From Bogotá: Nemocón Mine and Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Tour
ID: GYG161040-241944
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Learn about the history of salt mining on a day trip from Bogotá. Visit the historical Nemocón mines, enjoy a typical lunch, and then visit the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral.
Benefit from pickup at your hotel in Bogotá, and then travel to the salt mines of Nemocón 65 kilometers from the city center. Get stunning views of the beautiful landscape before arrival.
Then, take a tour of the salt mine tunnels and discover what is felt like to work 60 meters below ground. Learn about the history of salt and how it is extracted as you marvel at the optical effects of the mirrors of brine. See where the movie Los 33 was filmed before lunch in the colonial city of Zipaquirá.
Next, visit one of the most artistic achievements of Colombian architecture on a tour of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, built within the tunnels of a salt mine.
Highlights
- Drive across the beautiful savanna of Bogotá
- Learn how salt is extracted at the Nemocón Mine
- Explore the colonial city of Zipaquirá
- Visit the amazing Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• The duration of the transfers is approximate and will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You must fill out a travel information form
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
