Embark on a private tour to Villa de Leyva and immerse yourself in Colombian heritage and natural wonders. Explore colonial architecture, enjoy delicious local food, and visit historical sites and attractions.
Embark on a private tour to Villa de Leyva and immerse yourself in Colombian heritage and natural wonders. Explore colonial architecture, enjoy delicious local food, and visit historical sites and attractions.
- Casa Terracota - This enchanting location blends architecture, design, and various arts and crafts. Conceived by Colombian architect and ceramist Octavio Mendoza Morales, it aims to foster a harmonious and alternative lifestyle for individuals, communities, and the environment.
- Museo Paleontologico de Villa de Leyva - Situated at km 1.5 on…
- Casa Terracota - This enchanting location blends architecture, design, and various arts and crafts. Conceived by Colombian architect and ceramist Octavio Mendoza Morales, it aims to foster a harmonious and alternative lifestyle for individuals, communities, and the environment.
- Museo Paleontologico de Villa de Leyva - Situated at km 1.5 on the Vía Arcabuco, this museum is housed in a colonial architectural gem built in 1570 as a mill. It preserves paleontological and cultural heritage, featuring fossil pieces from the Cretaceous period, 130 million years ago. The collection includes 2,425 pieces, with 441 on display. Additionally, it boasts around 130 species from various ecosystems in the country and a live collection of native species for educational, research, and conservation purposes. The museum is affiliated with the Faculty of Science of the National University of Colombia.
- Iglesia de Nuestra Senora del Rosario - Located on the eastern side of the Plaza Mayor in the charming Villa, this church is dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary.
- Plaza Mayor - Covering 14,000 m², Villa de Leyva’s Plaza Mayor is one of the largest squares in America. This cobblestone area features a water fountain and the church of Our Lady of the Rosary. Surrounding the square, visitors can find restaurants, hotels, museums, and craft shops, all maintaining the colonial architecture typical of the municipality.
- Monasterio Del Santo Eccehomo - Founded by the Dominicans on March 15, 1620, the Monastery of Ecce Homo served as an evangelization center and retreat for elderly friars, away from urban centers. The religious architecture follows Spanish patterns, with convents in the country reflecting specific types with minor material variations.
- Pozos Azules - Located a few kilometers from the Villa on the road to Santa Sofia, these stunning blue wells are artificial and situated on private land.
- Casa Museo Antonio Narino - A perfect place to admire the life and work of this historical hero, while also learning about Human Rights and other fascinating information.
- Museo El Fosil - The Museo El Fósil in Villa de Leyva, Colombia, showcases one of the world’s best-preserved kronosaur fossils, dating back 120 million years. The museum also features a collection of marine fossils, highlighting the region’s rich geological history.
- Souvenirs from GoBogotá
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Snacks
- Travel medical insurance
- Driver guide in Spanish (other languages for extra USD 30)
- Souvenirs from GoBogotá
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Snacks
- Travel medical insurance
- Driver guide in Spanish (other languages for extra USD 30)
- Personal expenses
- Personal expenses
Dare to visit the wonderful Villa de Leyva, a charming place for its colonial architecture. The trip is adorned by beautiful landscapes and historical places, you will learn about the customs, typical dishes and much more. On the way you will also visit places like the Boyacá bridge, the place where the battle to obtain our independence took place.
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Dare to visit the wonderful Villa de Leyva, a charming place for its colonial architecture. The trip is adorned by beautiful landscapes and historical places, you will learn about the customs, typical dishes and much more. On the way you will also visit places like the Boyacá bridge, the place where the battle to obtain our independence took place.
In Villa de Leyva you will visit the Plaza Mayor, famous for its size and stone floor; museums, churches, convents and attractions such as the blue wells, the infiernito, archaeological and fossil museum, vineyards, monastery santo eccehomo (you can choose 2 attractions. It does not include Casa Terracota, this is additional).
On the way back to Bogota, we pass through the towns of Sutamarchan and Ráquira, the latter is a picturesque place famous worldwide for its long tradition of ceramic work.
And finally, we will arrive at the starting point in Bogota and the place of your choice.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.