La Paz, Isla del Sol, and Yungas
Centering on La Paz, head west to Lake Titicaca, and descend east to Yungas for cycling and relaxation
A highland holiday that can be completed without going to Uyuni: two days in La Paz city, three days in the lake area and southern Isla del Sol, then cycle down the Death Road to Yungas, and rest for two nights in the lower-altitude area of Coroico. The entire trip relies on buses and local transfers, suitable for those who want physical activity without rushing. Cycling carries risks; those who do not cycle can take the new highway instead.
December to March is the rainy season in Yungas, when trails are slippery and the cycling surface is more dangerous.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrival and Cable Car City Tour
La Paz City（Mi Teleférico、Mirador Laikakota）
It takes about 40 minutes to travel from the airport to the city. Take the cable car to view the city in the afternoon, focusing on walking and short trips.
Avoid strenuous activities on the first day to give your body time to adapt to the altitude.
Stay: Centro and Sagárnaga Street
Day 2 · Old Town, Markets, and Valle de la Luna
La Paz City（Plaza Murillo、Calle Jaén、Witches' Market、Valle de la Luna (La Paz)）
Walk in the old town in the morning, and take a cable car plus a taxi to Valle de la Luna in the afternoon, taking about 2 hours round trip.
Stay: Centro and Sagárnaga Street
Day 3 · Head to Copacabana
Copacabana & Isla del Sol（Strait of Tiquina、Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana、Cerro Calvario）
Take the morning bus to Copacabana, taking about 3 to 4 hours, including the separate passenger and vehicle ferry crossing of the Tiquina Strait.
Stay: Copacabana Lakefront and Main Street
Day 4 · Trek and Stay Overnight on Southern Isla del Sol
Copacabana & Isla del Sol（Isla del Sol、Pilko Kaina、Yumani & Inca Stairs）
Take a boat to Yumani in the morning, taking about 1.5 hours. Walk the entire way on the island and stay overnight.
Whether you can enter the northern ruins needs to be confirmed at the pier on the day.
Stay: Yumani (Southern Isla del Sol)
Day 5 · Return to the Lakeshore and Back to La Paz
Copacabana & Isla del Sol（Copacabana Lakefront） → La Paz City
Take a boat back to Copacabana in the morning, taking about 1.5 hours. Take a bus back to La Paz in the afternoon, taking about 4 hours.
Stay: Centro and Sagárnaga Street
Day 6 · Cycle Down the Death Road to Yungas
La Paz City（La Cumbre Pass） → Coroico & the Yungas（La Senda Verde Animal Refuge）
In the morning, a vehicle will take you to La Cumbre. Cycle for about 4 to 5 hours to Yolosa, then transfer to Coroico.
Choose a bike agency with good vehicle conditions and safety support. State in advance that you will not return to the city with the support vehicle.
Stay: Hillside Viewpoint Hotel Area
Day 7 · Coroico Waterfalls and Villages
Coroico & the Yungas（Coroico Waterfalls Trail (Las Cascadas)、Tocaña Afro-Bolivian Village、Coroico Main Square & Cathedral）
Walk around Coroico all day. The waterfall trail takes about 2 to 3 hours round trip.
Ask locals about the trail conditions first. Obtain permission before taking photos of villagers.
Stay: Hillside Viewpoint Hotel Area
Day 8 · Take the New Highway Back to La Paz
Take a minibus from Coroico along the new highway back to La Paz, taking about 2.5 to 3 hours. Minibuses depart when full.
Minibuses do not run on a fixed schedule. It is not advisable to arrange an international flight on this evening.