Colombia - Coffee and Culture

Arrival transfer to the hotel.

Your adventure begins with a private, personal guide to take you through one of the most dynamic cities in South America.

This private, 6-hour tour of Bogota is limited only by your imagination.  You will have the exclusive use of a guide to take you to sites and attractions that interest you.  There are many,  find below a sampling of what Bogota has to offer. 

• Paloquemao’s Market
• La Candelaria 
• Gold museum 
• Botero museum
• Visit a chocolate factory and sample their wares
• Have coffee tasting experience
• Visit the Usaquen area and the market
• Experience the Museo Nacional
• A night at Andrés Carne de Res ( The original Andrés Carne de Res is in Chia, a little town outside of Bogotá, but now there’s a location in Zona Rosa as well) - a must!

Today you will transfer to Villa de Leyva - 4 hour drive.

You will stop on the way to Zipaquirá, famous for its Salt Cathedral which was carved inside an active salt mine and Raquira, the most colourful town in Colombia.

This morning you will visit the museum “El Fósil”, where you will find remains of an ancient marine reptile called kronosaurus boyecensis.

You will arrive at Bogota' airport on time for your flight to Pereira. 

Flight Bogota - Pereira (approx 1 hr)

Private arrival transfer and remainder of the day at leisure. 

Full-day private guided tour of Salento and Cocora Valley.

Lunch is included.

Today you will have a  private coffee tour at Hacienda San Alberto followed by a tour of Armenia and Buenavista.

Private departure transfer to Pereira airport.

Flight Pereira - Medellin 

Private arrival transfer in Medellin. 

Today you will have a private guided tour of Medellin and surrounding areas. 

Medellín - History of Transformation

20 years ago, Medellín was one of the most dangerous cities in the world. Back in the early 90s, when the hunt for Pablo Escobar took place, the head of Medellín's drug cartel was at its peak. Thus the reign of “El Patrón” came to its end. Until the turn of the millennium the struggle about Escobar's successor continued, but since 2002 Medellín began to change. Local politicians started to invest heavily in infrastructure and public education. Today the “City of Eternal Spring” is one of the most innovative metropolises in the world. 

Guatapé & Peñol

The Peñol Boulder is one of the most spectacular destinations in the surrounding area of Medellín. The 200-meter-high monolith can be climbed through a staircase of 740 steps. Enjoy breath-taking views over the stunning surroundings full of green mountains and blue lakes. The village of Guatapé is famous for its church and its beautiful, colourful paintings that decorate the houses of the village.

On this day trip we will take you on a scenic drive through the Eastern Highlands of Antioquia. You can climb the Peñol Boulder, enjoy a delicious typical Colombian lunch on the waterfront of the Guatapé reservoir, explore the lake on a boat ride and take time to stroll and relax.

Private transfer to the airport. On the way you will make a stopover in Santa Elena, home to a great variety of traditional flower farmers.

Direct flight Medellin - Cartagena

Private arrival transfer. 

Cartagena guided tour half-day. 

You will visit:

• Cartagena walled city
• Convent of La Popa
• Castillo San Filipe
   

Cooking Class (Lunch)
In the afternoon, live a unique experience with a local chef. The recipes are inspired by the flavors, colors and freshness of the products in the Caribbean region, and are designed to delight your palate. 

Today experience the beauty of one of the many islands located in Islas del Rosario: Isla Grande.

The Rosario Islands are located about 30 miles away from Cartagena. An archipelago formed by coral reefs with small white sand beaches, and clear Caribbean waters that invite you to appreciate the diverse marine life. 

Lunch is included.

Leisure time on the island for activities like snorkelling, biking or self-exploration. 

Transfer to the airport for your departure back home.