San Agustín Archaeological Park Private Tour
- 4 Stunden
- 8/10 | 1 Bewertung
On this private tour of the San Agustín Archaeological Park, we'll delve into the history and culture of the world's largest necropolis.
Description
We'll pick you up from your hotel at the indicated time to go to the San Agustín Archaeological Park, the largest necropolis in the world and one of the most important archaeological sites in Colombia.
On this tour, we will visit the Luis Duque Gomez Museum to see statues, tools, and pottery found in the necropolis excavations.
Next, we’ll explore the Bosque de las Estatuas, a 700-meter-long (2300-foot) gallery surrounded by ancient sculptures. We will proceed through the Mesitas A, B, and C to view funerary monuments, tombs, and the notable sculptures of the Eagle and the Sun God.
The tour includes discussions about the indigenous San Agustín culture's knowledge in architecture, mathematics, and astronomy, as well as their philosophy and worldview.
Our next stop will be the Lavapatas fountain, a remarkable piece of hydraulic engineering, where we will learn its significance. Then, we will visit Alto de Lavapatas, where a dwelling with a hearth and human remains dating back to 3300 BC was discovered, along with notable stone mounds significant to San Agustín's culture.
We will return to your hotel, arriving 4 hours after pickup.
Preise
Inklusive
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by car or minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Private and exclusive tour, there'll be no one else in your group
Nicht inklusive
- Admission to the San Agustín Archaeological Park: Non–nationals 65000COP, Colombian nationals 45000COP, Colombian students 20000COP, Children under 5 and over 62 years old free