Overview
Enjoy a guided tour Zipaquirá Salt Mine Cathedral, Lake Guatavita, and Guatavitá city.
Escape the bustle of Bogotá and descend 590 ft (180 m) below ground to the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, a world like no other. Begin your journey early with a pickup from your Bogotá accommodation. Explore the cathedral's ancient tunnels as a guide shares its 250-million-year history. After returning to the surface, enjoy a walking tour of Zipaquirá’s charming colonial center, including the Plaza de la Independencia and one of Colombia’s oldest churches.
Next, head to Lake Guatavita, the legendary birthplace of El Dorado, where you'll trek through a nature reserve, learning about the Musicas Indians and the region's golden myths. Finally, visit the picturesque town of Guatavitá, capturing stunning photos of its whitewashed colonial buildings by the Tomine Dam.
Duration: 10 hours
ProviderBnB Colombia Tours
Location
Br.Atenas, Bogotá, Colombia
Meeting Point
- Pick up from select Bogota accommodations
Please Note - The map shows the general location of the experience. See booking confirmation email for specific location and arrival instructions.
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