
Silvia Tour + Visit to a Misak Community
With this day trip to Silvia, we'll discover the green landscapes of the 'Switzerland of America' and visit a Misak community to learn about their customs. Tour Details. We'll pick you up at your hotel in Popayán at the indicated time and drive...
- 7 hours
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With this day trip to Silvia, we'll discover the green landscapes of the 'Switzerland of America' and visit a Misak community to learn about their customs.
Tour Details
We'll pick you up at your hotel in Popayán at the indicated time and drive for 1.5 hours to Silvia, located in a valley of the Cordillera Central of Colombia.
Upon arrival, we will take a guided tour of Silvia, exploring its attractions, including the welcome sign, the Nuestra Señora de Chiquinquirá parish church, and the Belén viewpoint for a panoramic view of the town. If you participate on a Tuesday, we will also visit the indigenous market.
At midday, we will have a break for a typical lunch featuring fish, meat, or grilled chicken, along with side dishes and a drink.
Next, we will depart for the region of Guambia to visit Casa Payán, a site dedicated to the preservation of ancestral medicine. Here, we will learn about the use of native medicinal plants and their health benefits. We will also explore a botanical garden while learning about the Misak cosmovision and their connection with nature.
Finally, we will return to Popayán, arriving at your hotel after approximately 7 hours.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pickup and transfer
- Transport by bus or minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Lunch
Tips
- Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility or pushchairs/strollers