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Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Lake Tour: Towns + Meals

Location Bogotá, Colombia
$225.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

✨This experience isn’t just a tour — it’s a cultural immersion through Colombia’s heart. From the sacred Muisca legends at Guatavita Lagoon to the majesty of the Salt Cathedral, you’ll travel across centuries of indigenous, colonial, and republican history.
Along the scenic route, our bilingual guides share stories about Bogotá’s surroundings, rural life, and the transformation of these Andean landscapes.
Enjoy Colombian breakfast and lunch in traditional eateries, supporting local communities.
️ Stroll through the towns of Guatavita and Zipaquirá, meet artisans, admire colonial architecture, and soak in the Andean energy.
Step inside Colombia’s First Wonder — the Salt Cathedral — and be amazed by its underground beauty.
We don't rush through landmarks — we connect you with the soul of Colombia.
✨ You’ll also enjoy scenic countryside views, cultural insights during transit, and meaningful conversations with our passionate team. Every kilometer tells a story.
Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Lake Tour: Towns + Meals
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Coffee and/or tea
  • ️ ️Traditional Colombian breakfast
  • Professional bilingual tour guide
  • Entry tickets to Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Lagoon
  • Private transportation from the meeting point. Hotel pickup and drop-off not included — available upon request for an additional cost, depending on location.
  • Light snacks during the journey
  • Personal expenses or items not explicitly mentioned
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off not included (available upon request)

Meeting point
Meeting Point The Cranky Croc Hostel Cl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá, Colombia Instructions Once you arrive at the hostel, go to the reception desk and let them know you are here for The Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Lake Tour. Our guide will meet you there.
Return details
Meeting Point The Cranky Croc Hostel Cl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá, Colombia Instructions Once you arrive at the hostel, go to the reception desk and let them know you are here for The Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Lake Tour. Our guide will meet you there.

  • ➕ Flexible Route Start – Depending on Conditions Our tour may begin in either Zipaquirá or Guatavita depending on road conditions, traffic, and guide logistics. This ensures we optimize the route for comfort and timing throughout the day. Order may change | Admission not required | ⏳ No extra time added (pass by)
  • Meeting & Travel Time – 2 hours We start the day at The Cranky Croc Hostel, located at Cl. 12d #3-56, La Candelaria, Bogotá. From this meeting point, we travel by private vehicle approximately 2 hours to reach the first destination. Meeting location only | ⏳ Drive time: 2 hours (pass by)
  • Guatavita
    Begin your journey in the beautiful white town of Guatavita, nestled in the Cundinamarca highlands. Enjoy a traditional Colombian breakfast and stroll through colonial architecture and artisan shops.
  • Laguna de Guatavita
    Explore the sacred Muisca territory with a native guide who shares ancestral stories, pre-Columbian history, and indigenous cosmology. A deep connection to the legend of El Dorado awaits at this mystical lake.
  • On our way to Zipaquirá, we pass through the picturesque town of Sesquilé. Take in the charm of its colonial square from your seat and snap a few photos on the go. (pass by)
  • Zipaquira
    Stop for lunch in one of Zipaquirá’s most traditional restaurants. Then, visit the Virgin viewpoint, colonial streets, and the statue of the last Muisca Zipa, Tisquesusa, before heading to Colombia’s First Wonder.
  • Catedral De Sal
    Dive into the majestic underground Salt Cathedral. Discover its architectural beauty, religious symbolism, and the hidden secrets of this monumental salt mine.
  • Return to Bogotá – 2 hours After visiting the Salt Cathedral, we begin our 2-hour journey back to the meeting point in Bogotá. (pass by)

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Lake Tour: Towns + Meals

    Location Bogotá, Colombia
    $225.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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