Itinerary

Day 1: Start Bogota

Arriving this afternoon in the bustling hub of Bogota, you’ll meet your Contiki crew. Get to know your fellow travelers on a free night in the city

Day 2: Bogota

We’ll get out and about bright and early this morning, first hitting up the famous Salt Cathedral. Then this afternoon you’ve got plenty of options, your trip manager will get you orientated in the city, so you’re comfortable exploring solo.

Day 3: Bogota to Combia via Pereira

Welcome to the gorgeous Zona Cafetera (coffee zone) producing some of the tastiest, most iconic coffee in the world, is also arguably one of the most beautiful regions in Colombia.

Day 4: Combia

This morning it’s time to get our hike on. Heading out to the Cocora Valley is the perfect opportunity to get some amazing views. Next stop is a visit to Salento, where you’ve got a chance to explore and grab some lunch.

Day 5: Combia to Medellin

The second city of Colombia, Medellín has transformed itself perhaps more than any other city in the world. Ttoday the city is modern, innovative, and culturally rich. Named the “City of Eternal Spring” because of its nearly perfect weather

Day 6: Medellin

Using Medellin’s efficient public transport system, we’ll tour the city via metro, cable car and on-foot. Along the way we’ll check out Plaza Botera, Santo Domino and Communa 13, as well as the bustling local market.

Day 7: Medellin

Enjoy a free day in Medellin or add an excursion.

Day 8: Medellin to Santa Marta

Upon arrival in Santa Marta take a walking tour visiting sites like the 17th Century Hacienda, La Quinta de San Pedro Alejandro, the place where Simon Bolivar (the revolutionary who lead Latin America to Independence from Spain) famously died. We’ll then walk the historic city centre, before a free night for dinner.

Day 9: Santa Marta

The Tayrona National Park is known for its stunning white sand beaches, lush green jungle and turquoise waters framed by the iconic Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Our hike, the Pueblito Trail, winds through the jungle to a small indigenous community, before snaking up to Cabo San Juan beach.

Day 10: Santa Marta to Cartagena

We’ll start today with a scenic drive from Santa Marta to Cartagena – with an orientation tour waiting for us on the other side. On arrival, we’ll head straight to the fortress Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas.

Day 11: Cartagena

Enjoy a free day in Cartagena or add an excursion.

Day 12 End Cartagena