Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
In this two-day trip you will discover the authentic beauty of our small towns.
On the first day you will visit Colombia’s number one marvel: a cathedral carved out of an enormous salt mine, and the Sisga Dam, with stunning views of the surrounding nature. Then you will be headed to Villa de Leyva, a beautiful cobblestoned heritage old town. On the second day you will have enough time to discover its best places and you will end this trip by visiting Raquira, the pottery capital of Colombia.
• A guided tour around the main halls at the salt mine and the historical landmarks of the construction of the cathedral
• Stopping at the Sisga Dam and Raquira town of crafts
• Villa de Leyva best places: Paleontological museum, main square and Pozos Azules
• Two days full of diverse and fun experiences
What's included
One night at 3 stars hotel and breakfast.
Entrance all activities
All-risk Insurance
Lunch
Breakfast
Gran Colombia Tours Guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Dinners
Extra Purchase
What to expect
Day 1: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira
Catedral De Sal
2h · Admission ticket included
Our trip will start in your hotel, where our guide and the driver will pick you up and drive you for over an hour to Zipaquira, the town that holds the only underground catholic temple in the world: the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. Here, you will be guided through the salty halls of the mine, filled with catholic symbolism, and you will learn their curious history.
Puente de Boyaca
20m
You will jump to the Sisga Dam and Puente de Boyacá, where you will have the chance to relax over the views of the Dam and its surrounding mountains. After a short stop there, you will be headed to Villa de Leyva, one of the heritage small towns of Colombia. Once here, you will be able to rest and prepare again for day two.
Villa de Leyva
8h
You will be headed to Villa de Leyva, one of the heritage small towns of Colombia. Once here, you will be able to rest and prepare again for day two.
Day 2: Villa de Leyva Day
Museo Paleontologico de Villa de Leyva
1h · Admission ticket included
On the second day you will explore Villa de Leyva, which has some of the most well-preserved colonial architecture in the country, making it rich in history, archeology, and surrounded by striking natural beauty.
Along the day, you will be visiting the Paleontological Museum, as the valley where Villa de Leyva is located is rich in fossils from the Cretaceous era.
Pozos Azules
2h · Admission ticket included
Then, we will hike deeper into the hills to Pozos Azules. These mineral-rich pools reflect a blue-green sky on a clear day: a wonderful contrast to the surrounding semi-desert and pine-forests.
Raquira
1h
Finally, the last town you will be visiting is Raquira, a cozy small place known for its pottery handcrafts. Then, you will be taking your way back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick-up our clients anywhere within Bogotá city - hotels, hostels, accommodations, vacation rentals, points of interest, and also at El Dorado International airport.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring comfortable waterproof hiking footwear and a cane if you need it
Bring a light bag with comfortable clothes. Remember you will be walking with it.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Don’t forget your camera
Bring comfortable shoes and water
Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
