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From Pasto: Binational Tour of the Sanctuary of Las Lajas and the Tulcán Cemetery

By Travesía Ecoturismo de Aventura
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 16,221 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 13h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Visit the stunning Sanctuary of Las Lajas, overlooking the Guáitara River canyon
  • Explore the famous Tulcán Cemetery and its cypress sculptures
  • Discover Andean handicrafts at Plaza de los Ponchos
  • Enjoy local cuisine and Andean landscapes on the binational route

Activity location

    • Pasto
    • Pasto, Nariño, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Pasto
    • Pasto, Nariño, Colombia

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From Pasto: Binational Tour of the Sanctuary of Las Lajas and the Tulcán Cemetery
  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 16,221.33 x 1 AdultP 16,221.33
Total
Price is P 16,221.33

What's included, what's not

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    Round-trip tourist ground transportation from Pasto
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    Local guide and licensed guide throughout the entire experience
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    Medical assistance card during the activity
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    First aid assistance
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    Breakfast or snack along the way
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    Traditional lunch (guinea pig, Pastuso-style fried meat, or Creole chicken)
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    Guided visit to the Sanctuary of Las Lajas
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    Visit to the Tulcán Cemetery in Ecuador
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    Tour of Plaza de los Ponchos and the artisanal area
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    Professional photo documentation of the tour
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    Final tour video provided to the client
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    Cable car ticket
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    Personal purchases at local craft shops or markets
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    Extra beverages or food not specified in the tour
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    Tips for guide or driver (optional)
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    Personal expenses during the tour
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    Immigration documentation required to enter Ecuador, if applicable

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs

What you can expect

Discover some of the most iconic destinations in southern Colombia and along the border with Ecuador on this cultural and scenic experience departing from Pasto.

On this excursion, we will travel through the Andean landscapes of the department of Nariño until we reach the majestic Sanctuary of Las Lajas, considered one of the world's most impressive temples due to its architecture, built over the Guáitara River canyon.

There, you will learn about the history of the sanctuary and its spiritual significance, and you will have time to tour the site and enjoy its natural viewpoints.

The tour continues to Ecuador to visit the famous Tulcán Cemetery, renowned for its impressive cypress sculptures, which depict artistic figures unlike any others in the world.

We will also visit the traditional Plaza de los Ponchos, where you can see the region's handwoven ruanas and learn about the traditional textile techniques that are part of Andean culture.

During the experience, you will have the opportunity to enjoy local cuisine and discover some of the region's natural attractions, working hand in hand with local communities that preserve their cultural traditions.

This tour is ideal for travelers who want to discover the cultural, natural, and artisanal richness of the Andean region through an experience that connects Colombia and Ecuador in a single day.

Location

Activity location

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    • Pasto
    • Pasto, Nariño, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Pasto
    • Pasto, Nariño, Colombia