Colombia - Colombia Highlights (15 days)
Check your preconceived notions of Colombia at the door and discover the region's riches on this well-packed adventure. A rare chance to visit the lesser-visited areas of the continent. Explore traditional villages and markets of northern Colombia, superb beaches, the colonial architecture and unique National Parks. Mountains, coast, jungle, culture, art, history and much more on this adventure through a fascinating country. From the convenience of Bogotá, fly to the natural and cultural wonders of the northern coast. Walk the cobblestone streets of colonial Cartagena, enjoy a boat and snorkeling tour of the San Bernardo Islands and sleep in hammocks in Tayrona National Park-home to lush vegetation and endless beaches.
- Day 1: Bogotá - Arrival day
- Day 2: Cartagena - Enjoy some free time in lively Bogotá before boarding our flight to Cartagena and the Caribbean coast.
- Day 3-4: Cartagena - Experience the Caribbean charm and beauty of this colonial city while learning about its fabled past on an included city tour. Explore Cartagena by foot or take a "chiva" ride at night to get a feeling of this vibrant Colombian city. You can visit the Islas del Rosario National Park with its stunning beaches or soak in the crater of the Totumo mud volcano.
- Day 5-6: Tolu - Tolu is a laid-back beach town that gets very few visitors year round but fills up with Colombian vacationers during local holidays. The town has yet to be fully discovered by foreigners and this adds to its charm. There are several discos with unique local character and many restaurants specializing in seafood. Enjoy an included boat tour of the San Bernardo Islands for fantastic snorkelling opportunities and seafood!
- Day 7-10: Santa Marta/Taganga - Tayrona National Park - Travel along the coast to Colombia's oldest city, Santa Marta. Use the nearby fishing village of Taganga as your base to explore the surrounding beaches, villages and Tayrona National Park. Visit the pre-Hispanic village of Pueblito while hiking through forests, waterfalls, and lookouts with great views of the Sierra Nevada.
- Day 11: Bogotá - Catch a flight back to Colombia's capital city for one final night on the town.
- Day 12: Depart Bogotá
Operated by G.A.P Adventures (SMCH)
Departures: All year round
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