Guatavita Zipaquirá Group Tour

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Duración: 12 Horas

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Bogotá to discover two of Colombia`s most fascinating treasures: the sacred Guatavita Lagoon and the imposing Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral. Throughout this group experience, you will walk along ancestral trails of the Chingaza Natural Park, exploring the mysteries of the legend of El Dorado and connecting with the mystical landscape of the Andean moorland.

After the encounter with history and nature, the day continues in Zipaquirá, where you will marvel at a unique work of art. world: a cathedral carved in the depths of a salt mine. This tour is ideal for those who want to experience the indigenous, natural, and spiritual soul of Colombia in a single day.

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Descripción del Tour:

The day begins very early in the morning with our meeting at the reported points:

07:00 AM: Departure from the Parque de los Periodistas in La Candelaria.

8:00 AM: Meet the rest of the group at the second meeting point: Parque de la 93. From here we will depart towards Guatavita.

11:00 AM: Arrival in Guatavita. We will begin the hike to the Guatavita Lagoon, located within the Chingaza Natural Park. Accompanied by our expert guide, you will walk the trails that surround the sacred lagoon and learn more about the legend of El Dorado and the Muisca culture.

According to legend, the Guatavita Lagoon was the site of a sacred ceremony performed by the Muisca indigenous people in which they She would immerse the chief in the water along with offerings of gold and emeralds. The ceremony was performed to honor the goddess of fertility and abundance, and it was believed that the chief would emerge from the water purified and blessed by the goddess.

At this point, you will be able to connect with nature, the wild and mystical páramo climate and enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the Andes.

02:30 PM: From Guatavita we will head towards the city of Zipaquirá, once we arrive at our destination, we will have free time for lunch (lunch not included).

04:00 PM: Arrival at the Zapaquirá Salt Cathedral. You will learn the history behind this impressive work of architecture and mining. The tour of the cathedral will be free with an audio guide and you will be able to explore the various chapels and spaces for meditation and reflection.

You will learn about the history of salt mining in the region and how the Salt Cathedral was built.

6:00 PM: We will return to the town of Zipaquiráwhere you will be able tolearn a little about the local culture of this picturesque town, its beautiful colonial square and the old train station. You will have free time to have a coffee or buy souvenirsin the local craft shops.

08:00 PM: Arrival at Parque de la 93. Disembarkation of the first travelers.

08:30 PM: Arrival at La Candelaria. End of our activity.

* Note: Schedules may vary slightly depending on traffic and weather conditions. The itinerary may be modified to suit the needs of the group or circumstances.

Lo que SI incluye:

* Roundtrip transportation from meeting points * Bilingual Spanish/English coordinator * Entrance to Guatavita Lake * Local guide, expert in Guatavita Lake * Entrance to the Salt Cathedral (no waiting in line) * Audio guide at the Salt Cathedral (available in Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian, and German) * Free time to explore the Salt Cathedral (2 hours) * Free time for lunch and to visit the town of Zipaquirá (1 hour) * Medical assistance card

Lo que NO incluye:

* Hotel pickup and drop-off * Guide during the visit to the Salt Cathedral * Lunch * Extras not mentioned * Tips

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