Highlights of Colombia (Superior) - 11 days
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Highlights
- Bogotá - Discover Bogotá’s vibrant history and culture on a bike tour through La Candelaria, visit the Gold Museum to admire pre-Columbian treasures, use the opportunity to try your hand at Tejo, Colombia’s national sport
- Zipaquira, Raquira & Villa de Leyva - Explore the underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, the colourful pottery village of Ráquira, use the chance to wander through the colonial charm of Villa de Leyva with its grand main square and cobbled streets
- Coffee Region - Wander through the stunning Cocora Valley, visit the picturesque coffee village of Salento, use the opportunity to tour Finca El Ocaso to learn about Colombia’s coffee production
- Medellín - Experience the transformation of Medellín with a visit to Comuna 13, ride the metro and cable cars, use the chance to enjoy the art at Botero Plaza and Berrio Park
- Cartagena - Take in panoramic views from La Popa Monastery, delve into the military history at Felipe de Barajas Fortress, use the chance to explore Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed historic centre, full of charming squares and colonial architecture
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Trip includes
- 10 breakfasts
- 10 nights in 3-5 star hotels
- Arrival airport transfer on day 1 and Departure airport transfer on day 11
- Transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
- 2 economy flights: Bogotá – Coffee region & Medellín – Santa Marta
- Services of local English-speaking specialist guides
- Private bike tour of Bogotá.
- Day trip to Cocora Valley, Salento and Finca El Ocaso.
- Day tour of the city of Medellín
- City Tour with San Felipe and La Popa.
- Note: This tour is operated by a trusted local partner and you will join travellers who booked through different operators, not solely On The Go Tours
- Tour Style: On this tour you will enjoy sightseeing at all included sights with expert local guides as per the itinerary, and all of your travel arrangements are included. You will travel without a tour guide between destinations and will not have a guide staying with you at your hotel.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at El Dorado International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Bogotá. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore Bogotá at your own pace or to relax at the hotel.
Our guides will take us on an immersive bike tour of Bogotá, starting from hotels in La Candelaria. We will not only explore the squares, beautiful parks, and historical monuments of Colombia’s vibrant capital, but also uncover the “real Bogotá.” As we pedal through t...
Bogota - Zipaquira- Raquira - Villa de Leyva. After breakfast, we’ll leave Bogotá and head north along the highway. Our first stop will be the remarkable Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, an extraordinary piece of ecclesiastical architecture carved 120 metres underground i...
Villa de Leyva - Bogota - Salento. Today, we’ll step back even further in time as we visit the Paleontological Museum, where we can marvel at dinosaur fossils that are over 150 million years old and uncover the fascinating Jurassic history of the region. After our visit, we’ll begin our journey back to Bogotá, where we’ll catch our flight to the Coffee Region.
Salento - Cocora Valley - Finca El Ocaso - Salento. After breakfast, we’ll explore the stunning Cocora Valley, where towering wax palms rise high against the lush slopes of the cloud forest. This valley is one of Colombia's most beautiful spots, and we’ll walk beneath...
Salento - Medellin. Today, we’ll embark on a private transfer from Salento to Medellín. The journey will take approximately 7 hours, offering a chance to relax and enjoy the scenic views as we travel through the beautiful landscapes of Colombia’s coffee region and bey...
After breakfast, we’ll explore the fascinating transformation of Medellín. Once notorious as one of the world’s most dangerous cities, Medellín was shaped by the violent legacy of Pablo Escobar and the Medellín Cartel. After Escobar’s death in 1993, the city’s struggl...
Medellin - Santa Marta - Tayrona. This morning, we will be met at the hotel and transferred to José María Córdova International Airport for our flight to Santa Marta. Upon arrival at Simón Bolívar International Airport, we’ll continue our journey with a scenic transfe...
After breakfast today, we will have a day at leisure to enjoy the wonders of Tayrona at our own pace. You can take the opportunity to relax in this stunning coastal region or opt for a Day Trip to explore more of Tayrona National Park (approximately 9 hours). Durin...
Tayrona - Santa Marta - Cartagena. Today we will make our way from Tayrona to Santa Marta and Cartagena (approximately 4–5 hours). Upon arrival, we embark on a fascinating half-day exploration of Cartagena’s iconic landmarks, beginning with the revered La Popa Monaste...
After breakfast, you will be met and transferred from the hotel to Rafael Núñez International Airport for your onward flight.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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