The Colombian Emerald Mining Tour is organized by Colonial Gemstones, specialists in Colombian emeralds. It is designed exclusively as an educational and cultural experience, offering participants a rare opportunity to understand the history, geology, and heritage of Colombian emeralds at their source. This tour is not organized for buying, trading, or commercial purposes. It aims to preserve transparency, respect local communities, and promote responsible education about one of Colombia’s most important natural treasures.

This educational experience is organised by Colonial Gemstones, specialists in Colombian emeralds
For enquiries, expressions of interest, orfurtherinformation,please contact:
MauroCarvajal
mauro@colonialgemstones.com
WhatsApp/ Mobile:+61 416 199 122

JeremyKeight
info@jcnbgroup.com.au
Mobile / WhatsApp:+61 431 844 903
www.colonialgemstones.com

THIS EXPERIENCE IS IDEAL FOR:

• Gem enthusiasts and collectors

• Jewellery professionals and designers

• Students and educators

• Travellers seeking authentic cultural knowledge

The tour aims to preserve transparency, respect local communities, and promote responsible education about one of Colombia’s most important natural treasures.

Day 1 – Arrival to Bogotá

• Arrive at El Dorado International Airport.

• Private transfer to a luxury hotel in Bogotá.

• Welcome briefing on the 10-day emerald experience.

• Optional evening: welcome dinner.

Day 2 – Bogotá City Tour & Gold Museum

• Explore La Candelaria historic district and Plaza Bolívar.

• Visit the Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) to understand Colombia’s pre-Colombian gold and gem heritage.

• Visit the Emeral Museum – Fully dedicated to this beautifull gem

• Evening: emerald introduction session by Colonial Gemstones experts, covering mining, grading, and investment basics.

DAY 3/4 MUZO MINE

Underground Wonders: Discovering the

Secrets Inside Muzo Mine

• Private transfer to Muzo, Boyacá.

• Guided underground tour of Muzo emerald mines (safety permitting).

• Meet miners and learn traditional and modern mining techniques.

• Evening stay at a hotel near the mines.

DAY 5/6 CHIQUINQUIRÁ WAY

Chivor Mines Exploration

• Travel to Chivor (another legendary emerald mine).

• Guided mine tour and meet miners.

• Observe extraction methods, ethical practices, and mining operations.

• Afternoon: hands-on emerald handling and grading demonstration.

• Stay at a nearby hotel (1-Night).

DAY 7/8 GRADING

Return to Bogota – Gem Labs & Private Emerald Conference

• Return to Bogota with 1 or 2 quick stops in important small typical country towns

• Private tour of leading gemological labs in Bogotá: certification and grading processes.

• Hands-on demonstration of emerald testing and certification.

• Private conference: insights into Colombian emerald industry, market trends

Bogotá Return Day 0/9 Grading.

Return to Bogotà – Gem Labs & Private Emerald Conference

Return to Bogota with 1 or 2 quick stops in important small stymu topical country towns

Private your of leading gemological latis in Bogota

certification and graống processes

Hands os demonstration of emerald testing and certification

DAY 9 GEM LAB

Gem Labs Review

• Optional visit to additional gem labs for grading review and investment advice.

• Farewell dinner with emerald-themed presentation and certificate of participation for attendees.

Day 10 – Departure

• Morning at leisure or optional short city tour.

• Private transfer to El Dorado International Airport for departure.

What’s Included in this packague ?

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bogotá

• Private transportation throughout the tour (Bogotá mining regions)

• Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments included during full-day tours

• Private, guided emerald experience led by knowledgeable guides

• Introduction to Colombian emerald history, legends and culture

• Guided visits The emerald museum to historic Colombian emerald mines, including Muzo and Chivor.

• Exclusive access to active mining areas (subject to safety conditions)

• Safety equipment provided for mine visits (helmets and boots)

• Visits to emerald cutting and polishing workshops

• Translation support available in Spanish and English

What’s Typically Not Included

• International flights to Colombia

• Alcoholic drinks or optional extras unless specified

• Personal purchases (souvenirs you choose to buy)

• Gratuities/tips for guides or drivers

• Some Lunches will be missing but will provide snacks/refreshments