14 Days from $6,690 USD / person
Cultural Ecuador and Colombia
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – 3
International Arrival
Transfer to Hotel with Guide (1.5 hrs)
2 Nights
Quito
The capital of Ecuador, Quito, is one of the most visited countries in South America. Surrounded by volcanoes and the Andean highlands the city provides a cultural feast with its many churches and monasteries. The impressive Gothic basilica offers splendid vistas from its towering heights -it’s fitting that the colonial centre has UNESCO World Heritage status. You can experience the city’s bustling and charming markets too. Quito is one of the highest capitals in the world at 3,000 meters above sea level and so requires altitude acclimatization before you venture out.
Hotel options
Hotel Patio Andaluz – Opt 1
Room
Duplex
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Casa Gangotena – Opt 2
Room
Luxury Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Heritage
Day 3 – 6
Transfer to Airport (1.5 hrs)
Flight from Quito to Coca
Shared transfer from the Airport to the Port
Shared boat ride to the Lodge (2.5 hrs)
3 Nights
Yasuni
The outstanding biological diversity of Yasuni makes it a noteworthy Amazon destination. Located in northeast Ecuador, the UNESCO Yasuni Biosphere Reserve and National Park is one of few places in the world where plant, mammal, amphibian, and bird species all reach their maximum biodiversity. Throughout wetlands, marshes, swamps, lakes, rivers and tropical rainforest, scientists have registered more than 500 species of birds! Visitors keep an eye out for hard to spot animals such as jaguars, harpy eagles, pumas and tapirs. The Yasuni National Park is also claimed ancestral land of the Huaorani indigenous peoples; communities such as the Tagaeri and Taromenane have chosen to live deep in the jungle in voluntary isolation.
Hotel options
Napo Wildlife Center – Opt 1
Room
Cabana
Meals
Full Board and Activities
Style
Lodge
Day 6 – 7
Shared boat ride to the Port
Shared transfer to the Airport (2.5 hrs)
Flight from Coca to Quito
Private transfer from Quito to Otavalo (100 km, 1 hr)
1 Night
Otavalo
Otavalo is a quaint and largely indigenous town in the Imbabura province to the north of Quito. The town is surrounded by the peaks of Imbabura, Cotacachi and Mojanda volcanoes and is renowned for its unique textiles, music and handicrafts which are sold in colorful local markets. Otavalo also features several historical haciendas (estates) found in the surrounding hills. These enormous haciendas contain an invaluable amount of colonial history as well as being spectacularly scenic. Today most of them are still used for agriculture and cattle production, but a select few of them have opened to guests and remained to be the best kept secrets in the Andes a visitor can find.
Hotel options
Hacienda Cusin – Opt 1
Room
Hacienda Cusín-Sierra
Meals
Full Board
Style
Farmhouse / Estancia
Day 7 – 8
Private transfer from Otavalo to Quito (100 km, 1 hr)
Flight from Quito to Bogota
Transfer to Hotel with a guide
1 Night
Bogota
Set at an altitude of over 2,000 meters in Colombia’s Eastern Andean range, Bogota boasts wonderful highland climate and natural beauty. The capital of Columbia is dotted with numerous national monuments and cultural landmarks, befitting the pulsating core of an ancient land that was periodically rediscovered by empires over the centuries. Long before the Spanish Conquistadors arrived on its shores, in search of the elusive El Dorado, the grand Muisca Empire ruled the highland valleys around modern day Santa Fe de Bogotá. Today, the ancient works of art tracing the El Dorado legends, displayed at the city’s Gold Museum, attract travellers from around the globe. The Plaza de Bolívar right in the center of town is representative of the region’s rich cultural heritage with its grand old churches, cloistered convents, and painstakingly preserved colonial architecture. Cerro Monserrate to the east, offers the highest vantage point over the city and the lush mountains towering around it. The modern city, meanwhile, has spread northwards, to the tony neighborhoods of Zona Rosa and Zona G with its trendy eateries and nightclubs.
Hotel options
Hotel de la Opera – Opt 1
Room
Standard Deco
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Four Seasons Bogota – Opt 2
Room
Deluxe Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
International
Day 8 – 11
Transfer to Airport
Flight from Bogota to Armenia/Pereira
Transfer to Hotel
3 Nights
Coffee Region
Colombia’s Eje Cafetero or the Coffee Region—a rural stretch encompassing the three cities of Armenia, Pereira and Manizales—is renowned for producing the best coffee in the world! This gorgeously verdant plantation territory, home to rich Arabica coffee beans, is overlooked by majestic Andean mountains. Locally known as Eje Cafetero, you will be amazed at the profusion of indigenous produce such as bananas, cacao, plantain, pineapple, avocado and a cornucopia of exotic fruits native to the region. The region is also a paradise for nature and bird lovers, with numerous exotic plant and birdlife all around. Cozily nestled amid the verdant mountainscape, Cocora Valley with its wax palm tree forest, is arguably the best botanical garden in Colombia, complete with an originally preserved forest area and a butterfly sanctuary. Coffee tasting trips offered by a host of plantations are a must-try while visiting the area. The next best thing is the variety of adventure sports and leisure activities amid the vast plantations.
Hotel options
Estrella del Monte – Opt 1
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Guest house
Hacienda Bambusa – Opt 2
Room
Superior Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Farmhouse / Estancia
Day 11 – 14
Transfer to Airport with guide
Flight from Armenia/Pereira to Cartagena via Bogota
Transfer to Hotel
3 Nights
Cartagena
Cartagena, Colombia’s very own Caribbean beauty, has a way of captivating with its ageless charm. The city was born when the forsaken, ancient village of Calamarí was reestablished by the Spanish as a coastal stronghold in the 16th century. Ever since, Cartagena has held on to her colonial heritage, hidden behind a mediaeval stone wall that keeps the Caribbean at bay. The painstakingly preserved Old Town at this UNESCO World Heritage site, is dotted with colonial buildings and old churches, a famous fortress, monastery and convent. While in Cartagena, wake up to bright hues and vividly painted houses set alongside winding alleyways and cobbled streets. Pretty local artifacts, jewelry, masks, and local food carts line every street corner. In sharp contrast lies the upscale, beachside neighbourhood of Bocagrande with its tony condos, highrises, shopping malls and trendy eateries. The old and the new are balanced just right, like the best of Colombian coffee!
Hotel options
Hotel Quadrifolio – Opt 1
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Style
Boutique
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara – Opt 2
Room
Superior Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Transfer to Airport with guide
International Departure
Price & Inclusions
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.
Price Includes
- Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
- Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
- Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
- Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
- Tips and personal expenses
- Visa and tourism fees
- Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
- International airfare
What Our Guests Say
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May 2025 Rating 5/5
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March 2025 Rating 5/5
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February 2025 Rating 5/5
“We had a phenomenal experience on our trip to Colombia! The planning phase of the trip was seamless given that Katie had worked with us before and knew exactly what we enjoyed, which allowed her to put together an itinerary that suited us perfectly. The trip provided a lot of variety – from exploring big cities such as Medellin and Bogota, to hiking in the Cocora Valley in the coffee region and relaxing in the Caribbean city of Cartagena, each location felt like its own trip. We loved the different experiences we had, including street food tours, museum visits, hiking/nature exploration and learning about the fascinating history of the country. We would 100% recommend both Colombia and Enchanting Travels.”
January 2025 Rating 5/5
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August 2024 Rating 5/5
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October 2023 Rating 5/5
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