Guatavita Lagoon and Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour

10 to 11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

This tour is designed so that you can enjoy two perspectives that come together in history on pre-Columbian cultures such as the Muiscas who traded in the salt they extracted from Zipaquirá, since this was one of the main elements in their economy and on the other hand in the lagoon of Guatavita was celebrated the coronation of the new Zipa in the form of a payment to their Gods and start their reign, the famous LEGEND OF GOLDEN. All this accompanied by the best guides and services that will give added value to your experience.

What's Included

Lunch
Medical insurance during the tour
Entrance Tickets Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon
Private transport

Meeting and pickup

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

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Our departure starts from Bogota, where we will leave from your point of choice. Transfers to Guatavita, depending on the traffic leaving Bogota, may vary. 2 hours, but during this journey we will stop at the place the client wants to take photos

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Inspired by an upside-down house in Austria, it is a two-story construction designed so travelers can experience the world upside down for a moment

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Guatavita

    We will visit the beautiful colorful and colonial town of the new Guatavita, where we will find a Spanish-style colonial architecture on the banks of the Tominé Dam, where the old Guatavita has been submerged since 1967. 20 minutes, for a short tour and beautiful photos. Admission is free

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Laguna de Guatavita

    When you arrive, you will know this magical place, symbol of the legend of the golden and in company with a native guide of the area you will walk for approximately 90 minutes learning about its history and importance and then reach a viewpoint where you can contemplate not only the lagoon but also the beautiful and exotic Colombian landscapes. Note: Laguna de Guatavita hours: From 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The first working day of each week the park is NOT open to the public and the last entrance to the lagoon is at !pm 2 hours , Entrance fee included

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5

    We will have a short stop to admire the Spanish and colonial architecture that is present in Zipaquirá and of course in its two main squares such as the main square of the city where its main church is located, a construction made of stone and whose architecture is imposing on said site, and the Independence Square where you will understand the history of La Gran Colombia and the countries that formed it, a must to increase your photo gallery collection of this wonderful visit to the first wonder of Colombia

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    In this place you can have lunch a typical food of our Colombia. Note: This is the restaurant of choice for the company with a wide variety of typical dishes, however, depending on the capacity, the restaurant can be changed. We also offer vegetarian menu 2 hours, Entrance fee included

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Catedral De Sal

    Later, you will be transferred to Zipaquirá, a 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 where the Cathedral of Sal is located. Upon entering the Cathedral of Salt of Zipaquirá you will live a unique experience, descending 180 meters underground through the tunnels with different stops representing the stations of the viacrucis, you will arrive at the only underground temple in the world and second most impressive place of worship on the planet. 2 hours, Entrance fee included

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 7

    We will return from Zipaquirá to Bogotá and we will leave you at your starting point. 2 hours .

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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