Opt for a less typical route: drive north from Colombia’s capital to the famed Salt Cathedral carved within an active salt mine, then to the new Guatavita’s whitewashed lake town vantage near Tomine Reservoir.
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Descubra informações locais que você não encontrará em guias turísticos
Experimente a liberdade de explorar no seu próprio ritmo
Perfeitamente planejado para famílias, amigos ou viajantes solo
A partir de US$ 45
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por pessoa
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Para um grupo de 1-3 viajantesTotalUS$ 135
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Sua viagem de um dia começa onde quer que você esteja
Encontre nosso motorista profissional exatamente onde você preferir em Bogota no horário que for mais conveniente para você. Sem perder tempo indo até o ponto de encontro, pegue sua bagagem e comece sua viagem imediatamente.
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As percepções locais do seu motorista definirão o tom do seu Daytrip. Um café escondido aqui, um restaurante imperdível ali; dicas internas que você adorará compartilhar depois. Esta não é uma excursão guiada, mas sua viagem será rica em histórias e descobertas ao longo do caminho. E durante todo o dia, seu motorista estará disponível para você conforme necessário, pronto para ajudar, feliz em ajudar, tornando sua viagem livre de estresse.
Explore no seu próprio ritmo
The journey begins with your personalized pickup in Bogota. Your driver will take you to your stops, helping you make the most of your time by pointing out the attractions that best match your interests and pace.
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Quer esteja a viajar sozinho, em família com crianças, ou em grupo grande, este serviço é adaptado para o seu conforto e flexibilidade. É a opção ideal especialmente se tiver tempo limitado ou uma agenda ocupada.
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Transferência privada de carro de ida e volta
Veículo com ar-condicionado
Ponto de partida e destino personalizados
Motorista profissional que fala inglês
Água engarrafada de cortesia
Cancelamento gratuito 24 horas antes da partida
Bilhetes de entrada/admissão para atrações pagas Zipaquira e Guatavita devem ser adquiridos separadamente a menos que especificado de outra forma
Refeições, lanches e gorjeta não estão incluídas
A partir de US$ 45
Passeio de grupo privado
por pessoa
Selecione a data e os viajantes
Cancelamento gratuito até 24 horas antes do horário de partida.
Para um grupo de 1-3 viajantesTotalUS$ 135
Sua viagem em um relance
Sua viagem em um relance
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Zipaquira
Sinta-se à vontade para explorar no seu próprio ritmo e descobrir
Parada: 1 h 30 min - entrada não incluída
Main attractions
A working salt mine beneath the Colombian savanna 49km north of Bogotá, hollowed into a subterranean cathedral of extraordinary ambition — 200 metres underground, a sequence of fourteen chapels representing the Stations of the Cross leads through increasingly vast salt-carved tunnels to the main cathedral nave, a space 75 metres long and 18 meters high carved entirely from halite rock and illuminated in shifting coloured light
The main altar cross — 16 meters tall, carved directly into the salt rock face — is one of the most striking pieces of religious architecture in South America; the surrounding salt columns, arches and vaulted ceilings give the space a genuinely sacred atmosphere despite its entirely engineered origins
Take note
The colonial town of Zipaquirá above the mine has a well-preserved central plaza and cathedral worth a brief exploration before or after the underground visit; the mine itself maintains a constant cool temperature of around 14°C — bring a layer regardless of Bogotá's surface temperature
Guatavita
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Parada: 1 h 30 min - entrada não incluída
Main attractions
A colonial town reconstructed in the 1960s after the original settlement was flooded by the Tominé reservoir — the replacement village was built in a unified whitewashed colonial style with terracotta roofs and cobbled streets that give it an architectural coherence rare even among genuinely historic Colombian towns
The nearby Laguna de Guatavita — a perfectly circular lake in a volcanic crater in the Eastern Andes — is the origin of the El Dorado legend; Muisca ceremonies conducted on the lake involved the chief covering himself in gold dust and casting golden offerings into the water, a ritual that sent Spanish conquistadors searching the continent for a city of gold for two centuries
Take note
The laguna requires a guided walk of approximately 45 minutes each way through Andean moorland (páramo) — sturdy footwear and a waterproof layer are essential; visitor numbers are capped to protect the ecosystem and entry tickets should be booked in advance
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Zipaquira lies about 30 miles (49 km) north of Bogota, with a drive of roughly 1 hour depending on city traffic exiting the capital. From Zipaquira, Guatavita is another 35 miles (56 km) northeast, taking around 1 hour 15 minutes through the Andean savanna. The route offers scenic views of the Cundinamarca highlands as you climb above Bogota's plateau into traditional rural Colombia.
The laguna requires a guided walk of approximately 45 minutes each way through Andean moorland known as paramo. The trail involves steady climbing at high altitude, around 9,800 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level, which can affect visitors not acclimatized to elevation. Sturdy footwear, layered clothing, and a waterproof jacket are essential. Visitor numbers are capped to protect the ecosystem, so book entry tickets in advance.
Zipaquira and the surrounding region are known for traditional Colombian highland fare. Try ajiaco, a hearty chicken and potato soup with corn and herbs, or sample sobrebarriga, slow-cooked flank steak. The new town of Guatavita has small restaurants serving fresh trout from the reservoir. Locally produced cheeses and arepas make excellent quick bites between stops, and warm aguapanela with cheese is a traditional drink to try.
Laguna de Guatavita, a perfectly circular lake in a volcanic crater in the Eastern Andes, is the origin of the El Dorado legend. Muisca ceremonies conducted on the lake involved the chief covering himself in gold dust and casting golden offerings into the water. This ritual sent Spanish conquistadors searching the South American continent for a city of gold for two centuries, ultimately fueling some of the most ambitious exploration in colonial history.
The Salt Cathedral is an active salt mine transformed into an underground sanctuary 656 feet (200 meters) below the surface. A sequence of fourteen chapels representing the Stations of the Cross leads through salt-carved tunnels to the main cathedral nave, an enormous chamber 246 feet (75 meters) long and 59 feet (18 meters) high. The 52-foot main altar cross, carved directly into the salt rock face, is one of the most striking pieces of religious architecture in South America.
The new town of Guatavita was reconstructed in the 1960s after the original settlement was flooded by the Tomine Reservoir. It was rebuilt in a unified whitewashed colonial style with terracotta roofs and cobbled streets, giving it an architectural coherence rare even among genuinely historic Colombian towns. The town's central square, artisan shops, and lakeside views make it a pleasant place to stop before or after the laguna walk.
The Salt Cathedral maintains a constant cool temperature underground, much cooler than Bogota's surface weather, so always bring a sweater or light jacket regardless of the season. Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes with good grip are essential because surfaces can be uneven and occasionally damp. The full route involves substantial walking, including some inclines, so wear something practical rather than fashionable for this part of the day.
The Colombian Andes maintain mild temperatures year-round, but the dry seasons from December to March and July to August offer the most reliable weather for the Guatavita walk. Rain can make the paramo trail muddy and reduce visibility at the laguna. The Salt Cathedral is unaffected by weather since it's underground. Bogota's high altitude means cool mornings and evenings throughout the year, so always pack layers.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.