Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá Daytrip

Overview of the tour in Bogota

Candidate to be one of the Wonders of the World and one of Colombia’s architectural wonders, the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is the only underground catholic temple in the world.

Join us on this day trip to learn about the history of the region surrounding Zipaquirá and the enormous undertaking that building the cathedral meant. The Salt Cathedral is just our contact point with an older, deeper story!

Delve into the depths of this salt mine made cathedral with one of our guides and marvel at this temple carved out of salt, filled to the brim with the symbols of Christendom. Then, visit the town of Zipaquirá, the key city in an old indigenous empire built on salt.

Out of the depths, visit the town of Zipaquirá, the key city in an old indigenous empire built on salt. Then, sit down for a local lunch of your choosing before taking the ride back to Bogotá.

Highlights:
- History of the Zipa empire and its salt mines
- History of the construction of the Salt Cathedral
- Guided tour of the Salt Cathedral and its religious symbolism

On arrival

We pick you up from any hotel/hostel in Bogotá.

Things to note

Not included:
- Lunch not included: visitors can choose from a variety of local restaurants to eat from (our guide will help you pick one)
- Please let us know where would you like to be picked up

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.