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Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days
Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days
Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days
Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days
Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days

Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days

By Elkin Alejandro Cordoba
Free cancellation available
Price is $700 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

We are the only agency that offers this tour in the region, ensuring an authentic and unique experience.

We take you to archaeological and natural sites that few have had the privilege of knowing.

Enjoy a more personalized and close experience, without the crowds of other tourist destinations.

Experience culture through flavors with delicious dishes prepared by local communities.

Discover the magic of ancient civilizations, their beliefs and their enigmatic stone sculptures.

By traveling with us, you directly support local communities and the sustainable development of the region.

Activity location

  • Popayan
    • Popayan, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Popayan
    • Popayan, Colombia

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Archaeological Excursion of Tierradentro and San Agustín in 3 days in Spanish
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • Opening hours: Fri 7:00am-8:00am
  • Spanish

Pickup included

Language options: Spanish
Price details
$700.00 x 1 Adult$700.00

Total
Price is $700.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guides experts in archaeology, history and nature.
  • What's includedWhat's includedGround transportation in private vehicles.
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrances to both archaeological parks.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDinners
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses.

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for children under 8.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Popayan to Earth inside.
  • 7 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: This tour ends at approximately 4:00PM and we will rest at the hotel the cover or similar.
Popayan
  • 3h
We will pick you up at 7:00 in the morning at your hotel in Popayan to start this excursion. We will leave for Tierradentro National Archaeological Park, one of the most important archaeological sites in Colombia.
Guanacas
  • 1h 30m
We will make a short stop to take pictures in the amazing valley of the frailejones (unique plant of the Andean ecosystem). Then, we will continue our tour for about an hour until we reach the charming village of Inzá.
Inza
  • 40m
In the village of Inza we will enjoy a delicious breakfast.
Pirámide de Tierradentro
  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket included
We will walk for about an hour until we reach the great pyramid of Inza and its underground caves from here we will observe great landscapes on the ullucos river.
Tierradentro National Archaeological Park
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Then we will arrive at the archaeological park full of anthropological and historical wealth. We will take a tour of the park, where we will observe vestiges of three historical periods: pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican. We will walk among pyramids and underground graves called hypogea, which were dug directly into the volcanic rock. We will admire the decorations of the burial chambers, some of which reach up to 8 meters deep. In addition, we will learn the history of the brave indigenous Paeces, who inhabited this territory before the arrival of the Spanish. These peoples allied with their neighbors to defend their lands. Would they be the builders of these graves? We'll find out together! After visiting the hypogea, we will climb to the surface to observe the stone statues shaped like animals representing indigenous idols. We will also visit the park museum, where objects found during excavations are displayed.
San Andrés de pisimbala
  • 40m
We will pause to enjoy a delicious lunch.
Iglesia Doctrinera San Andres de Pisimbala
  • 30m
In the afternoon, we will explore vestiges of the colonial era by visiting the church of San Andrés de Pisimbalá, a curious stone structure with a thatched roof.
Day 2: From inland to St. Augustine.
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Stay at the hotel "los Andaquies" or similar.
Tierradentro
  • 6h
In the hotel you will enjoy a delicious breakfast to get ready and leave at 8:00 AM heading for San Agustin, during the journey we will have time to stop for lunch.
San Agustin
We will arrive at the hotel "los Andaquies" or similar. In the afternoon there will be free time to visit the beautiful colorful village of San Agustin.
Day 3: From San Agustin to Popayan (End of tour).
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included
San Agustin Archaeological Park
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket not included
Breakfast and get ready for this day visit the San Agustin museum and archaeological park at 8:00 AM.
Estrecho Del Magdalena
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
We will recharge with a delicious homemade lunch and then visit the Strait of Magdalena.
Parque Arqueologico Alto de los Idolos
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
We will head to the high archaeological park of idols.
Parque Arqueologico Alto de los Idolos
At around 4:00 PM we will begin the return to Popayan. Estimated arrival time 7:00PM (end of tour).

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPopayan
    • Popayan, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPopayan
    • Popayan, Colombia

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