Guática & Quinchía Day Trip
Guática & Quinchía Day Trip
At 7 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Manizales and drive to the Department of Risaralda in northwest Colombia.
Our tour will begin with 2-hour 30-minute jeep ride to Quinchía, the first village we'll visit. This picturesque spot, located between hills, has an impressive natural and cultural heritage. It was also awarded the title of Most Beautiful Town in Risaralda in 1985.
After visiting this village, we'll enter the Tierras de Xixarca Archaeological Museum, which houses an important collection of unique objects from the Quimbaya civilization. We'll learn about the history of this indigenous group as we work our way through the museum's different rooms.
Next, we'll visit a filigree workshop. Here, we'll see local craftspeople making the typical handicrafts from Quinchía using this goldsmithing technique.
We'll take a break to have a traditional local lunch consisting of one course and a drink. After eating, we'll head to Guática through the landscapes of northern Risaralda.
This town dates back to the year 1638 when it was founded by a group of indigenous people led by the cacique Guática, who gave his name to the settlement. The municipality itself is well-known locally for its silk production. Its community plants mulberry trees and raises worms that produce high quality silk, which is then used in fabric production.
In addition, we'll learn about this locally developed process step by step. You'll also have time to do some shopping before we return to Manizales and drop you back at your hotel at around 4 pm.
Tour without lunch
If you'd prefer to bring your own lunch, then this option is the best one for you. You'll have time to eat your own lunch before the visit to Guática.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off.
Transport by jeep.
English speaking guide.
Lunch (optional).
Tickets.
Small group sizes, there won't be more than 3 people.
When to book?
You can book up until 3 days 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
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
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.
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 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Recreatur San Cristobal Corporate name: Recreatur SAN CRISTOBAL SAS Registered Office: avenida sur No 29-30, Pereira, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): NIT 900603131 Contact information Email: comercialweb@recreatur.co Phone: +57 3174050999
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