Monserrate Fast-Pass Ticket
Skip the line at Monserrate with a fast-pass ticket and go straight up to the sanctuary by funicular or cable car.
$35 per person
Culture & History
Bogotá City Tour
Private city tour with English-speaking guide & hotel pickup
Book your private Bogotá city tour today
pre-purchased tickets at Monserrate & the Gold Museum, hotel pickup, 5–6 hours.
Duration
5 Hrs Essentials6 Hrs Premium
Group
Privateup to 15 guests
Languages
Physical level
Easy · Suitable for most travelers
From
$80 USD
Rating
4.9 · TripAdvisor
Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 h beforeBook with a 10% deposit — pay the balance before your tour startsTransportation from your accommodation included
Overview
Private Bogotá City Tour with English-Speaking Guide
Discover the essence of Bogotá on a carefully curated private city tour with an English-speaking guide, designed to make the most of your time, skip the lines at Monserrate and the Gold Museum, and connect with the most authentic side of the city through La Candelaria, Plaza de Bolívar and the Botero Museum.
It's time to discover Bogotá stress-free: hotel pickup, private transportation and everything included.
Who it's for
Perfect for layovers, cruise stops and first-time visitors
Airport layover (6–10h)
Long Bogotá layover? We pick you up at El Dorado, give you the highlights of Bogotá and return you to the terminal in time for your flight.
From a Cartagena cruise day in Bogotá
Cruise to Cartagena and flew up for the day? We sync to your itinerary so you see Monserrate and La Candelaria without the rush.
Your first day in Colombia
Land in Bogotá and start with the classic city tour to get oriented before continuing to Cartagena, the Coffee Triangle or the Amazon.
A Glimpse
Moments along the way
Panoramic view of Bogotá from the Monserrate cable car
Bogotá City Tour Itinerary
Bogotá City Tour Itinerary — Your Day in Detail, Hour by Hour
- 1
9:00 a.m.
We pick you up at your hotel
Begin your day relaxed: door-to-door pickup at your Bogotá hotel in a spotless private vehicle, with your dedicated bilingual guide ready to make the city yours.
Private transportation
- 2
9:30 a.m.
Gold Museum — skip-the-line
Walk past the queue and step into the world's most important pre-Hispanic gold collection: 34,000+ pieces, the legend of El Dorado and goosebumps in the Sala de la Ofrenda.
Closed on Mondays
- 3
11:00 a.m.
La Candelaria — Bogotá's soul
Wander the colorful colonial streets, hear the stories locals never tell, taste freshly-pressed coffee and feel why La Candelaria is the cultural heartbeat of the Andes.
- 4
12:00 p.m.
Botero Museum — a private viewing
Stand face-to-face with Botero's iconic volumes — plus Picasso, Dalí, Monet and Chagall — in one of Latin America's most generous private collections. Admission free.
Closed on Tuesdays
- 5
1:00 p.m.
Plaza de Bolívar — the heart of power
Stand in the square that has witnessed 200 years of Colombian history, framed by the Cathedral, Capitol, Palace of Justice and Mayor's office.
- 6
2:00 p.m.
Monserrate — the Andes at 3,152 m
Ride the funicular or cable car to the city's iconic summit. Breathe the thin Andean air, walk into the 17th-century sanctuary and watch Bogotá unfold under your feet.
- 7
3:30 p.m.
Private drop-off at your hotel
We close the loop the same way we opened it: a comfortable, private transfer back to your hotel with the same trusted team.
Service Tiers
What's Included in Our Bogotá Private City Tour — Essentials vs Premium
Essentials — Self-Guided Tour
Independent travelers who want the must-sees done well at a smart price.
Transportation · Entrance Tickets · Digital Guide & Remote Assistance
Premium — Tour with Tour Guide
Couples and families seeking exclusivity, extra comfort and tailored attention.
Complete Experience + Bilingual Tour Guide
Most booked
Most bookedWhat Is Included
Essentials
Premium
Hotel pickup & drop-off in Bogotá (cruise port / airport on request)
Monserrate cable car / funicular ticket (pre-purchased to skip ticket-office queues)
Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) admission
La Candelaria walking tour & Plaza de Bolívar
Private vehicle with bilingual driver & bottled water
Digital Tour Guide & Remote Assistance
Certified bilingual guide specialized in history & culture, dedicated to your group
Customize your itinerary
Extended duration
What is not included
- ·Gratuities for guide and driver
- ·Personal expenses & souvenirs
- ·Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
Pricing
Per-person rates by group size
Private tour, all-inclusive. The larger the group, the lower the per-person rate.
| Group size | Essentials | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guests | $135 USD | $250 USD |
| 2 guests | $80 USD | $130 USD |
| 3 guests | $75 USD | $125 USD |
| 4 guests | $65 USD | $105 USD |
| 5 guests | $55 USD | $90 USD |
| 6 guests | $50 USD | $80 USD |
| 7+ guests | $45 USD | $65 USD |
| Children 3–7 yrs | $45 USD | $65 USD |
| Babies 0–2 yrs | $0 USD | $0 USD |
Children 3–7 yrs pay the 7+ pax rate of their selected category. Babies 0–2 yrs travel free.
Reference rates in USD per person. Final quotation depends on date, season and selected add-ons.
Optional Add-Ons
Elevate your experience
Traditional or Fusion-Style Lunch
Add a curated sit-down lunch at a hand-picked restaurant, choosing between traditional Colombian recipes or a refined fusion menu.
$30 per person
Luxury or armored vehicle with chauffeur
Travel in a high-end SUV or fully armored vehicle with a professional chauffeur for additional comfort and discretion.
On request
Frequently Asked Questions
Good to know
Private vs free walking tour
Why choose a private Bogotá tour over a free walking tour
A free walking tour in Bogotá usually covers La Candelaria on foot in 2–3 hours with a tip-based guide and a large group. Our private Bogotá city tour adds Monserrate, the Gold Museum and the Botero Museum, includes hotel pickup, all admissions and a certified bilingual guide dedicated only to your group.
Private city tour vs free walking tour in Bogotá
Recommended
RecommendedWhat you compare
Free walking tour
Our private city tour
What you visit
La Candelaria on foot only
Monserrate + Gold Museum + Botero + La Candelaria
Group size
20–40 strangers
Only your group
Hotel pickup
Not included
Included
Admissions
Not included
All entries included
Guide
Tip-based, varies
Certified bilingual, dedicated
Duration
2–3 hours walking
5–7 hours, full day
Best for
Backpackers with time
Layovers, families, first-timers
What you visit
Free walking tour
La Candelaria on foot only
Our private city tour
Monserrate + Gold Museum + Botero + La Candelaria
Group size
Free walking tour
20–40 strangers
Our private city tour
Only your group
Hotel pickup
Free walking tour
Not included
Our private city tour
Included
Admissions
Free walking tour
Not included
Our private city tour
All entries included
Guide
Free walking tour
Tip-based, varies
Our private city tour
Certified bilingual, dedicated
Duration
Free walking tour
2–3 hours walking
Our private city tour
5–7 hours, full day
Best for
Free walking tour
Backpackers with time
Our private city tour
Layovers, families, first-timers
Why book direct
Six reasons travelers book Green Trails directly
We are a fully licensed Colombian DMC operating our own tours. That means safer logistics, better prices and direct accountability — every single time.
Registered local operator (RNT 63720)
We are a Colombian DMC, not a reseller. Every booking is operated directly by our team in Bogotá.
Vehicles with SOAT & full maintenance
Late-model fleet with mandatory insurance, preventive maintenance and pre-trip safety check on every departure.
MinCIT-accredited guides
All our guides hold the official Ministerio de Comercio guide license and carry liability insurance.
Emergency & contingency protocol
24/7 supervisor on call, GPS-tracked vehicles and a documented incident response plan.
Best price guaranteed — no middlemen
Book direct and skip the 20–30% OTA markup. Find a lower rate elsewhere and we'll match it.
Real humans, real accountability
Speak with the same team that runs your tour, before, during and after — no call centers.
Travelers' Choice
Rated 4.9/5 on TripAdvisor
Based on 133 verified reviews
"Excellent guide and transport, 10/10"
Everything excellent, very good treatment and great knowledge of the subject. The transportation service was also very good, 10/10.
Omar F.
🌎 · May 2026
"Great company, pleasant and knowledgeable guide"
Green Trails is a great company. We booked a private tour with them. On time, great guide, clean and great van. Our guide Marta was very pleasant, knowledgeable and helpful.
Maher M.
🇺🇸 United States · Mar 2026
"Made the most of our short time in Bogotá"
Gustavo made the most of our short time in Bogotá — incredible tour, highly recommended.
Chris G.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom · Feb 2026
Bogotá City Tour with English-Speaking Guide
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