Bogota: Daily Group Tour of the Salt Cathedral Zipaquira Meeting Point at La Candelaria
ID: GYG72840-103504
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Take the day to explore the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral, voted Colombia's number 1 attraction. Explore the mine and the church built within the tunnels. Enjoy round-trip transportation in a luxury coach.
Travel for 2 hours north of Bogotá to the city of Zipaquirá, where you will visit the renowned Salt Cathedral. Known as a must-visit in Colombia, it is a monument of faith that has become an architectural piece like no other.
Explore the Roman Catholic church built in the ancient hollows of a salt mine, 180 meters below ground. Marvel at the cathedral’s architecture built within the mine’s remaining caverns and tunnels.
You will have 2 hours inside the Cathedral to visit all the sights as the audio guide explains about the process of salt formation, the architecture, and the mining process within every detail. Inside the mine, there are different pieces of stonework and sculpture that, due to their size and illumination, make this spectacular wonder an engineering jewel, famous around the world. You may also visit the light show at the very end of the tunnels before returning to Bogotá.
Highlights
- Venture 180 m under the earth to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral
- Experience a group tour with round-trip transportation
- Learn about the process of salt formation and mining
- Witness a magical light show to end your trip
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• This tour begins and ends at Parque de la 93, the Candelaria stop is a benefit that we provide for those people who stay in the historic center.
• Arrival times for this tour depend on city traffic.
• Seats are assigned in order of arrival, if you have any special conditions or requirements, please notify us before the tour.
• It is recommended to bring your own wired headphones for the audioguide
• The date of birth, name on passport, passport number, expiry, and country is required at the time of booking for all participants
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet in the Candelaria neighborhood across from the Journalists' Park Gabriel García Márquez in front of the Juan Valdez Cafe. Look for a driver wearing a red jacket in a van labeled 'City Bus'.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
