DESTINATION COLOMBIA
Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
Flying Time from UK: 11 hours
Time difference to UK: – 5 hours
Colombia is one of the most linguisticly diverse countries in the world, which has given rise to a rich cultural history. You can visit this awe inspiring destination filled with wonder and excitement. From it’s beautiful rainforests to its historic cities, Colombia is the place to be.
Programme
Day 1
Arrival to Bogotá
Historical journey through La Candelaria, Plaza de Bolivar, Cathedral and other buildings of interest
Visit the Botero Museum
Visit a small exhibition of the Gold Museum
Visit the sanctuary of Monserrate, the Quinta de bolivar
Visit to the jewelry and crafts shop.
Day 2
The day in Guatavita & Zipaquirá
Visit the legendary “Laguna de Guatavita”
Enjoy an ecological walk on the biodiversity of the area, along with stories of events that occurred
Visit the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
Lunch provided
Day 3
The day in Villa de Leyva
Visit the beautiful colonial towns of Boyacá
Tour around Chiquinquirá which includes Our Lady of Chiquinquirá, Ráquira, “Puente de Boyacá” & two museums
Lunch in Villa de Leyva
Day 4
Panoramic City Tour flight from Bogotá to Cali with professional guide included
Locations include: “Al Gato”, “La Merced”, Mudéjar Tower, Plaza de Caycedo (Main City Square), La Tertulia Monument museum, Municipal Theatre, Cerro Los Cristales, San Antonio Church & lookout of Sebastian de Belalcazar
Day 5
Tour of the estates of sugar cane, home to the world famous Hacienda el Paraiso
Visit to the Cane Museum
An exquisite typical lunch in the sweetest region of Colombia
Transfer to Armenia and hotel
Day 6
City tour of Armenia including the Quimbaya gold museum & Plaza de Bolivar
Transfer to Restaurant La Fogata for coffee tasting
Visit to Salento and Cocoa Valley and appreciate the national tree, wax palm
Enjoy old houses in Bahareque & clay walls, magic of real Colombian coffee and friendly & kind people
Day 7
Visit to Hacienda Venecia to live the coffee process and magical world of coffee in an authentic coffee farm
Discover important and varied issues relating to the product that has characterized our country in the world
Walk through coffee plantations and routes
Appreciate the traditional architecture visit
Free time for lunch
Transfer to Medellin
Day 8
City tour of Medellin including Cerro Nutibara, Pueblito Paisa, barefoot Park, Sculpture Park and Park of Desires
Visit and entry to the metro and metro cable
Panoramic tour to Alpujarra Administrative Center, lights Park, Avenue San Juan, Berrio Park, Golden Mile and the Poblado Avenue
Day 9
Sightseeing tour of the main attractions of Santa Marta and El Rodadero
Visit and tour historic Tayrona Gold Museum, the Cathedral of Santa Marta, Taganga Overview
Admission and guided tour to the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Day 10
Day in Parque Tayrona
Start day in Canaveral
Walk through the tropical forest from Canaveral to Arrecifes
Discover exotic birds and sometimes the squirrels and monkeys frolicking on walk
Arrival at the extraordinary and beautiful Arrecifes beach
Visit Arenilla, Piscina & Cabo San Juan beaches
Day 11
City tour of Cartagena
Visit the residential neighborhoods bordering the Bay of Cartagena
Visit to the Monastery of La Popa and the Chapel of the Virgen de la Candelabra
Admire a beautiful panoramic view of the city
Visit to the Fortress of the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas
Day 12
Full day touring Rosario Islands
Includes: Comfortable & safe boats, Guide, Panoramic tour of the 27 islands of the Archipelago, Landing on two islands, Typical lunch & a night out in Cartagena
Day 13
Transfer to the Airport
Costs
The following packages include accommodation (single or double rooms), transportation, food specified, departure and arrival transfers at airport, entrance fees at mentioned locations, a local Spanish/English speaking guide, medical assistance and a tour coordinator:
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Based on 08 pax – £2,286 per person
Based on 10 pax – £2,235 per person
Based on 12 pax – £2,200 per person
Based on 15 pax – £2,170 per person
Based on 20 pax – £2,130 per person
Please note all prices do not include flights (quotes can be provided upon request), lunch and dinners not specified, international medical insurance and other expenses not specified.
Additional Options
- Social working
- Adventure
- Museum tour
- Academic visits
- Ecotours
- Religious tours
All additional options can be added to packages upon request at additional cost.
Please note that these are sample rates, which are all subject to availability and can change with season and demand.
For more information email [email protected] or call Mini Vohra and the Cornucopia Events™ team on +44 (0)871 288 3965 or +44 (0)7863 240513