Tierradentro National Archaeological Park Tour
Tierradentro National Archaeological Park Tour
We'll pick you up at 5 am at your hotel in Popayán to start this full-day excursion, which we assure you'll be worth the early start!
Then we'll leave for the National Archaeological Park of Tierradentro, one of the most important archaeological sites in Cauca. On the way, we'll stop for breakfast in the village of Inzá. We'll soon reach our destination of great anthropological and historical richness, and once we're there you'll understand its name, we won't reveal the mystery yet!
First, we'll take a tour of the park, where we'll be able to see traces of three historical periods: pre-Hispanic, colonial and republican. We'll walk among its pyramids and underground tombs called 'hypogea', excavated in the volcanic rock itself, and we'll admire the decorations of the different burial chambers. Did you know that some of them reach a depth of 8 metres (26 feet)?
We'll also learn about the history of the Paez people, who inhabited this territory before the arrival of the Spaniards and allied with their neighbours to try to protect their land. Would they have built these caves? We'll find out!
After the visit to the tombs, we'll go up to the surface to see the stone statues of indigenous idols in the shape of animals and enter the museum, which houses some of the objects found in the excavations.
At midday, we'll take a break to recharge our batteries with a lunch that includes a chicken or meat dish accompanied by rice, soup, salad, 'patacones', twice-fried plantain chips, and a drink. In the afternoon, we'll discover the vestiges of the colonial era by visiting the church of San Andrés de Pisimbalá, a structure built of stone with a thatched roof.
Finally, we'll return to Popayán, and you'll be dropped off at your hotel between 8 pm and 9 pm.
More Information
Duration
16 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Pickup and transfer back to the hotel
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Lunch
Entrance to the National Archaeological Park of Tierradentro
Breakfast and lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Destinos Tours
Corporate name: Elkin Alejandro Cordoba Perez
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
