Morning Trek

08:30 – Meet guide at Plaza San Pedro* and head up to El Alto
09:00 – El Alto “Satellite City” and Art Museum
10:00 – Descent through Hanging Neighborhoods
11:00 – Snack & rehydration break
11:15 – La Paz Markets & Handicrafts

Afternoon Trek

14:00 – Meet guide at Plaza San Pedro* and head up to El Alto
15:00 – El Alto “Satellite City” and Art Museum
16:00 – Descent through Hanging Neighborhoods
17:00 – Snack & rehydration break
17:15 – La Paz Markets & Handicrafts

*San Pedro Plaza is a popular meeting place in downtown La Paz. Just ask your hotel receptionist or consult your travel guide for directions to the plaza.

Satellite City, the tour descends on foot into La Paz, passing through the precarious “hanging neighborhoods” built on the unstable and steep slopes of the valley. As you take in the stunning views of La Paz and the Cordillera Real in the distance your guide will explain how La Paz is organized and governed and point out signs of several development projects benefitting at-risk neighborhoods.

Next, after a brief ride on one of those tank-like painted school buses with upholstered ceilings, you are off La Pazs colorful and complex markets.
The market section begins in the black market (dont even ask for a receipt) and then passes through the beautiful flower and fruit sections (and just about everything else).

The handicraft section is next and we briefly take you to two Fair Trade craft shops, where you can have a look at the incredible textiles produced by Bolivian artesans. We do not receive a commission for suggesting the shops we share with you, however we do recommend picking up a few items before you leave, as greater benefits reach the producers.

We finish up near the Plaza San Francisco, unless you care to join us for a Full-day Urban Trek.
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you need comfortable walking shoes. Your feet will appreciate.

Of course if you want to travel. The perfect match if you’re planning to visit Bolivia’s most popular destination.