One Hundred Years of Solitude Estate Day Trip
Description
Embark on a captivating day trip from Ibagué to the renowned Hacienda Castilla, known for being one of the stunning filming locations for the Netflix series One Hundred Years of Solitude, inspired by the celebrated work of Gabriel García Márquez.
Day Trip Overview
At the scheduled time, our team will collect you from your hotel in Ibagué. From here, we set off on this remarkable journey to Hacienda Castilla, a key setting featured in the acclaimed Netflix adaptation of One Hundred Years of Solitude.
During our travel, we will take a brief pause for a delightful breakfast, where you can savor one of the region's favorite meals: lechona. This exquisite dish combines pork, peas, and rice for a truly enjoyable experience.
Following breakfast, our destination awaits just 23 mi (38 km) from Ibagué. The estate was chosen for its varied landscapes, which evoke the distinctive ambiance captured in Gabriel García Márquez's literary classic and vividly represent its narrative.
We will explore its paths adorned with ancient trees, immersing ourselves in the lore of Macondo and the saga of the Buendía family. A flavorful typical Colombian lunch will await us in the afternoon.
Post-lunch, you will enjoy around 3 hours of leisure time to explore the estate’s amenities nestled in the scenic mountains of the Tolima department. Feel free to take a refreshing swim in the pool or, for a natural experience, dive into the crystal-clear waterfalls that grace the property.
As the day concludes, we will commence our return journey to the original meeting point, concluding a fulfilling total of 11 hours together.
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop–off
- Transport by minibus or bus
- English–speaking guide
- Breakfast and lunch
- Admission to Hacienda Castilla
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up at the designated time at your hotel in Ibagué. Please be ready 15 minutes beforehand. Your guide will be wearing a polo shirt with the Turismo Con-ciencia logo.
We recommend you bring a bathing suit, a towel, a change of clothes, cash, sunscreen, insect repellent, and water in reusable bottles.
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