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Colombia, From Bogota to Cartagena

Colombia & its colonial villages 3*

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Discovery

Deal negotiated for you

  • The 13 days and 12 nights tour in the specified accommodation or similar
  • Breakfasts from day 2 to 12
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Round-trip airport/hotel transfer
  • Welcome and assistance at the airport
  • The service of professional local guides specialising in each visited region
  • Visits and admission to sights mentioned in the programme
  • 24-hour on-site assistance
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Colombia & its colonial villages 3*

Welcome to Colombia! This tour will take you to some of the country's most enchanting colonial villages, where you'll be immersed in a past rich in history and tradition. You'll have the chance to explore picturesque alleyways, admire remarkable colonial architecture and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Your 13-day/12-night tour at a glance:

Day 1: Bogota airport - Bogota

Day 2: Bogota

Day 3: Bogotá - Zipaquira - Raquira - Villa de Leyva

Day 4: Villa de Leyva

Day 5: Villa de Leyva - Barichara

Day 6: Barichara - Guane - Barichara

Day 7: Barichara - Barrancabermeja

Day 8: Barrancabermeja - El Banco - Mompox

Day 9: Cienaga Pijiño - Mompox

Day 10: Mompox - Cartagena

Day 11: Cartagena

Day 12: Cartagena

Day 13: Cartagena - Cartagena Airport

Please note:
- Please note that the order of visits may be modified due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions etc...) but all visits mentioned in the program will be carried out.

Your detailed itinerary

Day 1 | Bogotá Airport - Bogotá

Reception at the airport in Bogota, the Andean capital, and transfer to your hotel.

Journey time: approx. 30 minutes.

Hotel: Casa Deco 3* (or similar)

Day 2 | Bogotá

Departure from your hotel for the Paloquemao fruit and vegetable market. Discover typical Colombia as you stroll through this retail market, one of the largest in the country. Most of the country's catering professionals buy their produce here, which is why it's constantly bustling with activity. You'll find all kinds of fruit and vegetables, from the best-known to the most original. With the guide, you'll enjoy a tasting of local fruits. Return to your hotel at the end of the tour.

Market tour : 1h20 - Transport : 40min

Hotel: Casa Deco 3* (or similar)

Day 3 | Bogota - Zipaquirá - Ráquira - Villa de Leyva

Private transport will take you from Bogota to Villa de Leyva, a charming colonial village. You'll make a stop in Raquira and Zipaquira to visit the Salt Cathedral.

Duration of journey: approx. 4 hours.

Hotel: Posada de San Antonio 3* (or similar)

Day 4 | Villa de Leyva

With your guide, discover the main sites of interest around Villa de Leyva. The El Fossil Museum, where you can admire a 120-million-year-old Kronosaurus fossil, proof that long ago there was an ocean as far as the eye could see where this place used to be. The Archaeological Park will teach you about the beliefs of ancient peoples with its Muisca calendar of monoliths, and the massive Monastery of Santo Ecce Homo will invite you to enjoy the calm and beauty of its architecture.

Duration: 4h.

Afternoon free.

Hotel: Posada de San Antonio 3* (or similar)

Day 5 | Villa de Leyva - Barichara

Private transport from Villa de Leyva to Barichara along the Andes route.

Duration of journey: approx. 4 hours.

Guided tour of the town of Barichara, located at 1340m altitude. Many artists and craftsmen have made their home in this haven of peace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stroll along its cobbled streets, churches and parks, and enjoy the view of the Suárez Canyon. The tour ends with a visit to one of the region's craftsmen's workshops: painting, paper, sculpture or tobacco, depending on your interests.

Guided tour: 4h.

Hotel: Posada Sueños de Antonio 3* (or similar)

Day 6 | Barichara - Guane - Barichara

Following an ancient path, El Camino Real (the royal path of Spanish colonization), you will descend with a guide, to the small village of Guane where life seems to be cradled by an ancestral rhythm. Its whitewashed cob houses, stone streets and small archaeological museum will take you back in time.

Visit to the archaeological museum (closed Mondays and Saturdays) and return to Barichara.

Walking time: 3h.

Hotel: Posada Sueños de Antonio Hotel 3* (or similar)

Day 7 | Barichara - Barrancabermeja

A car will take you from Barichara to Barrancabermeja.

Duration: approx. 5h30.

Hotel: San Carlos 3* (or similar)

Day 8 | Barrancabermeja - El Banco - Mompox

A chalupa will take you from Barrancabermeja to El Banco.

Duration of journey: approx. 6 hours.

Note: This typical transport service saves you a long car journey or the cost of a plane ticket. Transport conditions are basic (notably limited space). It is advisable to bring a jacket for the wind on the boat and a waterproof jacket.

A car will take you from El Banco to Mompox.

Hotel: La Casa Amarilla 3* (or similar)

Day 9 | Cienaga Pijiño - Mompox

Today, after a free morning, an exploration of picturesque landscapes teeming with birds and reptiles by traditional boat is planned.

Boat trip on the Magdalena River with a guide. Discovery of the Pijiño marshes, swimming and observation of the flora and fauna. The sunset is a magical moment. Return to Mompox in the late afternoon.

Chaloupe: 3h30.

Accommodation: La Casa Amarilla 3* (or similar)

Day 10 | Mompox - Cartagena

A car will take you from Mompox to Cartagena. You will make a stop at San Jacinto.

Duration of journey: approx. 7 hours.

Hotel: 3 Banderas 3* (or similar)

Day 11 | Cartagena

Free morning.

If you like authentic destinations off the beaten track, then this excursion is for you. Afternoon departure from your hotel for Boquilla. Upon arrival at the village, you'll enjoy a canoe trip, with a guide, through the mangroves to watch the birds at sunset. The tranquil landscape is ideal for relaxing and enjoying an evening close to nature. Return to Cartagena around 7:00 pm.

Transport: 20 min - Duration: 3h.

Hotel: 3 Banderas 3* (or similar)

Day 12 | Cartagena

Free day in Cartagena.

Hotel: 3 Banderas 3* (or similar)

Day 13 | Cartagena - Cartagena Airport

Transfer from your hotel to Cartagena airport.

Duration: approx. 20 minutes.

Your accommodation

During your stay, you will be welcomed in the following accommodations:

Bogota: 2 nights at Hotel Casa Deco 3* (or similar) in an Executive Room

Villa de Leyva: 2 nights at the Posada de San Antonio 3* (or similar) in a Standard Room

Barichara: 2 nights at Posada Sueños De Antonio 3* (or similar) in Superior Room

Barracancabermeja: 1 night at the San Carlos Hotel 3* (or similar) in a Standard Room

Mompox: 2 nights at La Casa Amarilla 3* (or similar) in Standard Room

Cartagena: 3 nights at Hotel 3 Banderas 3* (or similar) in Superior Room with balcony

Your board

During your tour, you will benefit from breakfast package from day 2 to day 12.

Please note: We cannot guarantee breakfast if you leave the hotel early in the morning.

Good to know

Please note that the order of visits may change due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions, etc.), but all visits mentioned in the program will be carried out.

Transport included
This price includes :
  • The 13 days and 12 nights tour in the specified accommodation or similar.
  • Breakfasts from day 2 to day 12
  • Booking fees
  • Return airport/hotel transfer
  • Visits and admission tickets to sights mentioned in the programme
  • 24-hour on-site assistance
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Mandatory airport taxes
  • The service of professional local guides specialising in each visited region
This price does not include :
  • Personal insurance (unless taken out at time of booking)
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Excursions not included in the booking or purchased separately
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the description
  • And, more generally, everything not mentioned in the "This price includes" section above
  • Individual tourist taxes (San Andrés, Leticia, Nuqui, Bahía Solano, La Macarena airports and Cartagena pier).

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.
Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.
Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.
The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.
Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...
Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.
Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.
Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.
To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.
The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.
See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.
In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.
You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.
You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.
There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.
Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.
In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.
Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.
Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

Vaccination

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

Visa

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

Identity

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

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