodation in Huayllajara town. Day 3: Huayllajara - San Pedro de Atacama Wake up early to witness the sunrise at the Sol de Mañana Geysers. Then, relax in the Polques Hot Springs before heading to the Dali Desert, a surreal landscape reminiscent of Salvador Dalí’s paintings. Visit the Green Lagoon, located next to the towering Licancabur Volcano, which serves as a natural border with Chile. THE TOUR ENDS AT THE CHILEAN BORDER AT 9:30 AM. FROM THERE, YOU WILL BOARD A VEHICLE TO SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA, ARRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 12:30 PM.

Start Point: Uyuni City - Bolivia Finishing Point: Main Square San Pedro de Atacama - Chile Day One / Train Cemetery + Uyuni Salt Flats + Incahuasi island + Hotel in Ajencha. Departure from Uyuni City at 10:30 a.m. towards the salt flats in 4x4 WD cars. First, go around the Train Cemetery to observe the remnants of the eighteenth and early twentieth-century locomotives (The perfect spot to take artistic pictures). Then, arrive at Colchani village to appreciate the salt production and take a short walk through the artisanal market and the museum. Later, the immense Uyuni Salt Flats at an altitude of 3,663 m.o.s.l. which extends over an area of 12,000 km². Along the trip, visit: Salt eyes, Salt Hotel-Museum (Built entirely of salt blocks), Dakar Monument, Flags of the world, and finally, arrive at Incahuasi Island to appreciate the beautiful view and the giant cactus. At the end of the day, take your time in the sunset with a glass of wine, and get to the hotel for dinner time. Day Two / Chiguana + Ollague lookout point + Andean lagoons with flamingoes + Red lagoon After breakfast, go to visit the famous lagoons: Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarcota, with a lot of flamingoes. Later, an exquisite lunch, Siloli desert, Stone Tree. At the final of the day, arrive at Red Lagoon which is inhabited by numerous flamingos, within these species there are 3 varieties: Chilean, James, and Andean. Finally, head to the hotel in the community of “Huayllajara” to have dinner, and rest Day Three / Geysers Sol de Mañana + Hot Springs Pool + Lookout point Green lagoon - White lagoon - Lincancabur Volcano + Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama Very early in the morning, after breakfast, go to "Sol de Mañana" geysers and enjoy a fantastic view along the way; this place has volcanic activity such as fumaroles and geysers (holes of bubbling mud, smoking, and a smell of sulfur). Also, visit the hot springs of Polques to take a bath and relax enjoying the most beautiful landscape. Then, the Salvador Dali Desert which offers spectacular views and multicolored rock formations of the volcanoes. Later, go up to the viewpoint of the Green Lagoon, White Lagoon, and Lincancabur Volcano. Finally, tour Guides will assist customers with their border crossing at 10:00 a.m. and people will arrive in San Pedro at 1:30 p.m. on the third day of the tour. **Sometimes people need to pay a fee in the Bolivian border (15 Bolivianos) bring in Cash please. The drop-off is at San Pedro de Atacama’s main square 1:30 p.m. IMPORTANT INFORMATION *During the rainy season (from January to April), it is not possible to access Incahuasi Island. We also may sleep in a different location due to road access.

Spend a memorable 3 days on a visit to the Uyuni Salt Flats and colorful lagoons. Marvel at the flamingos and the sunsets. Relax in the hot springs at Termas de Polques. Day 1 Be picked up from your hotel in La Paz, for the transfer to the bus terminal to travel by night bus to Uyuni. Day 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) See salt processing and visit the Hotel de Sal at the Uyuni Salt Flats. Travel to Fish Island lunch in the middle of the Uyuni salt flat. Spend the night in shared-room accommodation built from salt. Day 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Head south to the Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarkota, Honda and Ramadita lagoons to see the colors and tones nuanced by wind and time, as well as large numbers of flamingos. Visit Laguna Colorada, a nesting center for 3 species of flamingos. Take in one of the most beautiful sunsets on the planet. Spend the night at a hostel a comfortable shared room. Day 4(Breakfast) See the geysers at Sol de Mañana at dawn, and pools where the land seems to boil in an array of colors. Take a dip in Termas de Polques and enjoy breakfast outdoors. Be transferred to the Chilean border to be dropped off in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.

DAY #1 - 9:00 p.m.: Arrive at the "La Paz Bus Station" for check-in Bus Tickets. - 9:30 p.m.: Bus departs From La Paz to Uyuni. Bus Amenities: Comfortable seating and an onboard toilet. The Bus trip lasts approximately 10 hours. DAY #2 - 7:00 a.m.: Arrive in Uyuni City. / Enjoy Free Time / to grab coffee, snacks, and water. ( Free Time because tour companies and tourist attractions open at 10:30 a.m.) - 10:00 a.m.: Head to our office in Uyuni City. - 10:30 a.m.: Start your tour. Tour Visits: Train Graveyard Colchani Uyuni Salt Flats: *Saltwater eyes *Salt hotel-museum *Flags of the World *Dakar Monument Incahuasi Island Sunset Over Salt Flats Night Rest: Agencha Hostel: Shared 3-beds, 4-beds, 5-beds, and 6-bed rooms + Shared toilets. / no Wi-Fi Meals: Lunch + Dinner DAY #3 - 6:30 a.m.: Breakfast - 7:30 a.m.: Start your tour. Tour Visits: Chiguana Desert Ollagüe, look-out point Cañapa, Hedionda, and Chiarcota Lagoon (Flamingoes) Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve Desert of Siloli Rock tree Red Lagoon + Flamingoes Night Rest: Huayllajara Hostel, shared 6-bed rooms + Shared Toilets / no hot water for showers (to avoid pollution in the National Reserve) / no Wi-Fi Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner DAY #4 - 5:00 a.m.: Breakfast - 5:30 a.m.: Start your tour. Tour Visits: Sol de Mañana Geyser Hot Springs at a 35 Cº water Dali Desert Green and white Lagoon Rock Valley San Cristobal Village Meals: Breakfast + picnic Lunch - 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.: Arrival Time in Uyuni City. - 9:00 p.m.: Go to "Uyuni Bus Station" for check-in Tickets. - 9:30 p.m.: Bus departs From Uyuni to La Paz. Bus Amenities: Comfortable seating and an onboard toilet. The Bus trip lasts approximately 10 hours. DAY #5 - 6:00 a.m. to 6:45 a.m.: Arrival at the main bus station in La Paz. Tour Duration: 4 Nights, 3 Days NOTE: ** During the rainy season (January to April), visits: -Incahuasi Island may not be possible. Instead, it's a perfect time to appreciate the mesmerizing mirror effect over the surface of the salt flats. OPTIONAL: Upgrade 2 Nights Hostel by adding an extra Price on the Final Payment Panel. (It includes: private room + private toilet + toilet paper + towel)

Day 1 Visit: Train Cemetery + Uyuni Salt Flats + Incahuasi island Departure from Uyuni City at 10:30 a.m. towards the salt flats in 4x4 WD cars. First, go around the Train Cemetery to observe the remnants of the eighteenth and early twentieth-century locomotives (The perfect spot to take artistic pictures). Then, arrive at Colchani village to appreciate the salt production and take a short walk through the artisanal market and the museum. Later, the immense Uyuni Salt Flats at an altitude of 3,663 m.o.s.l. which extends over an area of 12,000 km². Along the trip, visit: Salt eyes, Salt Hotel-Museum (Built entirely of salt blocks), Dakar Monument, Flags of the world, and finally, arrive at Incahuasi Island to appreciate the beautiful view and the giant cactus. At the end of the day, take your time in the sunset with a glass of wine, and get to the hostel for dinner time. Day 2 Visit: Chiguana + Ollague lookout point + Andean lagoons with flamingoes + Red lagoon After breakfast, go to visit the famous lagoons: Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarcota, with a lot of flamingoes. Later, an exquisite lunch, Siloli desert, Stone Tree. At the final of the day, arrive at Red Lagoon which is inhabited by numerous flamingos, within these species there are 3 varieties: Chilean, James, and Andean. Finally, head to the hotel in the community of “Huayllajara” to have dinner, and rest Day 3 Visit: Geysers Sol de Mañana + Hot Springs Pool + Lookout point Green lagoon - White lagoon - Lincancabur Volcano + Uyuni Very early in the morning, after breakfast, go to "Sol de Mañana" geysers and enjoy a fantastic view along the way; this place has volcanic activity such as fumaroles and geysers (holes of bubbling mud, smoking, and a smell of sulfur). Also, visit the hot springs of Polques to take a bath and relax enjoying the most beautiful landscape. Then, the Salvador Dali Desert which offers spectacular views and multicolored rock formations of the volcanoes. Later, go up to the viewpoint of the Green Lagoon, White Lagoon, and Lincancabur Volcano. (Don't be surprised if we go to the Chilean border, sometimes we have customers that they need to stop over there). Finally, return to Uyuni, and on the way, after lunch, appreciate bofedales and more rocky formations. Arrival time at the office in Uyuni City: 06:30 p.m.

The 3-day, 2-night tour of the Uyuni Salt Flats is an unforgettable experience that combines unique landscapes and adventures in the Bolivian highlands. The itinerary includes visits to the vast salt flats, the train cemetery, Incahuasi Island with its giant cacti, colorful lagoons (such as the Red Lagoon and Green Lagoon), geysers, hot springs, and surreal deserts. Visitors can enjoy clear skies for photography and, during the rainy season, the mesmerizing mirror effect of the salt flats. Basic accommodations and typical meals are included, making it perfect for those seeking extreme nature and breathtaking views.

Day 1. Travel by premium sleeper bus from La Paz to Uyuni. Day 2, (B,L,D) Arrive in Uyuni and be picked up upon arrival by the team and enjoy breakfast and a shower before starting the tour to the salt flats. Visit the Uyuni salt flat, train cemetery, Colchani, salt processing plants, salt constructions, have lunch in the middle of the salt desert. Night in Hostal de Sal (dormitory) Day 3, (B,L,D) Visit the altiplanic lagoons of Bolivia, pink flamingos, Siloli desert, red lagoon with pink flamingos, have lunch in the countryside with views of the volcanoes, see the volcanic geysers and sleep near the waters Polques hot springs (bedroom) Day 4, (B) Visit the hot springs, take a shower, visit the Dali desert, green lagoon and continue the trip to the border with Chile and you will travel to San Pedro de Atacama, arrival is scheduled between 1 pm local time.

Explore the Bolivian Altiplano on a 3-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Visit the Laguna Blanca and Laguna Verde, the Salvador Dalí Desert, the Polques Hot Springs, the Sol de Mañana Geysers, the Laguna Colorada, and the Tomas Lakha rock paintings. Day 1: Begin with pickup from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama and head to the Chile-Bolivia border. After completing the necessary procedures, change vehicles. Visit the Bolivian Altiplano, including the Laguna Blanca and Laguna Verde, located at the foot of the Licancabur volcano. Next, visit the Salvador Dalí Desert and the Polques Hot Springs. Continue to the Sol de Mañana Geysers, which are hot springs that reach 90°C. Finally, visit the Laguna Colorada, where you can see many flamingos. In the afternoon, head to the Villamar hotel to rest. Day 2: After breakfast, head to Tomas Lakha to see pre-Inca rock paintings. Next, visit the Lost Italy, a place where volcanic rock took the form of an abandoned city. Continue to the Vinto and Catal lagoons, where you can see the typical fauna of the Bolivian Altiplano. Next, visit the Anaconda Canyon and the Sora Canyon before heading to your hotel in Colcha K to rest. Day 3: Wake up early and head to the Salar. Watch the sunrise over the white salt flat and then head to the Incahuasi Island. Walk through the limestone rock formation and enjoy a spectacular view of the salt flat. Next, visit the Salt Museum and pass through the town of Colchani, where you can stop to buy crafts. Finally, pass by the train cemetery to take some photos before arriving in Uyuni.

Explore the Salar de Uyuni on a 3-day tour from Uyuni. Visit the Salar de Uyuni, the Salar de Chiguana, and the Laguna Colorada. See the sunrise at the Géiseres del Sol de Mañana and take a dip in the Termas de Polques. Day 1: Be picked up at the meeting point in Uyuni and board a 4x4 vehicle. Head to the Salar de Uyuni, passing by the train cemetery and the town of Colchani. Stop to buy some local crafts. Visit the Salt Museum and travel to Incahuasi Island, a calcareous formation in the center of the Salar. Walk along a trail, see the giant cacti, and enjoy a panoramic view of the Salar. End the day watching the sunset in the Salar and head to your accommodation. Day 2: Be picked up in the morning and head to the road that crosses the Salar de Chiguana. Visit the Cañapa, Hedionda, Honda, and Chiarkota lagoons before entering the Siloli Desert. End the day at the Laguna Colorada, a nesting site for over 30,000 flamingos. Spend the night at the Huayllajara Refuge. Day 3: Leave early in the morning to see the sunrise at the Géiseres del Sol de Mañana, intermittent water sources that reach a temperature of 90°C. Take photos of the contrasts of the first light and the steam. Visit the Termas de Polques and take a dip, depending on the time of the tour. See the Salvador Dalí Desert, the Laguna Verde, and the Laguna Blanca, located at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano. Pass by the Valle de las Rocas and San Cristóbal before returning to Uyuni.

Spend 3 memorable days on a visit to the Salares de Uyuni and the colorful lagoons. Marvel at flamingos and sunsets. Relax in the hot springs of Termas de Polques. Day 1(Dinner) Get picked up in La Paz, for transfer to the bus terminal to travel by overnight bus to Uyuni. Day 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) See salt processing and visit the Salt Hotel at the Salares de Uyuni. Travel to Fish Island for lunch in the middle of the Uyuni salt flat. Spend the night in a shared room accommodation built from salt. Day 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Head south to the lagoons of Cañapa, Hedionda, Chiarkota, Honda and Ramadita to see colors and hues nuanced by wind and time, as well as an abundance of flamingos. Visit Laguna Colorada, a nesting center for 3 species of flamingos. Enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets on the planet. Spend the night in a hostel in a comfortable shared room. Day 4(Breakfast) See the geysers at Sol de Mañana at sunrise and the pools where the earth seems to boil in a variety of colors. Take a dip in Termas de Polques and enjoy breakfast outdoors. Be transferred to the Chilean border to be dropped off in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.