Cafe Colombia

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Experience the beauty and vibrancy of Colombia

Head into the serene highlands of Colombia's famed coffee region and discover the sweeter, softer side of this misunderstood country. Learn how to roast the perfect blend during a tour of a working coffee plantation, be entranced by the laidback pace of Salento and maybe explore the nightlife of Medellin. Then, trade the country's lush interior for its coastal spoils and wind the adventure up in oh-so-romantic Cartagena – UNESCO World Heritage site with much to explore.

Map of Cafe Colombia including Colombia
Trip code: GGSS
Start
Bogota, Colombia
End
Cartagena, Colombia
Destinations
Colombia
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Plane, Local bus, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Coffee Estancia (2 nights)
Days
9
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
Every trip caters to specific interests and activities, such as wildlife or family.
Explorer
Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders
Original
Physical rating
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This trip generates 49 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip

Explore the cobbled alleys of Cartagena – a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town that combines Caribbean splendour with irresistible old-world charm.

Embark on a spectacular guided hike through the Cocora Valley – home to hummingbirds and the world's tallest palm trees.

Spend a couple of days learning about the world's favourite bean during a stay on a traditional coffee estancia deep in Colombia's coffee country.

Discover the new face of Medellin – an arts and culture haven that’s bursting with trendy cafes, epic views and the best nightlife in Colombia – salsa anyone?

Try your hand at tejo, Colombia’s explosive national sport (think bocce with gunpowder!). Join your group on this fun activity in Salento, made better with a free beer in hand.

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Itinerary

Map of Cafe Colombia including Colombia

Inclusions and activities

Meals

8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

Plane, Local bus, Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights), Coffee Estancia (2 nights)

Included activities
  • Bogota - La Candelaria Walking Tour
  • Salento - Traditional Tejo Game
  • Bogota - Visit to Paloquemao market
  • Coffee Hacienda- Coffee plantation tour & tasting
  • Medellin - Barrio Transformation Tour
  • Medellin - Flower Garden tour
  • Metrocable to Acevedo station and up to Santa Elena

Optional activities
  • Bogota - Montserrate cable car - COP29500
  • Bogota - Gold Museum - COP5000
  • Bogota - Zipaquira Salt Cathedral + Guatavita sacred Lagoon Day Tour - COP390000
  • Bogota - Villa de Leyva Magic Town Day tour - COP380000
  • Bogota - La Chorrera waterfall hike Day tour - COP270000
  • Bogota - Museo Nacional - USD10
  • Bogota - Local Graffiti Tour - COP50000
  • Bogota - Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Tour - COP270000
  • Medellin - Comuna 13 Tour - COP150000
  • Medellin - Guatape + Penol Rock Day Tour - COP140000
  • Medellin - Violence + Posconflict Tour - COP50000
  • Medellin - Museo de Antioquia entrance fee - COP30000
  • Medellin - Historic Downtown Tour - COP50000
  • Cartagena - San Felipe de Barajas Castle - COP33000
  • Cartagena - San Basilio de Palenque Full Day Tour - COP300000
  • Cartagena - Mangroves Tour - COP150000
  • Cartagena - Gabriel Garcia Marquez Walking Tour - COP50000
  • Cartagena - Walking tour Cartagena Walled City - COP50000
  • Cartagena - Walled city + Getsemani District Tour - COP50000

Is this trip right for you?

  • The Cocora Valley hike is quite rigorous, so you'll need to be fit and have sturdy walking shoes. If you'd rather relax, you're free to opt out of this activity and soak up the scenery at your leisure.
  • Colombia enjoys a stable year-round climate, but it can get particularly hot and humid in the north. Be sure to drink plenty of water and wear adequate sun protection, especially in Cartagena on the coast.

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 3,4 (Coffee Estancia) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) in order to purchase Entrance tickets to certain sites. Additionally on certain trips it's needed to book bus, train or flight tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets. Delays to provide this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.
3. This trip starts with an orientation walk of Candelaria at 1pm on Day 1 in Bogota. There will be a formal welcome meeting at 6pm for the whole group including those that missed the orientation walk. If you are unable to find a suitable flight it is possible to book additional nights at the joining accommodation.
4. This trip ends on Day 9 and you are free to leave at any time.
5. In order to comply with tourist regulations set by the Colombian government, a copy of your passport will be required. This will be emailed to our local office in Colombia, your tour leader will assist you with this on day 1.

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