Food With Altitude
La Paz, Bolivia
From USD 57.00
Office phone number: +591 71969465
Food With Altitude
La Paz, Bolivia
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Neighbouring Peru might be having a moment on the world foodie scene but this La Paz food tour is out to put Bolivia in the spotlight where it belongs. Join us for a Bolivian food adventure where you get to taste fresh organic fruits, fish straight from the famous Lake Titicaca and lots of tasty snacks you’ve never heard of. This being Bolivia and all, a chocolate stop is also an absolute necessity. Ready, set, EAT!
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Highlights
- Be pleasantly surprised by Bolivia’s delicious food scene
- Try a wide range of food from markets, local restaurants, and even fresh produce from nearby Lake Titicaca
- Learn all about the humble produce Bolivians turn into greatness in their traditional dishes
- taste and discover all kinds of intense chocolate flavors
- Take in the outstanding view from La Paz from a scenic viewpoint above the city
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Meeting point:
Plaza Murillo main square in front of the giant stone book statue
- Starting time: 2.00 PM
- Ending point:
Plaza Murillo main square in front of the giant stone book statue
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English speaking guide, all food described in the itinerary.
Exclusions: All other food or drink other than what’s specified in the itinerary, local transport fees, and tip / gratuities for your guide.
Be sure to come to this tour with an appetite – you’ll need it! We’ll begin our La Paz food tour at Plaza Murillo, where you’ll meet your guide and head off to a local restaurant to dive right into some Bolivian cuisine. Here we’ll try some traditional potato soup, a very common dish that has been warming the Bolivian people for years. We’ll have a chat about the food and flavors of Bolivia, giving you an introduction to this often overlooked cuisine.
From here, we’ll continue on foot to Camacho Market for a sweet bite – some fresh fruit salad. Here you can select from all kinds of colorful, organic fruits to create your own combination of sweet and tangy treats. But don’t fill up too much! We’ll be heading to a Chocolate shop, where we’ll sample all kinds of different types of chocolate from Bolivia and learn about its production too.
As we continue to tour La Paz, we’ll jump on some public transport and head towards a restaurant that serves fresh fish from nearby Lake Titicaca, as well as famous potato stew. To put it simply, you can’t get more Bolivian than that!
Next, we’ll walk off some of those calories by making our way back to downtown, passing through a few marketplaces along the way. For those of you who aren’t already stuffed, there will be plenty of opportunity to nibble on some local snacks and drinks such as api, a pork dish called chicarron, and puffed cereal like pasankalla. With a local to shop around with you, you’ll be able to learn about all these traditional dishes, and won’t miss out on all the delicious Bolivian food sold in these markets.
Before your La Paz tour comes to a close, we’ll make one last stop to taste Bolivia’s famous ‘sultana tea’, made from sundried, lightly-toasted cherries mixed with cinnamon sticks. This sweet drink will help you digest all that food you’ve been trying, and give you a little boost to fend off the food coma!
Finally, we’ll finish up the tour in the best way possible – by watching the sunset over La Paz from a gorgeous scenic viewpoint overlooking the city. After you’ve taken some memorable photos, we’ll return back to Plaza Murillo, arriving between 5 and 6pm, depending on group pace and crazy La Paz traffic.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English speaking guide, all food described in the itinerary.
Exclusions: All other food or drink other than what’s specified in the itinerary, local transport fees, and tip / gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers, and bring a fleece for the cool evening hours. The weather is always unpredictable in La Paz, so bring a small umbrella or poncho in case of rain.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +591 71969465
Email address: info@lapazurbanadventures.com
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