Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita: tickets included

4.9 (106 reviews) Bogotá, Colombia
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Duration10h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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

Options

Private Tour without lunch

Without lunch
Pickup included

Shared Tour

Without lunch and guide: Hotel pick-up and drop-off and entrance to the Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake
Pickup included

Private Tour with lunch

Pickup included

What's included

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

What to expect

  1. Catedral De Sal
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Explore the depth of an amazing cathedral carved out of an enormous salt mine!
  2. Laguna de Guatavita
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Learn about the legend of El Dorado and enjoy the amazing landscapes of Lake Guatavita.
  3. 2h
    Guided visti to New Guatavita town
  4. Zipaquira
    20m
    Zipaquira Town is home to the Salt Cathedral where our adventure takes place
  5. Guatavita
    Pass by
    Guatavita Town is home to the Lake where our adventure takes place

Meeting and pickup

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.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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 and guide. 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

Cancellation policy

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

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