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Day 1 – 4

International Arrival

Transfer to your hotel with a guide

3 Nights

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.

Included activities

City Tour of Bogota

The Colombian capital city of Bogota offers an eclectic and cleverly juxtaposed mix of the old and the new. Experience the unique life of its citizens in the pulsating heart of its bustling marketplaces. Soak in the sights, smells and tastes of Bogotá’s Paloquemao with its typical fruits, vegetables and other fresh produce native to the region. Visit the Plaza de Bolívar, the center of the downtown district of La Candelaria. Walk down cobbled streets, admiring medieval cathedrals, old colonial buildings and important modern landmarks such as the Town Hall. Visit the famous museum housing the priceless works of contemporary artist, Fernando Botero; and admire the gold collection of the ancient Muisca Empire in the Gold Museum. Ride up to the Cerro Monserrate or Guadalupe Mountain for panoramic views of the city spread out below, amid spectacular Andean peaks towering all around. (Duration: between 6 and 7 hours, Private Activity & Transfer; Please bring comfortable walking shoes; Gold Museum closed on Mondays).

Scenic Treasures Tour from Bogota

After a scenic drive from Bogota, explore the underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, created inside a former salt mine. Walk the ‘Way of the Cross’ represented by a collection of chapels showcasing noteworthy moments from Jesus’ life. Accompanied by your guide, expect to see hollowed-out crosses and altars built by erstwhile miners who prayed for their safety. Further ahead, marvel at the magnificent salt cupola, naves of the main cathedral and the lofty carved cross, all illuminated by eerie blue lights. Later, head to the charming Guatavita town through the picturesque Cundinamarca countryside. Visit its submerged old town nearby, which is now a reservoir famous for water sports. Hike to the pristine Lake Guatavita, embraced by a beautiful nature reserve. As you traverse forest trails passing by highland vegetation, learn about the former sacred site of the indigenous Musica people, famed for the legend of El Dorado. Enjoy stunning panoramas of the crater and admire the lake from multiple vantages before returning to Bogota. (Full Day; Duration: 10 hrs; Private Activity & Transfer; Please note that Zipaquirá is closed on Sundays)

Hotel options

Four Seasons Bogota – Opt 1
Room Deluxe Room
Meals Breakfast
Style International
Four Seasons Casa Medina – Opt 2
Room Premier Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Day 4 – 7

Transfer to the airport with a guide

Flight from Bogota to Armenia/Pereira

Transfer to your hotel with a guide

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.

Included activities

Cacao Tour at the Hacienda Bambusa (exclusively for Bambusa guests)

If you are staying Bambusa, explore the gorgeously verdant plantations and sprawling grounds of the Hacienda. Walk around the rich plantations of cacao, plantain, tangerine and exotic fruit orchards. Learn all about growing and processing the ‘Food of the Gods’ – chocolate – from the humble cacao seeds. Cacao is the principal crop grown at the Hacienda Bambusa, apart from coffee and other commercial crops. The cultivated fields of Bambusa give way to slices of preserved forested areas and beautiful nature trails. Learn about the native plant and animal life of the region from your local guide, who is also an expert biologist. Visit the lush bamboo groves skirting the plantation, which hosts more than 150 bird species. Bird lovers will have a field day spotting exotic local birds like the Spectacled Parrotlet, Rufous-tailed Hummingbird and the Fork-tailed Flycatcher! (Activity together with other Bambusa guests; Duration: around 2 hrs; Fitness level: Easy; Please bring comfortable walking shoes)

Finlandia, Cocora Valley and Salento Tour

Begin the day visiting the lovely town of Finlandia before heading to the Cocora Valley to discover the Quindío wax palm tree, Colombia’s national symbol and tree. Set at an altitude of over 2,000 meters (above 6,500 feet) this beautiful cloud forest is part of the Los Nevados National Natural Park. Discover the heart of this valley on horseback. You can take a lunch break in a charming little restaurant overlooking the valley, on your way down. Feast on freshly cooked trucha al ajillo (grilled trout in garlic sauce) before heading back up to the picturesque little town of Salento. Take a leisurely walk through the streets to reach up to the vantage point of Alto de la Cruz, for a mesmerizing, panoramic view of the Cocora Valley spread out beneath, surrounded by the Andean mountains of the Los Nevados National Natural Park. (Full Day, Morning Tour; Private Activity & Transfers; Lunch not included; Fitness Level: Easy/Moderate; Please bring comfortable clothes for horseback riding).

Colombian Coffee Tour

Take an informed, deliciously caffeine-induced journey through the UNESCO World Heritage site at Colombia’s Coffee Region. Learn everything there is to know about the globally loved Colombian coffee on this guided day tour. The region’s altitude, soil quality, moisture levels and a host of other geographical factors make it the best stretch of plantation land for growing the aromatic, mild and balanced coffee beans that the country is known for. Get to know all about planting, harvesting and processing Arabica and Robusta coffee beans in these lovely plantations. Sample a variety of this well-loved beverage and learn to recognize distinct coffee bean characters and tones under expert guidance. Savoring a steaming cup of coffee could never get better than this! (Half Day, Morning Tour; Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Easy with stair climbing; Please bring comfortable walking shoes).

Botanical Garden & Butterfly Park Visit

Indulge the nature enthusiast in you at this alluring slice of preserved forest area in the fragrant Coffee Region. The region’s Botanical Garden and Butterfly Park is a paradise for nature and bird lovers. The forested area is home to trees nearly two centuries old and 600 species of plant life! Visit the Insect Zoo, which offers a panoramic view of layers upon layers of vegetation from a 7-storey high viewing balcony. Make your acquaintance with a hundred avian species that reside on the highest treetops. Be prepared to be mesmerized by the fantastic Butterfly Park that holds almost two thousand butterflies of 50 different species. Make your way through innumerable, exotic flower-lined walkways in this wonderland. (Full Day; Fitness Level: Easy; Please bring comfortable walking shoes).

Hotel options

Hacienda Bambusa – Opt 1
Room Superior Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Farmhouse / Estancia
Hacienda Buenavista – Opt 2
Meals Half Board
Style Boutique
Day 7 – 9

Transfer to the airport with a guide

Flight from Armenia/Pereira to Cartagena

Transfer to your hotel with a guide

2 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!

Included activities

Cartagena City Tour

Experience the grand colonial charm of this 16th century Spanish stronghold by the Caribbean Sea. Visit the imposing Fort San Felipe, whose tall stone walls still protect the city from the ‘pirates’ of the Caribbean Sea! A major Spanish port, it was mainly through Cartagena that most of the treasures of the Incas, the Andean and Amazonian empires were shipped off to the ‘Old World’. Relive the old times of rascally pirates and conquistadors, as you amble through winding streets and alleyways of the Old Town. Later visit the well-preserved historic buildings in Cartagena downtown. (Duration: 4 hours; Private Activity & Transfers; Fitness level: Easy; Please bring comfortable walking shoes. From November to March we plan this activity in the afternoon to avoid the crowds).

Hotel options

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara – Opt 1
Room Superior Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Casa San Agustin – Opt 2
Room Deluxe Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Day 9 – 11

Your guide will meet you at your hotel and accompany you to La Bodeguita dock

Shared speed boat transfer from Cartagena to Barú Island (Duration: 45 min)

2 Nights

Baru Island

Barú is a long island on the Caribbean Sea, south of the city of Cartagena. It used to form the tip of a peninsula stretching out from mainland Colombia, before the Canal del Dique was built, cutting off the island. Your first encounter with this island paradise is very likely to be a leisurely boat ride to the beautiful shores of Playa Blanca by the Bay of Cartagena. Apart from the unbelievably crystal clear waters (glass bottom boat cruises and scuba diving come highly recommended), and the white and pink sand beaches, the island is bound by thick mangrove forests. The sea is so clear that it is possible to see a variety of fish and marine life beneath the shallow waters and spot plankton by the beach! Bird watching and water sports like kayaking and snorkeling are understandably popular activities here.

Hotel options

Las Islas – Opt 1
Room Bungalow Ocean View with Private Pool
Style Beach Resort
Day 11 – 11

Shared speed boat transfer from Barú Island to Cartagena (Duration: 45 min)

Your guide will meet you at the dock and accompany you to the airport

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!

International Departure

This Colombia vacation offers the perfect introduction to the country’s top three highlights – rich culture, colonial gems and heritage at Cartagena, verdant plantations and world class brews in the Coffee Region, and beachside relaxation at the pristine Baru Island!

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $5,990 USD / person

Option 2

From $6,390 USD / person

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 Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip
  • Carbon emissions offsetting for your trip
 
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

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