Colombia’s 3 Axis of Diversity: Bogota, Coffee Region and Cartagena 8-Day Tour

If you don’t know what to choose, we do it for you: visit three essential regions in Colombia and get a lifetime experience. You will start in the capital of Colombia, Bogota. You will spend one day discovering the city main spots. On the second day you will explore its surroundings by going to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. You will fly to Pereira on the third day to enjoy the coffee triangle. You will spend one day discovering the Cocora Valley and the coffee farms and on the other day you will go to Santa Rosa hot springs. You will fly to Cartagena on the sixth day. You will have one day to wander around the walled city and its colorful spots and on the last day you will relax in a small island near the city. Food, history, and lots of fun by the hand of our welcoming locals

• Combining city and nature by visiting the city's downtowns on one day and the top-notch natural destinations on the other
• Diving into Colombian culture through its typical food, music, and landscapes



Itinerary

Day 1: La Candelaria and Monserrate

Stop At: Bogota, Bogota
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.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 2: Zipaquirá and Guatavita

Stop At: Catedral De Sal De Zipaquira, Carrera 6 Calle 1 Parque De La Sal, Zipaquira 250252 Colombia
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.
Duration: 10 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 3: Santa Rosa Hot Springs

Stop At: Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal - Balneario, Calle 14 15 52 Km. 10 Vereda San Ramon, Santa Rosa de Cabal 661020 Colombia
You will visit the town of Santa Rosa de Cabal where you will hike to the hot springs, rich in minerals and known for their medicinal properties. You will walk through the beautiful landscapes of this place, with its waterfalls and mountainous areas and enjoy its natural pools. You will also taste some typical dishes and a traditional lunch before returning to your hotel.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 4: Cocora Valley and Coffee farm

Stop At: Salento, Salento, Quindio Department
In Salento you will start the morning with a hike to the Cocora Valley, the natural sanctuary of the wax palms, Colombia's national tree. You will learn about Colombian farmer traditions, and you will take pictures of the breathtaking scenery at the viewpoints and enjoy a typical homemade lunch. You will also enjoy a tour of a coffee farm to learn about the entire coffee process, from planting, harvesting, picking and roasting. You will be able to pick cherries with local guides and participate in a coffee tasting with the baristas.
Duration: 10 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 5: Cartagena Arrival

Stop At: Cartagena, Cartagena, Cartagena District, Bolivar Department
You will transfer to the airport to fly to Cartagena de Indias and from there to your hotel. You will have the day at leisure.
Duration: 1 hour

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 6: Walled City and Castle of San Felipe

Stop At: Walled City of Cartagena, Calle 41, Cartagena 130002 Colombia
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.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 7: Beach day at Playa Tranquila and aquarium

Stop At: Baru, Baru, Cartagena District, Bolivar Department
On the last day of the trip you will have a 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.
Duration: 8 hours

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Accommodation included: Accommodation in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category.

Day 8: Check out and departure

Stop At: Cartagena, Cartagena, Cartagena District, Bolivar Department
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.
Duration: 1 hour

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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Service animals allowed"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"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"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"



Duração: 8 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up our clients anywhere within, Bogotá - hotels, hostels, vacation rentals, points of interest, and also at El Dorado International Airports.

Airports

• Eldorado Airport, Bogota Colombia

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Incluído

• 7 breakfasts (at the hotel) and 8 lunches
• Domestic flights and ground transportation (domestic only)
• Travel insurance
• Tour with a local guide per destination
• Transfers, visits and entrance fees, according to itinerary
• Accommodation for 7 nights in scheduled hotels (or similar), according to chosen category
• 8x Breakfast
• 7x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 7 nights
• 1x Dinner
• Entry/Admission - Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal - Balneario
• Entry/Admission - Catedral De Sal De Zipaquira

Não Incluído

• 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.

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