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    The perfect introduction to Colombia. Explore two of its key cities, rich in history and culture and end the trip on a tropical island for an ideal all-round getaway.

    Trip Highlights

    1. Cartagena de Indias
    2. Islas del Rosario
    3. Medellín
    4. San Andrés

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    1. Accommodation

    2. All transfers.

    3. Activities

    4. Some meals

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    1. Departures available until November 2024

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    3. Solo travelers from + $660

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    • Accommodation in Charm category hotels.

    Accommodation: 9 Nights

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    Day 1 to 4

    Café Hotel by Lars

    Location

    Medellín

    Category

    Nights

    3

    Rating TripAdvisor travelers

    The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Vivre Medellín

    Itinerary

    Immerse yourself in the culture and vibrant atmosphere of Medellín, known as the 'City of Eternal Spring. Continue by discovering the beautiful colonial Cartagena de Indias, famed for its colonial buildings, squares and cobblestone streets. Then jet-off to the tropical Caribbean island of San Andres, where you can soak up the sun surrounded by nature.

    1st Day: US-Medellín

    It's time to say 'hola' to Colombia as you head to your departure airport, ready for a flight* to Medellín. Arrive in the hillside city and transfer to the hotel, catching sight of the captivating city skyline along the way. Overnight stay in Medellín.

    * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Café Hotel by Lars or similar

    28 Reviews

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    2nd Day: Medellín

    Breakfast at the hotel. Get to know this colorful city today as you set off on a morning tour of Medellín. Begin at the Casa Museo de la Memoria to learn about the turbulent history of the city before taking a cable car ride to the neighborhood of La Sierra, an up-and-coming part of town where you can uncover the essence of modern Medellín in 'Comuna 13', with its vibrant street art and community atmosphere. The remainder of the day is free at your leisure to explore the city at your leisure. Why not explore Colombia's rich artistic heritage at the Antioquia Museum or take a stroll through Plaza Botero? Overnight stay in Medellín.

    * Please note: Casa Museo de la Memoria is closed on Mondays.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Café Hotel by Lars or similar

    28 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Social and Urban Transformation - Commune 13

    Light

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    3rd Day: Medellín

    Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Medellín, known as the 'City of Eternal Spring'. Soak up some culture in the Museo de Antioquia, wander through the tranquil Botanic Gardens or simply people-watch in one of the city's sunny plazas. Alternatively, we recommend an excursion to Peñol and Guatapé.* Overnight stay in Medellín.

    Optional Full-Day Excursion to Peñol and Guatapé: Explore the town of Peñol, known for its impressive, energy-producing reservoir. Move on to Piedra de El Peñol, a strange stone monolith, and climb 724 steps to reach the peak for unforgettable panoramic views. After descending, stop for lunch before visiting the town of Guatapé to appreciate its picturesque houses and to enjoy a boat trip on the reservoir. 

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Café Hotel by Lars or similar

    28 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Peñol & Guatapé Excursion

    Light

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    4th Day: Medellín - Cartagena

    Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Cartagena. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Cartagena sits on the Caribbean coast and is one of the main ports in Colombia. It's increasingly up-and-coming and has a plethora of upmarket bars and restaurants and is home to colorful streets and leafy plazas, perfect for exploring! Overnight stay in Cartagena.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Barlovento or similar

    830 Reviews

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    5th Day: Cartagena

    Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your morning at leisure in this vibrant city. In the afternoon, you will take a panoramic tour of the main neighborhoods of the city: BocagrandeCastillogrande and Manga until you reach and enter the Castillo de San Felipe where we will visit one of the most important military engineering constructions in colonial times. Next, visit the emblematic Church of San Pedro Claver that dates back to the 1600s. End of the tour with a walk through the stunning colonial walled city where you can admire its beautiful squares, narrow streets and houses with their balconies magnificently decorated with flowers. Overnight stay in Cartagena.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Barlovento or similar

    830 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Tour of Cartagena

    Moderate

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    6th Day: Cartagena

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have the day at your leisure*. It's a vibrant city with a plethora of quirky bars and eateries, colorful streets and leafy plazas, perfect for exploring! We recommend visiting the various plazas within the walled city, doing a spot of shopping in the independent boutiques and watching the sunset from an ocean-side bar with a tropical cocktail. Overnight stay in Cartagena.

    *Optional Full-day Islas del Rosario Tour with Lunch: Enjoy a tour of the stunning Rosario islands in the middle of the turquoise Caribbean ocean. Self-transfer to the port to catch your speed boat over to the Rosario Islands National Park. During the boat ride appreciate the beautiful Bay of Cartagenaand Boca Chica, where the San Fernando and San José forts are located. Once you arrive you have the day to enjoy the beach, soak in the sunshine, have a swim in the wonderful waters and then savor a typical lunch (included). Transfer back to Cartagena at the indicated time.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Barlovento or similar

    830 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Full day Islas del Rosario en San Pedro de Majagua con almuerzo

    Moderate

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    7th Day: Cartagena - San Andrés

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today it’s time to catch a flight over to the blissful island of San Andres, known for its coconut palms, white sand beaches and crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Transfer to the hotel and spend the rest of your day at your leisure. Enjoy the all-inclusive resort and start discovering this tropical island. Overnight stay in San Andres.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Hotel Sol Caribe Campo or similar

    1218 Reviews

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    8th Day: San Andrés

    All-inclusive at the hotel. After breakfast, experience a spectacular eco-tour onboard a catamaran that will border the mangroves of the Old Point National Park. A local specialized guide will show you the great variety of flora and fauna native to this area of the world. Finally, enjoy some time to wonder at what is known as the ‘Sea of Seven Colors’, notice and identify the different magical blue hues of the Caribbean sea. Transfer back to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in San Andres.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Hotel Sol Caribe Campo or similar

    1218 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Catamaran ride in San Andres

    Light

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    9th Day: San Andrés

    All-inclusive at the hotel. Today is free for you to enjoy at your leisure. You can enjoy the full-board at your hotel, have a lazy day on the island, pick up some souvenirs while you immerse yourself in the local culture. We recommend an optional* Aquarium and Johnny Cay visit to discover more of the beautiful marine life.

    *Optional Natural Aquarium and Johnny Cay shared excursion: This activity begins with a visit to Haynes Cay and the natural Aquarium where you can appreciate the beauty of these small islands and see their marine life. Next, take a tour around the mangroves and the internal bay of San Andres. Return to San Andres to have lunch at your hotel. After lunch, meet at the pier to venture over to Johnny Cay, enjoy some beach time, soak in the sea and sun. Finally, take an eco-walk through the island and observe the fascinating iguanas that inhabit the place, the main hosts of the natural park. Return to San Andres in the afternoon. Overnight stay in San Andres.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Hotel Sol Caribe Campo or similar

    1218 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Johnny Cay and Aquarium Tour

    Light

    See more

    10th Day: San Andrés - US

    Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly it's time to bid farewell to Colombia. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip.

    Included activities

    Included

    It is recommended to wear sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for mild weather. Casa de la Memoria is closed on Mondays

    Social and Urban Transformation - Commune 13

    Included activity for day 2

    Social and Urban Transformation - Commune 13

    Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Passengers are only picked up at hotels in Bocagrande, Laguito and Centro Historico. Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for warm weather. The tour may vary due to museum closures.

    Tour of Cartagena

    Included activity for day 5 in Cartagena de Indias

    You will take a panoramic tour through the main neighbourhoods of the city: Bocagrande, Castillo Grande and Manga until you reach and enter the Castillo de San Felipe.

    Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: 13:15 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Explanations in Spanish

    Catamaran ride in San Andres

    Included activity for day 8

    A spectacular ecological tour in a sailing boat along the mangrove area that is part of the Old Point Natural Park, where a specialised guide will show you the great variety of flora and fauna of the area.

    Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

    Available Activities

    Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
    Optional

    If due to health problems you are unable to climb the rock of El Peñol, the ticket will be lost and cannot be replaced by another activity.

    Peñol & Guatapé Excursion

    Suggested activity for day 3

    Visit Peñol reservoir and the famous Peñol Stone, a 220-metre high rock monolith to climb the 724 steps to the top. The views of the surrounding countryside are worth the climb! Also visit Guatapé town and cruise on the reservoir.

    Duration 10:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    Es opcional tomar el transporte en lancha para visitar el acuario San Martín de Pajares, aclarando que el valor del ingreso es pago directo, no incluido. El acuario San Martín de Pajares cierra los lunes. Los martes cuando el lunes anterior es festiv

    Full day Islas del Rosario en San Pedro de Majagua con almuerzo

    Suggested activity for day 6 in Islas del Rosario

    En la mañana traslado por cuenta propia del hotel hasta el muelle para embarcar en una lancha rápida en servicio compartido con destino al Parque Natural Nacional de las islas del Rosario, durante la navegación apreciaremos la Bahía de Cartagena y Boca chi

    Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Optional

    Tour in Spanish

    Johnny Cay and Aquarium Tour

    Suggested activity for day 9

    Explore Johnny Cay islet of palm trees and white sand beaches, the Haynes Cay where you’ll enjoy a typical lunch included, and explore the natural aquarium to appreciate the marine flora and fauna with its fascinating colorful fish.

    Duration 06:00h Approx. Pick up time: 14:15 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

    The price includes

    • Included in all our trips. more information
    • Departures from main US airports.

    • International flights: US - Medellin // San Andrés - US.

    • Internal flights: Medellin - Cartagena, Cartagena - San Andrés. *

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    • 9 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.

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    • 6 breakfasts and all inclusive in San Andres

    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.**

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    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English/Spanish speaking guide.

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    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

    *The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

    Not included

    Entrances, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    * Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your departure date. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.

    • Entry requirements

      Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Colombia.

    • Visa

      US Passport holders can enter Colombia for up to 90 days as a visitor without a visa.

    • Currency

      Colombian Peso.

    • Language

      Spanish.

    • Electricity

      110 V, 60 Hz.

    • Health

      Please consult your doctor regarding the vaccination against yellow fever and malaria prophylaxis. Travellers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects.

    • Time zone

      GMT - 05:00.

    • Tourist Office website

      http://www.colombia.co/en/

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

    If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 888-488-0592 or via our contact form.

     

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