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A large stone sculpture with a face, surrounded by a bamboo fence. 1
A stone sculpture with a carved face, a hat, and a bow tie. 2
A lush green valley with terraced fields and a winding path. 3
A group of people standing in front of the Parque Arqueológico San Agustín entrance. 4
Two people walking towards a stone sculpture under a wooden shelter in a forested area. 5
By Destinos Tours, viajes y ecoturismo
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 1,015 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Experience the culture through traditions shared by local communities
    • Enjoy a personalized tour, without crowds or rushed routes
    • See megalithic monuments that are unique in Latin America
    • Travel with highly trained local drivers and guides
    • We'll take you to archaeological and natural sites that few travelers know about

Activity location

    • Popayán
    • Popayán, Cauca, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Popayán
    • Popayán, Cauca, Colombia

Check availability

San Agustín, a trip to the Archaeological Park

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English
Starting time: 5:00
Price details
RM 1,014.94 x 2 AdultsRM 2,029.88
Total
Price is RM 2,029.88

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Breakfast x1
  • Inclusions
    Lunch x1
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees
  • Inclusions
    Ground transportation by private vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Local guide with expertise in archaeology, history, and nature
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Dinner
  • Exclusions
    Items of a personal nature
  • Exclusions
    Additional activities

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Baby carriages, Explosive substances, Firework, Littering, Smoking, Smoking in the vehicle, Smoking indoors
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People with back problems, People with recent surgeries, People with respiratory issues

What you can expect

  • During this sightseeing tour, travelers can enjoy stunning landscapes that change as they leave Popayán: the road opens up between mountains, cultivated fields, and small houses that showcase the region's daily life. The fresh morning air and the light of dawn make the van ride feel peaceful and pleasant, perfect for starting this excursion.

    Before continuing, there's a special moment to stop and enjoy a traditional breakfast. It is a simple but welcoming space, where you can savor the typical aromas of the region and enjoy a breather before continuing on your journey.

    Upon arrival at the San Agustín Archaeological Park, the experience changes completely. The paths are surrounded by nature, and the atmosphere is uniquely silent, as if the place holds thousands of stories. Visitors encounter huge sculptures made of volcanic stone, each with striking details: stern faces, figures that blend humans and animals, and shapes that still raise questions about how they were created. Walking among these pieces makes you imagine how the pre-Columbian cultures that inhabited this territory lived.

    During the visit, you can also see ancient tombs, mounds, and ceremonial sites that show how important this place was in the past. The whole tour feels like a journey to another era, always accompanied by the tranquility of the surroundings.

    At the end, a typical lunch gives you a chance to rest, chat a bit, and savor local flavors before getting back on the road. The return journey offers one last chance to admire the landscapes of the south of the country once again, leaving you with the feeling of having experienced a full day packed with history, nature, and memorable moments.

Location

Activity location

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    • Popayán
    • Popayán, Cauca, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Popayán
    • Popayán, Cauca, Colombia