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THE
COLOMBIAN EXPERIENCE
A cultural tour of Colombia

Day
01: Arrive Bogotá
Upon arrival at Bogotá International Airport,
we are cordially met and transferred to our hotel located
in the colonial part of the city. The Spanish and Islamic
styles exhibit a taste of 19th Century style with large
houses artistically designed “zaguanes” (entrance
corridors), interior patios and massive walls. One
detects an influence of Neoclassicism or as it is locally
called, “Republican”.
Overnight: Hotel Casa Plataypus, Bogotá (3
nights) (D)
Day 02: Bogotá
We begin our Colombia experience with a half day
tour of Bogotá concentrating first on the rich and
historical colonial part called La Candelaria followed
by the International Centre, the world famous gold
museum, the Botero museum and Bolivar square. The tour
culminates with a cable car ride to Montserrat mountain
where we get a majestic view of the landscape of Bogotá.
Afternoon is free to enjoy shopping or walking around
the maze of colonial streets.
(B, D)
Day 03: Bogotá
A full day excursion to Zipaquira where we visit the unique Salt Cathedral.
After the tour of the Cathedral, we continue through a picturesque Andean landscape.
After lunch at a typical restaurant, we continue for the famous Guatavita Lagoon
where we get to hear the interesting myth related to the lagoon. Late afternoon
we return to Bogotá. (B, L)
Day
04: Bogotá / Neiva (flight)
/ San Agustin (220 Kms road)
Morning transfer to the airport for a short flight
to Neiva which is located close to the Magdalena
River between the east and central cordillera. Upon
arrival, we drive alongside the Magdalena River and
cross the Tatacoa desert to reach San Agustin arriving
early afternoon. After a brief siesta, we take a
detailed tour of San Agustin the most important archeological
sites in Colombia and the statues and figures of
San Agustin - all of which are located in the archeological
park of San Agustin within the spectacular Andean
landscape.
Overnight: Hacienda Anacaona, San Agustin (2 nights)
(B, D)
Day 05: San Agustin
Another day into the history and culture as we
explore Isnos with its “Alto de las Piedras” -
the second most important archaeological park in
this area. Here we find the largest statue at 7m
in height followed by the “Alto de los Idolos” which
contains tombs lined with stone slabs painted in
different colours. Afterwards we continue to visit
the two impressive cascades of “Salto de Mortiño” and “Salto
de Bordones”. (B, D)
Day 06: San Agustin / Ibague (road 420 Kms)
A scenic over land journey gets us to Ibague, which
lies on the eastern side of the central Andean range.
This will be a day for photography as we see beautiful
landscapes, typical villages where we stop to meet
the locals and explore the Tatacoa desert. Lunch
enroute.
Overnight: Hotel Sofitel Altamira, Ibague (1 night)
(B, L)
Day 07: Ibague / Pereira - Coffee region (130 Kms)
Another exciting overland journey where we cross
the central Andean range at La Linea which at 3300m,
is one of the one of their highest pass points in
Columbia. We then descend through the western part
of the mountain range directly into the wonderful
green coffee region of the country. Afternoon, we
walk through the coffee farms learning the interesting
story of coffee from the time it is grown to the
time it gets into our cup at home.
Overnight: Hacienda Combia, Coffee region (3 nights)
(B, D)
Day 08: Coffee region
Another day into rural Columbia as we visit Salento,
a typical village famous for it’s diverse
landscapes. Here we get a good opportunity to
befriend with the
locals before we take an afternoon walk or horse
ride into the enchanting Cocora Valley. (B, D)
Day 09: Coffee region
One day four seasons as we take a day’s excursion
to see the Volcano Nevado del Ruiz. There are not
many places in the world where one can experience
almost all climate zones from 1000 m to 4500 in just
one day. Located in the Andes mountains of South
America, Nevado del Ruiz is the northernmost and
highest Colombian volcano with historical activity.
The summit is at 5,389 m where the volcano is covered
with almost 25 km of snow and ice even though it's
located only 500 km north of the Equator. (B, L)
Day 10: Coffee region / Cartagena
Our Columbia coffee sojourn comes to and end as we
visit a coffee park which also offers a diverse beauty
of Columbian beauty. Afternoon we are transferred
to Neiva Airport for our flight to Cartagena. This
flight goes via Bogotá. Cartagena, probably
the most beautiful city of Columbia has intentionally
been left towards the end of your Columbia Experience.
Cartagena is Columbia’s most treasured tourist
spots combining the Caribbean flair with the colonial
architecture. Upon arrival, we are met and transferred
to our hotel – a cozy colonial structured property.
Overnight: Hotel Monterrey, Cartagena (2 nights)
(B, D)
Day 11: Cartagena
Morning tour of this beautiful resort town of Cartagena
visiting also the heart of the colonial part to include
also the modern parts of Bocagrande and El Laguite,
the fortress San Felipe and the monastery La Popa.
Columbia is known for it’s emeralds and time
permitting, we also get an orientation of emeralds,
how they are prepared and actually put a hand at
working on these stones. Afternoon is free to enjoy
Cartagena.
(B, D)
Day 12: Cartagena / Rosario Island
After breakfast, we take our speedboat to Rosario
Island National Park known also for it’s warm
and crispy clear water. We have time to stroll or
join the sea activities like snorkeling, diving and
visiting an underwater zoo. Tonight it will be a
unique accommodation of bungalows with the Caribbean
Sea life.
Overnight: Hotel Majagua, Rosario Island (1 night)
(B, D)
Day 13: Rosario Islands / Cartagena
Morning free before we take the afternoon boat to
Cartagena (B, D)
Day 14: Departure
As all good things come to an end, so also our journey
to Columbia as we are transferred to the airport
for our departure flight. (B)
Departure
Dates |
2010
English Speaking Departures
Every Saturday
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Inclusions |
| Tour
Price Includes |
Tour
Price Does Not Include |
| Airfares
Bagota / Neiva, Armenia / Cartegna |
International
airfares & Airport departure taxes |
| Accommodation
as mentioned or similar category |
Visas, insurance |
Meals
as indicated (B= Breakfast,
L= Lunch,
D= Dinner) |
Tips
and Gratuities |
| All
transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary |
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| Entrance
fees to museums and sites |
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| Services
of local English speaking guides |
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Tour
Price |
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| Departure |
Double
Occupancy |
Single
Room Supplement |
| 2010 |
US
$ 2995 |
US
$ 295 |
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Estimated
International Airfare - International
airfare is NOT included in this tour |
| Canada
- West Coast |
US
$ 850 |
USA
- West Coast |
US
$ 500 |
| Canada
- East Coast |
US
$ 850 |
USA
- East Coast |
US
$ 550 |
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Participants |
| This
tour operates on a minimum of 02 and a maximum of
10 participants. |
Notes
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Customised
Itinerary
If you would like to have a tour on dates other
than the above ones or with a customised itinerary,
please contact us and we will be happy to work out
an exclusive program for you.
Foreign Language Departures
Please contact us for information on French,
German,
Italian and Spanish
speaking departures.
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