An essential Colombian Tour to Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena 8-Day
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About This Tour in Bogotá
Why Visit Bogotá?
Bogotá, Colombia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Bogotá provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Bogotá
You can reach Bogotá, Colombia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Travel insurance
- Domestic flights and ground transportation (domestic only)
- Transfers, visits and entrance fees, according to itinerary
- Tour with a local guide per destination
- Accommodation for 7 nights in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Arrival and departure International tickets are at the traveler's expense.
- Additional nights as well as other facilities acquired outside the itinerary of Gran Colombia Tours.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please, take into account that most of the experiences and tours of this trip are done by foot.
- In Bogota, the Gold Museum is closed on Mondays and the Botero Museum on Tuesdays.
- Domestic flights include hold baggage of 23 kg.
- You can decide in which of the cities you want to start and finish your trip.
- The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
La Candelaria and Monserrate
The first day begins with a tour of... 8 hours
The first day begins with a tour of La Candelaria, in the historic center of Bogota. You will visit the Plaza de Bolivar, the Casa de Nariño, Chorro de Quevedo and two of the most important museums in the area: the Gold Museum and the Botero Museum. You will enjoy local gastronomic experiences, such as fruits, coffee and a delicious typical lunch. You will also take the cable car up to Monserrate to observe the city from the top, visit the basilica and its natural areas. The rest of the afternoon will be free.
Zipaquirá and Guatavita
On this day you will visit the Salt... 10 hours
On this day you will visit the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, one of the wonders of Colombia and the Guatavita Lagoon, where the Legend of El Dorado is said to take place. For this, you will head north of the city, first to the town of Zipaquirá. You will go through the tunnels and roads of the salt mine, to see the only subway Catholic church in the world and its history. Then, you will go to the town of Guatavita and walk to the natural park of Guatavita and learn about its legends. You will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch and at the end of the day you will return to Bogota.
Graffiti tour, Comuna 13 and downtown Medellín
The first day will begin with a metrocable... 8 hours
The first day will begin with a metrocable tour to take a graffiti tour of Comuna 13 and learn how art has transformed a territory marked by conflict. Afterwards, you will continue the metro tour through downtown Medellin, visiting the Museum of Antioquia, where you will find sculptures by the famous artist Fernando Botero, and other attractions in the area. You will visit important parks such as San Antonio and have various gastronomic experiences: fruits, coffee and a delicious traditional lunch.
Piedra del Peñol and Guatape
On this day you will visit one of... 10 hours
On this day you will visit one of the most beautiful places in Colombia: Piedra del Peñol and Guatape. You will travel from Medellín to the town and from there to the first stop: the stairs that will take you to the Piedra del Peñol viewpoint, where you will have views of the dam. Then you will tour the town of Guatape and enjoy a delicious traditional lunch.
Cartagena Arrival
On this day you will transfer to the... 1 hour
On this day you will transfer to the airport to fly to Cartagena and from there to the hotel. You will have the day at leisure.
Walled City and Castle of San Felipe
You will tour the Walled City and the... 8 hours
You will tour the Walled City and the historic center of Cartagena on a private city tour. You will visit the San Felipe Castle, the Palace of the Inquisition, the Clock Tower, the most important squares and the most important colonial houses in the area. During the tour you will have gastronomic experiences with the most typical products of the city, as well as a delicious local lunch.
Beach day at Playa Tranquila and aquarium
Rest day in Playa Tranquila and visit the... 8 hours
Rest day in Playa Tranquila and visit the Aquarium, both places located in the Rosario Islands. You will take a boat to get there and enjoy the Caribbean climate, the typical and fresh food and the scenery. At the end of the day, you will take the boat back to Cartagena and the hotel and finish the tour.
Check out and departure
We know it is not an easy task... 1 hour
We know it is not an easy task to sum up a whole country in so little time, but this is our best. We are sure you will end up wanting to discover more of our diverse country. A home that welcomes everyone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
