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Potosi: Cerro Rico of Potosí Silver Mine Guided Tour

By Intrepid Travel Bolivia
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is €25 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Descend into the legendary Cerro Rico of Potosi and journey through centuries of Bolivian mining history. Our expert-guided tours offer a unique and profound insight into the lives of the miners, past and present, who have shaped this iconic silver mountain.
Witness first-hand the challenging conditions and the incredible resilience of those who extract the mineral wealth from the earth. Explore dimly lit tunnels, learn about traditional mining techniques, and gain a powerful understanding of the sacrifices and triumphs woven into the fabric of Potosí.
This isn't just a tour; it's an immersive experience that connects you directly to the heartbeat of Bolivia's mining heritage in a real cooperative mine. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure that is both educational and deeply moving.

  • Choose either english or spanish speaking guide.
  • Choose either private tour or shared tour.
  • Included all transport, fees & mining security equipment (helmet, lamp, jacket, overpants and boots).

Activity location

  • Mercado Minero
    • Villa Imperial de Potosí, Departamento de Potosí, Bolivia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chuquisaca 460
    • 460 Chuquisaca
    • Villa Imperial de Potosí, Departamento de Potosí, Bolivia

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Tour Minas guia en Español

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Spanish

Tour Minas guia en Español: Tour a Minas de Plata de Potosi en un grupo compartido en idioma Español

Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€25.42 x 1 Adult€25.42
Total
Price is €25.42

Private Silver Mine Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Private Silver Mine Tour: Private Potosí Silver Mines Tour with an English/Spanish-speaking guide

Price details
€37.69 x 1 Adult€37.69
Total
Price is €37.69

Shared Mine Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Shared Mine Tour in English: Potosí Silver Mines Tour in a shared group with an english-speaking guide

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€27.17 x 1 Adult€27.17
Total
Price is €27.17

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Mining equipment. helmet, boots, rucksack, jacket, overpants
  • Inclusions
    Specialised Bilingual Tour Guide
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Public transport
  • Exclusions
    Meals
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Gifts for miners

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Mercado Minero

  • 15m
After taking mining equipment, our first stop y Mercado Minero. Miners before enter to work to the mines, they buy food and mining issues

Potosi Underground Mine

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Most of the tour is go inside an active mine. You will get shocked with mining conditions as spanish colonial times. Tio and Pachamama traditions. It is possible to talk with miners

Location

Activity location

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    Mercado Minero
    • Villa Imperial de Potosí, Departamento de Potosí, Bolivia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Chuquisaca 460
    • 460 Chuquisaca
    • Villa Imperial de Potosí, Departamento de Potosí, Bolivia

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