Full-Day Private Tour to Villa de Leyva
Streets paved in stone and white walls greet travellers arriving in Villa de Leyva a town in Boyacá which is part of the Colombian National Network Of Heritage Towns. it is located 4 hours by land north of Bogotá. Founded on June 12 1572 and recognise what colonial architecture, Villa de Leyva lives the 21st century with intensity, sharing its history with all who visit it.
Here you will take a walk along the town to see the old colonial houses that have been transformed into museums and the convent of the Holy Ecce Homo, which since 1620 has attracted pilgrims from around the globe. At the end of this experience we will return to Bogota.
Options
Private
Spanish or english speaking guide service.
Pickup included
What's included in Full-Day Private Tour to Villa de Leyva
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Puente de Boyaca
A representative from Panamericana Travel DMC will pick you up at the hotel to begin a journey through the beautiful landscapes of Boyaca, Tunja and Villa de Leyva. The first stop will be at “el Puente de Boyaca”, where the battle in which the Country acquired its definite independence took place. Here you will see the obelisk and the triumphal arch.
Tunja
The tour will continue towards Tunja (which means 'mighty man' in Chibcha), a town that in times of the Muiscas was already of great relevance and continued to be so in the colonial times. There you will take a walk to visit the Founder's House
Casa Del Fundador Gonzalo Suarez RendonPass-by Only
a typical construction of the XVI century. Now it is home for the Tourism and Culture Board
Inclusions
- Typical Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- not recommended for passengers with mobility problems
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- This tour involves large amount of time seating in a vehicle
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Meet your guide at the hotel lobby
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Not recommended for pregnant women • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.