Stay : History and archaeology of Colombia
Do you dream of learning about the history of Colombia's indigenous civilizations? Discover the culture and history of these ancestral peoples who inhabited the territory before the arrival of the Spanish conquerors. This tour takes you around the country, visiting in particular its main archaeological sites classified on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
Summary of the stay
Best time to go
11 days
€€ - Charm and comfort
Where to stay - Candelaria ?
The map of your stay - Colombie
Detail of the stay : History and archaeology of Colombia - 11 days
Day 1: Bogotá, capital of gold miners
Steps: Candelaria
Come to your hotel in the heart of the historic centre and stroll through the picturesque streets of the Candelaria. The brightly coloured houses with their carved wooden balconies will charm you
Day 2: La Candelaria and the Gold Museum
Bogotá. Discover the largest collection of pre-Columbian gold objects and magnificent emeralds at the Gold Museum. At the Museum of Impressionism and Modernism, you will find the works of the famous Colombian artist Botero. In the evening, enjoy street entertainment in Bolivar and Chorro de Quevedo squares.
PLAZA DEL CHORRO DE QUEVEDO / MUSEO DEL ORO / MUSEO BOTERO / PLAZA BOLÍVAR & CATEDRAL DE PEREIRA
Day 3: Night in the stars
Steps: Neiva, Villavieja
Bogotá. Return to Bogotá to take the Neiva road, along the Magdalena River, then reach Villavieja, the gateway to the Tatacoa desert. In 4x4 discover "el cuzco", red desert, and "los hoyos" white deserts where you can swim. The Tatacoa is prized by geologists and paleontologists. Spend the night observing the stars at the Observatory
Day 4: Archaeological treasure hunt.
Steps: Villavieja, Tierradentro
Villavieja. Join Tierradentro to hike to the top of the Aguacate to enjoy the panoramic view of the valley. Book your afternoon to discover the ethnographic museum
Day 5: Let yourself be overwhelmed by the magic of the Duende Statues
Steps: San Agustín, Tierradentro
Tierradentro. Visit the Hipogeos Archaeological Park and the Statues of the Duende, which bear witness to the contemporary civilization of San Augustin.
Day 6: Colombia's black gold
Steps: San Agustín, Tierradentro
Tierradentro. Reach the village of San Augustin by following the Andean road along the Magdalena River. Take the opportunity of your afternoon to visit the village and a coffee producer'hacienda' to understand the process of making black gold!
Day 7: Horse riding on the heights of San Augustin
Steps: San Agustín
San Augustin. Visit the archaeological site of La Pelota on horseback and enjoy the panoramic view of the Magdalena River canyon from La Chaquira. Adventure in 4x4 on the archaeological site el Alto del Idolo.
ALTO DE LOS IDOLOS & ALTO DE LAS PIEDRAS
Day 8: Popayan, the white city of Colombia
Steps: Popayán
San Augustin. Join Popayan, one of Colombia's religious cities, and discover the Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, with its French architectural style. Take the time to visit the miniature replica "El Pueblito Patojo" to immerse yourself in the region and discover its crafts and cuisine.
CATEDRAL NUESTRA SEÑORA DE LA ASUNCIÓN
Day 9: Thermalism on the heights of Popayan
Steps: Popayán
Popayan. Walk on the heights of Popayan and reach the Belén chapel on the mountain of the same name. This sanctuary is dedicated to Ecce Homo and its architecture is Spanish. Enjoy the thermal waters of Coconuco for a moment of relaxation and relaxation at the foot of the Purace volcano
SANTUARIO DE BELÉN
Day 10: Discovering the Cauca Valley
. On the road leading to Cali, take a break in Silvia's Indigène indigenous market for your purchases and restore you. Discover Cali from the panoramic view of Cristo Rey before settling in the colonial quarter of San Antonio.
Day 11: Cali, world capital of salsa
Steps: Cali, Santa Fe De Antioquia
Cali. Visit the Merced Archaeological Museum and then the San Francisco Religious and Colonial Museum. Take advantage of your afternoon to discover the very charming city centre and the Ermita church, one of Cali's symbols. For this evening, join a dance class in one of the salsa academies open to tourists. Then go dancing until the end of the night to the wild rhythms.
How to get there - Candelaria
Book your activity - Candelaria
Book the Best Activities with Get Your Guide
Ideas for holidays and week-end breaks Colombia
-
Find a hotel
-
Car Rental
-
Find a local agency
