Breaking Borders: Bogota Gansters Story
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
What if you could see a side of Bogotá that the guidebooks won't show you? Just steps away from the bustling Plaza de Bolívar and El Chorro de Quevedo—the birthplace of the city—lies a neighborhood that holds some of Bogotá's most powerful secrets. Here, history comes alive on the streets rather than in a museum. On this exclusive, private tour, you will gain access to a community that most travelers never see. This isn't about seeking danger; it's about finding hope and resilience where you least expect it. Highlights - Go behind the historic center to witness a community's transformation. - Get exclusive access to a neighborhood few travelers see. - Led by former gang members who transformed their lives. - Discover the flavor of "chicha", a traditional Colombian alcoholic beverage. - This tour directly supports a local community project.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bilingual expert guide (English, Spanish)
- Local snack and traditional "chicha" drink
- Personal guide from the Egipto neighborhood
- Private transportation to and from your hotel (with transportation option)
What's not
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Lunch
- Optional tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Begin your journey at Chorro de Quevedo in La Candelaria, the birthplace of Bogotá. Meet your guide and learn about the remarkable Breaking Borders initiative. Wander through streets where captivating murals tell the story of Egipto's transformation from a dangerous past to a hopeful future, thanks to the power of tourism. Hear inspiring stories of how former gang members are reshaping their lives and their community. You’ll meet your guide at Chorro Quevedo in La Candelaria, the founding place of Bogotá. There you will learn about the project before heading to Nuestra Señora de Egipto, the church located at the entrance of Barrio Egipto. This is also the scene for the festivities on the 6th of January. All along the way, you will be able to see the history of the people illustrated in impressive graffiti art. Your guide will let you in on the meanings and stories behind these murals.
Climb the hills of Egipto and explore a community that, despite ongoing challenges, is rich in culture and hope. Visit the Iglesia de Egipto and the new community football field, a symbol of the neighborhood's progress and commitment to its youth. Discover how this field plays a vital role in the transformation of the area's social fabric.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- If option selected is without transport, the meeting point is the Chorro de Quevedo, in front of the small chapel in Bogotá
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Impulse Travel
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- We recommend taking cash for personal expenses
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes.
How it compares in Bogotá
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 846 experiences we list in Bogotá.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 64 of 846.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Bogotá
Bogotá, Colombia's capital, sits high in the Andes at around 2,600 metres, with a colonial old quarter, a famed gold museum and a hilltop church.
La Candelaria, the old quarter, lies at the foot of the eastern hills, with streets of colonial houses, galleries and murals around Plaza de Bolívar and its cathedral. The Gold Museum holds thousands of pre-Hispanic gold objects, and the Botero Museum shows the plump figures of Fernando Botero, who gave the city his collection. Above town, a funicular and cable car rise to Monserrate, a white church at over 3,100 metres.
Top-ranked sights in Bogotá: Plaza de Bolivar, Botero Museum (Museo Botero), Gold Museum (Museo del Oro).
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