Bolivia & Chile 360°: from Santiago to La Paz

Bolivia & Chile 360°: from Santiago to La Paz
The trip in a nutshell
Multi-destination itinerary
This trip begins in Santiago in Chile and ends in La Paz in Bolivia!
Embark on an incredible journey through Chile and Bolivia, two iconic South American countries. From Chile's narrow expanse, historic cities, and otherworldly landscapes, to Bolivia's rich indigenous culture and breathtaking high-altitude destinations, this adventure promises endless emotions. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
Trip type
360º - it's our great classic that allows you to discover the destination in all its aspects. We recommend packing a backpack rather than a suitcase as there will be lots of moving around.
Physical rating
HIGH - this itinerary involves hiking or similar adrenaline-pumping adventures so a high level of physical effort and adaptability is required. Be prepared for an active trip, potential long transfers and adventures like no other!
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip starts in Santiago de Chile and ends in La Paz . Aim to arrive by 6pm on the first day.
What's included
11 nights accommodation
All breakfasts
2 internal flights:
in Chile: from Santiago to Calama;
in Bolivia: from Sucre to La Paz
"Must See" : Salar de Uyuni, Eduardo Avaroa Park and Lagunas Coloradas, Incahuasi Island and Colchani Village
Transfer from Calama airport to San Pedro de Atacama (day 3)
Jeep and driver (day 5 to 7)
English speaking guide (day 5 to 7)
3 lunches
1 dinner
Transfer from Uyuni to Potosi (day 8)
The transfer from Potosì to Sucre (day 9)
All airport transfers (day 10)
Travel coordinator services
Cancellation up to 31 days before departure — 100% refund (deposit refunded as travel credit) or option to change trips.
Itinerary
Welcome to Chile
Santiago
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Chile. We begin in Santiago where you will meet the rest of your group at the first place of accommodation. Get to know each other this evening and let's chat about all the exciting times that await us on this epic expedition!
Included : Overnight stay
Santiago / Valparaiso
Exploring the cities
Today, we have two options: explore Santiago or venture to Valparaiso. Valparaiso, a coastal city near Santiago, is a World Heritage site known as the Jewel of the Pacific. Marvel at its scenic elevators, colourful houses, and impressive museums. Don't miss "La Sebastiana," one of Pablo Neruda's three Chilean houses. Curious about the others? "Chascona" is in Santiago, while "Isla Negra" is in its namesake town.
Included : Overnight stay, breakfast
Money pot : Excursion (optional) to Valparaiso, tickets and entrance fees
Not included: other meals and drinks
San Pedro de Atacama
Atacama
Today, we say goodbye to Santiago and fly to Atacama in the north of Chile, where we'll spend the next two nights. Atacama is renowned as the world's driest desert, yet it teems with life and vibrant indigenous villages situated over 4,000 meters above sea level. After a quick meal at the hotel, we'll set off on a thrilling Jeep journey that will make us feel like we're exploring the Moon's terrain.
Valley of the Moon
Get ready to be amazed by the awe-inspiring beauty of the Valley of the Moon. This extraordinary place showcases stunning geological formations shaped by wind and water over time, resembling a lunar landscape. Its striking aridity and ever-changing shades of red, influenced by sunlight, create a mesmerizing experience. Get set for a captivating lunar adventure!
Included : overnight stay, breakfast, flight from Santiago to Calama and airport transfers from hotel to airport and vice versa
Money pot: excursion to the Valley of the Moon
Not included: other meals and drinks
The Atacama Desert
The Arcoiris Valley
Today, we delve into the wonders of the Atacama Desert, starting with the stunning Arcoiris Valley. We'll spend the day exploring before reserving some energy for the possibility of visiting an observatory at night. Brace yourself for a breathtaking spectacle—the sky here is truly mesmerising!
Included : overnight stay, breakfast
Money pot: excursion to the Atacama desert
Not included: other meals and drinks
Welcome to Bolivia
Avaroa Park and Laguna Verde
Today we say goodbye to Chile and hello to Bolivia! We journey through the stunning Eduardo Avaroa National Park, visiting the captivating Laguna Verde and the artistic Salvador Dalí Desert. Continuing north, we encounter the awe-inspiring Sol de Mañana geysers, the rejuvenating Polques thermal springs, and the breathtaking Red Lagoon. Our lodge in the heart of this remarkable desert awaits, offering a truly unforgettable experience.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, lunch, jeep, local guide, entrance to Avaroa National Park, entrance to hot springs and dinner
Money pot: any extra activities or entrance fees
Not included: other meals and drinks
Journey to Salar de Uyuni
Volcanoes and lagoons
After breakfast, we'll explore the stunning landscapes of the Siloli Desert, reaching the impressive Stone Tree—a product of erosion over thousands of years. Continuing to the Salar de Uyuni, we'll visit beautiful lagoons like Laguna Cañapa with flamingos and Laguna Hedionda with its unique sulfuric scent. Our day concludes at the Ollagüe Volcano viewpoint, offering a breathtaking vista of the landscape and its mesmerizing smoke columns.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, lunch, jeep, local guide, entrance fees
Money pot: any extra activities and entrance fees
Not included: drinks
Salar de Uyuni
Salar de Uyuni
Today, we wake before sunrise for a special reason: to fully experience the mesmerising beauty of the Salar de Uyuni. As the largest salt flat on Earth, it captivates with its ethereal charm and evokes enchanting legends. One tells of Tunupa, a beautiful girl whose tears transformed the fertile fields into the immense salt desert we see today. Brace yourself for a day immersed in the extraordinary allure of this unique destination.
The island of Incahuasi and the village of Colchani
Nestled within this desert lies the captivating Incahuasi Island, adorned with towering ancient cacti that can reach up to 18 meters in height. As we explore, let's have fun playing with perspective and unleashing our imagination for some creative photos.
Once we've taken in the island's beauty, we continue our journey to the village of Colchani, where we can browse and purchase local goods at the bustling market.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, lunch, jeep, local guide, entrance to Inchausi Island
Money pot: any extra activities and entrance fees
Not included: other meals and drinks
From Uyuni to Potosi
Discovering the silver mines
Wake up, WeRoaders! It's time to hit the road and head to Potosì.
Potosì, located in the Bolivian Andes, is a must-visit colonial city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its well-preserved churches, visit museums that shed light on its mining history under Spanish rule, and guess what? We can even arrange a special tour of the mines in the afternoon. Get ready for an incredible experience in Potosì!
Included : Overnight stay, breakfast, transfer from Uyuni to Potosì
Money pot : excursion to the mines (optional)
Not included: other meals and drinks
From Potosi to Sucre
The white city
In Sucre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we'll spend the afternoon wandering its charming streets and discovering hidden gems. And for the evening, a delicious Bolivian dinner awaits us. Get ready for a delightful experience in Sucre!
Included: Overnight stay, breakfast, transfer from Potosì to Sucre
Money Pot: Walking tour with local guide (optional)
Not included: other meals and drinks
La Paz
On the top of the world
We arrive in La Paz, the highest capital in the world. Explore the vibrant mix of urban and tranquil spaces, visit colourful markets, and take a cable car to El Alto for local shopping. Enjoy the evening in the city center before our adventure ends. Embrace La Paz's unique charm before we say goodbye.
Included : Overnight stay, breakfast, flight from Sucre to La Paz, airport transfers from hotel to airport and vice versa
Money pot: any extra activities and entrance fees
Not included: other meals and drinks
La Paz
A free day
Today is a free day in La Paz, allowing us to choose our own adventure. We can take a guided tour, visiting Plaza Murillo, Plaza San Francisco, and exploring local markets like Mercado Negro. For those seeking an exciting experience, we can venture to the Death Road or explore the unique Moon Valley. In the evening, let's catch a lucha libre show featuring indigenous cholitas wrestlers. And of course, we can't miss trying street food like choripan or anticucho. Enjoy the day in La Paz, filled with endless possibilities!
Included : overnight stay, breakfast
Money pot: any extra activities and entrance fees
Not included: other meals and drinks
La Paz
Check out
Check-out and goodbye – until your next WeRoad adventure!
End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
Info to know
Staff
Our trips are led by a Travel Coordinator who has been specifically trained by us to lead group travels to ensure you have the best time. A WhatsApp group with all travel participants will be created two weeks prior to departure by your Travel Coordinator.
Visas and Vaccinations
Before booking, please ensure to check what documents, visas, and vaccinations are required to enter the country you are visiting. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Arrival and Departure Times
We always advise trying to get to the meet-up point for the first day of your tour by 5pm. On the last day of the tour you are free to leave whenever you want!
Luggage
Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.
Available dates
Travel coordinator
Gerda
Group
5 WeRoaders
Travel coordinator
Gerda
Group
5 WeRoaders
Group
2 WeRoaders
Group
2 WeRoaders
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:
1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.
2. Installment payments for certain countries only
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.
However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!
If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
Tour List
Trip details page
In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!