Private Villa de Leyva Full-Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Villa de Leyva's colonial architecture
- Discover the Pozos Azules natural pools
- Visit the Fossil Museum with ancient artifacts
- Stroll through the main square, Plaza Mayor
- Experience local artisan markets and shops
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Bogotá
- Guided tour of Villa de Leyva's historic sites
- Visit to the Pozos Azules natural pools
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Villa de Leyva has always been very popular among tourists. Not only it has some of the most well-preserved colonial architecture in the country, but the city is rich in history, archeology, and surrounded by striking natural beauty.
Guided visit at Raquira Town of pottery crafters
These mineral-rich pools reflect a blue-green sky on a clear day: a wonderful contrast to the surrounding semi-desert and pine-forests. These artificial water-reservoirs are too mineral-rich to bathe in or drink, but beautiful to contemplate.
You will get to the Paleontological Museums, as the valley where Villa de Leyva is located is rich in fossils from the Cretaceous era. The story goes that a kid digging in his backyard tumbled into the first fossils.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in Spanish; ensure you have a basic understanding of the language.
- Meals and personal expenses are not included; plan accordingly.
- The tour involves walking; consider your comfort with physical activity.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the town and natural sites.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and historic architecture.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please keep in mind most of this tour requires walking and operates in all weather conditions.
- This tour also has a shared option that includes round-trip transportation from Bogotá, a 3-hour guided walking tour in Villa de Leyva, 2 hours of free time to have lunch and explore, and all-risk insurance.
- For the shared tour, a minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate. If only one person books and the minimum is not met, the customer will be offered either a change of date or a 100% refund.
Traveler reviews
COLOMBIA DEAR: THANK YOU FOR YOUR BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES AND THE QUALITY OF YOUR PEOPLE!
A wonderful experience in Villa de Leyva. Visiting Pozos Azules, touring its paths and enjoying the beauty of the pine park was truly unforgettable. I want to highlight not only the magic of the place, but also the human quality of those who were part of the experience: always attentive, supportive and considerate at all times. Thanks to that accompaniment I was able to fully enjoy myself, even when I needed support during the tour. Villa de Leyva continues to surprise with its charm, natural beauty and positive transformation. Undoubtedly, a destination that inspires us to continue believing and investing in Colombian tourism. Highly recommended!
Historic, Peaceful, and Unlike Anywhere Else in Colombia
I had an incredible experience on the Gran Colombia private tour to Villa de Leyva with Camilo! From start to finish, everything was seamless and enjoyable. Camilo’s knowledge of the region, history, and local culture truly brought the tour to life. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure every detail of the trip was perfect. Villa de Leyva itself is stunning, and exploring it with Camilo made the experience even more special. He guided us through the charming streets, historical sites, and hidden gems that we might have missed on our own. I also appreciated how flexible he was, tailoring the tour to our interests and pace. This tour exceeded all my expectations, and I can’t recommend it enough. If you want a personalized, informative, and genuinely enjoyable experience in Colombia, Camilo and Gran Colombia Tours are the way to go! Just know it’s a long day!
Excellent Excursion
This amazing private tour, led by Camilo, took us out of Bogota to explore many amazing sights. Camilo picked us up at our hotel at 6 am and he dropped us back off at almost 9 pm! We spent as much time as we wanted at each location. We started with a breakfast stop at a wonderful country cafe. Our next stop was Villa de Leyva, a picturesque, charming village with many beautiful shops and restaurants, a museum, and an historic square. Camilo took us to enjoy the best dessert in Colombia there! We continued our adventure at the fossil museum, Pozos Azules, and the colorful town of Raquira, where we had a fantastic lunch at Camilo’s favorite restaurant. Camilo has endless energy and patience. He provided the perfect finale for our Bogota vacation.
Just what I was looking for, a place without modernity, that can breathe clean air, that I brought to life before so many buildings
The place is very nice, good food excellent 1000 leaves lots of tranquility, good weather, excellent guide just oo that judged
Excellent tour to Villa de Leyva and surrounding
The best way to know Villa de Leyva and surrounding. Great tour, well organized and with an excellent guide ,Camilo friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The tour company always in touch. Highly recommended!!!