Active Bolivia

After a long flight we arrived in Santa Cruz, the second most important city in Bolivia. At the airport, our guide will be welcoming you in Bolivia, you will be transferred to the city center, to the Marriott Santa Cruz Hotel*****. The rest of the day is free for private activities.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we are heading towards Chiquitania, and one of the largest areas of the jungle in eastern Santa Cruz. The Area of Chiquitania is very famous due to the Jesuit missions built by the Spanish Conquerors to convert the Indians into the Catholic religion. Along the way we visit the villages of Cotoca, Pailas and San Ramón before reaching our first mission in San Javier. We will cross the Rio Grande, one of the main tributaries of the Mamore River, a tributary of the Amazon River. We will also see the great agricultural and livestock Pampa. After a trip of approximately 5 hours, we arrive in San Javier. After lunch visit the Jesuit church on the first mission and the Houses of Handicrafts. We continue towards Concepción, about 60 km away. On the way we stop at Piedras del Paquío where we can see a buffalo cattle center. Nearby we can also see a beautiful lagoon, full of natural beauty and lush surroundings. Arrival at Grand Hotel Concepción. Dinner. (B) (L) (D) OPTIONAL: Depending on the schedule, you can book a Baroque music concert. Baroque music has been promoted by the Jesuits among the Indians and since the discovery of ancient partitures in the 1980s, it is supported and taught by a foundation to the Chiquitanía Youth.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the Jesuit church of Concepción, as well as the museum and craft workshop. After lunch we will explore the backs of Concepción, where you can take a short walk or swim. Return trip to Santa Cruz. Arrival at Marriott Hotel. (B) (L)