Colombia: Bogotá to Cartagena
10 days, 3 cities |
Why go?
Visiting Colombia is nothing short of eye-opening. Which is great, because there’s a lot to see—from the colorful streets of Bogotá and Guatape to the breezy beaches of the Caribbean coast. Also, arepas…need we say more?
What you'll get
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
- 9 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 9 breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 3 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- Three insider tours with local guides
- Full-day adventure in Chicaque Natural Park
- Barú Island beach day
Picture yourself
- Hiking, ziplining, and waving to sloths in Chicaque Natural Park
- Immersing yourself in Bogotá’s street art scene
- Treating your taste buds to Colombian arepas
- Lounging in the sun on the sandy beaches of Barú Island
- Sipping some of the best coffee on the planet
Itinerary
Day 1: Fly to Bogotá
Here we go, people. Time to brush up on that Spanish, prep all five of your senses, and board your flight to Bogotá, Colombia.
- Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
- Transfer to your hotel, check out your room, and start to meet your fellow travelers as they arrive.
- Settle in for the night and get ready for a full day in Bogotá tomorrow.
Day 2: Explore Bogotá + Welcome Dinner
Venture out into Bogotá, the third-highest capital city in the world (8,660 ft above sea level). Which makes sense when you realize you’re actually chillin’ in the Andes mountains. One look at the city’s architecture reveals that Bogotá is new and old. It’s lively and peaceful, a true microcosm of Colombia and one of South America’s greatest urban destinations.
In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Afterwards, you’re free to take the party elsewhere!
- Join your Tour Director on a tour of La Candelaria, Bogotá’s historic quarter.
- Feast your eyes on the impressive array of (legal) street art and then walk through Bogotá’s (also legal) main square, Plaza Bolívar.
- Get familiar with the area around your hotel with an introductory walk with your Tour Director.
- Take the funicular up to Monserrate, a hill that overlooks the city, and enjoy some free time with a side of views.
Museo del Oro: Have you ever wanted to see 55,000 pieces of gold in one place? It’s your lucky day, because Bogotá’s most popular museum can provide exactly that. It’s not as good as gold. It’s better.
Azahar Café: Colombian coffee is considered some of the best on the globe, supplying 15% of the world’s coffee. You’ve most likely tried Colombian coffee…but have you ever tried it in Colombia? Now’s your chance.
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Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
