About this trip
Nine days to get a real feel for Colombia, moving between its biggest cities and the Caribbean coast rather than settling in one place. It's a fast introduction to a country that's changed a lot in recent years, covering culture, food and city life without trying to do everything.
You'll spend time in Bogotá and Medellín, two cities with a strong sense of reinvention through art, food and street life, before heading to Cartagena for a slower, Caribbean pace. Expect a mix of city walking, local meals and some downtime by the coast.
Good for travellers who want a broad taste of Colombia in a short window and don't mind covering ground quickly.
What you'll do
- Explore Bogotá's culture and food scene
- Discover Medellín's transformation through art and street life
- Wander the old town streets of Cartagena
- Take in the Caribbean atmosphere on Colombia's coast
- Try local Latin-Caribbean dishes along the way
- Fast-paced trip covering three distinct regions in nine days
- Guided throughout, so travel logistics between cities are handled for you
- Suits those wanting a broad overview rather than deep time in one place
Worth it if you want a well-organised, safe introduction to Colombia with a strong CEO leading the way. Think twice if you need tight itineraries, consistently high-end hotels, or minimal free time.
- CEO Andres or Freddy deliver exceptional organisation, endless restaurant and activity suggestions, present throughout.
- Accommodation quality inconsistent: some hotels lack street-facing windows, one hacienda subpar, WiFi poor at Cartagena.
- Itinerary pacing issues: Salento overnight unnecessary, Medellin time too short, Guatope day tour guide inexperienced.
- Substantial free time in some locations requires self-directed exploration; no cultural shows or structured evening activities.
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Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £1,320, about 38% below the priciest month (Jan).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Bogota · 23 Oct – 24 Oct
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