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Discover the two most popular tourist attractions around Bogota on this full-day tour: the Salt Cathedral—First Wonder in Colombia, which is known as the Jewel of Modern Architecture. And the Guatavita Lake, where the El Dorado Legend was born. It is the most enduring legend in South America related to gold, indigenous history, and the astonishing Andean mountain range.
✓ Enjoy the flexibility of choosing from 2 tour options thoroughly-designed to meet your interests and needs.
Your Hotel/Hostel/AIRB&B or the El Dorado International Airport (Google Map)
8:00 a.m.
A guided tour to the famous Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake is the easiest way to visit the two must-see tourist destinations around Bogota.
Enjoy a hassle-free experience on a full-day tour with a savvy guide that lets you in on the fascinating history of the pre-Colombian times. Stroll through the jewel of modern architecture.
Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Andean Savannah and mountain range. Enjoy the colonial architecture and local gastronomy.
We’ll meet at 8:00 a.m. at your hotel. Listen as your guide allows you insights into the city (premium option), and the local culture while enjoying the urban landscape, and the scenery of the Andean Savannah outside Bogota.
Upon reaching Guativa Natural Park (basic option), your driver will provide you with the tickets, and some instructions so you can meet later. He/she will be waiting for about 2 hours.
Stroll through cobbled streets and gaze at the captivating colonial architecture of the town, whose construction is all about the El Dorado legend. (Premium option)
Start your hike at the Chuzua—Indigenous ceremonial house. Hike through the Andean woods up to the lake at the top of the mountain. Hear in-depth commentary on the biodiversity and the Indigenous culture as your guide lets you in on its enthralling history. Upon reaching the top, take in the views and scenery of the lake from there (10,170 ft high), while enjoying its magical colors—a result of sedimentation on ancient rocks, that seem to be alive.
After the hike at Guatavita Park, head over to Zipaquira town to enjoy the local gastronomy at a typical restaurant.
Stroll through over 2 km of tunnels of a former salt mine as your guide/audio-guide allows you insights into the carving of the 14 chapels connected by an illuminated labyrinth. Its lighting creates a ravishing experience that is almost magical—even for non-religious people. Hear in-depth commentary on the Cathedral’s enthralling architecture, history, and cultural value. Gaze at the exceptional design of the marble sculptures carved by an Italian artist.
Finally, enjoy the captivating reflecting effect produced by the Water Mirrors and the Lighting Show.
On the way back to Bogota, listen to your guide as he/she shares fun facts about the current Colombian culture while enjoying the Andean savannah. (Premium option)
Finally, we will leave you in the comfort of your hotel in the afternoon hours—or the El Dorado international airport.
Bogota – Nemocon
Enter Directly With Voucher
Min People: 2
Min Age: 3+
Bogota – Guatavita
Enter Directly With Voucher
Min People: 2
Min Age: 3+