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[Advice] 10-Day Bolivia Itinerary (Santa Cruz -> Sucre -> Uyuni -> La Paz)

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Hey, adventurers! I just booked my flights for an epic 10-day journey through Bolivia this May, and I’m excited to share my itinerary for your thoughts! Starting in Santa Cruz and exploring the vibrant cities of Sucre, Uyuni, and La Paz, I've crafted a plan packed with unique experiences. However, I’m curious about the pace and logistics, especially for bus connections. Plus, I’d love your advice on booking my Uyuni tour! Let’s dive into this adventure together! 🌟✈️

Hi everyone! I just booked my flights for Bolivia this May, and I’ve put together the following itinerary. I’d love to get your opinion on the pace, and I have a few questions regarding bus logistics between cities.

Since my flight times basically "eat up" the arrival and departure days, I’ve planned the trip based on full days.

Day 1: Arrival in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

  • Logistics: Arrive at VVI airport at 20:25. Transfer to hotel and rest.

Day 2: Santa Cruz & Flight to Sucre

  • Morning/Afternoon: Currency exchange (parallel/blue market) + Plaza 24 de Septiembre and the Cathedral.
  • Flight: Short afternoon flight to Sucre (2,810m) to begin acclimatization.

Day 3: Sucre - The White City

  • Afternoon: Explore the colonial historic center.
  • Highlight: Sunset on the rooftops of San Felipe Neri Convent (looking for those high-contrast white dome shots).

Day 4: Sucre & Cal Orck’o

  • Morning: Cal Orck’o (Cretaceous Park) to see the massive cliff with over 5,000 dinosaur footprints.
  • Afternoon: ASUR Indigenous Art Museum + Sunset at Mirador de la Recoleta.

Day 5: Potosí & Transfer to Uyuni

  • Morning: Bus or Trufi (shared taxi) to Potosí (3h trip, climbing to 4,060m). Visit San Lorenzo Church.
  • Afternoon: Casa Nacional de la Moneda (Colonial Mint Museum).
  • Evening: 4h bus to Uyuni. Overnight stay in Uyuni to rest before the expedition.

Day 6: Salar de Uyuni Expedition (Day 1/3)

  • Train Cemetery, Colchani, and Salt Flat. Overnight in a Salt Hotel.

Day 7: Salar de Uyuni Expedition (Day 2/3)

  • Altiplanic lagoons (flamingos) and Laguna Colorada.

Day 8: Salar de Uyuni Expedition (Day 3/3)

  • Sol de Mañana Geysers, Laguna Verde, and return to Uyuni.
  • Logistics: 21:00 night bus (Todo Turismo) to La Paz.

Day 9: La Paz

  • Morning: Explore the city via Teleférico (Red and Purple lines for the best views).
  • Afternoon: Witches' Market and Calle Sagarnaga.
  • Evening: Attend Cholitas Wrestling.

Day 10: Departure

  • Logistics: 09:00 transfer to El Alto Airport (LPB) for the 12:00 flight to São Paulo.

My main questions:

  1. Is this itinerary realistic? Is it too rushed, or is the pace okay?
  2. Buses: Can I buy all my bus tickets on the spot at the terminals? I’m particularly worried about the Sucre -> Potosí -> Uyuni connection.
  3. Uyuni Tour: I’m planning to book it before the trip. I’m currently talking to local agencies. What's a fair price? I’m open to recommendations for reliable agencies.

Thanks in advance for your help!

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