Visit one of Colombia's most beautiful colonial towns -- Villa de Leyva -- on this 3-day trip from Bogota! Stop at the Boyacá Bridge, visit Convento Santo Ecce Homo, admire the impressive colonial architecture around town, and visit the small village of Raquira, known for its large craft market. This 3-day experience is the perfect opportunity to see one of Colombia's traditional towns.
Highlights
- Take a 3-day trip to beautiful Villa de Leyva from Bogotá
- Visit Convento Santo Ecce Homo, the small village of Raquira and Plaza Mayor
- Learn all about this colonial Colombian city from your expert guide
- Enjoy a day of free time to discover the colonial town at your own pace
- Transportation, breakfast, guided tours and entrance fees included
- Enjoy 2 nights of accommodation in a boutique hotel
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3-Day Trip to Villa de Leyva from Bogota
Take a 3-day trip to the colonial town of Villa de Leyva from Bogotá! Declared a national monument in 1954, this picturesque Colombian town has been frozen in time. Admire the cobblestone roads and whitewashed buildings and experience all that this beautiful town has to offer on a 3-day, 2-night trip from Bogotá.
You'll stay in a boutique hotel located in the heart of town, with complimentary breakfast each morning and transportation to and from your tours in Villa de Leyva. Visit Convento Santo Ecce Homo, Plaza Mayor, the small town of Raquira and more. Your expert guide will teach you all about the history of the town and show you the colonial village’s must-see highlights.
For a full itinerary, please see the Itinerary section below.
You'll stay in a boutique hotel located in the heart of town, with complimentary breakfast each morning and transportation to and from your tours in Villa de Leyva. Visit Convento Santo Ecce Homo, Plaza Mayor, the small town of Raquira and more. Your expert guide will teach you all about the history of the town and show you the colonial village’s must-see highlights.
For a full itinerary, please see the Itinerary section below.
Itinerary
Day 1:
After pickup from your Bogotá hotel, venture north to the small town of Villa de Leyva. On the way, stop at the Boyacá Bridge, where the Battle of Boyacá took place in the 17th century, which led Colombia to acquire its independence from the Spanish. As you continue your drive to Villa de Leyva, admire the scenic landscape while passing by the small Colombian towns of Tocancipá and Chocontá .
Once you reach Villa de Leyva, you'll have the chance to have lunch and relax at your boutique hotel before heading over to Convento Santo Ecce Homo, located right outside of Villa de Leyva. Experience the mysterious charm of this convent, which is now a historic site, on a guided tour. Explore the outdoor garden area while observing the exquisite architecture of the building. Then, head back to your hotel where the rest of the night is yours to enjoy.
Day 2:
After breakfast, enjoy a day to explore Villa de Leyva on your own. Create your personal sightseeing itinerary to see this charming Colombian city at your own pace. Visit Plaza Mayor, one of the largest town squares in the Americas. Surrounded by magnificent colonial structures and paved with cobblestones, this vast plaza is home to Casa Museo de Luis Alberto Acuña and Casa Museo de Antonio Nariño, both honoring great Colombian men. Also visit Iglesia Parroquial, built in 1608, which boasts an impressive baroque retable. Stop at any of the nearby cafés or restaurants for lunch and dinner before heading back to your hotel.
Day 3:
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before beginning your journey back to Bogotá. On your way back, stop at the small village of Raquira. Admire the brightly painted buildings and welcoming locals as you browse dozens of craft shops around the main square. You'll see homemade pottery, baskets, bags, jewelry, wood carvings and more as you cruise around the main square. Enjoy lunch (own expense) in Raquira before heading to your Bogotá hotel.
After pickup from your Bogotá hotel, venture north to the small town of Villa de Leyva. On the way, stop at the Boyacá Bridge, where the Battle of Boyacá took place in the 17th century, which led Colombia to acquire its independence from the Spanish. As you continue your drive to Villa de Leyva, admire the scenic landscape while passing by the small Colombian towns of Tocancipá and Chocontá .
Once you reach Villa de Leyva, you'll have the chance to have lunch and relax at your boutique hotel before heading over to Convento Santo Ecce Homo, located right outside of Villa de Leyva. Experience the mysterious charm of this convent, which is now a historic site, on a guided tour. Explore the outdoor garden area while observing the exquisite architecture of the building. Then, head back to your hotel where the rest of the night is yours to enjoy.
Day 2:
After breakfast, enjoy a day to explore Villa de Leyva on your own. Create your personal sightseeing itinerary to see this charming Colombian city at your own pace. Visit Plaza Mayor, one of the largest town squares in the Americas. Surrounded by magnificent colonial structures and paved with cobblestones, this vast plaza is home to Casa Museo de Luis Alberto Acuña and Casa Museo de Antonio Nariño, both honoring great Colombian men. Also visit Iglesia Parroquial, built in 1608, which boasts an impressive baroque retable. Stop at any of the nearby cafés or restaurants for lunch and dinner before heading back to your hotel.
Day 3:
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before beginning your journey back to Bogotá. On your way back, stop at the small village of Raquira. Admire the brightly painted buildings and welcoming locals as you browse dozens of craft shops around the main square. You'll see homemade pottery, baskets, bags, jewelry, wood carvings and more as you cruise around the main square. Enjoy lunch (own expense) in Raquira before heading to your Bogotá hotel.
