Top Bogotá Religious Tours

Take your exploration of Bogotá to new heights during this 5-hour private tour of the mountaintop monastery of Monserrate. Enjoy sky-high views of the Colombian capital from this 10,300-foot (3,150-meter) high religious complex, journeying by your choice of aerial tramway, funicular or walking path. At the top you’ll also have time to check out the 17th-century cathedral and wander the site's collection of souvenir stands. A lunch of Colombian cuisine is included. Your tour ends with hotel drop-off.  Private guide and site entrance fees are included.

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.

This one day tour to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira comes with round-trip transport, entrance tickets, and a guided tour of Zipaquira. Skip the lines at the Salt Cathedral with pre-paid admission, and enjoy a tour of this impressive sight led by a professional mine worker. Discover the historically rich town of Zipaquira Town and enjoy a meal in a traditional Colombian restaurant (at your expense) before returning to your hotel in Bogota.

Benefit from a private tour with personalized attention and round-trip hotel transportation to the Salt Cathedral and Zipaquira Salt Mine. Stroll through impressive salt structures and hear commentary on Colombia's salt trade history, with opportunities to ask questions during your journey.

Experience our Salt Cathedral Zipaquira Private Tour! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Colombia as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Salt Cathedral Zipaquira. Experience expedited entry to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and enjoy additional time for sightseeing in the town of Zipaquira with this small-group tour from Bogota. Take ample time to explore the renowned cathedral, with additional time available for lunch or further sightseeing in Zipaquira before returning to Bogota. We'll greet you directly at the city center or hotels and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day. Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!

With being and tours, more than a trip, it is an experience to remember. We transform your trip into an oasis of health and balance, we focus on your well-being and your lifestyle, as well as creating new experiences in Colombia. You should take the tour with us because of the unmatched dedication to offering authentic and memorable experiences. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of our services, we guarantee enriching adventures that go beyond the conventional. In addition, we have sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, finally, we manage appropriate prices, we seek the best comfort and rest for our tourists and we make the trip something unique, with our expert guides and drivers.

Indigenous economy activities, religious, art, and other determined the settlement of the Spanish and the foundation of Bogotá. In this tour you will understand the relation between the nature, the salt, the Dorado Legend, the Salt Cathedral, Gold Museum, the gold, the cooper and the Bogota population. Since we met, I began to explain some general details about Bogotá, then when we leave the city I will speak about the valley around the city, I will provide information about the original indigenous habitants called “ Muiscas” , their customs, some of their words and how all this heritage is included now in our society and in our food. We will meet a guide of the lake that speaks about the native culture and will explain why is so popular the Dorado Legend?, we will discuss the meaning of this ceremony. We will feel the mystic of the place, its energy and the relationship between nature and this space. In Guatavita town we will enjoy architecture, food, deserts and also handicrafts shopping. In Zipaquira I will speak some details of the Salt Cathedral and I will conduct the traveler to the underground Cathedral, this construction is unique because of its magnificence, the content of every sculpture, the representation of the way to the cross and the cross.

Experience the natural wonders of Colombia on this combined day trip to the subterranean Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita (Laguna de Guatavita). This fun-filled day of outdoor activity offers an opportunity to discover an amazing cathedral built into the walls of a former mine before checking out a lake considered by many to be the source of the famous “El Dorado” legend. Your tour includes round-trip transportation from your Bogotá hotel plus a guide, lunch, and all entrance fees.

Travel with confidence and peace of mind, with Tours, you will have the opportunity to spend an unforgettable experience 180 meters deep, a tour of approximately 1 hour outside the city, where you will see the old salt mine, converted into a salt cathedral, symbols, creations of man and beautiful works of nature you can see. During the tour you will have the space and places to have lunch and make reminder purchases if you wish... If you are looking for a gastronomic experience, traditional dishes from each region of Colombia and spectacular themes, on the way back you can make a stop at Andres Carne de Res (Additional surcharge). Finally, the return will be made to your Bogotá hotel or Airbnb where you are staying.

Zipaquira Salt Cathedral (Catedral del Sal) is one of Bogota’s top attractions, but it’s difficult to reach by public transport. Eliminate the stress of making your own way to the marvel with a private round-trip transfer, which lets you sit back, relax, and soak up the scenery on the way to the salt mines.

A beautiful site shrouded in legends, Lake Guatavita is an important location for the Muisca people and an important Colombian landmark. On this half-day tour, you can learn the stories and history behind the location while admiring its beauty. This private tour includes your transportation, tickets, and a private guide for a personalized, hassle-free experience.

You will get to know 2 fabulous places, one symbol of the legend of El Dorado and the other the first wonder of Colombia in our ALL INCLUSIVE tour. From your place of lodging you will be transferred to the magical Laguna de Guatavita located in Sesquilé. Where accompanied by the native guide, you will walk learning about its history and importance to get to the viewpoint where you will contemplate the lagoon and exotic landscapes. Then you will be transferred to Zipaquirá, a municipality declared historical and cultural heritage for its architecture and for keeping the history of our ancestors, where you will enjoy a typical lunch and contemplate its colonial beauty touring its historic center. In the Cathedral of Sal you will live a unique experience, descending 180 meters underground through tunnels with stops representing Stations of the Cross you will reach the only underground temple in the world and the second most impressive place on the planet. Note: The lagoon does NOT open on Mondays. (Or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday).

See the architectural marvel that is Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral on this private day trip from Bogotá, which includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or vacation rental. Visit the massive cathedral, created inside a salt mine, before continuing to the colonial town of Zipaquirá to see its main squares—the Plaza de la Independecia—and the nearby Plaza de los Comuneros.

Experience a unique experience underground in the majestic Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, an architectural and spiritual gem that combines history, art and nature. Walk through its illuminated tunnels, discover the symbolism of its sculptures and feel the magic of this place declared wonder of Colombia. Complete your day exploring the historic center of Zipaquirá and enjoying a typical Colombian lunch in a local atmosphere full of charm. Ideal for those who seek to know the culture, faith and natural beauty of the country in one tour. We guarantee comfort, close attention and tailor-made experiences, combining security, culture and memorable moments to make your visit unique and unforgettable. Every detail of the tour is carefully planned: from safe and punctual transportation to guided tours that reveal the history, architecture and legends of Zipaquirá.

Embark on a fascinating shared tour from Bogota to Zipaquirá, where you will discover the First Wonder of Colombia: the Cathedral of Salt. This underground sanctuary, located 180 meters underground, is an icon of cultural, historical and religious tourism in Colombia, ideal for those who want to live an unforgettable experience. During the tour, explore every corner of this subterranean wonder, from Viacrucis to the imposing Choir, while a professional guide accompanies you and shares historical, artistic and technical data about this impressive work of architecture and engineering in salt rock. After the visit you will take a brief tour of the main square of Zipaquirá, where you can appreciate the colonial architecture, the cobblestone streets and the traditional atmosphere of the town, before starting the return to Bogotá.