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Culture & Coffee of Colombia

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Bogotá, Colombia → Cartagena, Colombia

Country: Colombia
Start: Bogotá, Colombia
End: Cartagena, Colombia
Date: Flexible
Duration: 12 days
Theme: Culture
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, flight, cable car, funicular, horseback, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore Bogotá’s La Candelaria district, Plaza de Bolívar, and Monserrate.
Taste Colombian coffee at La Morelia Plantation in Armenia.
Walk among Quindian wax palms in Valle de Cocora.
Visit Salento and Filandia in Colombia’s Coffee Region.
Hike coastal rainforest trails in Tayrona National Park.
Swim at La Piscina beach in Tayrona.
Discover Cartagena’s colonial landmarks and San Felipe Fortress.
Join an Afro-Colombian drumming workshop in La Boquilla.
Experience Cartagena’s Bazurto Market with local food tastings.
Learn about Colombian coffee production from cultivation to cupping sessions.

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Itinerary

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Inclusions

Accommodation throughout the itinerary
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Airport transfers and all scheduled ground transportation
Guided sightseeing tours and excursions
English-speaking local guides
Entrance fees to all included attractions and activities
Coffee plantation experience and tasting session
Monserrate cable car or funicular ticket
Tayrona National Park excursion

Exclusions

International and domestic flights
Airport taxes and airline fees
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, and shopping
Optional activities and upgrades
Horseback riding in Valle de Cocora
Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary
Anything not specifically listed as included

Will This Trip Suit You?

Interested in Colombian culture, coffee, food, and landscapes
Comfortable with moderate walking and hiking.
Seeking a balance of cities, nature, and coastal experiences.
Couples, solo travellers, and small groups wanting guided cultural experiences.
Food and coffee enthusiasts wanting immersive local experiences.
Seeking a luxury beach-only holiday
Those with limited mobility due to uneven streets, stairs, and hiking trails.
Uncomfortable with humid tropical climates in Tayrona and Cartagena.
Want a fast-paced nightlife-focused itinerary.
Prefer minimal domestic travel or multiple flight-free journeys.

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Culture & Coffee of Colombia

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Bogotá

Day 2: Bogotá

Day 3: Bogotá – Armenia

Day 4: Valle de Cocora – Salento – Filandia

Day 5: Armenia

Day 6: Armenia – Santa Marta – Tayrona Region

Day 7: Tayrona National Park

Day 8: Tayrona Region

Day 9: Tayrona Region – Cartagena

Day 10: Cartagena

Day 11: Cartagena

Day 12: Departure

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Inclusions

Exclusions

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