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Breaking Borders: Bogota Gansters Story
$125.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
What if you could see a side of Bogotá that the guidebooks won't show you? Just steps away from the bustling Plaza de Bolívar and El Chorro de Quevedo—the birthplace of the city—lies a neighborhood that holds some of Bogotá's most powerful secrets. Here, history comes alive on the streets rather than in a museum. On this exclusive, private tour, you will gain access to a community that most travelers never see. This isn't about seeking danger; it's about finding hope and resilience where you least expect it.
Highlights
- Go behind the historic center to witness a community's transformation.
- Get exclusive access to a neighborhood few travelers see.
- Led by former gang members who transformed their lives.
- Discover the flavor of "chicha", a traditional Colombian alcoholic beverage.
- This tour directly supports a local community project.
Highlights
- Go behind the historic center to witness a community's transformation.
- Get exclusive access to a neighborhood few travelers see.
- Led by former gang members who transformed their lives.
- Discover the flavor of "chicha", a traditional Colombian alcoholic beverage.
- This tour directly supports a local community project.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Without Transport
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Private transportation to and from your hotel (with transportation option)
- Personal guide from the Egipto neighborhood
- Local snack and traditional "chicha" drink
- Bilingual expert guide (English, Spanish)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Optional tips and gratuities
- Lunch
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting point
If option selected is without transport, the meeting point is the Chorro de Quevedo, in front of the small chapel in Bogotá
Return details
If option selected is without transport, the meeting point is the Chorro de Quevedo, in front of the small chapel in Bogotá
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Caminata Por El Chorro De QuevedoBegin your journey at Chorro de Quevedo in La Candelaria, the birthplace of Bogotá. Meet your guide and learn about the remarkable Breaking Borders initiative. Wander through streets where captivating murals tell the story of Egipto's transformation from a dangerous past to a hopeful future, thanks to the power of tourism. Hear inspiring stories of how former gang members are reshaping their lives and their community. You’ll meet your guide at Chorro Quevedo in La Candelaria, the founding place of Bogotá. There you will learn about the project before heading to Nuestra Señora de Egipto, the church located at the entrance of Barrio Egipto. This is also the scene for the festivities on the 6th of January. All along the way, you will be able to see the history of the people illustrated in impressive graffiti art. Your guide will let you in on the meanings and stories behind these murals.
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Climb the hills of Egipto and explore a community that, despite ongoing challenges, is rich in culture and hope. Visit the Iglesia de Egipto and the new community football field, a symbol of the neighborhood's progress and commitment to its youth. Discover how this field plays a vital role in the transformation of the area's social fabric.
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Breaking Borders: Bogota Gansters Story
$125.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!