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Visit Colombia's First Wonder: the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá (180 meters underground), and the birthplace of the "El Dorado" legend, the Sacred Lagoon of Guatavita. A full-day tour (11-12 hours) combining underground architecture, Muisca mysticism, and history, with door-to-door transport from Bogotá.
What to expect
Pick up at Hotel/Hostel in Bogotá
Door-to-door pickup at your accommodation and transfer to the northern part of the city.
1 HourSalt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
Guided tour 180m underground. Includes the Via Crucis, the dome, the Light Show, Salt Museum, 3D Movie, and use of the audio guide.
2 Hours 30 MinutesHistoric Center of Zipaquirá and Lunch
Panoramic tour of the town center of Zipaquirá. Free time for lunch (lunch not included).
1 Hour 30 MinutesTransfer to Guatavita
Trip to the Sacred Lagoon area.
1 HourSacred Lagoon of Guatavita
Guided hike to the top of the lagoon. Explore the stories of the Muiscas and the legend of El Dorado.
3 Hours 30 MinutesReturn to Bogotá
Transfer back to Bogotá and drop-off at your hotel/hostel.
3 HoursWhat you should know
What to bring
- Water or Hydration (in a reusable bottle)
- Comfortable Footwear (to walk 2.5 km in total)
- Comfortable Clothing (the temperature in the mine can be cool)
- Identity Document or Passport
Not allowed
- Wheelchairs, Baby Strollers (limited accessibility)
- People with Limited Mobility
- Single-use Plastic (recommended not to bring)
- Smoking inside the Cathedral or the Lagoon
Important information
- Duration: 11 to 12 hours (Full Day)
- Minimum Participants: 2 people
What is included
- Private Round-Trip Transportation (Hotel/Hostel pickup and drop-off)
- Entrance to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
- Entrance to the Guatavita Lagoon Park
- Audio guide in the Mine (Spanish, English, French, Portuguese, Italian)
- Guide/Driver + Bilingual Guide (for groups > 4)
- Visit to the Cathedral (Light Show, Brine Museum, 3D Movie)
- Tour at the Guatavita Lagoon
- Panoramic Tour of the Historic Center of Zipaquirá
What is not included
- Lunch, Drinks, Food, or Souvenirs
- Extra Tickets not Specified
- Exclusive Guide (this is a shared tour)
Location
Bogotá: Bogotá, Colombia
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