Colombia Culture and Beach

Day 1. Bogotá

Arrival in the city of Bogotá, assistance at El Dorado International Airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Accommodation.

Day 2. Bogotá – City Tour + Monserrate

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, the City Tour of the historic center of Bogotá, also called "La Candelaria", will begin, during which you will visit the Gold Museum where you will see around 34,000 pieces of pre-Hispanic gold and more than 25,000 pre-Columbian objects. Subsequently, you will visit the Casa de la Moneda and the Botero Donation, where works by the master Fernando Botero, internationally recognized Colombian artist in different artistic techniques such as painting, drawing, and sculpture, are exhibited. The tour will continue with a panoramic tour of the Bolívar Square (The Primate Cathedral, Nariño's House, Liévano Palace, and Justice Palace). Finally, you will ascend to Monserrate. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 6 hours

Includes: Professional Spanish-speaking tour guide, private transportation, entrance to the Gold Museum - Casa de la Moneda and Botero Donation, and ascent to Monserrate.

Important Note: Gold Museum closed on Mondays, Casa de la Moneda and Botero Donation closed on Tuesdays.

Day 3. Bogotá – Visit to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, assistance at the hotel and departure to the town of Zipaquirá, passing through the so-called "Sabana de Bogotá". Arrival at the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, one of Colombia's main tourist sites, considered the first wonder of Colombia built 180 meters deep in a salt mine. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 5 hours

Includes: Professional Spanish-speaking tour guide, private transportation, entrance to the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral.

Day 4. Bogotá – Medellín – City Tour + Comuna 13

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer to El Dorado International Airport to take a flight (not included) to Medellín. Arrival and reception at José Maria Córdova International Airport, transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Later, the City Tour + Comuna 13 Tour will begin, visiting the main tourist sites of the city such as San Antonio Park, San Ignacio Square, the traditional La Playa Avenue, The Sculpture Park, which contains more than 20 sculptures donated by Master Fernando Botero, The Park of Wishes, and the Atanasio Girardot Sports Unit, in addition to the renovated Convention Center, the old Macarena Bullring. Additionally, the traditional Pueblito Paisa will be visited. Then, you will be transferred to the Poblado area, where you will visit Poblado Park, Lleras Park, and the Golden Mile, the financial and hotel heart of the city.

The visit continues to Comuna 13 of Medellín, touring the Graffitis that highlight the places that have marked history, these murals have been made by different artists from the area, where they share the stories that move and inspire hope. The tour ends with a visit to the iconic Electric Stairs of Comuna 13. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 7 hours

Day 5 Medellín - Visit to El Peñol and Guatapé.

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, start the tour to the municipality of El Peñol, admiring the diversity of its architecture, and learning about the replica of the original town where you will appreciate a bit of the colonial style. Subsequently, we will head to the majestic El Peñol Rock, a monolith 220 meters high. The visit will continue to the town of Guatapé, famous for the details of its baseboards, drawings, and high-relief paintings that adorn the houses of the town (this tour is done by moto taxi). Finally, you will visit the Peñol and Guatapé reservoirs, where you can enjoy the contrast between green mountains and water mirrors. In the afternoon, return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 8 hours.

Includes: Professional tour guide in Spanish, transportation, moto taxi tour, typical lunch in a local restaurant.

Not included: El Peñol Rock ascent, boat tour of the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir. (Payment on site)

Day 6 Medellín - Cartagena - City Tour

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer to José Maria Córdova International Airport to take a flight (not included) to Cartagena. Arrival and reception at Rafael Núñez International Airport, transfer to the hotel for check-in.

At the agreed time, start the panoramic tour in a private air-conditioned transport unit. Discover the magical history of Cartagena de Indias on a tour in air-conditioned transportation. Accompanied by a professional bilingual guide, our tour includes a panoramic visit to the bay of Cartagena, the Pegasos pier, the public clock tower, until reaching the Manga neighborhood to appreciate the Moorish and Republican architecture. You will visit the impressive San Felipe de Barajas Fortress. Immerse yourself in the charm of the historic walled city, with stops for crafts shopping and a walk through the streets and squares full of history, including the San Pedro Claver Church and the Santo Domingo bulwark. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 4 hours

Operation Days: Every day

Includes: Professional tour guide in Spanish, private transportation, entrance to the mentioned places.

Day 7. Cartagena - Rosario Islands (Isla del Encanto) in shared service

Breakfast at the Hotel. At the indicated time, assistance at the hotel and transfer to the Bodeguita dock to take a speedboat that will transport us to the Rosario Islands (approx. 45 min), enjoying during the journey a panoramic view of Cartagena Bay and Bocachica, as well as a beautiful landscape with the forts of San Fernando and San José. Along the coast of Barú Island, we will arrive at the base island in the Rosario Islands to enjoy its crystal-clear waters. There, you can go diving or snorkeling (additional cost). Free time to enjoy the sea and facilities. In the afternoon, return to Cartagena. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Duration: 8 Hours.

Operating Days: Every day

Includes: Tour of the group of islands, hotel - dock - hotel transfer, typical Caribbean lunch.

Not Included: Departure and Coralia taxes (USD 10 per person), entrance to the Oceanarium (USD 10 per person).

Day 8. Cartagena - Next destination / City of Origin

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer to Rafael Núñez International Airport to take a flight (not included) to the next destination or city of origin.