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9-Day Essence of Colombia – Bogotá, Medellín & Cartagena

By Lima Tours
Price is AU$2,026 per traveller
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Features

  • 13d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Wander La Candelaria’s colourful streets and historic landmar
  • Explore Bogotá’s Gold Museum and Botero Museum treasures.
  • Explore Medellín’s vibrant streets and historic area
  • See Botero sculptures, markets, and cultural landmarks.
  • Wander Cartagena’s vibrant walled city with charming plazas.

Activity location

  • Rafael Núñez International Airport
    • Cartagena, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • El Dorado International Airport
    • Bogota, Colombia

Check availability

Standard Category - One Twin or Double Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Ibis Bogotá Museo or similar 3*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): Poblado Alejandría or similar 3*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Bahía Cartagena hotel or similar 3*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$2,025.79 x 2 TravellersAU$4,051.58
Total
Price is AU$4,051.58

Standard Category - One Triple Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Ibis Bogotá Museo or similar 3*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): Poblado Alejandría or similar 3*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Bahía Cartagena hotel or similar 3*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$2,157.09 x 3 TravellersAU$6,471.27
Total
Price is AU$6,471.28

Superior Category - One Triple Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Morrison 84 or similar 4*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): Lettera Hotel or similar 4*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Hotel Casa Córdoba Cartagena or similar 4*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$2,398.59 x 3 TravellersAU$7,195.77
Total
Price is AU$7,195.78

Superior Category - One Twin or Double Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Morrison 84 or similar 4*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): Lettera Hotel or similar 4*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Hotel Casa Córdoba Cartagena or similar 4*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$2,518.17 x 2 TravellersAU$5,036.34
Total
Price is AU$5,036.34

Deluxe Category - One Triple Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia or similar 5*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): The Click Clack Hotel Medellín or similar 5*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Hotel Santos de Piedra Cartagena or similar 5*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$3,341.15 x 3 TravellersAU$10,023.45
Total
Price is AU$10,023.45

Standard Category - One single room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Ibis Bogotá Museo or similar 3*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): Poblado Alejandría or similar 3*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Bahía Cartagena hotel or similar 3*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$3,611.26 x 1 TravellerAU$3,611.26
Total
Price is AU$3,611.26

Deluxe Category - One Twin or Double Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia or similar 5*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): The Click Clack Hotel Medellín or similar 5*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Hotel Santos de Piedra Cartagena or similar 5*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$3,634.47 x 2 TravellersAU$7,268.94
Total
Price is AU$7,268.94

Superior Category - One Single Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Morrison 84 or similar 4*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): Lettera Hotel or similar 4*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Hotel Casa Córdoba Cartagena or similar 4*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$4,800.00 x 1 TravellerAU$4,800.00
Total
Price is AU$4,800.00

Deluxe Category - One Single Room

  • Activity duration is 13 days13d
    13d
  • English
  • Food only

Hotel category:

  • Day 1 and 2 (Bogotá): Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia or similar 5*
  • Day 3, 4 and 5 (Medellín): The Click Clack Hotel Medellín or similar 5*
  • Day 6, 7, and 8 (Cartagena): Hotel Santos de Piedra Cartagena or similar 5*

Note:

  • Child only applies to Twin or double room accompanied by an adult.
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$7,017.12 x 1 TravellerAU$7,017.12
Total
Price is AU$7,017.12

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Operated with a Spanish and English-speaking local guide on Days 4 and 7
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accommodation: 2 nights in Bogota, 3 nights in Medellin and 3 nights in Cartagena.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    8 Breakfasts
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transfers from/to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transfers from/to José María Córdova International Airport (MDE)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transfers from/to Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shared transport during the tours
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Medellin city tour (Day 4); Cartagena city tour (Day 7)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Meet & Greet (Day 1, 3, 6)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Visa fees.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    International flights.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional tours.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any visit not mentioned in the programme.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Porterage and service charge.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances.

Know before you book

  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • In many hotels in Bogotá, Medellin and Cartagena, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

What you can expect

DAY 1: ARRIVAL BOGOTA

Arrive at El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, transfer privately to your hotel, then relax and begin exploring the city’s blend of tradition and modern life.

  • Overnight in Bogotá.

DAY 2:BOGOTA

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then spend the day at leisure exploring Bogotá at your own pace, relaxing, or joining an optional tour to further experience the city’s vibrant atmosphere.

  • Overnight in Bogotá.

DAY 3:BOGOTA – MEDELLIN (1hr by flight, not included)

After breakfast, check out and transfer privately to El Dorado International Airport for your flight to Medellín. Upon arrival at José María Córdova International Airport, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel, with assistance for luggage and check-in to ensure a smooth start to your stay.

  • Overnight in Medellin.

DAY 4: MEDELLIN: CITY TOUR

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then set out on a 4-hour city tour of Medellín. Explore the historic city centre and Plaza Botero, admire key architectural landmarks, and ride the Metro Cable to Santo Domingo for panoramic views, discovering the city’s culture, resilience, and vibrant spirit.

  • Overnight in Medellin.

DAY 5: MEDELLIN

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then spend a full day at leisure in Medellín—exploring areas, visiting cafés, shopping for local crafts and coffee, or joining an optional activity such as a salsa dancing class.

  • Overnight in Medellin.

DAY 6: MEDELLIN – CARTAGENA (1hr by flight, not included)

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cartagena. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

  • Overnight in Cartagena.

DAY 7: CARTAGENA: CITY TOUR

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then take a guided city tour of Cartagena by air-conditioned vehicle. Explore Castillo Grande Bay, La Popa Convent, San Felipe de Barajas Fortress, Las Bóvedas, and finish with a walking tour of the Walled City, discovering the rich history and charm of this UNESCO-listed destination.

  • Overnight in Cartagena.

DAY 8: CARTAGENA

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a free day to relax and enjoy Cartagena at your own pace.

  • Overnight in Cartagena.

DAY 9: CARTAGENA DEPARTURE

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure, taking home memories of Cartagena.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Rafael Núñez International Airport
    • Cartagena, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    El Dorado International Airport
    • Bogota, Colombia