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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city and come with us to Villa de Leyva: this beautiful old town on the outskirts of Bogotá. Visit the Sisga dam and Raquira town of pottery crafters on the way to Villa de Leyva and once there enjoy a full-day around its main spots: Pozos Azules (Blue Wells), the Paleontological Museum and more. Discover its treasures by walking through its cobblestoned streets and live a day of contrasts. This tour also has a shared option that includes round-trip transportation from Bogotá, a 3-hour guided walking tour in Villa de Leyva, 2 hours of free time to have lunch and explore, and all-risk insurance. • A full-day adventure outside Bogota city • Stopping at the Sisga Dam and Raquira town of crafts • Visiting the top landmarks: Paleontological museum and Pozos Azules (private tour) • A traditional lunch and dinner with the views of the cobblestoned streets (private tour) • The amazing scenery of place frozen in time

Discover a side of Bogota that few travelers experience on this private tour through the neighborhood of Egipto, just steps from Plaza de Bolívar and El Chorro de Quevedo. Led by former gang members who now work to uplift their community, the tour offers a powerful look at the area's transformation from violence to resilience. Walk the streets where local history unfolds in murals, learn about complex social dynamics, and sample chicha, a traditional Colombian beverage. This experience provides exclusive access to a hidden part of the city and directly supports a grassroots community initiative at the same time.

Zipaquira Salt Cathedral is one of Colombia's top attractions, but reaching it without your own wheels can be difficult. This day trip saves you the stress of public transportation by taking care of round-trip rides from the capital and includes a tour of the nearby town. Tailor your experience with options that include admission tickets.

Delve into Bogotá’s rich history on a private half-day tour of the Colombian capital’s historic center, La Candelaria. Alongside your guide, you’ll stroll along beautiful colonial streets while customizing your itinerary according to your interests. See arresting landmarks like Justice Palace and La Catedral Primera; browse fascinating exhibits in the Museo Botero or the glittering Museo de Oro (Gold Museum); and be seduced by the grand architecture of the Main Town Hall and Congress. Receive undivided attention from your guide on this private tour.

Sample Bogota’s thriving street art and alternative culture scenes during this 4-hour guided walking tour. Learn about the growing cultural role for street murals in Colombian culture as you explore the work of famous artists like DEXS and Toxicomano. During the trip, you’ll also get to sample the city’s numerous vintage stores, trendy bars, and alternative retailers.

Discover the flavors of Bogota on our Shared Food Tour! A culinary journey through the heart of the city Are you a foodie and want to know the authentic Bogota cuisine? Our shared tour is perfect for you! Join a group of travelers like you and explore the most representative flavors of the city, while discovering the most charming corners of the historic center.

Get fast-tracked entry to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and have time left over for a bit of sightseeing in the town of Zipaquira with this small-group tour from Bogota. You'll have plenty of time to explore the celebrated cathedral, with time left over to grab lunch or do some sightseeing in Zipaquira before returning to Bogota.

The best way to see a city is from above. The best way to feel a city is on a bike. As a cultural center since pre-Columbian times with an emerging art scene backdropped by beautiful architecture, Bogata is a treat to explore on two wheels. With so much history packed into its labyrinth of vibrant streets, a local guide to lead you safely through is crucial to discovering all this Andean city has to offer.

Step inside one of Colombia’s most unique architectural works on this full-day tour to Zipaquirá from Bogota, which saves you the hassle of arranging your own transportation. Venture underground to discover the vast salt mines of Zipaquirá, learn about the city’s long salt mining history, and see how the salt is collected. Finally, admire the grand Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, a church entirely made out of salt.

The winding alleys and cobbled streets of La Candelaria (Historic Old Town) make it a difficult place for first-time visitors to navigate. Avoid wasting time getting lost, especially if you’ve only got limited time in the capital of Colombia, on an express tour that’s designed with time-pressed travelers in mind. You’ll benefit from the personalized attention of your guide and discover information that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

South America was once known by Spanish Conquistadors as a land where gold flowed like rivers. Visit the Bogota Gold Museum to learn about Aztec Gold, and the mysteries and real life history behind the largest pre-Hispanic gold collection on the planet. Hear about Colombia’s indigenous history, and how important gold was to the Mayan and Aztec people.

This tour is part of our H.E.A.R.T. Experiences at Impulse Travel - It will help you understand key moments of Colombia's history to focus especially on its rebirth and future considering geography, the city, and through the voice and example of true peace weavers who are already working on new paths of hope and memory for the country.

Discover the artistic and touristic side of Ciudad Bolívar! This is a shared tour and we will visit the Paraíso neighborhood, a new setting for social and inclusive local tourism. We will take the new Transmicable, a mobility solution for the inhabitants of the sector and an opportunity to discover a magical, artistic, colorful territory with local talent. We will find El Paraíso Mirador where we will have a workshop by a group of young musicians and we will have a snack made by some of their mothers. We will visit the Illimani Park for a dance activity "break dance" and graffiti, two cultural processes that bet on the artistic progress of the neighborhood. Finally we will reach the top of the hill through "La Serpiente", a staircase that will connect us with one of the best views and colors of the city. We will visit one of the 15 collective gardens for a mini planting workshop and leave a memory of the visit to Ciudad Bolívar.

Explore Bogotá's La Candelaria neighborhood through the eyes of locals on this immersive walking tour. With a private guide, visit iconic landmarks, learn untold stories, and venture beyond the usual tourist spots to discover hidden gems. With personal anecdotes, cultural insights, and plenty of time to ask questions, this is a great introduction to Bogotá and Colombian history.

Visit several of Bogota’s top-notch, locals-frequented craft beer destinations—and enjoy tutored tastings as you explore—on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in the early evening (or upgrade for pickup directly from your Bogota hotel), and set off on foot. You’ll start at a popular local craft brewery, where you’ll sip fresh beer and go behind the scenes. Next, head to the hip Quinta Camacho neighborhood, where you’ll visit two craft beer pubs and will enjoy further tastings.

Enrich your Bogota museum experience by going with a guide. This private tour will take you to some of Bogota's finest museums, including the Gold Museum, the Botero Museum, and the Bogota Museum, where your guide will be on hand to show you the highlights of different exhibits, making it easy to see a lot in a short amount of time.

Learn about the dazzling gems of Colombia with this exclusive emerald tour. Visit the emerald trade market and find out how to identify an authentic stone. Explore the market and purchase a souvenir if you wish. Take in panoramic views of Bogota from the Avianca building, visit the International Emerald Museum, and enjoy a cup of Colombian coffee.

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.

Coffee is one of Colombia’s most famous exports, but gaining insight into the production process can be tricky in the capital. Visit a local cafe, roaster, and market on a coffee tour of Bogota, and learn about the life cycle of the Colombian coffee bean from experts. Enjoy snacks and tasters included in the price, and benefit from round-trip transfer from your hotel to travel across the sprawling city with ease.

Immerse yourself in Colombian culture as you explore the historic Candelaria neighborhood on foot. You'll sample local fruits and sip on the traditional fermented drink of chicha. You'll also get to try your hand at the game of tejo, which involves throwing pucks at targets filled with gunpowder.

Learn about coffee in one of the world's finest coffee-producing countries with this educational experience. You'll head out to a coffee farm near Bogota to learn all about the coffee-making process, from farm to cup. At the end of your experience, you'll get plenty of time to sample locally produced coffee.

Bogotá is a mysterious city, in which the limit between myth and reality vanishes in the stories told in its streets, many of them about the living and some many others about dead and ghosts. We will walk the streets of La Candelaria neighborhood, in a storytelling tour, to discover the lives and tragedies of the most traditional ghosts that inhabit our city. How to participate? *Fill one form per group (please, do not fill the form if you don`t mean to attend) https://descubrebgta.weebly.com/programacioacuten *5 days before the tour, you will receive a confirmation mail with the meeting point. *Arrive to the meeting point 15 minutes early *Enjoy the tour *Make this tour possible by making a good donation

Get a taste for all Bogotá has to offer during this 3-hour comprehensive walking tour. Step into Bogotá history by visiting attraction-laden public plazas like La Candelaria’s ‘El Chorro de Quevedo,’ and Bolivar Square. Then see modern side of the Colombian capital, savoring a few tastes of the local cuisine and home-grown coffee. Finish your day with a ‘bang’ by playing ‘Tejo,’ a game that involves throwing metal discs at targets packed with tiny gunpowder charges. A guide, food and drink, and game fees are covered.

Devour your way through Bogota's most famous neighborhood on a small-group street food walking tour. This mouthwatering adventure is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic culinary experience. The itinerary takes you through Barrio la Candelaria and includes stops at Plaza del Chorro del Quevedo, Calle 11, and Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota. Along the way, you'll sample seven popular Colombian street foods, including tamales, arepas, ajiaco, chicha, and chocolate santafereno.