Top Bogotá Day Trips - page 3

Escape the city and explore three traditional Colombian villages on this private full-day tour from Bogota. Admire the colonial architecture of Villa de Leyva and shop for colorful handicrafts in Ráquira village. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Take a break from the bustle of Bogota with a tour out to the Choachi Mountains, a mere 45-minute drive from the city. This small-group tour will take you through beautiful scenery with epic views of landscapes, waterfalls, and rock art as you hike along a moderate trail with a professional guide. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

If you’ve got limited time in Bogota, get a comprehensive overview of Colombia’s capital on a full-day tour of La Candelaria (Historic Old Town), Mount Monserrate, and Museo del Oro (Gold Museum). In a small group limited to five people, you’ll explore the mountaintop neighborhood of Monserrate; admire landmarks such as Parque Santander and Plaza Bolivar in La Candelaria, the oldest part of the city; and admire glimmering exhibits at Museo del Oro (Gold Museum). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

We are a group of Colombians passionate about tourism and our country, we offer a completely personalized experience to share with our visitors all our knowledge and passion for what we do. With us, more than a tour, you will live an unforgettable experience in which we will take you through the most iconic destinations of the Bogotá savannah, and we will also show you the entire non-tourist context of our city so that you get a different perspective of Bogotá and Colombia. . This experience will not have time limitations, so we will be able to stop at several places of interest and have the opportunity to live local experiences. We have luxury vehicles, equipped with all the comfort to make very comfortable and pleasant tours for our tourists.

Travel between Bogota’s El Dorado Airport and your hotel in comfort and style with this private tour transfer service. Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport after your flight, ready to take you to your final destination in a private vehicle just for your party.

Birdwatching in Chingaza & Observatorio de Colibries. Colombia is the country with the big number of birds of the world with approximately 1923 species including endemic, near endemic, migratory and permanent residents. We will depart to Chingaza National Park (Piedras Gordas area) at the 5:00am. This incredible place is located only one hour and half away from Bogota. We will be birding here all the day exploring Paramo and moorland ecosystems at a altitude of aproximadly 2800-3400m.s.n.m. in searching for: Near-Endemic Birds: Blue-throated Starfrontlet, Matorral Tapaculo, Golden-faced Whitestart, Coopery-bellied Puffleg and Black-billed Mountain-Toucan. Typical lunch. Afternoon: : Observatorio de colibries (Hummingbird feeders) in La Calera. The observation of birds in Colombia is fantastic and wonderful because you can find diversity of ecosystems and different birds according to the region of the country.

Escape the city and experience two of Colombia’s top attractions on a private tour of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita from Bogota. Descend to the otherworldly Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral; enjoy a Colombian lunch in Zipaquirá, known as the City of Salt; and discover the legend of El Dorado during a visit to Lake Guatavita, a crater lake famed for its vivid green color. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Savor the world-famous coffee of Colombia, and learn about how it’s grown and made, on this day trip to an authentic coffee plantation outside Bogotá. Head to the town of Fusagasugá, site of the Hacienda Coloma Coffee Plantation, with your guide, to get a first-hand look at the coffee-making process, sample the latest roasts, and learn about the history of coffee. Your coffee tour also includes roundtrip transportation from your Bogotá hotel, lunch, and all entrance fees.

Immerse yourself in Colombia’s world-famous coffee industry during this private tour of Hacienda Coloma. Discover every stage of the coffee-making process, from growing to harvesting to roasting and brewing, finishing with a freshly-brewed taste of the hacienda’s own beans. A Colombian lunch, plus a stop at the nursery gardens of San Miguel are also included.

Get in touch with Colombia’s “wild side” during this 9-hour private day trip to Chicaque Natural Park and cloud forest. Explore a rugged wilderness featuring waterfalls, more than 200 species of birds, panoramic lookouts, and 12 miles (20 kilometers) of hiking trails in this convenient park located just 50 minutes from the capital. Lunch and roundtrip transport are included.

Make the most of your limited time in Bogotá and combine a private city tour with a visit to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira, an underground attraction you’re unlikely to find elsewhere. In the company of a driver-guide, navigate La Candelaria with ease, learn more about each destination than you could alone, and cover more ground than you could on foot in just one day.

Discover the Magic of Salt in Zipaquira Explore the captivating underground Salt Cathedral in Zipaquira, a true marvel of engineering and a symbol of Colombia’s rich salt heritage (Tickets not included). After visiting the Salt Cathedral, you'll head to a hidden gem: the only salt ovens that remain in Colombia, declared a national heritage site. Here, you'll step back in time as your guide explains how salt was traditionally extracted and processed. As part of your tour, you’ll visit Zipaquira’s only craft brewery. During the visit, you’ll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process and learn about the ingredients and techniques that make their beers special (optional) This unforgettable tour includes a scenic drive through the beautiful Bogotá savannah, a free walking tour of Zipaquira's charming town center, and time to browse local crafts. You'll also get to taste delicious traditional Colombian dishes, making the experience even more authentic.

Visit Colombia’s Villa de Leyva on this 11-hour day trip departing from Bogotá. Discover the fascinating history of this beautifully-preserved village as you explore its wealth of attractions, including El Infiernito (Litte Hell), Boyacá Bridge the blue ponds and the nearby town of Raquirá, a hotspot for handcrafted souvenirs. Your day trip includes round-trip transportation from your Bogotá hotel, along with a guide and all entrance fees.

Visit the hidden face of Bogotá, transit through its cobbled streets in history, go through mysterious passages and you will know another facet yet to be discovered from this huge capital city.

Explore the mysteries of the scenic Laguna de Guatavita, a sacred lake used by the indigenous peoples of Colombia for ritual purposes, on this half-day excursion from Bogotá. Discover the intriguing history of this unique body of water, once believed by explorers to be the origins for the legendary story of ‘El Dorado,’ as your meander its picturesque shoreline. Your tour also includes round-trip transportation from your Bogotá hotel, a guide, and all entrance fees.

Get acquainted with the traditional towns surrounding Bogotá on a private full-day trip to Chia, Cajica and Tabio. After escaping the duress of the Colombian capital, you’ll enjoy the scenic landscapes and relaxed ambience of provincial towns like Tabio, La Calera, Sopó, Tenjo and Guasca. Learn about the towns’ culture, sample local delicacies and admire the architectural amalgamation of pre-Colombian and colonial styles in each one. On this private tour, you’ll receive undivided attention from your guide and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your interests.

Explore Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral in its abandoned salt mine without having to arrange travel logistics on this half-day from Bogotá. Descend inside this sprawling underground structure with the help of a guide, gaining insight into the history and construction of salt cathedrals that you won't get in the guidebook. Your visit also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in Bogotá and all entrance fees.

Don’t let limited time in Colombia’s capital city stop you ticking off its top attractions—discover popular city sights plus the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral (Catedral de Sal) on a private tour that allows you to set the pace. You’ll save time as you travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a bilingual guide and receive undivided attention as you hear historical and cultural information you’re unlikely to find in the guide book.

Go where cars can’t on a 4x4 adventure to Villa de Leyva, a charming colonial town with panoramic mountain views, on a private tour that promises the undivided attention of your guide. You go off the beaten path on an ATV, to make the journey from Bogota just as exciting as the destination itself.

Easily combine a trip to the colonial town of Villa de Leyva with a tour of the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá on this tour from Bogotá. Travel from your hotel with the comfort and ease of private transportation, and then enjoy informative commentary about each destination from your guide upon arrival. This tour includes all entrance fees and favorite local snacks for extra value.

Learn about the history and traditions of Colombian coffee cultivation--firsthand--with a visit to a local coffee farm. You'll get to participate in every step of coffee harvesting, including picking, grinding, and roasting beans. You’ll also get to try plenty of fresh Colombian coffee right where it was produced.

Spend a day exploring the Colombian countryside without worrying about language barriers on this tour from Bogota to the Nemocón Salt Mine and the Guatavita Lagoon. Explore the lagoon with an Indigenous park guide, who will tell you all about local cultures and explain the ecology of the lake. Then head to the salt mine to learn about Colombia’s salt industry on an underground tour.

Explore the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, one of Colombia’s most unexpected architectural wonders, during this guided tour. Head underground to the town's salt mine where you discover this unique monument to human ingenuity. Back above ground, enjoy an included Colombian lunch and a tour of Zipaquirá’s colonial center.

Visit Colombia's famous Salt Cathedral on this day tour from Bogota. Your guide will pick you up in Bogota and take you to Zipaquirá, where you'll have the chance to explore the old salt mines that have been transformed into a cathedral complex. This tour is fully private for added flexibility and comfort.