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Colombian Full Expedition

Bogotá - Villa de Leyva - Raquira - Barichara - Medellin - Coffee Region - Tayrona - Cartagena
21 Days
20 Nights

Embark on a captivating journey through Colombia’s rich tapestry of culture and natural wonders. From the vibrant streets of Bogotá to the colonial charm of Villa de Leyva and the serene landscapes of Barichara, this itinerary promises an immersive experience like no other.

Bogota: The capital and largest city in Colombia. It is a place of convergence for people from all around the country and is therefore diverse and multicultural. Within this city, the past and present come together.

Villa de Leyva: A beautiful colonial town, with its large central plaza, unique to Latin America. Admire the white houses with elegant balconies, arches, and front doors. Take in the sprawling main square, colonial-style white washed architecture and cobbled streets. This is a portrait of rural towns as they once were.

Raquira: Considered one of the most beautiful towns in Boyaca with its colonial houses and main square surrounded by pottery-making stores since pre-Columbian times. It remained so throughout the Spanish Colonial period, when Mediterranean technology was introduced, and into the Republican era.

Barichara: Barichara is one of Colombia’s prettiest towns, renowned as a fine example of colonial architecture and an oasis of tranquility. You can walk along the tranquil cobblestone streets admiring the adobe houses and visiting artisan workshops and handcraft stores. The most distinctive features include the cobblestone streets, the rammed-earth houses, the bahereque building style, mud tiles and stone monuments made by well-known Barichara’s artists. 

Medellin: Get to know Medellin, located in a bowl in the Andes mountains, it has a favorable climate and incredible diversity of stunning flora, always in bloom around the city that is why is known as the “city of eternal spring”

Coffee Region: Located between two mountain ranges gives this area the most amount of flora and fauna (a perfect place for bird lovers) and conformed by Manizales, Risaralda and Quindio departments, this region is where most of the coffee production happen, taking into account that coffee is more than a product, it is a way of living.

Santa Marta: The oldest city in South America and therefore has a historical and cultural legacy with colonial treasures. Thanks to its excellent geographical location, it is possible to have it all, countless ecosystems thanks to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and wonderful inlets of white sand and crystalline waters that are formed at the foot of this coastal mountain thanks to the waters of the Caribbean Sea. Its unequaled architectural heritage is worth appreciating if you visit the city.

Cartagena: Colombia’s walled city. Within its fortifications you will find a unique culture and history that seem to blend reality and fantasy. Stroll the cobblestone streets and admire the colonial buildings. Visit the city’s plazas, galleries, churches and vaulted walkways where crafts and antiquities are sold. 

Itinerary Highlights:

  • Day 1: Welcome to Bogotá! Enjoy a reception at the airport and a transfer to your hotel with tips from your guide.
  • Day 2: Explore Bogotá’s Paloquemao market and enjoy a walking tour of the historic city center, including Plaza de Bolivar and Museo Botero.
  • Day 3: Transfer to Villa de Leyva with a stop at the famous Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá.
  • Day 4: Discover the colonial charm of Villa de Leyva with a visit to its picturesque streets and main plaza.
  • Day 5: Journey to Barichara, stopping at Ráquira to admire local handicrafts.
  • Day 6: Immerse yourself in the colonial architecture and artisan culture of Barichara.
  • Day 7: Hike the Camino Real to the village of Guane and explore its archaeological sites.
  • Day 8: Fly to Medellin and explore the city of eternal spring.
  • Day 9: Discover the city’s transformation through a guided tour.
  • Day 10: Explore Peñol de Guatapé and Medellin’s rural surroundings.
  • Day 11: Fly to Pereira and visit Hacienda San Alberto for a behind-the-scenes coffee experience.
  • Day 12: Discover Filandia, Cocora Valley, and Salento’s charming streets.
  • Day 13: Trek into Cocora Valley’s wax palm forest and visit archaeological sites.
  • Day 14: Fly to Santa Marta and transfer to Tayrona National Park for a beach and nature adventure.
  • Day 15: Continue exploring Tayrona National Park’s rivers, beaches, and culture.
  • Day 16: Transfer to Cartagena and discover its historic walled city.
  • Day 17: Visit the San Felipe Castle and Cerro de la Popa for panoramic views of Cartagena.
  • Day 18: Enjoy leisure time in Cartagena to explore its streets and plazas.
  • Day 19: Experience the beauty of Rosario Islands with a day trip from Cartagena.
  • Day 20: Free time in Cartagena to relax or explore further.
  • Day 21: Transfer to Cartagena airport for your departure.

 

Embark on the Colombian Full Expedition and discover the incredible diversity and beauty of this South American gem, from its vibrant cities to its breathtaking natural wonders.

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