Private Salt Cathedral and Nemocon Salt Mines + In & out Transfer + (8 hours)

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Duration

clock6 to 8 hours

Tour Details

    Overview

    This unique city experience provides an opportunity to discover the remarkable world of salt in Colombia. Begin your exploration at the Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira, a subterranean cathedral fashioned from salt inside a former salt mine. Be astounded by the exquisite carvings and grand architecture as you gain insight into the history of salt mining around there. Afterwards, take a stroll to Plaza de los Comuneros, a square located in the heart of Zipaquira, where you can recline and immerse yourself in this picturesque town's sights and sounds. With so much to do here, it is certainly an experience like no other. Finally, visit Mina de Sal de Nemocon, another previous salt mine now open for tourists; get a glimpse of how salt was mined and understand its pivotal role in this region's economy.

    What’s included

    • Vehicle with air conditioning
    • Bottled water
    • Inclusive of all fees and taxes
    • Skip-the-line guarantee
    • Entry/Admission to Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira
    • Entry/Admission to Mina de Sal de Nemocon

    What’s Exclude

    • Lunch

    What To Expect

    Itinerary
    This is a typical itinerary for this product

    Stop At: Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira, Carrera 6 Calle 1 Parque De La Sal, Zipaquira Colombia

    We will take a tour of Colombia's first wonder, the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá. Our knowledgeable guide will provide all the information you need about this incredible arquitectural cathedral built in a salt mine more than 100 meters below ground level.

    Duration: 3 hours

    Stop At: Mina de Sal de Nemocon, Calle 2 No. 0-05 Parque de la Sal, Nemocon 251030 Colombia

    You can experience what it's like to be a miner by visiting the remarkable salt mine of Nemocón. You will gain knowledge about how miners work and the hardships they endure.

    Duration: 2 hours
    < br >< b > Stop At : Plaza de los Comuneros , Plaza de Los Comuneros , Zipaquira Colombia < br >< br > We will go to Zipaquira's central plaza and its important nearby buildings such as the Catedral Diocesana de Zipaquirá . Here you can learn aboutZipaquira's colonial era . < br >< br > Duration : 40 minutes

    Additional Information

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
    • Face masks required for guides in public areas
    • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
    • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
    • COVID-19 vaccination may be required depending of the place or/and attraction.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability

    Voucher Requirements

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Departure Time

    08:00 AM

    Departure Point

    Traveler pickup is offered
    We will contact you to pick you up.

    Airports

    • Eldorado Airport, Bogota Colombia

    Hotel Pickup

    Yes

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