Villa De Leyva Tours & Holidays
Villa De Leyva Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Declared a national monument in 1945, this magical town has been preserved in its entirety and virtually no modern architecture exists, making it one of the finest examples of a traditional colonial settlement anywhere in the Americas. At an altitude of 2,140m, it enjoys a healthy, mild climate and relaxed atmosphere, providing a popular weekend break for city dwellers. Each December Villa de Leyva hosts a lively fiesta when neighbouring towns compete against each other with colourful ...
Declared a national monument in 1945, this magical town has been preserved in its entirety and virtually no modern architecture exists, making it one of the finest examples of a traditional colonial settlement anywhere in the Americas. At an altitude of 2,140m, it enjoys a healthy, mild climate and relaxed atmosphere, providing a popular weekend break for city dwellers. Each December Villa de Leyva hosts a lively fiesta when neighbouring towns compete against each other with colourful fireworks displays and a street carnival takes place in its narrow, cobbled streets. For three days, the city is then dominated by food, drink, music and dance in a fantastic party called La Fiesta de la Luz.
Best experiences

Trek in Iguaque Reserve
Take a guided private hike within the flora & fauna sanctuary of Iguaque, which protects the tropical montane forest, páramo, native oak and wetland ecosystems all set around a string of seven lagoons. Also look out for migrating birds and Red Brocket deer.
Walk around a rural colonial town
Take in the hidden corners of this quaint colonial town with its white-washed buildings and cobbled streets via a walking tour. As well as offering a glimpse into a traditional rural town, this is also one of Colombia's best-preserved historic villages.
Try your hand at a pottery class
Visit a local workshop in quaint Raquira village, famous for its ceramics by the Muisca culture established well before the arrival of the Spanish. Learn the techniques of this centuries-old tradition in an optional pottery class.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
TOURS FEATURING Villa De Leyva
Travel to Colombia with like-minded people on one of our small group tours (usually max size 12), featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader.