Tour Barichara

Explore Santander’s top sites in this Barichara and San Gil Day Tour. Our guide and driver will take you to the touristic capital of Santander: San Gil. Then head to a town which is considered the most beautiful of Colombia: Barichara. Dive into Santander region with this tour across its breathtaking landscapes of lush nature. Discover heritage towns, old colonial paths, cobblestoned streets and tons of “Encanto” all around. A short but comprehensive tour around two of Santander’s jewels. On one hand Barichara preserves in its architecture some of the most authentic features of our colonial past. Not for nothing it is part of the Heritage Towns of Colombia. On the other hand, San Gil is the pioneer of outdoor extreme sports in Colombia. This is the perfect place for adrenaline lovers who enjoy including a good dose of adventure in its itinerary.

Crossing from the charming small town of Barichara to the even smaller and magical town of Guane is one of those activities you must do when in Santander. You will adventure through a path that has a perfect combination of cobblestoned trails, nature, amazing landscapes, warm and friendly people all along the way. And though the day will be a bit hot, we guarantee you it will all be worth it as there will not be a minute of boredom during this walk. Join us and live it on your own! The Camino Real from Barichara to Guane is a path of 5,5 km and walking it can take from 2 to 3 hours. The hike has a low-medium level of difficulty and most of the route is on a wide cobblestone path so no one can miss this experience. This path was declared a national monument in 1977 and restored in 1988. It is a faithful reflection of the work of the Guane Indians who inhabited the area, since it was built with stone, so representative of this region.

Barichara, known as the most beautiful town in Colombia, is famous for its colonial architecture, the quiet cobbled streets, adobe houses and artisan workshops and its craft shops among other things. You will see amazing churches, chapels, graveyards, sculptures and parks. Also, you will be entering the stores where the handcrafted goods are made and sold. These handcrafted goods include baskets, paper, clothing, bags, shoes, tiny figures, dream catchers, etc. which will become great souvenirs to take back home. You will even have the opportunity to make handmade paper yourself from different plants, making this activity an experience you won't want to miss. If you wish to do a physical activity, you will have the opportunity to walk down the Camino Real (or parts of it). It is a trail that was build 150 years ago by the famous German immigrant Geo von Lengerke and has a lot of history. The complete hiking trail is about 5 km (3.1 miles) long and takes you about 2 hours.

The Ancestral Walk to Cabrera is unique. Tourists will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the region while hiking the royal road and upon reaching cabrera they can taste some of the typical dishes of the region. Also, during the walk tourists will appreciate the different fossils that are embedded throughout the royal road since this area was sea more than 1.5 billion years ago.

You will visit the Mirador (look-out), with a wonderful view of the Suarez River and Suarez Canyon far below. In addition to this, you’ll visit the Archaeological and Paleontological Museum, created by Father Isaias Diaz Ardila in 1970. Here you’ll uncover a collection of more than 10,000 fossils millions of years old, a 700-year-old mummy that was discovered in one of the many Chicamocha Canyon caves, along with ceramics, necklaces, and other objects made by the Guane Indians.

Barichara is known throughout Colombia, as simply the most beautiful town you can find anywhere. It is one of 3 heritage-listed colonial municipalities a must!

This excursion to the mountain range of the Uchata is a great experience. Tourists can connect with nature in a unique way, they could see animals like the Jaguar and the Eyeglasses bear. You can also appreciate the beauty of the Andes, with its large trees that grow for centuries and more than 1450 species of birds. Remember that Colombia is the country with the most bird species in the world.

More than just a transfer to Barichara from Bucaramanga. This tour includes a 30-minute cable car ride through the Chicamocha Canyon, a tour of PANACHI with its magical views, and a tour of the most beautiful town in Colombia; Barichara!

Hiking from Barichara to Guane is one of the must-do hikes during your stay in Santander, Colombia. And the only way to make this an even more fantastic experience is to finish up with a wonderful 3-hour gastronomical tour through Barichara!

Often referred to as the most stunning and beautiful Colombian town, Barichara is renowned for its colonial architecture, peaceful cobbled roads, artisan workshops, adobe houses and the craft shops within. On you tour you’ll visit remarkable chapels, churches, graveyards, parks and sculptures. You’ll checkout some of the best-handcrafted artisan shops where you can pick up a unique souvenir. You’ll also have the opportunity to use a local plant called Fique to make your very own handmade paper. After you’ve mastered the art of papermaking or at least given it a good try, you’ll checkout the incredible views of the Suarez Canyon at the edge of the town. At this point you have the choice of strolling around Barichara and taking more photos or exploring the Camino Real trail (or at least part of it) and hiking for about 2 hours to Guane. This trail was built by Geo von Lengerke, a famous German immigrant about 150 years ago and is approximately 3 miles (5 km) long.

Starting in Bogotá, you’ll explore the oldest neighborhood; La Candelaria. Followed by receiving some amazing views of the capital city from the great height of Monserrate. Next, you’ll explore the Salt Mine Cathedral of Zipaquira, and walk through the labyrinth of chambers 600ft below ground. Continue your day with a stop in the artisan town of Raquira. And finish staying the night in the 400-year-old colonial town of Villa de Leyva, with its cobblestone streets and amazing architecture. You’ll voyage into Santander, where you’ll find the most beautiful town in Colombia; Barichara. You’ll enjoy 2 nights in this wonderful location, as well as exploring the Juan Curí waterfalls, surrounded by natural beauty. Next, it’s onto the heritage town Giron, for a cable car ride to the Santisimo Ecoparque. Enjoy the spectacular views from a viewing platform above a 121 ft. giant statue of Christ. To finish you’ll also enjoy the beautiful water and light show and simply sensational sunset.

Visiting Barichara, San Gil and Curiti, you will get to know 3 of the 17 emblematic towns of Santander. While Barichara attracts tourists for its perfectly preserved colonial architecture, San Gil is recognized as the tourist capital of the Department, standing out in extreme sports or better known as adventure tourism. During the tour of Barichara you will enjoy the calmness of its streets and you will understand why people call it the most beautiful town in Colombia. When you see different churches, chapels, sculptures, etc. it is clear why most of the inhabitants of this town are artists. At the edge of Barichara there is an incredible view of the Suarez River Canyon. Curiti, known as the "weavers village" is one of the villages where we will find and learn about the most beautiful products made of fique fiber. In this place stories are woven with natural fibers, living heritage of the Guanes Indians, who were the first to inhabit these lands.

10 amazing days on a Private Tour of Colombia! Explore the most beautiful town in Colombia; Barichara along with magnificent waterfalls, tropical jungles, magical beaches, crystal clear oceans, an ancient city, a mud volcano, a day on the amazing Rosario Islands and of course Cartagena! This 10-day tour combines adventure, history, and more – it’s also simply the best way possible to spend your time in the spectacular country of Colombia!

Immerse yourself in the unique beauty of the "Chicamocha Canyon, the second largest worldwide. Enjoy the stunning sounds and the incredible view that nature has for you, its endemic birds singing and revoking as you walk along the royal road to Jordan, built by Guane Indians over 500 years ago and their howler monkeys who feel alive in the distance while keeping the Canyon awake. Upon reaching the Chicamocha River, you can relax in "Shangri-La", the walkers' refuge with its natural pool, restaurant, cabins and dozens of brightly colored hammocks that call you to rest. Then, upon reaching the smallest town in Colombia, Jordan Santander; With less than 60 inhabitants, you will see Colombia's first toll while letting the locals themselves tell you the story of Jordan.

It's about having fun while you exercise and connect with yourself. There are more than 5 kilometers of ascent to the town of Los Santos, ancient habitat of the Guane Indians. This charming place still preserves many of the caves with cave paintings of the natives. Just be sure to photograph the gigantic Chicamocha canyon, the second longest in the world as you ascend. This captivating stone road is part of the network of royal roads, rebuilt by the German Geo Von Lengerke after the time of the colony in Colombia. You will practically and literally be walking through the first avenues of Colombia, which helped the development of the economy in those times. Come and let the guide hired for the day tell you the story of Jordan, the smallest town in Colombia, where you can also find the country's first toll. This walk will measure you a bit physically and mentally.

Feel the adrenaline as you descend 190 meters down the stunning Manchego Waterfall. This experience is for true adventure lovers. In addition to rappelling down 190 meters, you will encounter a beautiful landscape with Howler Monkeys in a completely natural environment. After a refreshing swim in the waterfall's plunge pool, the adventure will continue with a challenging uphill path, lasting approximately 1.30 hours.