Budget Tours to Colombia
Think Colombia requires a big budget? Not necessarily! Had to Cartagena’s colorful streets, Bogotá's street art and museums, see Medellín's whole transformation story, and Tayrona National Park where jungle meets beach. Coffee region towns like Salento are ridiculously pretty, Caño Cristales shows off its liquid rainbow colors if you time it right, and Villa de Leyva’s architecture. Hostels are social and well-run, food's both cheap and genuinely good.
10 best Budget Colombia tour packages
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SteffColombia travel expert at TourRadar
- 5 Days Exploring Colombia’s Coffee Paradise Risaralda.
- 8 Days Customized Private Colombia Family Tour, Daily Depart & Exclusive Guide
- Tayrona Beaches & Minca Experience 3D/2N
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- 6 Days Timeless Colombia: Traditions, Taste & Time
- 8 Days From Ruins to Roast: The Colombian Way
5 Days Exploring Colombia’s Coffee Paradise Risaralda.
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved the Isabela island and activities.”
Patricia, traveled in November
At around $150 per day, you'll stay in comfortable 3-star hotels in Pereira and Santa Rosa de Cabal while visiting Colombia's UNESCO-listed Coffee Cultural Landscape. Authentic coffee farms in Risaralda's lush hills welcome you, where local farmers show the bean-to-cup process, then you try guided tastings of premium Arabica coffee. Soak in the natural mineral-rich hot springs of Santa Rosa de Cabal, surrounded by waterfalls and dense forests, with private airport transfers and daily breakfasts included.
Duration 5 days Destinations Pereira, Santa Rosa De Cabal Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $187 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- US$933
Stay at carefully selected 4-star hotels across Bogota, Armenia, and Cartagena with daily breakfast included, while checking out Paloquemao, Bogota's largest traditional fruit market. See the underground Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá carved 180 meters below ground, then tour the UNESCO-listed San Felipe Castle perched on Cartagena's strategic hilltop. Try coffee picking at award-winning Hacienda San Alberto plantation with a professional guide explaining Colombia's coffee-making process from bean to cup.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bogota, Armenia, Cocora Valley, Filandia, Cartagena Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $509 Operator Agate Travel From
- US$4,069
Colombian adventure priced at approx. $130 per day offers hotel stays with breakfast and guided excursions. The itinerary covers Playa Cristal, La Victoria Coffee Farm, and Marinka Valley waterfalls, including transportation and entrance fees.
Duration 3 days Destinations Santa Marta, Tayrona National Park, Minca Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $172 Operator Bamba Travel From
- US$516
At around $280 per day, this budget-friendly journey takes you through coffee haciendas in the Quindío valley and colonial towns like Villa de Leyva and Barichara. Stay at the characterful Hacienda el Roble surrounded by coffee farms, where you cook sancocho with a local chef and tour the plantation grounds. Included meals feature trout in Cocora Valley and sunset dinner at La Boquilla beach, while free walking tours through Bogota's La Candelaria and Salento's colorful streets keep costs low.
Duration 14 days Destinations Bogota, Zipaquira, Villa De Leyva, Barichara, Guane, Armenia, Salento, Jerico, Medellin, GuatapeSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Price Per Day $314 Operator Explore! From $5,160
15% Off- US$4,390You save $770
$292 per day includes stays at Hotel Ecoresort Grand Azul, domestic flights, and guided tours. Visit complimentary sites like Plaza Bolívar and enjoy included activities at Quindío Botanical Garden, making this Colombian adventure excellent value.
Duration 12 days Destinations Bogota, Armenia, Medellin, Cartagena Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $304 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
15% Off- US$3,650
Duration 7 days Destinations Cartagena, Tayrona National Park, Minca Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $286 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
15% Off- US$2,000
Starting at around $110 per day, this Colombia trip includes 3-star accommodations in Santa Marta, entrance to Tayrona National Park, and a coffee farm tour in Minca with waterfall swimming. Walk through Colombia's oldest city at Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, spot howler monkeys on jungle trails, and try fresh Colombian coffee overlooking the Sierra Nevada foothills. Airport transfers, meals, and private guiding come included, making it an affordable way to see Caribbean coast culture and mountain adventures.
Duration 5 days Destinations Santa Marta, Tayrona National Park, Minca Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $205 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
15% Off- US$1,027
Colombia's highlights cost approximately $340 per day with full board at Waira Selva Hotel and all domestic flights included. Free entrance to Bio Parque La Reserva Cota wildlife sanctuary, complimentary guided hikes to Guatavita Lake, and no-cost cultural visits to San Martin de Amacayacu's traditional gardens and pharmacy. All motorboat transfers and filtered water come included throughout the Amazon adventure.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bogota, Guatavita, Leticia, Puerto Narino Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $351 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
15% Off- US$2,460
At just $350 per day, see southern Colombia's hidden gems while staying in comfortable 3.5-star hotels in Neiva, San Agustín, and Popayán's colonial center. This budget-friendly adventure includes all transfers, a certified bilingual guide, and hands-on activities like stargazing at Tatacoa Desert's astronomical observatory and a pipián cooking workshop at agroecological farm Las Alicias. Check out the UNESCO-recognized San Agustín Archaeological Park, visit the Guambiano-Misak Indigenous community cultural center in Silvia, and tour Finca La Cabaña's organic coffee farm without breaking the bank.
Duration 6 days Destinations Neiva, San Agustin, Popayan, Silvia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $483 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
15% Off- US$2,895
This budget-friendly 8-day trip offers great value with domestic flights and private transfers included throughout. Stay in comfortable 3.5-star hotels across San Agustín, Popayán, Pereira, and Medellín, with daily breakfast provided and a hands-on coffee tasting at a working farm included in your package. Check out Comuna 13 using Medellín's efficient public Metro and cable cars, and have free time to find UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy Popayán's affordable local eateries without breaking the bank.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bogota, San Agustin, Popayan, Pereira, Medellin Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $402 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
15% Off- US$3,215
What people love about Budget Tours in Colombia
- 5 Days Exploring Colombia’s Coffee Paradise Risaralda.
Loved the Isabela island and activities.
What our customers ask about Budget Tours to Colombia
How much should I budget for entrance fees not included in tours?
Entry fees at Colombian attractions are generally moderate. Museums like Bogota's Gold Museum cost about 5 USD while historic sites such as Cartagena's Castillo San Felipe run around 8 USD. Natural sites including Playa Cristal in Tayrona National Park range from 15-20 USD. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Most major attractions in Cartagena were reasonably priced - we spent about 20 USD per day on entrance fees when exploring independently." Plan for roughly 15-25 USD per site that's not covered in your tour package.
What is the average daily budget needed for meals not included in Colombia tours?
Food costs in Colombia are reasonable with daily budgets ranging from 25-35 USD for non-included meals. Local spots near tourist areas like Cartagena's Getsemani serve lunch for 8-12 USD. Street food and market meals cost as little as 5-7 USD. Restaurants in prime tourist locations like Cartagena's historic center typically charge 15-20 USD per meal. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Food costs were very reasonable - we found great local spots in Cartagena's old town where complete meals with drink cost under 15 USD."
When is the most affordable time to visit Colombia?
The best deals appear during February to March and September to November. Hotels in coastal regions like Cartagena and Tayrona National Park often cut rates by 20-30% during these periods. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We visited in October and found great deals on accommodation in Cartagena plus the weather was still good for beach activities at Playa Cristal." Prices spike by up to 50% during peak times like December-January and Holy Week (Semana Santa).
What transportation costs should I budget for during free time in Colombia?
Local transport in Colombia's major cities is cost-effective. In Cartagena taxis charge 5-8 USD for trips within the historic center while local buses cost under 1 USD. Day trips by shared boat to Rosario Islands run 25-30 USD round trip and local buses to nearby towns cost 3-5 USD each way. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Getting around Cartagena was very economical - we mostly walked within the walled city and only needed taxis for trips to Bocagrande or Getsemani which cost around 6 USD."
What are the best budget-friendly areas to stay in Colombia?
Budget travelers find good value in Cartagena's Getsemani district and Santa Marta's Parque de Los Novios area where hotels like Bonita Bay offer reasonable rates. The El Rodadero neighborhood near Santa Marta provides affordable options with easy beach access. A TourRadar traveler recommended: "Staying in Getsemani saved us money and gave us a more local experience - plenty of affordable restaurants and great street art."
How much should I budget for optional activities in Colombia?
Optional activities in Colombia range from 30-80 USD. Popular choices include rum tasting in Cartagena for 35 USD cooking classes for 50-75 USD and Rosario Islands boat trips for 60-80 USD with lunch included. Cultural walking tours cost between 25-40 USD. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We found great value in the optional activities - especially the cooking class in Cartagena where we learned to make ceviche and coconut rice for 65 USD including market visit."





















