An eight day introduction to the highlights of Colombia. Bogota's rich heritage is revealed over several days exploring its historic heart. Its treasures include the La Candelaria district, the Plaza de Bolivar and the underground Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. Colombia produces some of the best coffee and cacao in the world, the beans deriving from the Zona Cafetera, which is as beautiful as it is fascinating. You'll spend two days learning the secrets of the trade, staying in a pretty hacienda deep in the 'coffee triangle'. Enjoy the last couple of days wandering the charming cobbled streets of colonial Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where pastel facades of three-hundred-year-old line winding alleyways and balconies hang swathed in bougainvillea.
CLASSIC COLOMBIA
HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Cartagena - Colombia's jewel in its crown!
- Visit the Zona Cafetera and taste some of the best coffee and chocolate in the world.
- Visit the impressive Zipaquira Salt Cathedral in Bogota.
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Arrive
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Day 1 Arrival into Bogota
Arrive into Bogota – Colombia’s beating heart, the vibrant capital city is surrounded by jagged Andean mountains. This uber trendy city plays an important part in the countries culture and history with one of the most important art hubs in the whole of Latin America.
Overnight: Four Seasons Casa Medina
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Day 2 Explore Bogota
Today you will gain a deeper insight into the history and culture of Colombia’s buzzy capital city with a local expert as you wander the cobbled streets of Bogota’s historic centre La Candelaria, full of colonial buildings, plazas and cathedrals. You will also take a cable car up to Monserrate Sanctuary at a staggering 3,152 metres high to enjoy unrivalled views over the city.
Overnight: Four Seasons Casa Medina
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Day 3 Zipaquira Salt Cathedral
Today you have the chance to visit the impressive Roman Catholic church constructed within the tunnels of an old salt mine, 200 metres underground. Recently declared the first wonder of Colombia.
Overnight: Four Seasons Casa Medina
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Day 4 Bogota to the Coffee Region
This morning catch a flight to Colombia’s coffee and cacao region where you can put your cacao knowledge to the test in this unique cacao tasting experience. Understand how the quality of cacao is affected by the cultivation process, and learn how to prefer the perfect chocolate using award-winning beans.
Overnight: Hacienda Bambusa
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Day 5 Explore the Coffee Region
Set out to experience learning the secrets of Colombian coffee farming. Today you will visit a local working farm and learn about the intricate process from the harvest to the cup. Enjoy a unique tasting session and learn how to identify the different aromas and how they are affected by different factors.
Overnight: Hacienda Bambusa
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Day 6 Fly to Cartagena
Catch a flight to Cartagena – Colombia’s crowning jewel! One of Latin America's loveliest colonial cities, Cartagena is a maze of cobbled alleyways and mansions with colourful balconies swathed in bougainvillea.
Overnight: Sofitel Santa Clara
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Day 7 Explore Cartagena
Wander the winding streets of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cartagena accompanied by a local historian. The city was a notable trading port during the 16th century - the gateway for silver exports to Spain and for the import of African slaves. Today it is Colombia's fifth largest city, though its walled heart remains a joy to explore on foot. New Year is a vibrant affair here and it sees in a procession of festivals from January through to the end of March.
Overnight: Sofitel Santa Clara
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Day 8 Depart Cartagena
This morning you will bid farewell to this incredible country as you catch your flight home.
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Depart
INCLUSIONS
- All transportation by private vehicle.
- The service of a private English-speaking guide.
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast
- Domestic flights
EXTRAS
- International flights.
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary.
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, gratuities (discretionary).
- Entrance fees and excursions not specifically mentioned as included.
- Travel insurance or visa fees.
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