Discover Colombia’s Metropolis — Bogotá, Medellín & Cultural Soul
Over the following centuries, a unique culture was formed here, combining Indian traditions and European cosmopolitanism, African mysticism and the colorfulness of Latin American rituals.
Route description
We have developed a tour program that is great for small groups as well as individuals
1day Day 1: Bogota
Arrival in the city of Bogota. Meeting at El Dorado International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
2day Day 2: Bogota – City Tour + Montserrat
Breakfast in the hotel. At the appointed time, a tour of the historical center of Bogota, called “La Candelaria,” begins. This excursion also includes a visit to the Gold Museum, where you can view approximately 34,000 pre-Columbian gold objects. Next is a visit to Casa de la Moneda and Donación Botero, where the works of master Fernando Botero, a Colombian artist with worldwide recognition in various artistic techniques such as painting, drawing and sculpture, are presented. The excursion will continue with a panoramic tour of the Plaza de Bolívar (Casa Nariño, Palacio Llevano and Palace of Justice). The tour ends with an ascent to Montserrat. Return to the hotel. Duration: 6 hours Included: Professional guide in English, private transport, entrance to the Gold Museum - Casa de la Moneda and Donación Botero, and climb to Montserrat. Important note: The Gold Museum is closed on Mondays and Casa de la Moneda and Donación Botero are closed on Tuesdays.
3day Day 3: Bogota – Visit to the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral
Breakfast in the hotel. At the specified time, meet at the hotel and depart for the city of Zipaquira, passing through the so-called “Savanna of Bogota”. Arrive at the Salt Cathedral Church of Zipaquira, one of the main tourist sites in Colombia, recognized as the first wonder of Colombia, built 180 meters deep in a salt mine. Duration: 5 hours Included: Professional guide in English, private transportation, entrance to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral.
4day Day 4: Bogota – Medellin – City tour + Tour Communa 13
Breakfast in the hotel. At the appointed time, transfer to El Dorado International Airport for your flight (not included) to Medellin. Arrival and meeting at José Maria Cordova International Airport, transfer to the hotel. Next begins a city tour with a visit to Commune 13, as well as San Antonio Park, San Ignacio Square, the traditional Avenida La Playa, the Sculpture Park containing more than 20 sculptures donated by the master Fernando Botero, Los Deceos Park and the Atanasio Girardot Sports Complex, as well as renovated Convention Center, former Macarena Arena. Additionally: the traditional village of Paisa. Later, move to the Poblado area, where you can see the Poblado Park, Lleras Park and the Golden Mile, the financial and hotel heart of the city. Visit to the famous area of Medellin - Commune 13, visiting the walls with graffiti highlighting places that have left their mark on history. These drawings are made by various artists from the area, revealing stories that move and inspire hope. The tour will end with a visit to the symbolic Electric Staircase of Comuna 13. Return to the hotel. Duration: 7 hours Included: Professional guide in English, private transport, metro entrance and graffiti tour (Commune 13).
5day Day 5: Medellin – Visit El Peñol and Guatape
Breakfast in the hotel. At the appointed time, start the tour to the municipality of Peñol, enjoying the diversity of its architecture and getting to know the city, where you can appreciate the colonial style. Later we will go to the majestic Piedra del Peñol rock, a 220 meter high monolith. After this we will visit the city of Guatape, famous for the details of the pedestals, drawings and relief paintings that decorate the houses of the city (this tour is carried out by motorcycle taxi). The tour will end with a visit to the Peñol and Guatapé reservoir, where you can enjoy the contrast between the green mountains and the mirrors of the water. In the afternoon, return to the hotel. Duration: 8 hours. Included: Professional guide in English, transportation, motorcycle taxi tour, typical lunch at a local restaurant. Not included: Climbing the Piedra del Peñol rock, boat trip along the Peñol - Guatape reservoir.
6day Day 6: Medellin
Breakfast in the hotel. At the appointed time, transfer to Jose Maria Cordoba International Airport for your flight (not included) home.
Cost and dates
| Type of accommodation: | Superior Tourist Radisson Metrotel 74 Café Hotel | Superior Four Points By Sheraton Diez Hotel | First Estelar Parque de la 93 Novotel Medellin | Luxury Grand Hyatt Marriott Medellin | Luxury Sofitel Victoria Regia Patio del Mundo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double occupancy from 1 person | 945 US$ | 1058 US$ | 1170 US$ | 1358 US$ | 1463 US$ |
| Individual room | 1740 US$ | 1905 US$ | 2153 US$ | 2587 US$ | 2805 US$ |
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