Uyuni Salt Flats: A full day journey from San Pedro de Atacama by Bus
San Pedro de Atacama
Embark on a full-day journey from San Pedro de Atacama to the Uyuni Salt Flats by bus. Explore the largest salt flat in the world and discover its magical places. Optional service to continue your journey to La Paz, Sucre, or back to San Pedro de Atacama.
Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • San Pedro de Atacama - 1st Day : San Pedro de Atacama Chile- Uyuni. (D)

The service begins with the presentation of the passenger 30 minutes before the departure of the Bus, in the bus terminal at the indicated address. BUS COMPANY CRUZ DEL NORTE

After performing the corresponding Check in, you will board a Tourist Bus with bathroom on board, heating, and Spanish speaking assistance. (Just in the Bus)

The bus leaves from San Pedro de Atacama (Chile) to Hours 03:00 am, taking a route observing spectacular high Andean landscapes, such as volcanic hills, animals like llama and more, all in a comfortable bus service and with bath on board. 

Arrive at the border at approximately 10:00 am. to be able to do the corresponding migration procedures. 

We will have a rest of about 1 hour to relax. 

After this pause, we continue with the trip until arriving at our destination that is Uyuni Bolivia, approximately at 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., where your bilingual speaking private driver will be waiting for you, to transfer you to the hotel of your choice in Uyuni, the Hotel is Included 3 stars Hotel,  during the tour you will be able to enjoy Welcome Snacks.

  • Uyuni - 2nd Day: Uyuni - Salt Flats - Uyuni (B, L, D)
    • 10:20am - Pick up from your Hotel in Uyuni and check in at offices.
    • 10:30 am - Departure from the city of Uyuni to visit the Train Cemetery, and then go to the salt lake
    • 11:00 am - Make a brief stop in the town of Colchani, where you will pass the processing plant for artisan salt
    • 12:00 pm - Enter the Salar to visit waterholes, observe the extraction of salt, and visit the Playa Blanca Hotel (one of the first hotels in the Salar)
    • 12:30pm - Lunch in the middle of Salar de Uyuni
    • 1:30pm - Visit Incahuasi Island where you see the famous giant cactus
    • 3:30pm - Arrive at the foot of Tunupa Volcano to take pictures, see flamingos, and watch the sunset
    • 5:30pm - Sunset at the Salar de Uyuni (accompanied by a courtesy wine)
    • 7:00pm - Return to Uyuni

At the end of the service it is optional to take a bus to La Paz, Sucre, or return to San Pedro de Atacama that is included in the service

  • Train Cemetery - Visit with stop to take pictures.
  • Colchani - Visit with stop to take pictures.
  • Salar de Uyuni - Visit with stop to take pictures.
  • Isla Incahuasi - Visit with stop to take pictures.
What's Included
  • Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
  • Round-trip bus ticket Atacama-Uyuni-Atacama
  • Meals according to the itinerary (B/L/D)
  • Shared full-day tour of Uyuni Salt Flats
  • One night’s accommodation
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees in the Border (Chile- Bolivia)
  • Hotel Pick up in Chile
Additional Information

Welcome to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile:   

Prepare for your journey to the world’s largest Salar by taking a bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni. We provide pick-up and drop-off services to your hotel in Uyuni. For your convenience, we offer a semi-sleeper tourist bus equipped with a toilet for your journey to the City of Uyuni, Bolivia. This allows you to avoid standing in line and ensures your travel plans are arranged in advance.

Experience the wonder of Salar de Uyuni in just a single day visit and discover the mystical sites it offers. Upon conclusion, you are provided with the optional service to carry on with your journey to La Paz, Sucre, or back to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.

  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Location
San Pedro de Atacama
Bus Station CRUZ DEL NORTE COMPANY
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.