nuestros tours y experiencias en Bogot\u00e1<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"La Catedral de Sal La Catedral de Sal de Zipaquir\u00e1 tiene una historia m\u00e1s larga que la construcci\u00f3n que existe hoy. La sal se ha extra\u00eddo de este sitio desde tiempos precolombinos, cuando el pueblo Muisca la extra\u00eda y la comerciaba por las tierras altas. Los mineros de la \u00e9poca colonial tallaron el primer santuario dentro de la mina a principios del siglo XX como\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":5363,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[],"tags":[],"destination":[20],"difficulty":[38],"tour-theme":[28],"tour-type":[16],"class_list":["post-5555","colombia-tours","type-colombia-tours","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destination-bogota","difficulty-easy","tour-theme-cultural","tour-type-shared"],"acf":{"starting_price":143,"sub_below_price":"Per person \u00b7 2 travelers \u00b7 Discounts available for larger groups.","duration":"8-10 hours","overview":"This shared day tour from Bogot\u00e1 combines two of Colombia's most historically significant sites. At Zipaquir\u00e1, guests descend 180 meters underground into the Salt Cathedral \u2014 an active mine transformed into a full-scale Catholic church, with fourteen chapels and a 23-meter main dome carved entirely from salt. The second leg takes travelers to Guatavita Lake, the protected natural reserve at 3,100 meters that served as the sacred site of the Muisca's El Dorado ceremony. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; the Guatavita visit is optional and must be selected at booking. The experience gives travelers direct access to both the country's indigenous mineral heritage and the origin story of the legend that shaped South American exploration for two centuries.<\/span>","tournotices":"","languages":["English","Spanish"],"min_group_size":2,"cancel_window":"12 hours before starting date","hook_text":"Two of Colombia's most visited destinations, one full day. Descend into the Salt Cathedral carved inside a real mine, then continue to Guatavita Lake \u2014 the sacred Muisca site that sparked the legend of El Dorado. Hotel pickup included.","review_score":5,"review_count":"1.200","price_tier":"$$","best_price":true,"display_terms":false,"video_url":"","gallery_images":[5358,5366,5367,5359,5362,5360],"highlights_items":[{"highlight_text":" Descend into Zipaquir\u00e1's Salt Cathedral \u2014 an engineering marvel carved 180 meters inside an active salt mine, with soaring underground chapels and intricate salt sculptures."},{"highlight_text":"Explore the only underground Catholic cathedral in the world, where three naves, fourteen chapels of the cross, and a main dome sit inside a mountain of salt."},{"highlight_text":" Continue (optional) to Guatavita Lake \u2014 the high-altitude sacred lagoon where the Muisca's El Dorado ceremony took place, still protected inside a natural reserve."},{"highlight_text":"Travel comfortably with hotel pickup and drop-off included, sharing the day with fellow travelers on a guided shared departure from Bogot\u00e1."},{"highlight_text":"Learn the story of El Dorado \u2014 not the myth, but the actual Muisca ritual behind it \u2014 at the very place where it happened."}],"itinerary_rows":[{"iti_duration":"2 hours","iti_title":"Hotel Pickup & Transfer to Zipaquir\u00e1","iti_desc":"Your shared vehicle collects you from your hotel in Bogot\u00e1 and heads north through the Colombian highlands. The drive takes roughly two hours \u2014 a scenic introduction to the Andean plateau before you go underground.\r\n"},{"iti_duration":"2 hours","iti_title":"Zipaquir\u00e1 Salt Cathedral Tour","iti_desc":" You descend into the mine and enter one of the most visited sites in Colombia. Your guide leads you through fourteen chapels of the cross, three naves carved from solid salt, and a main dome that rises 23 meters above you. The scale is hard to believe until you're standing inside it."},{"iti_duration":"1 hour","iti_title":"Lunch Break","iti_desc":"A stop at a local restaurant near Zipaquir\u00e1. Lunch is not included \u2014 this is your time to eat at your own expense and your own pace before the second leg of the day."},{"iti_duration":"1.5 hours","iti_title":"Optional Visit to Guatavita Lake","iti_desc":"Continue to the natural reserve surrounding Guatavita Lake, the sacred Muisca site at 3,100 meters above sea level. Your guide explains the real history of the El Dorado ceremony \u2014 the actual ritual where a Muisca chief, covered in gold dust, made offerings to the lake \u2014 at the exact location where it happened. Note: this leg is optional; confirm inclusion at time of booking.\r\n"},{"iti_duration":"2 hours","iti_title":"Transfer Back to Bogota","iti_desc":"Your vehicle returns you to Bogot\u00e1 with hotel drop-off included. The return drive takes approximately two hours depending on traffic."}],"whats_included":[{"whats_inc_item":"Hotel pickup and drop-off"},{"whats_inc_item":"Entrance to the Salt Cathedral"},{"whats_inc_item":"Entrance to Guatavita Lake (only if you choose to go)"},{"whats_inc_item":"Risk insurance"}],"whats_excluded":[{"whats_exc_items":"Food and drinks"},{"whats_exc_items":"Entrance to Guatavita Lake (if not included in the selected option)"},{"whats_exc_items":"Extra purchases"}],"cancel_policy":"Free cancellation up to 12 hours before departure. Cancellations made within 12 hours of the tour start time are non-refundable.","before_booking":[{"before_book_item":"This tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered either a change of date or a full refund."},{"before_book_item":"This tour involves moderate walking. Comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen are recommended."},{"before_book_item":"Guatavita Lake sits at approximately 3,100 meters above sea level. Bring a jacket \u2014 temperatures near the lake are noticeably cooler than Bogot\u00e1. Stay hydrated and take it slow."},{"before_book_item":"The Guatavita Lake leg is optional. Confirm at booking whether your chosen option includes it \u2014 entrance is not included unless you select the combined option."},{"before_book_item":"Lunch is not included. There is a scheduled 1-hour break at a local restaurant in Zipaquir\u00e1 where you can eat at your own expense."},{"before_book_item":" This is a shared tour \u2014 you will travel with other guests. Departures run on a fixed schedule from Bogot\u00e1 with hotel pickup included."}],"guest_reviews":[{"review_name":"Jean Carlo \u00c1lvarez","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"November, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"My experience with this agency has been exceptional. From the very first contact, the team demonstrated impeccable service, conveying trust, warmth, and professionalism. They made me feel valued and supported every step of the way, exceeding my expectations with their personal touch and the quality of their service."},{"review_name":"Daniel Londo\u00f1o","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"I had a great experience with Cielo Travel agency. They were very professional and clear during all the process and made me feel accompanied and guided if I had any questions. I will definitely use the services again in my next visit."},{"review_name":"Paula Carranza","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"Cielo Travel understands tourism in Colombia like no one else. Their team is a master of digital marketing and knows how to connect travelers from all over the world with authentic and unique culinary experiences in the country. I loved their friendly approach, their creativity, and the way they manage to convey the essence of each place. An agency that truly promotes Colombian tourism!"},{"review_name":"Juan Fernando Longas","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"November, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"Excellent experience with this agency. The team at this agency has been amazing from the very first moment. They immediately made me feel comfortable with their warm and professional approach. They listened carefully to my needs, and their kind attention was constant throughout the entire process. I felt incredibly supported at every stage, and I absolutely recommend their services."},{"review_name":"Andrea Pardo","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"200% recommended. It was totally worth it!! Everything was great! The service is exceptional and focused on your needs; they resolve absolutely everything!! They're always there for you and very attentive, helping me have one of the best experiences of my life. Thank you so much!!"}],"why_book":[{"why_book_items":"1,200 five-star reviews from real travelers \u2014 read them before you book."},{"why_book_items":"Best Price Guarantee \u2014 find this tour cheaper elsewhere and we'll match it."},{"why_book_items":"Private transportation door-to-door \u2014 no shared shuttles, no waiting around for strangers."},{"why_book_items":"Booking directly with us means your money stays with a Colombian-owned company, not a platform commission."},{"why_book_items":"Our team coordinates everything \u2014 pickup timing, the day\u2019s logistics, and the return \u2014 so you focus only on the experience."}],"faqs":[{"faq_title":"Is this a shared or private tour?","faq_content":"This is a shared tour \u2014 you travel with other guests on a fixed-schedule departure from Bogot\u00e1. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for all participants.\r\n"},{"faq_title":" How long is the tour?","faq_content":"The tour lasts approximately 8 hours if you visit the Salt Cathedral only, or around 10 hours if you add the Guatavita Lake leg. Confirm which option suits you at the time of booking."},{"faq_title":"Is lunch included?","faq_content":"Lunch is not included. There is a scheduled 1-hour break at a local restaurant in Zipaquir\u00e1 where you can eat at your own expense."},{"faq_title":"What should I bring?","faq_content":"Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, water, and a jacket \u2014 it gets noticeably cooler near Guatavita Lake at altitude. The mine itself maintains a constant temperature of around 14\u00b0C, so a light layer is useful inside the cathedral too.\r\n"},{"faq_title":"Is the Guatavita Lake visit mandatory?","faq_content":"No \u2014 the Guatavita Lake leg is optional. There are two booking options: Salt Cathedral only (approximately 8 hours) or Salt Cathedral plus Guatavita Lake (approximately 10 hours). Guatavita entrance is only included if you select the combined option."},{"faq_title":"What is the minimum group size?","faq_content":"This tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate. If only one person books and the minimum is not met, you will be offered a change of date or a full 100% refund."}],"available_spots":0,"bokun_embed_code":"