Tailor Made Holidays in Bolivia
BOLIVIA is sometimes compared to Tibet - it's the highest and most isolated of the countries in South America. The impressive variety of landscapes with high snow-covered peaks of the Andes, abundant valleys, spectacular salt flats, rich national parks, tropical forests of the Amazon and Chaco and beautiful historical and cultural sites takes the breath away of all the visitors.The country, of only nine million inhabitants, covers an area of 1.098.581 km2 and shares borders with Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Argentina and Peru. The Bolivian population is culturally diverse, with more than half being indigenous, Quechua, Aymara and Guaranie, as well as another 30 smaller ethnic groups making this diversity one of the major cultural riches of Bolivia.
Our Itineraries offer you the best selection of destinations, you decide how and where to start discovering each of them. But we can assure you that the experience will be more than satisfactory.
Located in the "heart of South America ", Bolivia is one of the most colourful, varied and untouched countries of the continent. It may be one of the poorest countries in South America, but its cultural wealth, the vastly differing Amazonian and Andean landscapes, and the remnants of mysterious ancient civilizations make it a rich and exciting destination. Travellers will encounter shy people in traditional clothing, colourfully dressed and red-cheeked from the mountain air. The landscape is imbued with traditional houses and age-old methods of agriculture, and visitors will find remarkable traditions kept alive in the ancient techniques of weaving, handcraft and food production. The history of the region dates back to the pre-Columbian times, from the ancient Aymará civilisation in 1,500 BC who lived on Lake Titicaca, to the Tiahuanaco and the Inca Empire of the Altiplano, until the conquest of the Spanish in 1538. Reminders of these civilizations are evident in the architecture of the colonial cities, displayed in informative museums that can be visited at the sites of ancient ruins. The dramatic geography affords many adventure opportunities: explorers can track wildlife in the Amazonian basin, drive across the surreal landscape of the Salar de Uyuni, take a boat trip on the world's highest navigable lake, Titicaca, scramble through muddy shafts in the silver mines of Potosi, or hike in the magnificent Andes mountains. There is enough diversity to meet many tastes.
At ICAN Holidays we pride ourselves in the fact that we offer clients what they want - our packages are all tailor made. Only you know what your ideal holiday should include. Whether you want to concentrate on culture or spend time wildlife watching, sample a city’s hustle and bustle or relax in a secluded beauty spot, ICAN Holidays will assist you discover the joy of designing a unique holiday just for you.Throughout this website we have provided suggested itineraries for all the regions we visit, and you may wish to base your travels on these. After an initial consultation, one of our Specialists will create a unique itinerary for your holiday, complete with background information, historical notes, colour pictures, etc. We will not begin to book your holiday until you are completely satisfied with it.
Because our Specialists regularly travel to the regions you will be visiting, they can offer invaluable advice and suggestions for things to see and do while you are there and you can be confident that your unique itinerary has been created by someone who has extensive first-hand knowledge of the places and accommodation it contains.
When to go to BoliviaVisitors to Bolivia will encounter just about every climatic zone, from stifling humidity and heat to arctic cold. Summer (November to April) is the rainy season, when overland transportation becomes difficult if not impossible in some areas. In the lowlands it can be utterly miserable, with mud, high humidity, biting insects and relentless tropical downpours. The most popular, and arguably most comfortable, time for exploring the whole country is during winter (May to October) with its dry, clear days. This is also the best season for climbing.
The high tourist season falls between late June and early September, due not only to climatic factors, but the timing of European and North American summer holidays and the fact that it's also Bolivia's major fiesta season. Both international visitors and lots of South Americans are travelling during this period, so prices are generally higher than during the rest of the year.
All our holidays are unique travel experiences, and therefore tailor-made to suit individual requirements. We do not publish prices on our website as they can vary enormously for tailor-made travel.Prices are generally for private arrangements and are per person using economy class flights based on two people travelling together and sharing a room.
There are a number of factors which will influence the price of your travel arrangements, these include the standard of hotel (we offer a variety of standards from ‘three star’ to the super-luxurious), the season, the duration of your trip, the class of flights and the airline used, the level of private guiding and the complexity of the itinerary. Our specialists will be delighted to discuss the various options in more detail with you.
