Itinerary
- Day 1
Bogotá
You'll arrive at Bogotá airport and get transferred to your hotel in the colonial old town. After you clear customs and collect your luggage, the drive into the city takes about 30 minutes depending on traffic. Get settled in and rest up for the days ahead.
- Day 2
Bogotá
After breakfast, head out on a half-day city tour that covers La Candelaria, the historic colonial district. You'll see Plaza de Bolívar and walk through several old churches before heading up the cable car to Monserrate mountain for panoramic views of the city sprawling below. The afternoon is yours to wander around on your own, grab lunch somewhere, or rest at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day city tour of Bogotá
- Visit to La Candelaria colonial old town
- Visit to Plaza de Bolívar and government buildings
- Visit to historic churches
- Visit to Gold Museum
- Cable car ride up Monserrate mountain at 3,000 meters altitude with panoramic city views
Optional Activities
- Visit to Botero Museum (alternative if Gold Museum is closed)
Landmarks La Candelaria Plaza de Bolívar Gold Museum Monserrate - Day 3
Bogotá to Villa de Leyva
Drive north to Zipaquirá and descend 120 meters into a salt mine to see the Salt Cathedral carved into the rock. From there, you'll continue through Chiquinquirá and stop in Raquira, a pottery village, before reaching Villa de Leyva. This colonial village has cobbled streets and colonial houses surrounding a massive plaza. Spend the evening wandering around and taking in the atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá (excavated inside salt mine at 120 meters depth)
- Exploration of Villa de Leyva colonial village with cobbled streets, colonial houses, and village square
Optional Activities
- Visit to Chiquinquirá
- Visit to pottery village of Raquira
Landmarks Salt Cathedral Villa de Leyva Raquira - Day 4
Villa de Leyva to Coffee Zone
Spend the morning exploring Villa de Leyva and the surrounding area more. Head back to Bogotá Airport by midday and catch a flight to the coffee zone. You'll meet your local guide and transfer to a traditional coffee hacienda where you'll get a detailed tour of how coffee grows and gets processed, plus a tasting. By afternoon, relax by the pool and enjoy the green Andean views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Morning tour of Villa de Leyva and surroundings
- Detailed tour of exclusive coffee hacienda
- Coffee cultivation and production education
- Coffee sample tasting
Landmarks Villa de Leyva 
- Day 5
Coffee Zone
Get a thorough tour of the coffee hacienda learning about cultivation and production from start to finish. You'll understand why Colombian highland coffee is so prized, then enjoy a coffee sample. Spend the afternoon by the pool with views of the green landscape surrounding you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Detailed tour of exclusive coffee hacienda
- Coffee cultivation and production education
- Coffee sample tasting
- Day 6
Cocora Valley
Drive to Cocora Valley and do a short hike to the cloud forest edge. You'll see the wax palm, Colombia's national tree and one of the world's tallest palm species. Later, head to Salento to explore the typical architecture and wander through small craft workshops before returning to your hacienda.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Short hike to cloud forest edge in Cocora Valley
- Visit to wax palm forest (Colombia's national tree)
- Visit to Salento village
- Exploration of typical village architecture
- Visit to craft workshops
Landmarks Cocora Valley Salento - Day 7
Coffee Zone to Santa Marta
Head to the airport early and fly via Bogotá to Santa Marta on the Caribbean coast. You'll meet your local guide there and transfer to your hotel by late afternoon. Take the evening to settle in and get a feel for this coastal town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Santa Marta - Day 8
Tayrona National Park
Spend the day at Tayrona National Park exploring several beaches including Cañaveral, Arrecife, La Piscina, and San Juan del Cabo. The park has miles of sandy beaches, palm trees, and large rock formations jutting out from the water. You'll hike between beaches and swim in the Caribbean waters throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Tayrona National Park
- Exploration of Cañaveral beach
- Exploration of Arrecife beach
- Exploration of La Piscina beach
- Exploration of San Juan del Cabo beach
- Hiking and swimming in Tayrona National Park
Landmarks Tayrona National Park 
- Day 9
Santa Marta to Cartagena
Leave Santa Marta after breakfast and travel along the Caribbean coast to Cartagena, about 5 hours by private transfer. You'll arrive in this colonial port city known for colorful buildings and cobblestone streets. Transfer to your hotel in the colonial old town and explore a bit before dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Cartagena 
- Day 10
Cartagena
Take a morning tour learning about Cartagena's history and secrets. You'll explore the old town surrounded by 11 kilometers of fortifications and visit San Felipe Fortress for great views of the city and sea. Then check out the Convento de la Popa convent founded in 1607. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere and grab meals at local restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Cartagena colonial old town
- Visit to San Felipe Fortress with panoramic views
- Visit to Convento de la Popa convent
Optional Activities
- Visit to San Pedro Claver Museum (alternative if Convento de la Popa is closed)
Landmarks San Felipe Fortress Convento de la Popa San Pedro Claver Museum - Day 11
Cartagena to Isla Grande
Head to the port for a boat crossing to Isla Grande, one of the Islas del Rosario islands, about an hour ride. You'll arrive at your beach hotel and spend the rest of the day swimming and relaxing in the small bathing bays around the island.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat crossing to Isla Grande
- Beach and bathing bay access
Landmarks Isla Grande Islas del Rosario - Days 12 - 13
Isla Grande
Spend the day relaxing on the island. Swim and snorkel in the warm Caribbean waters and enjoy the beach atmosphere. You can also explore small areas of the island or just rest under the shade.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Swimming and beach access
- Snorkeling in Caribbean waters
Optional Activities
- Extension of beach stay available on daily basis
Landmarks Isla Grande - Day 14
Isla Grande to Cartagena
In the afternoon, take the boat back to Cartagena and transfer to your hotel. Later, head up to the city walls and have a cocktail at sunset with views of the Caribbean. It's a nice way to end your vacation and take in the colonial city one more time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat transfer to Cartagena
Optional Activities
- Sunset cocktail on city walls overlooking Caribbean Sea
Landmarks Cartagena - Day 15
Cartagena
Transfer to Cartagena airport for your departure flight. Depending on your flight time, you may have time for a final breakfast or coffee in the city before heading out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
