The world's highest capital is also one of its most spectacular. La Paz is a treasure of cobbled streets, colourful people and extraordinary sights. La Paz City Break - Original - Residencial Rosario La Paz Independent 2008 GPI No Minimum South America Bolivia La Paz La Paz Bolivia Bolivia Culture/History 3 1 3 http://www.gapadventures.com/images/banners/aboutus/banner_about_us.jpg Most visitors to La Paz have two responses. The first is a gasp on a account the high altitude, and the second is a gasp on account of the beauty of the city and its surroundings. Built in a long, narrow valley the city's colonial past is apparent in the colourful facades and numerous plazas. Combined with its colourful, mostly indigenous residents La Paz is an unforgettable city. Transfer to your centrally located hotel in La Paz (the package includes one transfer) and, if you have time, enjoy some of the abundant local or international cuisine, and the world-class nightlife.

Explore the city’s many fine museums or its historic ecclesiastical structures, such as the Iglesia de San Francisco, whose architectural details reflect the indigenous and mestizo heritage of modern Bolivia. The city is also renowned for its many markets, including the Mercado de Hechicería (Witches’ Market), where Paceños and visitors may purchase potions and incantations made from all sorts of herbs, seeds, and secret ingredients to remedy any number of illnesses (real or imagined) and protect from evil spirits. With streets lined with market stalls and vendors, the pace on the street and the vibrant atmosphere is an incredible experience. Visit the black market and Carnaval market, where locals purchase carnival costumes. It will not be difficult to find shops selling all sorts of handicrafts, mainly alpaca wool products, silver jewelery, woven textiles and leather goods.
The heart of the Andean culture is best seen through the eyes of a local, and on the second day of your City Break package you will have the oportunity to do just that on a half-day city tour. Aside from an introduction to the city's notable Quechua population- many of whom still wear their traditional dress, you will also get to see sights such as the Plaza Murillo, named after the independence leader Pedro Domingo Murillo, the national palace, cathedral, and other buildings. The afternoon is then yours to for independant exploration.
You can depart the hotel at your leisure, either to the airport or for more adventure in Bolivia and beyond. 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 150 120 90 65 175 120 90 0 Most visitors to La Paz have two responses. The first is a gasp on a account the high altitude, and the second is a gasp on account of the beauty of the city and its surroundings. Built in a long, narrow valley the city's colonial past is apparent in the colourful facades and numerous plazas. Combined with its colourful, mostly indigenous residents La Paz is an unforgettable city. Transfer to your centrally located hotel in La Paz (the package includes one transfer) and, if you have time, enjoy some of the abundant local or international cuisine, and the world-class nightlife.

Explore the city’s many fine museums or its historic ecclesiastical structures, such as the Iglesia de San Francisco, whose architectural details reflect the indigenous and mestizo heritage of modern Bolivia. The city is also renowned for its many markets, including the Mercado de Hechicería (Witches’ Market), where Paceños and visitors may purchase potions and incantations made from all sorts of herbs, seeds, and secret ingredients to remedy any number of illnesses (real or imagined) and protect from evil spirits. With streets lined with market stalls and vendors, the pace on the street and the vibrant atmosphere is an incredible experience. Visit the black market and Carnaval market, where locals purchase carnival costumes. It will not be difficult to find shops selling all sorts of handicrafts, mainly alpaca wool products, silver jewelery, woven textiles and leather goods.
The heart of the Andean culture is best seen through the eyes of a local, and on the second day of your City Break package you will have the oportunity to do just that on a half-day city tour. Aside from an introduction to the city's notable Quechua population- many of whom still wear their traditional dress, you will also get to see sights such as the Plaza Murillo, named after the independence leader Pedro Domingo Murillo, the national palace, cathedral, and other buildings. The afternoon is then yours to for independant exploration.
You can depart the hotel at your leisure, either to the airport or for more adventure in Bolivia and beyond. 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 100 80 60 45 115 80 60 0 Accommodation Simple hotel (2 nts). Brief Highlights A transfer to or from the airport, half-day city tour, 2 nights hotel stay. Departure Departs any day Group Leader Local Rep / Guides
Group Size No Minimum Included Highlights Half-day city tour, arrival or departure transfer Local Payment N/A Meal Budget Allow USD45 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see trip details. Meals Included No meals included. StartFinish La Paz Transport Shuttle. A Couple of Rules Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for G.A.P Adventures Adventure travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader has the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or they use prostitutes.
About Accommodation A variety of accommodation standards are available for Independent tours, see your dossier for the accommodation class specific to your tour. Please remember that hotel/lodge/resort standards can be different from what you are used to in your home country, which is part of the appeal of adventure travel . Porterage is not included, but can be arranged directly at most hotels. About our Transportation Land Transfers & Included Tours/activities: Many of the land transfers and included tours will be by private van, car or taxi, while others may be shared with other travellers depending on availability, nature of the activity and destination. For transfers, you may have a local non English-speaking driver only, for included tours, you will be accompanied by an English speaking local guide. Arrival Complications We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, as soon as possible please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your trip leader (if you are not on a group tour please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier). If you are unable to get in touch with your leader, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Brochure Intro The world's highest capital is also one of its most spectacular. La Paz is a treasure of cobbled streets, colourful people and extraordinary sights. Checklist - Passport (with photocopies)
- Travel insurance (with photocopies)
- Airline tickets (with photocopies)
- USD cash and travellers cheques
- Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
- G.A.P Adventures vouchers and dossier
- Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
- Camera and film
- Reading/writing material
- Binoculars
- Cover for backpacks
- Pocketknife
- Flashlight
- Concealable money belt
- Fleece top
- Windproof/waterproof jacket
- Small towel and swim wear
- 4 shirts/t-shirts
- Sun hat
- 1 pair of shorts
- 2 pairs of long trousers
- 1 pair hiking pants/track pants
- Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes
- Sport sandals - Sunblock
- Sunglasses
- Toiletries (biodegradable)
- Watch or alarm clock
- Water bottle
- First-aid kit(should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, DEET bug repellant, extra prescription drugs you may be taking). Departure Tax USD 25 Dossier Disclaimer The information in this dossier has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and G.A.P Adventures. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. The group leader will advise you of any changes at the initial group meeting. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to improve the itinerary. VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your dossier to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Dossier Intro See the world's most enticing and interesting cities in style with our City Breaks program. All City Breaks include an arrival or departure transfer, two nights in comfortable hotels and a city tour. Emergency Contact Should you need to contact G.A.P Adventures during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call our local office in Lima. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so we may return your call and assist you as soon as possible.

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If you are unable for any reason to contact our local office in Lima, we have a toll-free line for North America, which will connect you directly with our Toronto office. In the event that you cannot get through, you can reach a member of our Operations department at the mobile number below:

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Mobile: + 1 416 305 6139. Emergency Fund Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster) necessitate a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!
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