11 Day Kaleidoscope of Colombia
11 days
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3 Bogota, 2 Manizales, 2 Medellin, 3 Cartagena
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Visit La Candelaria District renowned for its perfectly preserved Colonial architecture Stand before the impressive collection of pre-Hispanic Indian gold pieces at the Gold Museum View the paintings and sculptures of Fernando Botero, the famed Colombian artist Visit the amazing Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira built within the tunnels of a salt mine Walk on an ecological path through the world’s tallest wax-palms at the Los Nevados National Park Tour a working coffee plantation in Manizales, center of Colombia's Zona Cafetera Discover Medellin in the beautiful Aburra Valley, named the "City of Eternal Spring" Visit Santa Elena birthplace of the ornate flower arrangements called "Silletas" Stay in magical Cartagena, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site - a true cultural treasure! Tour Cartagena's Colonial District, view Bolivar Park, Santo Domingo Church and the Gold Museum †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
What's this trip about?
3 Bogota, 2 Manizales, 2 Medellin, 3 Cartagena
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transport
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Trip includes
- Flights Miami-Bogota, Cartagena-MiamiSome departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking. Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Bogota-Pereira & Medellin-Cartagena 10 nights accommodations
- 3 nights Bogota 2 nights Manizales 2 nights Medellin 3 nights Cartagena Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 17 meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of an English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of English-speaking local guides Entrance fees per itinerary
Itinerary
DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Colombia
Depart for Colombia. Arrive in the capital city of Bogotá; transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Bogota ▲
DAY 2, Saturday - Bogota City Tour
After breakfast, visit the Paloquemao market. Continue to the colonial section of La Candelaria, stopping at Plaza de Bolivar, Palace of Congress, the Cardinal's Palace and the colonial church of El Sagrario. Visit the Gold Museum and the Fernando Botero Museum. The afte...
DAY 3, Sunday - Zipaquira Salt Cathedral
Depart this morning for Zipaquira. Upon arrival, visit the Salt Cathedral, built within the chambers of a salt mine. After lunch, stop to play an energetic local game of Tejo*, the national sport of Colombia. Learn how to play and try your hand at throwing the disk. The ...
DAY 4, Monday - Flight to Pereira, Tour the Cocora Valley and Salento Tour
Depart Bogota on a flight to Pereira in the center of Colombia's Zona Cafetera (Coffee Zone). Upon arrival, drive to the Cocora Valley part of Los Nevados National Park. Here you may see hummingbirds and endemic yellow-eared parrots. Time for a walk in the valley before ...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Tour a Coffee Plantation
This morning, explore the city of Manizales. Walk to the Plaza Bolivar in the city center, highlighted by the massive Cathedral of Manizales, famous for its elaborate gold canopy and large stained-glass windows. Afterward, visit the Hacienda Venecia coffee plantation to ...
DAY 6, Wednesday - Medellin
Early wake up for a long drive* today. Depart Manizales for Medellin and admire the scenery as you journey through coffee plantations and mountain ranges. The discovery of Medellin begins at Botero Plaza, accented by the artist's metal sculptures and home to the Museo de...
DAY 7, Thursday - Medellin City & Santa Elena
Today, see a different side of Medellin with a visit to the barrios. Begin with a Metrocable cable-car ride that takes you high over the barrios offering a bird's eye view of the city. Visit the barrio of Santo Domingo and the Biblioteca España* Next, visit the Santa Ele...
DAY 8, Friday - Magical Cartagena on the Sea
A flight takes you to Cartagena, a city nestled on the Caribbean Sea. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is considered one of the continent's cultural treasures with its remarkably intact historic walled city. After arriving at your hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure
Overnight: Cartagena
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Saturday - Cartagena City Tour
This morning, visit San Pedro Claver Sanctuary and Church built in the mid-17th century. Proceed to the city's colonial district beginning at Bolivar Park. Surrounding the square is the Gold Museum, which exhibits archaeological objects dating back to the pre-Colombian p...
DAY 10, Sunday - Full Day in Cartagena
Spend a full day at leisure, or join the optional half day La Boquilla Mangrove. Glide through the dense growth of mangroves on an original wooden canoe and view this rich and diverse ecosystem. In the afternoon, perhaps participate in the optional half day Bird-watching...
DAY 11, Monday - Depart Colombia
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
▲ Due to the high elevation, travel in the Colombian highlands may cause some passengers to experience the temporary effects of altitude sickness. If you have any concerns about traveling to higher than your accustomed elevation, please consult your healthcare provider.
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Price per day$195
Last Updated: 2/23/2024
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