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Colombia Escape

7 days, 2 cities  |  From $1,719 $1,569 before flights($150 off)  |  Estimated biweekly payments as low as $34

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Which trip type is right for you?

Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For social butterflies who thrive on meeting other people.

Plus: Stay with just one other person in 3- or 4-star hotels. Perfect for couples or anyone who enjoys recharging in their own space.

Why go?

Colombia is the ::chefs kiss:: mix of old and new. Like, walled cities neighbored by high-rises and colonial architecture speckled with street art. This is where history meets innovation and where you meet your next great adventure.

What you'll get

  • Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
  • 6 nights in handpicked accommodations
  • 6 breakfasts
  • 1 lunch
  • 3 dinners
  • Expert Tour Director
  • 24/7 support
  • 2 insider tours
  • Boat ride and full-day excursion to Barú Island

Picture yourself

  • 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
  • Immersing yourself in Medellín’s street art scene
  • Watching the sun set over the Pacific in a catamaran
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Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Medellín

¡Vamos, amigos! Board your flight, sit back, relax, and start dreaming about beautiful beaches, colorful cities, and allllll of the arepas. Next stop: Medellín, Colombia.

Today’s highlights
  • Land at the airport and meet an EF representative.
  • Transfer to your accommodations, check in, and start to meet your fellow travelers.
  • Settle in for the night and get ready to take on Medellín in the morning.

Day 2: Explore Medellín + Welcome Dinner

Welcome to Medellín, the capital city of Colombia’s mountainous Antioquia province. Largely reinvented over the past 20 years, Medellín is a hub of innovation, an artist’s playground, and loaded with “stop I need a picture” natural beauty.

Today’s highlights
  • Get up close to the work of artist Fernando Botero in Botero Plaza.
  • Take on local culture with a graffiti workshop.
  • Try some local foods at an included dinner with your group.
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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.

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Diez Hotel

This vibrant hotel is located in the exclusive area of El Poblado-Medellín. Guests will enjoy a coffee bar, spa area, and fitness room. Nearby, you’ll find many public parks and a variety of restaurants.

Capilla del Mar

This luxurious hotel is located on the waterfront in Cartagena. Guests will enjoy a fitness center and spa, a pool, and restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find public beaches and walking paths.

Armería Real Hotel

This charming hotel is located by the waterfront in Cartagena. Guests will enjoy a terrace bar, pool, and a spa and wellness center. Nearby, you will find beaches and waterfront restaurants.

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Flights

When you include flights with your trip, our dedicated team of experts will handle all the details, so your travel experience is as seamless as possible. Just select your dates and airport to see pricing.

Perks of booking flights with us

  • Round-trip flights
  • Airport transfers to and from accommodations
  • Ability to pay for flights over time
  • Major international airlines only
  • 24/7 support in case of changes or delays
  • Locked-in price at booking
  • Flexibility for pre- or post-trip travel

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Best time in colombia !

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Miguel, traveled in May 2025

This trip was great ! Colombia was beautiful and the tour was very fun. This was my first EF trip and first time going on a trip on my own! I HIGHLY recommend this trip especially if you are planning a solo trip. I came and met 19 strangers and we all became such good friends...

¡Colombia te quiero tanto! 🇨🇴

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Dec 2024

Colombia has always been dear to my heart and I was truly fortunate to be able to experience and witness its beauty through Belkin's guidance. It was magical ✨️

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AMAZING!

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Olivia, traveled in Dec 2024

I booked this trip as a 30th birthday present to myself and I had the BEST time! I went not knowing anyone and left with 28 new friends. Everyone in our group was so welcoming and friendly, and the tour itself was amazing too. Medellín and Cartagena are SO beautiful, and we did...

Preparedness is Key

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Mackenzie, traveled in Dec 2024

This is my third EF tour and I had tour guide Belkin on this tour. I found out I was pregnant after booking the tour and was feeling good enough to go so I went. Belkin did a fantastic job not only herding a group of 30 and keeping track of everyone, but ensuring personally I...

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Nov 2024

Carolina was an amazing tour guide, making us feel safe in a new country and making sure we had fun! I felt like I learned a lot about the history, cultural, and social aspects of life in Medellin and Cartagena. This is definitely a country I would love to come back to and...

Colombia = Underrated

4 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Samuel, traveled in Nov 2024

My expectations for the trip were not too high, and I was blown away by my experience. EF, and our wonderful tour guide Carolina, made sure we did not miss out on anything Medellin & Cartegena. We learned about the history, experienced the vibrant culture, and enjoyed some...

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