Colombia Express - 9 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female65%
- Male35%
Average age
Start / End
- Bogotá
- Cartagena
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
9Highlights
- Experience the unique culture of Colombia
- Drink world-renowned coffee in the lush mountains
- People-watch from a café in Medellín
- Soak up the sun in Cartagena
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Summary
Where to go if you only have a week to experience a truly unique part of the world? The answer: Colombia. If you think a week isn’t enough to tour the beaches, coffee regions, and metropolitan cities of this reemerging country, think again — we’ve made it possible. Check out the resurgence of culture, art, and food in Bogotá and Medellín, dive deep into the Caribbean vibe in Cartagena, and enjoy the Latin-Caribbean fusion of flavours in local cuisine. All this in only nine days. Start packing now.
Itinerary
Day 1
Bogotá
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2
Bogotá/Armenia
Enjoy breakfast in Bogotá before boarding a flight to Armenia, in Colombia’s coffee region. Spend two nights outside Armenia in a traditional hacienda.
Day 3
Armenia
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Visit Armenia market before coffee farm tour in the Calarcá area to learn more about the coffee culture here.
Day 4
Armenia/Salento
Enjoy exploring Salento and getting a feel for the town.
Day 5
Salento/Medellín
Drive through beautiful landscapes to Medellín. Opt to explore the city in the evening.
Day 6
Medellín
Enjoy a neighbourhood tour of the city and learn the fascinating recent history of the city's ongoing transformation. Spend the rest of the day with free time to explore this vibrant city.
Day 7
Medellín
Enjoy another free day and opt to visit the nearby town of Guatapé, with its colourful houses and famous rock. Or ride the metrocable, a cable car part of Medellín’s public transportation, for sweeping views of the city and surrounding mountains.
Day 8
Medellín/Cartagena
Hop on a morning flight to Cartagena and arrive in time to spend the afternoon exploring the old walled city. Opt for dinner and a night out in this lively town.
Day 9
Cartagena
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (6 nts), hacienda (2 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 8, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 0
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
GAD delivered again. 100% recommend as always. Thanks for everything
Wolfgang Oct, 2024 VerifiedLuis really encapsulates the best of Colombia! He really made the trip amazing. I'm so grateful! The CEO I had was amazing, Luis Fernando, & I'd advise them to ask for him.
Lisa Oct, 2024 Verified
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