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Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and Village and Lake Guatavita Day Trip
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Duration
10 hours
Meeting point
Gran Colombia Tours, Carrera 3 #11-32, Bogotá.
Languages
English, French
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From €69
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
Cancel for free up to 24 hours. We price match.
Overview
Begin this day trip by visiting with us the fabulous Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá. Walkthrough its salty halls filled with catholic symbolism with one of our expert guides and learn their curious history. Did you know an old salt empire once stood here?
Then, come with us to New Guatavita, where you can learn of the curious history of the town and its ties to the legend of El Dorado. Follow this with lunch with an amazing view of the Tominé reservoir before venturing into Guatavita’s Natural Park. Here you’ll learn of the cultural significance of the lake and the characteristics of this peculiar ecosystem before heading back to Bogotá.
Finally, rest your feet and take one visit around the quaint little town before heading back to Bogotá.
Highlights:
- History of the Zipa empire and its salt mines
- History of the construction of the Salt Cathedral
- Guided tour of the Salt Cathedral and its religious symbolism
- Retelling of the ancestral myths and legends of Lake Guatavita
- Guided visit of the natural park
- Visit the town of New Guatavita, its people and its history
- A lesson of fauna and flora local
- History of local indigenous folklore
Then, come with us to New Guatavita, where you can learn of the curious history of the town and its ties to the legend of El Dorado. Follow this with lunch with an amazing view of the Tominé reservoir before venturing into Guatavita’s Natural Park. Here you’ll learn of the cultural significance of the lake and the characteristics of this peculiar ecosystem before heading back to Bogotá.
Finally, rest your feet and take one visit around the quaint little town before heading back to Bogotá.
Highlights:
- History of the Zipa empire and its salt mines
- History of the construction of the Salt Cathedral
- Guided tour of the Salt Cathedral and its religious symbolism
- Retelling of the ancestral myths and legends of Lake Guatavita
- Guided visit of the natural park
- Visit the town of New Guatavita, its people and its history
- A lesson of fauna and flora local
- History of local indigenous folklore
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This activity includes:
- Salt Cathedral
- Lake Guatavita
- Gran Colombia Tours Guide
- Private transportation for your group
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transport from Bogotá to Zipaquirá
- Entry to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
- Salt Cathedral Guided Tour
- Transport from Zipaquirá to Guatavita
- Entry to Guatavita Natural Park
- Guided visit of the Guatavita Natural Park
- Transport from Guatavita to Bogotá
- All-risks insurance
On arrival
We pick up you from any hotel/hostel in Bogotá.
Please contact us to arrange the pick-up.
Things to note
Guatavita Lake is closed every Monday
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Extra purchases
Lunch not included: you can choose from a variety of restaurants in the area (our guide will help you pick).
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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