Week in Colombia

8 Days / Nights

Week in Colombia

8 Days / Nights

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Discover an extraordinary country in which the pre-Columbian civilizations and the Spanish heritage blend into a unique culture that will make you fall in love with Colombia. Travel from Bogotá to the northern region and Tayrona National Park and its beautiful beaches.

Suggested itinerary

Day one: Welcome to Bogotá

Upon arrival at El Dorado International Airport in Bogota, your driver will take you to the hotel where our local representative will meet you upon arrival for an orientation meeting. Get settled at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day on your  own. 


Day two: Feel the Rhythm of Bogotá - Biking City Tour

After breakfast, enjoy a half day bike tour of the city with your local guide. You will stop at all the most important monuments like La Candelaria, Bogota’s historic center, continue visiting a traditional fruit market, where we taste  tropical fruits, followed by a typical small-scale coffee roaster. 

  • Guided Visit to Museo de Oro
  • Guided Visit to Museo de Botero
  • Take the Cable car ride Monserrate Mountain
  • Colombian Cooking Class

Day three: The Living Heritage of Colombia

Today you will visit the Mhuysqa Community where we will give a brief  about their traditions, activities and beliefs. Continue to “The  Cusmuy”; during your  time here you will have the opportunity to share and learn about the  culture and history of the indigenous communityYou will then visit the famous Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá before you take a short flight to Santa Marta on the Caribbean coast.  Upon arrival head up to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada to Minca. 


Day four: Minca Nature Aventure

Today you will have a full day adventure in Minca. The begins  along the trail to the lost waterfall where you will be able to take a  refreshing swim in this spectacular waterfall, visit a coffee hacienda and enjoy lunch over looking the beautiful landscape. After your excursion in Minca, transfer to your hotel near Tayrona  National Park.


Day five: Enjoy a Day in the Caribbean Beaches

Today is an easy excursion into Tayrona National Nature Park to see some of the parks gorgeous beaches which are  backed by mountains and shaded by coconut palms. Visit Arrecifes, La Piscina,  another small village where you could swim in the  natural pools and coral reefs, perfect for snorkeling. Continue your hike to La  Cabo, this famous picturesque beach is one of the most  recognizable in the park.


Day six: Guided Visit of Cartagena

Upon arrival to Cartagena you will start a private guided visit of Cartagena, Colombia’s walled city.  Visit  the city’s plazas, galleries, churches and vaulted walkways where  crafts and antiquities are sold. Visit the Castillo de San Felipe de  Barajas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore Cerro de la Popa, where you will find a church and  colonial convent constructed in the 17th Century.


Day seven: Explore Cartagena

Free day to enjoy this beautiful city on your own.  

  • Discover Isla Rosarios Coral Archipelago
  • Mangrove Guided Tour by the locals of La Boguilla
  • Fishing Experiences with Locals

Day eight: Depart

Today you catch your flight home full of memories of Spain and wishing your stay had been longer.

Since all of our trips are custom designed, contact us today to create your customized culinary trip to Colombia!


What more?

Your accommodations

To make your experience as local as possible we use small boutique hotels where you can find a personalize service. All the hotels we work with whether they are 3, 4 or 5 stars are well located for a particular location and the rooms would have a private bathroom, non-smoking and have air conditioning.

Your accommodations
Your experience

It’s a given that during your trip, you see the highlights and historically important sites but what really sets the experience apart is our local guides. Discover the most spectacular parts of Colombia  and see how Colombians really live in a unique and very personal experience.

Your experience

Why travel with us?

Customized and private trip

We’re full of ideas and we take time to design a trip for you that ticks all the boxes. We have the knowledge and contacts to ensure that your trip is a once in a lifetime. Our local Colombian guides bring the country to life through their personal stories and life experiences, They are all about showing you the real Colombia to discover things you won’t find out about any other way.

Responsible travel

We pride ourselves on delivering an enriching ‘local’ experience in Colombia– and therefore we feel it’s our responsibility to leave a positive impact as well as reduce negative impacts. We are committed to working in a socially and environmentally conscious way, and making a positive difference. Click here for more details about our responsible travel journey.

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Over the years we’ve been creating inspirational and immersive trips for our clients, and what better testament to this than to hear the great things they have to say about their experience, and our service. We have plenty of great reviews to share, be sure and click here to read some.

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