What to do and see in Cundinamarca Department, Cundinamarca Department: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Discover the beauty of Colombia’s Laguna de Guatavita (Lake Guatavita) on this half-day trip from Bogotá! Learn the history of the El Dorado legend, which originated at this once-sacred lake, and explore the scenic shores with an expert guide.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide, Guatavita Natural Reserve ticket.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Explore the man-made wonder created by salt miners as a prove of devotion, in a private daytrip to Zipaquirá, next to a local expert, to understand the relevance of the Salt for the people & cultures who have been inhabiting the city since pre-Columbian times.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Snacks, Travel Insurance, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Entrances fees with VIP access tickets

Exclusions: Non-specified meals, drinks, services & attractions., Gratuities, Lunch

it is a personalized tour, our travelers have the possibility to choose how many stops they prefer to admire the landscapes and take photos. We picking up the travelers in their place of stay in comfortable premium category vehicles, and we will begin our journey through one of the most iconic roads in the city.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Tickets to all the sites

Exclusions: Food service is not included in this tour, Lunch, Snacks

In Zipaquirá, 50 kilometers coming out from the northside of Bogotá, is the largest salt mine in Colombia. Although the mines date back to the time of the Muiscas, primitive inhabitants of the region have been intensively exploited, they continue to have enormous reserves. In the heart of the mountain, an underground salt cathedral was dug, in what constitutes a monumental work of engineering, architecture, and design. The huge interior can be 25 meters high, with a capacity of 10,000 people. It is the most visited tourist attraction in Colombia.

Inclusions: Deléitate con un almuerzo artesanal de temporada., All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Indigenous economy activities, religious, art, and other determined the settlement of the Spanish and the foundation of Bogotá. In this tour you will understand the relation between the nature, the salt, the Dorado Legend, the Salt Cathedral, Gold Museum, the gold, the cooper and the Bogota population. Since we met, I began to explain some general details about Bogotá, then when we leave the city I will speak about the valley around the city, I will provide information about the original indigenous habitants called “ Muiscas” , their customs, some of their words and how all this heritage is included now in our society and in our food. We will meet a guide of the lake that speaks about the native culture and will explain why is so popular the Dorado Legend?, we will discuss the meaning of this ceremony. We will feel the mystic of the place, its energy and the relationship between nature and this space. In Guatavita town we will enjoy architecture, food, deserts and also handicrafts shopping. In Zipaquira I will speak some details of the Salt Cathedral and I will conduct the traveler to the underground Cathedral, this construction is unique because of its magnificence, the content of every sculpture, the representation of the way to the cross and the cross.

Inclusions: Private transportation, During the tour I lend binoculars and raincoats, Entrance to the Guatavita Lake, Entrance to the Salt Cathedral, Audioguide included only for this attraction, Colombian candies of different regions like Santander, Boyacá., Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Soda/Pop

Have you heard about El Dorado? Without a guided tour of Lake Guatavita, you might miss out on some of the history and legends that make the area so much more than a beautiful destination. So, leave the city for a while and join us and our expert guide on this day trip to explore New Guatavita town and learn why the old town was flooded and rebuilt in this beautiful hike to Lake Guatavita. Enjoy fresh, natural and stunning landscapes. • A full day trip away from the city rush • Guided tour of the Lake Guatavita • Retelling of local legends and ancestral myths such as El Dorado • Visit the town of New Guatavita • A traditional lunch in town (you can choose it to be included)

Inclusions: Gran Colombia Tours Guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Entry to Lake Guatavita, Lunch (Optional), All-risk insurance

Exclusions: Extra purchases, Breakfast

Enjoy the first architectural wonder of Colombia: The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and discover the main squares of this colonial city. Then let yourself be amazed by Bogota, a vibrant cultural, historical and heritage metropolis.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Bilingual Guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Tips (optional)

If you want to have an interesting and magical experience, being in this place will be wonderful. It is considered the First Wonder in Colombia because its structure is made all with Salt. Have you been in a building entirely made of salt before? Here you will be in one, and besides to how wonderful it is to feel the power of nature and the legacy of Latin American architecture, you will have the opportunity to feel a spiritual experience. Regardless of your religion, here you can connect with the greater forces of the nature and, if it is your style, you will ask yourself questions about the world's great mysteries. If you really want to enjoy and tell a lifetime experience, this is your place!

Inclusions: Transportation roundtrip / Spanish driver, Audio guide at attraction (We recommend you to bring your own headphones with audio jack), Entrance Fee - Salt Cathedral (Fast track), Insurance, Free time - 1h (Lunch or visit the town), Customer Support 24 Hours

Exclusions: Lunch

This is undoubtedly one of the best combinations of tourist attractions near Bogotá; the day begins with a visit to the Guatavita Lake, famous for being the place where the Muiscas performed the ritual that gave rise to the legend of El Dorado; this place possesses an overwhelming beauty that can only be understood when visiting it. Then, cross the savannah to reach the municipality of Zipaquirá; you will know the First Wonder of Colombia, the Salt Cathedral, one of those places that you will not want to miss when coming to Colombia. Our Travel agency is certified with Covid Protocols and has Check In and Safe Travels Stamp. Drivers, guides and attractions visited are also checked before and during the tour. ** At the moment (2021+) Guatavita doesn't have guides in English, you can take the tour in Spanish.

Inclusions: Transportation Roundtrip, Audio guide (ES/EN), Entrance Fees (Guatavita Lagoon - Salt Cathedral), Fast track in Salt Cathedral (We recommend you to bring your own headphones with audio jack), Insurance, Time for lunch , Biosecurity Kit

Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks

The Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral is not like other churches. Descend hundreds of feet underground to explore this unique creation which was carved into the walls and ceiling of an abandoned salt mine. Explore the dimly lit tunnels along wide pathways as a bilingual guide explains the history and significance of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral. This half-day cultural tour is perfect for the whole family.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bilingual guide in your language of preference (English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French), Salt Cathedral entry ticket

Exclusions: Optional tips and gratuities, Food and beverages, Personal expenses