Private Tour to the Laguna de Guatavita + Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá

3.0
(2 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

You will get to know 2 fabulous places, one symbol of the legend of El Dorado and the other the first wonder of Colombia in our ALL INCLUSIVE tour.

From your place of lodging you will be transferred to the magical Laguna de Guatavita located in Sesquilé. Where accompanied by the native guide, you will walk learning about its history and importance to get to the viewpoint where you will contemplate the lagoon and exotic landscapes.

Then you will be transferred to Zipaquirá, a municipality declared historical and cultural heritage for its architecture and for keeping the history of our ancestors, where you will enjoy a typical lunch and contemplate its colonial beauty touring its historic center.

In the Cathedral of Sal you will live a unique experience, descending 180 meters underground through tunnels with stops representing Stations of the Cross you will reach the only underground temple in the world and the second most impressive place on the planet.

Note: The lagoon does NOT open on Mondays. (Or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday).

What's Included

Private transportation service to and from your place of lodging in Bogotá
All Fees and Taxes
Medical insurance during the tour
Bilingual guide during the tour (Spanish - English) and audio guide within the Cathedral of Sal.
Typical Colombian lunch
Income to the Laguna de Guatavita and Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

El Dorado Airport in Bogotá. All hotels, houses and apartments located in Bogotá.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Laguna de Guatavita

    The tour starts from your hotel or place of lodging in Bogotá and you will be transferred to Sesquilé, a municipality located approximately 75 km northeast of Bogotá, where Laguna de Guatavita is located. Upon arrival, you will get to know this place full of magic, symbol of the legend of the dorado and in the company of a native guide of the area you will walk for approximately 25 minutes learning about its history and importance and then arrive at a viewpoint where you can contemplate not only the lagoon but also the beautiful and exotic Colombian landscapes.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Municipality declared historical and cultural heritage of Colombia for its colonial architecture and being a place full of the history of our indigenous ancestors, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical lunch and you will have the opportunity to take a short tour of its historic center.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Catedral De Sal

    Upon entering the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira you will live a unique experience, descending 180 meters underground through the tunnels with different stops representing the Stations of the Cross, you will reach the only underground temple in the world and the second most impressive place on the planet.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Colombia Tours and Travel

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Religious Tours
Car Tours
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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