WELCOME TO COLOMBIA 12 NIGHTS – 13 DAYS

DAY 1. (Tuesday) BOGOTA

Assistance at El Dorado airport and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 2. (Wednesday) BOGOTÁ – CITY TOUR

Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic and pedestrian tour through the historic center of Bogotá through its streets nuanced by facades with colonial and republican styles. Entrance to the art museum of the Bank of the Republic where you visit the Botero Museum to observe one of the most recognized art samples of the Colombian master, continuation of the tour of the Plaza de Bolívar where you can admire the Palace of San Carlos, La Casa de Nariño, residence of the President of the Republic, the Primate Cathedral, the National Capitol and the Liévano Palace.

We will finish the tour with a visit to the Gold Museum to visit its rooms in which pieces of Pre-Columbian goldsmithing and one of the most important in the country are exhibited. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 5 hours approx. Departure: 09:00 am

Includes: Transportation in private service, professional tour guide in the selected language, entrance to the Gold Museum.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, glasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for cold weather.

DAY 3. (Thursday) BOGOTÁ – VISIT TO THE SALT CATHEDRAL OF ZIPAQUIRA

Breakfast at the hotel. Leaving through the north of the city, you will tour a part of the Savannah of Bogotá, where its rural and urban landscapes show images only possible in the tropics. Upon arrival in the municipality of Zipaquirá you enter the Salt Cathedral, a Catholic religious temple conditioned in the sinkholes that are no longer exploited in the salt mine. At the end of the visit to the cathedral there will be a brief panoramic tour to know the Colonial and Republican architecture that preserves the population of Zipaquirá.

Duration: 6 hours approx. Departures: 09:00 am

Includes: Transportation in private service, professional tour guide in the selected language and entrance to the salt cathedral.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, glasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for cold weather.

DAY 4. (Friday) BOGOTÁ – ARMENIA OR PEREIRA - (flight included).

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time meeting in the lobby of the hotel for transfer to the airport and take the flight to the city of Armenia or Pereira. Arrival, assistance at El Eden or Matecaña International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free for personal activities. Accommodation.

DAY 5. (Saturday) ARMENIA OR PEREIRA. Coffee processing on a farm

Breakfast at the hotel. We continue with an experiential and interactive experience in the midst of nature,surrounded by the majesty of the Coffee Cultural Landscape. A plan designed to enjoy the authentic traditionsof the land of coffee, where all the senses are activated: the spectacular landscape, the unforgettable aromaof the damp earth, the deep flavor of freshly roasted coffee, and the energy that emanates from the elements ofnature. We will visit an authentic coffee farm, where we will learn about the artisanal coffee processguided by expert farmers. We will experience the coffee culture through stories, smiles, and hard-working hands thathave kept this tradition alive for generations. An experience that connects you with the roots, soul, andessence of Colombia.

Duration: 4 hours approx.

Departures: 9:00 a.m.

Includes: Transportation, professional tour guide and environmental interpretation, interactive coffee process.

Recommendations: Sunscreen, comfortable clothing, camera. 

DAY 6. (Sunday) ARMENIA OR PEREIRA – COCORA VALLEY AND SALENTO

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Cocora Valley located in the department of Quindío. During the trip,we can appreciate the beautiful landscape of the area. Welcome cocktail (canelazo) upon arrival at the Cocora Valley tobegin the hike through the cloud forest and appreciate the biodiversity of fauna and flora. On the way back, we will take theecological trail of the world's tallest wax palm tree, the national emblem, where we will perform the ritualof the Quindío wax palm, which consists of learning about the history of how the indigenous people worshipped this palm tree,planting palm seedlings for eternity, and enjoying a typical lunch (not included). We will end thetour with a visit to the town of Salento with a short walk to see the Plaza de Bolívar, the colorfuland typical balconies, the main street, the artisan workshops, and the Cócora viewpoint. At the indicated time, transfer to the hotel.Accommodation.

Duration: 8 hours approx.

Departure: 9:00 a.m.

Includes: Private transportation, professional tour guide in the selected language, welcome cocktail(Canelazo) and hydration.

Does not include: Lunch and horseback riding or activities to be carried out within the places to visit.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a sun hat, and clothing suitable for temperate weather. 

DAY 7. (Monday) PEREIRA - MEDELLÍN (Flight included)

Breakfast at the hotel. At approximately 07:30 a.m. I meet in the hotel lobby to transfer to the airport and take your flight to the city of Medellin.

Arrival, assistance at the airport and private transfer to the hotel. Rest of the afternoon free for personal activities. We recommend taking as Optional Night Tour of Medellin and its inns. Accommodation.

DAY 8. (Tuesday) MEDELLÍN – HISTORY OF SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time in the morning we will start visita panoramic around the city. Just over 20 years ago, Medellin was one of the most dangerous cities in the world. Until the beginning of the new millennium, the struggle to be Escobar's successor continued, but since 2002 Medellín changed. Smart local politicians clearly began to invest heavily in infrastructure and public education. Today, the "City of Eternal Spring" is one of the most innovative cities in the world. Come with us on a tour about the history and present of Medellin. Learn more about the transformation of this fascinating metropolis, the transformation of the city while using a very innovative transportation system in the most scarce economic neighborhoods. Visit downtown Medellin. Explore Medellin's newest invention: the Escalators of Comuna 13, learn what the people of Medellin think about the city's history. Return to the hotel. Free afternoon. Accommodation.

Duration: 4 hours approx. Departures: 09:00 am

Includes. Pick up service from your hotel, professional bilingual guide, private transportation, snacks and taxes

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, glasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for temperate weather.

DAY 9. (Wednesday) MEDELLÍN – VISIT TO EL PEÑOL AND GUATAPE

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure along the highway to Marinilla, a colonial town known for the production of musical instruments. During the journey to the reservoir area you will be able to see a landscape of green meadows and mountains. Arrival in the municipality of Peñol, one of the main energy producers in the country with a reservoir built under the old town, which was flooded to make way for this beautiful work of engineering. Later arrival at the El Peñol stone, a monolith 220 meters high and 724 steps. Time to enjoy a typical lunch. Visit to the town of Guatapé to appreciate its picturesque houses whose skirting boards on the walls represent the local culture, navigation through the reservoir for approximately one hour. Return to Medellín.

Duration: 10 hours approx. Departures: 08:00 am Degree of difficulty: None

Includes: Transportation in private service, professional tour guide in the selected language and typical lunch (main course and drink).

Not included: Ascent to the Peñol stone, boat ride across the reservoir.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, glasses, a sun hat and clothing suitable for temperate weather.

- Refrain from ascending the peñol stone for people with respiratory problems, older adults and children under 5 years of age.

- If due to health problems you cannot climb the peñol stone, the ticket is lost and will not be replaceable by another activity.

DAY 10. (Thursday) MEDELLÍN – CARTAGENA DE INDIAS. (Flight included)

Breakfast at the hotel. Early in the day I meet in the lobby of the hotel to transfer to the Jose Maria Córdoba airport to take your flight to the city of Cartagena.

Arrival, assistance at the airport and private transfer to the hotel. Rest of the afternoon free for personal activities. Accommodation.

DAY 11. (Friday) CARTAGENA – CITY TOUR

Breakfast at the hotel. Learn about the history of Cartagena de Indias on our tour in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle,accompanied by an expert guide who will explain the history of the city of Cartagena and aspects ofdaily life in the city. We start by skirting the bay of Cartagena, one of the safest in South America,followed by a panoramic tour of the emblematic Manga Island, where we will appreciateMoorish and Republican architecture. We will continue with a visit to the San Felipe de Barajas Fort, a masterpieceof colonial architecture, a visit to the vaulted cellars to purchase handicrafts, and finally, awalk through the historic center to appreciate the colonial squares, streets, and buildings.

Duration: approximately 4 hours.

Departure: in the morning at 8:00 a.m. or in the afternoon at 1:00 p.m., depending on availability and confirmation of services. Transportation during the tour, professional tour guide in the selected language, entrance toCastillo de San Felipe.

Note: Does not include Cerro de la Popa, payment directly at destination.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun hat, and clothing suitable for warm weather. 

DAY 12. (Saturday) CARTAGENA – CORALES DEL ROSARIO NATIONAL NATURAL PARK TOUR (Barú Peninsula or Isla Grande)

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, transfer from the hotel to the pier to board a speedboat inshared service to Corales del Rosario Park (Barú Peninsula or Isla Grande), time toenjoy the beach and a typical lunch included (starter, main course, dessert, and non-alcoholic beverage).At the agreed time, return by boat to Cartagena de Indias, return to the hotel at the island's expense. Accommodation.

Days of operation: Daily. Departures: 7:30–8:00 a.m.

Includes: Transfer hotel – pier – hotel, shared return transportation by speedboat from the pier,typical lunch consisting of a main course, dessert, and a non-alcoholic beverage,beach chairs.

Does not include: Pier tax paid directly at the tour pier, approximately $12 USD per person.

Note: Return time from the islands: 3:00 pm.

Recommendations: Bring comfortable beachwear, towels, and sunscreen. Not applicable for children under3 years old.

DAY 13. (Sunday) CARTAGENA

Breakfast at the hotel. At the appropriate time transfer from the hotel to the Rafael Núñez airport to take the flight to your next destination.

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