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Chivor: 2-Day Emerald Mine Tour CORE w/ Hacienda Stay

All-inclusive experience in Chivor (Boyaca), Colombia 🇨🇴

Step into a private emerald legacy where heritage, craftsmanship, and curated service come together for an unforgettable Andean journey.

  • All-inclusive stay
Private Mine Access
Local Expert Guides
All Meals Included
Hacienda Stay Included
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FromCOP 670,000per person

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Choose how you'll arrive — travel to Chivor isn't part of the plan. Prefer not to drive? Add our round-trip transfer from Bogotá.

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The Emerald Mining Difference

VERIFIED GUIDE

Authentic Mining

Experience real emerald mining with expert local guides in historic mines

Rare Local Access

Exclusive access to working emerald mines and sorting workshops

Nature & Culture

Immerse yourself in authentic Andean culture and mountain landscapes

Trip Logistics & Detailed Inclusions

Start time

09:30

Duration

2 days / 1 night

Local transport

Included: from Chivor to the mine, Hacienda El Recuerdo and back to Chivor

Difficulty

Moderate

Included

  • Expert mining guide
  • Safety equipment
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Travel insurance
  • Exclusive mine access
  • Gem classification workshop
  • Small groups (max 10 people)
  • Health insurance

Not Included

  • Airport transport
  • Personal drinks
  • Souvenir gems
  • Transport to Chivor (round-trip transfer from Bogotá available as an add-on)

Chivor

Your Stay

Hacienda El RecuerdoHost's ChoiceSelected
Hacienda El Recuerdo

Heritage / Traditional

Hacienda El Recuerdo

A colonial heritage stay surrounded by emerald country. Rustic charm with private rooms and home-cooked meals.

Location: Chivor

Up to 4Private BathWiFi

Optional Extras

  • Beekeeping & Livestock

    COP 55,000per person

    Guided beekeeping and livestock activities at Hacienda El Recuerdo. Available on the 2D/1N plan.

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  • Guided Horseback Ride

    COP 120,000per person

    A guided ride along the area's rural trails. Quoted separately from the plan total.

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Interactive Itinerary

Day 1 — Emerald Mine & Hacienda

Start your Chivor adventure with a traditional Colombian breakfast before heading into the emerald mountains.

An introductory talk with local artisans on emerald history, mining life and basic jewelry making.

Take in panoramic views of Chivor's emerald mining landscape — the mountains and the mining area from a spectacular vantage point.

Enjoy a traditional Colombian fiambre lunch at Hacienda El Recuerdo, served on plantain leaf before heading into the mine.

A guided visit inside a real emerald mine, with helmet, lights and a clear safety briefing.

A home-cooked Andean dinner at the farm, with local ingredients and family service.

Spend the night at Hacienda El Recuerdo in a comfortable private room with its own bathroom, surrounded by the Chivor mountains.

Day 2 — Hacienda Morning & Emerald Market

Wake up to a peaceful Andean landscape and enjoy a traditional Colombian breakfast at Hacienda El Recuerdo.

Optional: meet local miners and visit the emerald market, where stones from the region's mines are bought and sold.

Host & Preparation

Heinner & Alexandra
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Hacienda El Recuerdo

Heinner & Alexandra

VERIFIED GUIDE

Local host specialized in emerald mining routes and Andean cultural experiences.

Ideal for

  • Adventure Seekers
  • Culture Enthusiasts
  • Nature Lovers

Good to Know

  • Basic Fitness Required
  • Closed Shoes Recommended
  • Small Group Setting

Frequently Asked Questions

Chivor: 2-Day Emerald Mine Tour CORE w/ Hacienda Stay

All-inclusive experience in Chivor (Boyaca), Colombia 🇨🇴

What is the difficulty level?
Moderate hiking and basic fitness required for mine tours
What is the best season to visit?
December to March offers the best weather in the Colombian Andes
How do I arrange transportation?
Getting to Chivor isn't included — once you're there, local transport is: from Chivor to the mine(s), Hacienda El Recuerdo and back. To reach Chivor, drive yourself (a 4x4 is recommended for the final stretch), take the bus, or add our round-trip transfer from Bogotá when you book.

Explore the Hidden Heart of the Andes

Chivor: 2-Day Emerald Mine Tour CORE w/ Hacienda Stay

Go underground in a working Chivor emerald mine, learn gem sorting and overnight at a traditional hacienda.

Chivor: 2-Day Emerald Mine Tour CORE w/ Hacienda Stay

COP 670,000per person

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