Medellín to Bogota Adventure: Coffee & Salsa Sounds
12 days
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$ 1229
Duration12 days
This 12-day tour through Colombia isn't just about checking destinations off your list. With unique cultural experiences like a tour through the revitalized Comuna 13 neighbourhood of Medellín, visiting a working coffee farm to learn about growing and production, and a salsa dancing lesson with the locals, your experience in Colombia will go way beyond any travel book.
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Duration: 12 daysService level: Basic
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Physical Grading: Demanding
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Ages: 18+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Medellín
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Medellín
Visit Comuna 13 — a community transformed. Once controlled by the cartels, this neighbourhood is a shining example of Colombia's progress in overcoming its notorious past. Afterwards, tour the local Plaza Botero, dedicated to the iconic artworks of Colombian sculptor Fernando Botero. Opt to take a historical tour, visit museums, or go shopping in the afternoon.
Take a visit to Medellin's Comuna 13 neighbourhood, complete with a walking tour and lunch provided by community organization Berracas de la 13. Afterwards, tour a local park filled with statues from Colombia's favourite sculptor, Fernando Botero.
Meals: B, L
Day 3: Medellín
Make the most of a free day in Medellin and start exploring. Opt to visit the nearby town of Guatapé, with its colourful houses and famous rock. Ride the metrocable—a cable car part of Medellín’s public transportation—for sweeping views of the city and surrounding mountains.
Day 4: Medellín/Manizales
Depart Medellín and travel to Manizales by bus. The city is at the heart of Colombian coffee production and its location makes it the perfect gateway for getting out and exploring nature. Take advantage of this with free time on arrival.
End place: Manizales
Meals: B
Day 5: Manizales/Salento
Start place: Manizales
Soak in the therapeutic waters of the Tierra Viva thermal baths for a relaxing start to your morning. Later, take the scenic route to Salento, admiring the beautiful landscapes along the way.
End place: Salento
Meals: B
Day 6: Salento
Start place: Salento
Venture out on a morning hike through the towering palms of the Cocora Valley. This afternoon, choose from a variety of optional activities in the coffee region of Quindío.
End place: Salento
Meals: B
Day 7: Salento/Armenia
Start place: Salento
Travel to Armenia before heading out for a tour of a coffee farm in the area to learn more about the production and culture of coffee here. Lunch will be served at the farm and there will be an opportunity to shop so you can take a taste of one of Colombia's most important exports home with you.
End place: Armenia
Meals: B
Day 8: Armenia/Cali
Start place: Armenia
Travel from Armenia to the bustling city of Cali by bus. Marvel at the 26m high Cristo Rey monument on a guided tour this afternoon. Later, learn to dance like a local with an included salsa class.
Meals: B
Day 9: Cali
Today is free to explore as you choose. For aerial views of the city, ride the MIO cable car or get active and hike to Cerro de las tres Cruces. Stroll along the Cali River and visit the weird and wonderful Cat Park along the banks. Meander through the colourful neighbourhood of San Antonio and sample some tasty Cali delicacies.
Meals: B
Day 10: Cali/Bogotá
This morning, fly to Bogotá. Take an orientation walk of the Candelaria neighbourhood led by your CEO and visit the Gold Museum to be amazed by thousands of gold artefacts. Free time this afternoon provides the perfect opportunity to meander the streets of Candelaria at your own pace and visit one of the many other museums here.
Meals: B
Day 11: Bogotá
Enjoy a free day to explore the capital of Colombia. Opt to ride the funicular up for stunning views of the city, check out the street art, or explore the underground in the tunnels and caves of Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral.
Meals: B
Day 12: Bogotá
Depart at any time.
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Hands-On Moment: Coffee Farm Tour, Armenia Your Discover Moment: Salsa Class, Cali
- Berracas de la 13 visit with lunch, Plaza Botero visit, Tierra Viva Thermal Baths, Cocora valley hike, Cristo Rey visit, Salsa class, La Candelaria orientation walk, Gold museum visit, Internal flight, Transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Local bus, Walking -
Accommodation
Hotels (11 nts)