Choose the option that best fits your experience

OPTION #1 – TOUR WITH ENTRANCES

Option # 1: Entrance ticket to the Salt Cathedral; Audio guide in your language included; Shared private transportation from and to your hotel/hostel; Driver/guide; Cover entrance to Andrés Carne de res.

Duration: 10 hours
Guide: Select a language
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Meeting point

Departure time 2:00 PM

From $ 389.000 per person

OPTION #2 – TOUR WITHOUT ENTRANCES

Option # 2: Audio guide in your language included; Shared private transportation from and to your hotel/hostel; Driver/guide.

Duration: 10 hours
Guide: Select a language
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Meeting point

Departure time 2:00 PM

From $ 220.000 per person

EXPERIENCE COLOMBIA’S UNDERGROUND WONDER, ZIPAQUIRÁ SALT MINE, AND SAVOR COLOMBIAN CULTURE AT ANDRÉS IN CHÍA!

Visit the 1st Wonder of Colombia and the 2nd largest Cathedral made out of salt in the world, and finish the day in the best restaurant bar: Andrés Carne de Res in Chía!

A great combined tour that offers a perfect blend of Colombian culture, history, and cuisine starting at by exploring the underground marvels of Zipaquirá Salt Mine!

This is an ancient salt mine converted into a stunning cathedral with a unique play of light and shadow located 180 meters under the earth which represents one of the most distinguished achievements of Colombian architecture, besides being truly a miners’ faith.

You’ll have a guided walk-through the Stations of the Cross (14 in total) which is a representation of Jesus’ last steps, finishing at the Great Center Dome (a three-part cavernous subterranean cathedral) where the biggest underground salt cross is.

After this visit, you’ll be transported to Andrés Carne de Res in Chía, a vibrant and colorful restaurant that celebrates the country’s rich culture and traditions. You can enjoy an array of delicious Colombian dishes, accompanied by lively music, dancing, and a local party!

This is an unforgettable journey that will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the country’s heritage and cuisine!

Highlights / What you will learn

What’s the relation between the indigenous commerce and the most beautiful underground cathedral of the world? Find it out with the audio guide available for you, in your language!
The catholic faith as one of the pillars of the creation of the mine.
The great engineering work behind the whole cathedral, how the design and precision, gave life to one of Colombia’s marvels.
The original church used by the first miners, and how they brought together ancestral beliefs with catholic traditions.
The importance of Andrés Carne de Res as a representation of the best of Colombian culture.
And so much more!

Experience preview

Meeting point

We pick you up at your hotel/hostel

*You must make your reservation no later than 8pm (20h) the day before the date of your Tour request.

Finishing point

We take you back to your hotel/hostel

Included

Entrance ticket to the Salt Cathedral
Audio guide in your language included.
Shared private transportation from and to your hotel/hostel.
Driver/guide to show you the best landscapes on the way.
Cover entrance to Andrés Carne de res.

The pickup service is only available in the following areas of Bogotá: Corferias, Centro, La Candelaria, Teusaquillo, Chapinero, Zona Financiera, Zona Rosa, Parque de la 93, Cedritos
Important: If the pickup address is outside our service area, we will contact you in advance to let you know the nearest meeting point from which we can provide the service.

Not included

Drinks, food, or souvenirs.
Extra tickets or entrances. We won’t take you to places where sudden extra charges apply!
Exclusive tour guide. Remember this is a shared tour, we’re sure you’ll meet new amazing people.

Recommendations

Water or your preferred form of hydration. You’ll be walking inside the Cathedral, and you may feel thirsty.
Comfortable shoes. You’ll walk about 1.5 km while also making some stops to appreciate the Cathedral.
Comfortable clothes. No pressure to look amazing, feel free to wear what makes you feel better.
Keep your friends close, and your belongings even closer. The Cathedral can be full of people from time to time, so don’t give papaya!

*This is a shared tour available only on demand with a minimum of 2 people. If you are only 1 person, contact us on WhatsApp and we’ll check availability

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From $ 249.000 COP per person

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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Route itinerary

Pickup location
Bogotá (Hotel)
Zipaquirá 2 hour 30 minutes
Van
Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá 2 hours
Explore the impressive underground cathedral with an included audio guide, with time to walk through its stations, take photos, and learn about its history
Zipaquirá 30 minutes
Panoramic walk through the town with time to explore the historic center and take photos

+3 more stops

Van 30 minutes
Andrés Carne de Res in Chía 2 hours 30 minutes
Dinner at one of Colombia’s most iconic restaurants with time to enjoy the atmosphere, gastronomy, and music
Van 2,5 hours
Return to the hotel in Bogotá

Itineraries are subject to change.

Tours · FAQ

Is there a minimum number of participants to book any Shared Tour?

Each Shared Tour starts with a minimum of 2 people. If you reserved for 1 person only, wait for our confirmation. We will do our best to join you in a group!

Can I choose the departure time and return time of my tour?

Our Shared Tours have a set departure time. Once you have made the reservation, we will indicate the pick-up time at your Hostel/Hotel/Airbnb. The return time is subject to the road conditions on return.

Will the guide accompany me at all times?

For our Shared Tours with more than 3 participants, you will have one of our guides who will accompany you throughout the tour, from start to finish.

Are the shared tours bilingual?

Most of our Shared Tours are monolingual. In case of having participants whose mother languages are not the same, the guide will share the information in bilingual mode so that everyone can learn and enjoy the experience.

From what age do children have to pay?

All children occupying a chair/spot must pay. We will give you a discount for each child who participates in any Shared Tour.

Attention: if you are traveling with a minor between 0 and 6 years of age, keep in mind that by Colombian regulation you must have a “child seat”. If you don’t have it, we can help you get it for an extra cost.

Do you provide a time and place for lunch?

During our Shared Tours you have space for lunch as long as this time is agreed with the driver, the guide and the other tour participants.

Where can I leave any comments or suggestions about the tour?

We’d love to hear from you! You can write to us directly to bookings@beyondcolombia.com with your comments, suggestions or congratulations!

Do you have discounts for business groups or large groups?

The bigger the group is, the bigger the discount! Contact us with the tour reservation request and we will give you all the information plus a discount for the size of the group!

Is there a discount for having done the Free Tour?

We love our travelers Beyonders! If you want to take one of our Shared Tours and you previously did one of our Free Tours, get 10% by booking only through our website. Complete the respective reservation form and tell us in comments which Free Tour you took!

Can we pay in dollars?

For any Shared Tour you can pay with your credit card in your local currency, or in dollars only if it is in cash. When booking your Shared Tour, write us your payment method to send you the instructions.

Is there a toilet stop?

All of our Shared Tours have a bathroom stop. And if you need an additional stop, tell our driver who will help you!

What should I bring for a Shared Tour?

For our Shared Tours we recommend that you bring a good jacket, comfortable shoes, camera, sunglasses, sunscreen and all the attitude! If the weather is not at its best, you can bring extra clothes for change and leave them with our driver in the transport.