Colorful Colombia
Explore the heart of Colombia and indulge in its fascinating culture and diverse ecosystems: bustling Bogotá; the verdant coffee-growing Pereira region; historic Medellín & colonial Cartagena
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | August 2025 – December 2026 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | History & Culture, Nature & Wildlife | ||
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| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness.Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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From its stunning modern cities to its mega-diverse natural wonders, Colombia offers the intrepid traveler a panoply of experiences unlike any other destination on Earth. From the moment you arrive in Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, you'll be blown away by its stunning architecture and museums, friendly people, fabulous restaurants, and packed markets. Explore the fascinating blue-hued Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá before you fly off to Pereira, a beautiful mountainous coffee-growing region in the heart of this incredible country. Hop in a World War II-era Willys Jeep with your expert guide. Learn about the country's biodiversity, the history, and the significance of the wax palm, and tour a coffee farm to learn about the entire process from beans to brewing. Try your hand at crafting in the Colombian Andes in Santa Elena, a small village perched on a high plateau. Finish off your trip in Cartagena on the Caribbean coast, where you'll walk through colorful streets, admire the historical monuments, join a salsa class, and more!
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip flights from Miami including taxes & fees
- Flights, ground transportation and transfers within Colombia
- 9 nights' accommodations in first class hotels
- 16 meals: 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners, including welcome and farewell dinners
- Professional English-speaking tour director and local guides
- Comprehensive touring program and entrance fees
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Cerro de la Popa and San Felipe Castle excursion in Cartagena
- Rosario Islands excursion with lunch from Cartagena
- Cooking class with lunch in Cartagena
Why you'll love it
- Admire the famous works of Fernando Botero at the Botero Museum in Bogotá.
- Sip fresh fruit juice as you stroll through the Paloquemao Market, Bogotá's largest food market.
- Ascend Monserrate Mountain via cable car or funicular and enjoy the sprawling views of the city from more than 10,000 ft. above sea level.
- Visit Bogotá's Gold Museum, home to the largest collection of pre-Columbian gold artifacts ever assembled.
- Descend over 600 ft. underground to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, a Roman Catholic church adorned with icons, ornaments and architectural details hand-carved in the halite rock.
- Plant your own wax palm and learn why these trees are so important to the Colombian people.
- Walk through a Colombian coffee plantation and participate in the coffee making process.
- Fly from Pereira to Medellin, allowing more time to enjoy this unique city.
- Explore Medellin's Metropolitan Cathedral and Plaza Botero during a comprehensive city tour.
- Witness the social transformation of Comuna 13, one of Medellin’s intriguing and diverse places.
- Learn about Santa Elena's silleteros, and prepare your own silleta full of vibrant flowers.
- Master Colombian salsa at a dance school in Cartagena.
- Explore Cartagena independently, or join an optional excursion to the Rosario Islands, a Natural National Park created to protect Colombia's Caribbean coral reefs.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA/Arrive Bogotá
- 2 Bogotá
- 3 Bogotá & Pereira
- 4 Pereira, Cocora Valley & Salento
- 5 Pereira & Medellín
- 6 Medellín
- 7 Medellín, Santa Elena & Cartagena
- 8 Cartagena
- Optional Excursion: Cerro de la Popa and San Felipe Castle , $110
- 9 Cartagena
- Optional Excursion: Rosario Islands with lunch , $123
- Optional Excursion: Cooking Class with lunch , $123
- 10 Cartagena/USA
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Arrive Bogotá
- Depart the USA on your flight to Bogotá, Colombia
- Enjoy a typical welcome dinner at the iconic Andres Carne de Res
NH Collection Bogotá Andino Royal or similarDinner
Day 2 Bogotá
- Visit Paloquemao Market, Bogotá's largest food market
- Admire the view from atop Monserrate Mountain
- Stroll through the historic center of Bogotá
- Admire the works of Fernando Botero
- See the largest collection of pre-Columbian gold items at the Gold Museum
NH Collection Bogotá Andino Royal or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 3 Bogotá & Pereira
- Be amazed by the underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
- Fly to Pereira in the Colombian Coffee Triangle
Sonesta Hotel Pereira or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 4 Pereira, Cocora Valley & Salento
- Ride Willys Jeeps into the Cocora Valley
- Plant your own wax palm tree to help preserve this vulnerable species
- Taste a traditional Canelazo, a local cocktail made with cinnamon
- Enjoy freshwater trout during lunch
- Explore the village of Salento
Sonesta Hotel Pereira or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 5 Pereira & Medellín
- Experience how coffee is grown on a local coffee farm
- Taste the local specialty in Medellín, Bandeja Paisa
- Fly from Pereira to Medellín
Four Points by Sheraton Medellin or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 6 Medellín
- Explore the city of Medellín
- Enjoy a traditional Colombian snack
- Witness the social transformation of Comuna 13
- Admire the view from the Metro Cable Car
- See the 23 sculptures of Botero that are displayed on the Plaza Botero
Four Points by Sheraton Medellin or similarBreakfast
Day 7 Medellín, Santa Elena & Cartagena
- Discover the culture of the silleteros
- Visit a flower farm in Santa Elena
- Board an evening flight to Cartagena
Hotel Bantu By Faranda Boutique or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 8 Cartagena
- Walk through the historic area of the city
- Visit the 17th century Jesuit church of San Pedro Claver
- Learn the steps of the Colombian salsa at a private salsa class
Hotel Bantu By Faranda Boutique or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Cartagena
- Enjoy the day at leisure in Cartagena
- Alternatively, take an optional excursion
- Join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner with a salsa show
Hotel Bantu By Faranda Boutique or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Cartagena/USA
- Transfer to Cartagena Airport as you bid farewell to Colombia
- Board your flight to Miami via Bogota, and arrive in the USA later today
Breakfast
Hotels
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Trip Details
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- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
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- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at the time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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