Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita from Bogota (Private Tour)

Highlights

  • Get to know Colombia through food with a provided lunch in Zipaquirá

  • Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included

  • A private guide and vehicle ensure a personalized experience

Summary

After being picked up at your hotel, head to Zipaquirá to explore the city’s Salt Cathedral. In Zipaquirá, learn about the history of salt in Colombia from your guide, while wandering around the underground Roman Catholic church that’s carved into the walls and ceiling of an abandoned salt mine. Then, enjoy a traditional Colombian lunch (vegetarian option available) in a local eatery in Zipaquirá, known as the “City of Salt.” Afterward, visit the town of Guatavitá and observation of the reservoir of Tominé. Following that, head to Lake Guatavita where your guide shares the legend of El Dorado and explains the significance of the green lagoon for Muisca Indians. Your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration
9 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Explore two highlights outside of Bogota, Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita, on this guided all-day tour from Bogota, which includes roundtrip transport. In addition to exploring subterranean Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, enjoy a visit to the city of Zipaquirá for a traditional Colombian lunch. At Lake Guatavita, a crater lake known for its green color, learn about its connection to the legend of El Dorado.

What’s included?

  • Lunch

  • Audioguide in the Salt Cathedral

  • English guide on ride (optional)

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Private tour (if option selected)

  • Entry/Admission - Laguna de Guatavita

  • Entry/Admission - Catedral de Sal de Zipaquirá

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

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Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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