Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Tour + Breakfast

Cundinamarca, Colombia



Visit the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, see the colorful Casa Loca, explore the charming town of Guatavita, and enjoy a traditional Colombian breakfast. Includes round-trip transportation from Bogotá.

Highlights

  • Explore Colombia’s famous underground cathedral
  • Enjoy Guatavita and the incredible Crazy House
  • Enjoy a traditional breakfast and round-trip transport

Description

Experience one of the most popular day trips from Bogotá with a combination of culture, history, local flavors, and unique attractions. Start your day with pickup from your accommodation and enjoy a traditional Colombian breakfast with local options such as tamal, caldo de costilla, or eggs.

Continue to the impressive Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, an underground church built inside a salt mine and considered one of Colombia’s architectural wonders. Explore the tunnels, chambers, and religious monuments with included audio guide access inside the mine.

After the cathedral visit, enjoy free time to discover the charming colonial town of Zipaquirá before heading to the famous Casa Loca, a fun upside-down house perfect for unforgettable photos.

The tour continues to the beautiful town of Guatavita, known for its colorful streets, mountain views, and connection to the legend of El Dorado. Walk through its peaceful plaza, local shops, and traditional architecture while enjoying the atmosphere of the Colombian Andes.

This experience includes round-trip transportation from Bogotá, pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, breakfast, and enough time to explore each destination comfortably. Perfect for travelers looking to combine history, culture, gastronomy, and scenic landscapes in one unforgettable day.

Includes

  • Round-trip transportation
  • Traditional breakfast at Hornitos
  • House breakfast menu
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Visit to the Salt Cathedral
  • Visit to Guatavita town
  • Visit to the Crazy House

Excludes

  • Salt Cathedral entrance ticket
  • Crazy House entrance ticket
  • Professional tour guide

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a traditional Colombian breakfast, round-trip transport from Bogotá, visits to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and Guatavita Lake, plus a stop at the Crazy House.
The Salt Cathedral is located in Zipaquirá, a town approximately 50 kilometers north of Bogotá, Colombia.
The tour usually lasts around 8 to 9 hours, including travel time, visits, and breakfast.
Yes, the Salt Cathedral is an underground church built inside a salt mine and is open for visitors on this tour.
The breakfast includes traditional Colombian dishes such as tamal, caldo de costilla, and eggs.
Yes, the tour provides round-trip transport from your accommodation in Bogotá.
Guatavita is a lake and town near Bogotá known for its cultural importance in Colombia, often linked to the legend of El Dorado.
The Crazy House is an unusual and creative architectural attraction near Guatavita, featuring whimsical designs and colorful details.
It is recommended to book in advance as the Salt Cathedral is a popular attraction with limited daily visitor capacity.
The tour is available year-round; check the official website for current opening hours and weather conditions in Colombia.

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