Classic Colombia

Classic Colombia

Explore the top destination of Colombia on a 12-day tour, visiting Bogota, Salento, Medellin, and Cartagena. Private transportation, overnight accommodations, and dedicated guides are all included. You will see some of the must-see spots of Colombia while at the same time visiting some off the beaten track areas which will bring out the explorer side of you.

Classic Colombia is;
- Perfect for Families or Friend groups.
- Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver.
- Vegetarian meal option's available
- Free to customize as much as you want to suit your needs.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arriving into Bogota - Collected from Airport - Monseratte - Gold Museum

Stop At: Mount Monserrate, Carrera 2 E No. 21-48 Paseo Bolívar, Bogota Colombia
Monserrate is a hill that dominates the city center of Bogotá, the capital city of Colombia. It rises to 3,152 meters above the sea level, where there is a church with a shrine, devoted to El Señor Caído. The viewpoint provides​ specular 360-degree scenery of this impressive city.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gold Museum (Museo del Oro), Carrera 6 No.15-88, Bogota 110321 Colombia
The museum displays a selection of pre-Colombian gold and other metal alloys, such as Tumbaga, and contains the largest collection of gold artifacts in the world in its exhibition rooms.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 2: Trip to the Salt Cathedral in Zipaquiera - Afternoon at Lake Guatavita

Stop At: Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira, Carrera 6 Calle 1 Parque De La Sal, Zipaquira Colombia
The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is an underground Roman Catholic church built within the tunnels of a salt mine 200 meters underground in a mountain near the city of Zipaquirá, in Cundinamarca, Colombia.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Laguna de Guatavita, Km 15, Via Guatavita-Sesquile, Tierra Negra Colombia
After lunch, transfer to Lake Guatavita where we will walk and explore a sacred site to the Muisca people, who cast
elaborate gold offerings into its depths, inspiring the legend of El Dorado and several ill-fated attempts to drain the lake.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 3: Transfer from hotel to Airport for a flight to Pereira - Transfer to Filandia

Stop At: Mirador Colina Iluminada, Filandia Colombia
Upon arrival in Pereira transfer to the hotel in Filandia. Afternoon exploring this beautiful town and taking in the views from the mirador. Rest of the day to relax and enjoy the
surroundings. Additional options available​ upon request.
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 4: Day in Salento

Stop At: a 2-91, Cra. 6 #2-1, Salento, Quindío, Colombia
Collected from the hotel for a day trip to Salento. Option to
walk a route which is covered with the largest palm
trees in the world and only found in this region.
Another option is to explore this area by bike starting at
3200 meters and descending back to Salento with
numerous stops and the opportunity to view "La
Carbonera" a hidden gem that is currently not on the
tourist radar.
Duration: 6 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 5: Learning the process of cafe - Option to go to a coffee themed park (Perfect for kids) or to a coffee plantation

Stop At: Parque del Cafe, Km 6 Via Montenegro Pueblo Tapao, Montenegro 633007 Colombia
Parque del Cafe is the perfect location for families. It consists of two main areas: by the main entrance are the buildings housing the museum and exhibitions detailing the history, culture, and process of growing and producing coffee in the region; and in the valley beyond is an amusement park with rides and shows.
Duration: 6 hours

Stop At: Café Don Manolo, Pereira-Vereda El Estanquillo, Dosquebradas, Risaralda, Colombia
learn the process of the cafe from an authentic coffee plantation. This is a much more in-depth explanation which is perfect for coffee enthisuasts.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 6: Flight from Pereira to Medellin - Afternoon tour of Medellin

Stop At: Medellin City Tours, Carrera 38 No 9A- 26, Edificio Centro Ejecutivo Parque Lleras, Oficina 403, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Upon arrival transfer from the airport and taken to the hotel to drop off luggage and lunch. Collected in the afternoon for a tour of Medellin. This is a 4-hour tour in which the client will explore the innovations and culture of this city. Highlights include -Escaleras Electricas De La Comuna 13 and Plaza​ Botero
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 7: Day trip to Guatape

Stop At: Laguna de Guatape, Loma del Escobero, Medellin 053840 Colombia
Collected from the hotel for trip to Guatape. This is a beautiful town set on a lake around 2 hours from Medellin. There are lots of option to explore the town of Guatape and walk up a huge bolder which is set on the lake providing an amazing view of the landscape once
completing the 659 steps! You can also rent jet ski's and explore the lake. (Jet Ski's not included in price)
Duration: 8 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 8: Morning free to explore Medellin - Afternoon catching flight to Cartagena

Stop At: Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour, Cl. 10, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Exploring the graffiti in Comuna 13, Medellin. Once known as Colombia's most dangerous barrio you will explore how street art has given the area a bright & colorful new future. Tour supports Casa Kolacho and their community education projects. Afternoon flying to Cartagena.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 9: Cartagena City Tour

Stop At: Walled City of Cartagena, Calle 41, Cartagena 130002 Colombia
Learning about Cartagena’s history from a bilingual guide on a tour of this lively city. Private transport between the attractions. This trip visits the clock tower, Plaza Bolivar, and the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas. You will also take in the sweeping views of the city from the hilltop Convento De La Popa and enjoy a walking tour from San Pedro Claver Church to Santo Domingo Church.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in 4* hotel. Upgrades available on request.

Day 10: Exploring the Rosario Islands on a Catamaran

Stop At: Isla Grande, Cartagena Colombia
Enjoy an unforgettable day aboard a catamaran. Navigate from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands. Snorkel in an amazing coral reef and experience an underwater kingdom in the crystal clear waters. Travel to Isla Grande, which is a beautiful beach with far less tourist than Playa Blanca.
Duration: 7 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in a 4* hotel. Upgrades available​ on request.

Day 11: Full day relaxing in Cartagena

Stop At: Walled City of Cartagena, Calle 41, Cartagena 130002 Colombia
Spending the day relaxing and enjoying the beaches and beautiful old town of the city. Lots of great resturants and sites to see within the walled old town. Enjoying the last full day in Colombia and opportunity to dance salsa in the evening at one of the very popular clubs scattered thought the city.
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in a 4* hotel. Upgrades available​ on request.

Day 12: Flight from Cartagena to Bogota - End of Tour

Stop At: Bogota, Colombia
Collected in the morning for transfer back to Bogota. End of tour.
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.