Colombian Conflict Tour: War, Drug Trafficking & Peace
ID: GYG857010-1353203
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
The good and the bad: everything you need to understand about our modern day history in Colombia. Dive deep in the unthinkable stories about the Colombian armed conflict that have shaped the country!
Welcome to Colombia and Bogotá, the capital city with the most resounding memories of our political and conflict history!
We are Beyond Colombia, the largest group of Expert Local Free Tour guides in Colombia with 14 original tours created by ourselves and also the most awarded in the country! 7 international recognitions, 5 TripAdvisor Travelers Choice and Top 3 in Bogotá, Cartagena, Medellín and Cali.
We are authentic guides connecting Colombia since 2013, 11 years sharing passion in every step!
Colombia, a country known for the joy and kindness of its people, has been affected by its bad reputation due to various negative situations.
Today, this has changed a lot, and during this shared Tour you will understand the causes, development and Colombian conflicts that have shaped our history to the present. Some of the topics you will learn about are:
- Independence process
- Bogotazo and the time of violence
- The military dictatorship
- Creation of the guerrillas: FARC, ELN, M - 19
- Peace process
- Current political situation
Join us for a real and interactive experience through some remarkable places and scars of the past. Learn about the development of Colombia's conflict in Bogota that changed our history, its ties to drug cartels, the violence he imposed on the country and "You know who" behind it.
At the end of this experience, you will have a more complete understanding of our political history, the war, its key actors, the fight against national and international drug trafficking, among others.
Travel through the history of the Colombian armed conflict!
Copy and paste this link into your browser to learn about our experience: https://youtu.be/8zbXOoqw3bM
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Highlights
- The origins of the so-called “Colombian Violence Era”
- The controversial Bogota's Riot of 1948
- The ongoing Peace Agreement signed with FARC
- The current Guerrillas and Paramilitary groups’ fighting reasons
- The strive of the Liberals vs Conservatives supremacy
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
An open mind to comprehend all our political history.
Umbrellas or capes. Please bring your favorite rainproof coat or umbrella, we can’t control the weather yet.
Water or your preferred form of hydration. This is a walking tour, and you may feel thirsty.
Comfortable shoes. You’ll walk about 9 km while also making some stops to listen to the guide.
Comfortable clothes. No pressure to look amazing, feel free to wear what makes you feel better.
Keep your friends close, and your belongings even closer. We’ll visit some crowded areas, so don’t give papaya!
Find us right in front of the Museo del Oro with our red umbrellas by Beyond Colombia!
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
