FROM BOGOTA: La Esmeralda Tour, The Colombian Jewel

Discover the beauty of the emerald in Bogota. Start at the Emerald Museum and explore jewelry stores in La Candelaria and Avenida Jimenez, a unique experience for jewelry lovers!
Embark on an exciting journey through the world of emeralds with our tour in Bogota, designed for lovers of jewelry and Colombian culture. This tour will offer you a unique experience that combines education, history and the opportunity to acquire extraordinary pieces.

Tour Itinerary
1. EMERALD MUSEUM: The tour begins at the Emerald Museum, an emblematic place that houses an impressive collection of emeralds and other precious minerals. Here, you will discover the history of emeralds in Colombia, from their discovery in ancient indigenous civilizations to their relevance today. Through interactive exhibits, you will learn about the process of mining and cutting these gems, as well as their impact on the country's economy and culture.
* This tour comes with a 360° VR video in which you can enter the life of a Colombian emerald miner.

2. LA CANDELARIA AND EMERALD PARK: After immersing yourself in the knowledge of emeralds, we will head to the historic neighborhood of La Candelaria. This charming sector is full of colonial architecture, art and cultural life. Here you will have the opportunity to visit several traditional jewelry shops. With the tour guide of gemology experts, you will learn how to identify the quality of emeralds, their different shades and how their authenticity is evaluated. You will be able to appreciate up close the artisanal work that is done to create unique and personalized pieces.

3. AVENIDA JIMENEZ: Next, we will move to Avenida Jimenez, known for its wide range of jewelry stores and boutiques. This is an ideal place to find jewelry that incorporates emeralds, from rings and necklaces to earrings and bracelets. You will have the opportunity to interact with jewelers and discover current trends in design, as well as the traditional techniques used in the creation of these stunning works of art.

4. CERTIFIED PURCHASE OPPORTUNITY: During the tour, you will have plenty of time to explore and, if you wish, purchase an emerald piece to keep as a souvenir of your visit to Colombia. Whether it is a handcrafted jewel or a more contemporary piece, each option is a representation of the country's rich emerald legacy.

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.

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.