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Colombia provides travellers adventures and destinations that will captivate you. From the rich colonial culture to the natural beauty, this country has become a true tourism hot spot over the last decade as it has dropped the political and social turmoil and started welcoming tourists to visit this unique mix of Caribbean and South American culture.
Colombia is well known for cities like Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena but it also has stunning National Parks, countless secluded beaches with tropical Caribbean water, and a unique coffee region, called the ‘coffee triangle‘, which produces some of the world’s best coffee beans.
Did You Know…that in 2011, UNESCO designated the ‘Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia’ as providing ‘Outstanding Universal Value‘?
Colombia Destination Highlights
Bogota
~We recommend 2-3 days to experience Bogota~
The vibrant capital 0f Colombia should be included in any itinerary to the country. From cobblestone streets in the colonial city centre to the nearby natural parks and surrounding mountains – this city has a lot to offer visitors.
Museums, graffiti tours, restaurants, bars and the Colombian people provide a fantastic introduction to the country. Some of our favourite attractions include the Gold Museum, Monserrate look out, and the famous Andres Carne de Res. If the description of Andres doesn’t sound like your cup of tea, rest assured we can recommend many other activities and restaurants that will suit your tastes.
Cartagena de Indias
~We recommend 3-4 days to experience Cartagena~
With a population just over 1 million, this costal city on the Caribbean Ocean is an eclectic mix of old and new, beach and city, culture and fun. There is plenty to do and experience but how long you stay ultimately depends on how many days you wish to spend exploring the nearby islands or lazing on the beach.
The city was established in the mid 1500’s and its colonial ‘old town’ city centre was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984 for providing Outstanding Universal Value. We recommend staying within the walled city for the best experience and spending your days wandering through shops, visiting the nearby Rosario Islands or eating at one of the many outstanding Colombian restaurants the city offers.
Coffee Region
~We recommend 3 days in the Coffee Triangle~
The coffee region offers stunning scenery across fertile valleys, picturesque small towns, and wide open spaces. The region not only provides outstanding coffee beans, but also unique tourism activities offering a rural perspective of Colombia.
Hike around the Corcoa Valley with views of the tallest palm trees on the planet and visit local farmers to see up close how Colombian coffee is produced. This region also boasts national parks and reserves with unique bird life and nearby hot springs. A few days in the coffee triangle can be added to any Colombia stay. See our flexible itineraries that visit Bogota, the Amazon, and the coffee region.
Medellin
~We recommend 2 days in Medellin~
As Colombia’s second largest city, Medellin has so much to offer. A visit means you will get the chance to see the way this hillside haven has transformed in the past 30 years. While here, we’ll show you the places that best represent the social transformation that has taken place in Medellín. This includes the symbolic areas of the city from the 1980s, when it was known as one of the most dangerous in the world, up to today where many social projects have fostered the city’s change.
The outskirts of Medellin also have much to offer, visit Guatapé, a large reservoir that surrounds the famous Peñol Rock where you can walk up all 654 stairs to the top for stunning views of the entire Guatapé area.
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Colombia Experiences
Colombia In Depth
Nature | Culture | History | BeachesFrom:AUD $6,505Duration:18 days - 17 nightsVisiting:Bogota, Cali, Cartagena, Colombian Coffee Region, Medellin, Pereira, Popayán, San Agustin, Santa Marta, Tayrona National ParkColombia Snapshot
Capital | Coffee | Culture | BeachFrom:AUD $2,840Duration:11 days - 10 nightsColombian Caribbean
Cartagena | Beaches | Caribbean IslandsFrom:AUD $2,380Duration:11 days - 10 nightsArchaeology & Culture
Colombia With A DifferenceFrom:AUD $3,705Duration:12 days - 11 nightsColonial Towns of Colombia
Cartagena | Villa de Leyva | MompoxFrom:AUD $5,655Duration:14 days - 13 nightsColombia By Nature
Amazon | Mountains | Pacific CoastFrom:AUD $3,520Duration:11 days - 10 nightsColombia’s El Cocuy Trek
National Park Guided AdventureFrom:AUD $2,110Duration:6 days - 5 nightsCaño Cristales Adventure
Nature & AdventureFrom:AUD $2,275Duration:5 days - 4 nightsColombian Amazon
Wildlife | Nature | Indigenous CultureFrom:AUD $1,425Duration:4 days - 3 nights