Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita: Private or Shared

4.9
(82 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

On the outskirts of Bogotá, there are two beautiful old towns that are worth visiting: Zipaquira and Guatavita. Come with us and explore its treasures with this two-in-one day trip. First, explore the halls of the Salt Cathedral, the only underground catholic church in the world. Then, venture into Guatavita’s natural park to learn about its cultural significance, as well as the legend of El Dorado. Choose a private or shared option.

• A full-day adventure outside Bogota city
• A guided tour at the salt mine and the lake (private options)
• A history lesson on indigenous cultures and its transition to Catholicism through salt
• Retelling of local legends, ancestral myths and indigenous folklore

What's Included

Entry to Lake Guatavita
Entry to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
All-risk insurance
Lunch (Optional) - Menu of the day available at the restaurant
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Tours Guide
Extra purchases
Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

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

We pick-up our clients anywhere within Bogota city - hotels, hostels, Airbnb, vacation rentals, points of interest, and also at El Dorado International airport.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Catedral De Sal

    Explore the depth of an amazing cathedral carved out of an enormous salt mine!

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Laguna de Guatavita

    Learn about the legend of El Dorado and enjoy the amazing landscapes of Lake Guatavita.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Guided visti to New Guatavita town

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Zipaquira Town is home to the Salt Cathedral where our adventure takes place

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Guatavita (Pass by)

    Guatavita Town is home to the Lake where our adventure takes place

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you have a layover in Bogotá please select the airport as a pick-up point for the layover tour.
  • The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements.
  • This tour offers a shared option without lunch. It includes pick-up and drop-off at your lodging, entrance to the Cathedral and Guatavita Lake, and risk insurance. A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate. If only one person books and the minimum is not met, the customer will be offered either a change of date or a 100% refund
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Excellent Quality
Top Product
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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