15 Exciting Days in Colombia - Staying in Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena


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It's been a while since we travelled long haul with the meetup group, we had so much fun Thailand, Zanzibar and Kenya.
Let's enjoy Colombia, located in South America, a country with diverse landscapes, cultures, and experiences. From the Andes mountains to the Caribbean coast, from the Amazon jungle to the colonial cities, Colombia has something for everyone
This trip will go ahead once we have 4 travellers, if not you will be refunded fully.
We will be staying in Bogotá, Medellin, and Cartagena for 4 nights
Holiday takes place from 11th - 25th October with a late overnight flight arriving to the UK on Sunday 26th with 1 stop over on return flights.
11th - 15th Botoga
Day 1
We Catch a late morning flight from Gatwick Airport.
On arrival to Botoga we are transferred to our hotel.
Day 2
Feel the history of Bogotá come to life while we take a private walking tour
- Pay a visit to the Gold Museum and learn more about the Muisca culture
- Visit key locations such as the Primate Cathedral and Chorro de Quevedo
- Uncover the intriguing facts behind the legend of the lost city of El Dorado
- Ride the cable car and take in views of the city from the top of Monserrate
Day 3 FREE DAY
Optional day tour to visit Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita additional fee £80
Day 4
Just an hour from Bogotá, we visit Choachí, where we will find the tallest natural waterfall of Colombia. There, we will have an ecological walk in "La Chorrera" park to reach the hill where the pristine water flows.
We will spend the day surrounded by all shades of green while breathing the cleanest air!
15th - 19th Medellin
Day 5
Today we catch a morning flight to Medellin
Free time to relax or explore after checking in,
Day 6
Early start, we visit the city of Guatapé for the day, located 1.5-hours from Medellín, and see a world of colour amongst its streets adorned with tile facades. Take a relaxing boat ride and enjoy a traditional Colombian breakfast and lunch.
Day 7
Free Day
Later we get ready to P A R T Y, as we discover the best rooftops and nightclubs the El Poblado district in Medellín and end the night on 70 street in Laureles. Enjoy free shots, included entry, with bilingual guide
Day 8
Free Day, Optional Enjoy horseback riding experience along a muleteer path. Ride a horse down the old path of the silleteros to the Don Leandro Coffee Farm and relaxing coffee massage and steam. Additional fee £85
19th - 24th Cartagena
Day 9
Today we fly to Cartagena in the afternoon, after checking in free time to explore and relax
Day 10
Get ready for fun in the sun and discover the islands near Cartagena on this full-day island-hopping excursion. Swim, lounge, and explore 5 destinations across the Rosario channel of islands. Swim in the famous crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea
Day 11
Free Time
Day 12
Enjoy a transfer from Cartagena and immerse yourself in local culture with a trip to a community, join a canoeing tour through the mangrove, see and learn how locals fish also taste a delicious lunch.
19th - 24th Bogota
Day 13
We fly back to Bogota on an evening flight
Day 14th
At 12 noon we will join a food tour of Bogota. Dive into the heart of Colombian cuisine with more than 12 tastings led by local foodie guides, with coffee workshop.
- Sample 12 different Colombian foods and drinks
- Learn about Colombian culture and it's intriguing culinary history
- Let your experienced, local, foodie guide lead the way
- Included is a game of explosive tejo, with a local beverage
Day 15
Last day, free time to explore before heading back home on an overnight flight. We have a late check out so, a chance to relax or more sightseeing with new friends, whoever is up to it let's discuss together
What's Included
- Return flights to Gatwick, if option chosen includes X4 internal flights
- Return transfers if arriving with us from Gatwick
- B&B (Bed & Breakfast) based on 2 sharing a room
- Walking tour in Bogota
- Day visit Choachí, view tallest natural waterfall of Colombia.
- Day trip to Guatapé
- Visit rooftops and nightclubs in the El Poblado district in Medellín, with free shots, includes entry to club
- Island-hopping, exploring 5 destinations across the Rosario channel of the Caribbean Sea
- Local culture community trip, with canoeing tour through the mangrove with lunch.
- Walking food tour, sample 12 different Colombian foods and drinks
What's Not Included
Possible hotel Taxes
Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita additional fee £80
Horseback riding experience to Don Leandro Coffee Farm and relaxing coffee massage and steam. Additional fee £85
Lunch, dinner and drinks not stated above.
Return transfers not included if not travelling from Gatwick Airport.
Price £2,894
Flights from Gatwick, includes all internal flights within the country of Colombia
Travellers not sharing a room it's £3,233 With international and all internal flights
Without flights from Gatwick and transfers, however includes all internal flights meet us at the hotel £2,395 or £2,750 if not sharing a room.
To get the best deal act quickly as prices will increase over the next few weeks or months
Deposit £300
£100 discount if deposit paid by 9th January
£300 to be paid on the 2nd of each month, outstanding balance to be paid by the 11th September. You may loose your deposit if you do not make payment on time
PLEASE RSVP ONLY ONCE YOU HAVE MADE A DEPOSIT, IF YOU RSVP WITHOUT MAKING PAYMENT YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING.
Please note last minute updates may occur which maybe out of my control, will keep you posted if this is the case.
Bank account details
Please pay to:
Toyin Oke (Personal Account)
Barclays
Account number 73937305
Sort code: 209467
Ref: Your name
Please message me once you have made payments in order for me to confirm.
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
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Once again if we do not have up to 4 travellers trip will be cancelled and you will be refunded.
Colombian Currency - Colombian peso
Visa - If you are a British Citizen a visa are not required on this trip, please take responsibility to check if you need a visa if you are not a British Citizen
Hope you can join us
My number just case you have any further questions is 07957320516

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15 Exciting Days in Colombia - Staying in Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena