2-Day Tour of Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira and Villa de Leyva
In this two-day trip you will discover the authentic beauty of our small towns.
On the first day you will visit Colombia’s number one marvel: a cathedral carved out of an enormous salt mine, and the Sisga Dam, with stunning views of the surrounding nature. Then you will be headed to Villa de Leyva, a beautiful cobblestoned heritage old town. On the second day you will have enough time to discover its best places and you will end this trip by visiting Raquira, the pottery capital of Colombia.
• A guided tour around the main halls at the salt mine and the historical landmarks of the construction of the cathedral
• Stopping at the Sisga Dam and Raquira town of crafts
• Villa de Leyva best places: Paleontological museum, main square and Pozos Azules
• Two days full of diverse and fun experiences
ItineraryDay 1: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira Stop At: Catedral De Sal De Zipaquira, Carrera 6 Calle 1 Parque De La Sal, Zipaquira 250252 Colombia
Our trip will start in your hotel, where our guide and the driver will pick you up and drive you for over an hour to Zipaquira, the town that holds the only underground catholic temple in the world: the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. Here, you will be guided through the salty halls of the mine, filled with catholic symbolism, and you will learn their curious history.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Puente de Boyaca Puente De Boyaca, Km 110 Bogota - Tunja, Ventaquemada, Boyaca Colombia
You will jump to the Sisga Dam and Puente de Boyacá, where you will have the chance to relax over the views of the Dam and its surrounding mountains. After a short stop there, you will be headed to Villa de Leyva, one of the heritage small towns of Colombia. Once here, you will be able to rest and prepare again for day two.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Villa de Leyva, Villa de Leyva, Boyaca Department
You will be headed to Villa de Leyva, one of the heritage small towns of Colombia. Once here, you will be able to rest and prepare again for day two.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at 4 stars hotel
Day 2: Villa de Leyva Day Stop At: Museo Paleontologico de Villa de Leyva, Km 1.5 Via Arcabuco, Villa de Leyva Colombia
On the second day you will explore Villa de Leyva, which has some of the most well-preserved colonial architecture in the country, making it rich in history, archeology, and surrounded by striking natural beauty.
Along the day, you will be visiting the Paleontological Museum, as the valley where Villa de Leyva is located is rich in fossils from the Cretaceous era.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pozos Azules, Carretera Villa de Leyva, Villa de Leyva Colombia
Then, we will hike deeper into the hills to Pozos Azules. These mineral-rich pools reflect a blue-green sky on a clear day: a wonderful contrast to the surrounding semi-desert and pine-forests.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Raquira, Raquira, Boyaca Department
Finally, the last town you will be visiting is Raquira, a cozy small place known for its pottery handcrafts. Then, you will be taking your way back to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Bring comfortable waterproof hiking footwear and a cane if you need it"
"Bring a light bag with comfortable clothes. Remember you will be walking with it."
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Don’t forget your camera"
"Bring comfortable shoes and water"
"Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen"
"The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 2 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick-up our clients anywhere within Bogotá city - hotels, hostels, accommodations, vacation rentals, points of interest, and also at El Dorado International airport.
Airports- Eldorado Airport, Bogota Colombia
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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