Capital to Cartagena - 10 days
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Capital to Cartagena

Duration10 days

Trace the turbulent history and admire the progress of Colombia as you get acquainted with some of its major cities. Be blown away by Bogota, marvel at Medellin and be captivated by Cartagena as you delve deep into the most fascinating parts of Colombian culture on this 10 day adventure.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration10 days
StartsBogota
Ends
RangePrivate
Tour GuideYes - for included sightseeing
Group SizeMin 2 / Max N/A
Minimum age5 yrs, accompanied by an adult
DepartsAny day of the year
Hotel Rating3 - 4 star (superior hotels available on request)
CountriesColombia
Arrival TransferYes
Departure TransferYes
Meals includedBreakfast: 9, Lunch: 5
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
Your deal
Shown in NZD
Per person from
$7,975.00
From
$15,950.00

Tour Highlights

Medellin - Stay in this city that is famous for its pleasant weather, it earns the nickname “the City of Eternal Spring”
Bogota – Enjoy a tour of Colombia’s capital city, taking in Paloquemao’s Market, the colonial quarter of La Candelaria and the prominent Plaza de Bolivar. Also visit the Museo del Oro and Museo de Botero
Zipaquira – Marvel at the spectacular Salt Cathedral and Stations of the Cross, all hewn from the salt mine tunnels under the Halite Mountains
Sutatausa – Admire the excellently preserved paintings in the town’s colonial church, dating back to the 17th century
Raquira – Visit this artist town, famous for its pottery colourful buildings and colony of artisans. Nearby is the Monasterio La Candelaria, the first convent built in Latin America
Villa de Leyva – Explore this colonial town and its beautiful architectural features, from wooden baloncies and arches to heavy wooden and brass laden doors
Filandia – Overlook the city from the Colinda Illuminada view point
Cocora Valley – Sample the local cocktail of canelazo and plant a wax palm, Colombia’s national tree and the tallest variety of palm tree in the world
Salento – Visit this charming town with its preserved colonial bahareque architecture and streets lined with restaurants, bars and shops
Hacienda Combia – Join a shared tour of this coffee farm, allowing you the opportunity to learn about the elements, conditions and the technical processes needed to go Colombian coffee
Botanical & Butterfly Garden – Stroll through this garden home to over 1500 butterflies and a variety of local flora and bird species
Cartagena – Join a walking tour including stops at the Convento de la Popa, the Castillo de San Felipe and a stroll through the markets of La Bovedas
Food Tour – Join a culinary tour of Cartagena, stopping off at seven authentic food stops to sample the local cuisine

Included

9 breakfasts and 5 lunches
9 nights 3-4 star hotels - upgrade to superior accommodation available on request
Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 10
Services of local English-speaking specialist guides
Entrance fees to all sites and activities as described in the itinerary
All relevant transfers and transportation

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
Domestic flights – South American airpasses are available with LATAM and other airline carriers when booked in conjunction with international flights, offering significant savings on domestic flights. Please ask a member of the team for more information.