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Itinerary:


DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Colombia

Depart for Bogota, Colombia. Welcome to Colombia, a country of great diversity, culture, and natural beauty. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Later, join your fellow travelers for a light meal and an orientation briefing with your Tour Manager 
Overnight: Bogota ▲ 
Meals: Dinner
 
DAY 2, Saturday - Bogota City Tour
Start the day with a walking tour of the colonial section of La Candelaria, stopping at Plaza de Bolivar, the main square of the city. Surrounding the square you'll see the Cathedral, Palace of Congress, the Cardinal's Palace and the colonial church of El Sagrario. Next, to the astonishing Gold Museum, where you'll see the world's greatest collection of pre-Hispanic Indian gold crafts. Continue to the Fernando Botero Museum, housing many of the paintings and sculptures of this world-famous contemporary Colombian artist. Let the Colombian lifestyle sink in during an included coffee break. Then, stop to watch an energetic local game of Tejo, the national sport of Colombia. Originally, game play consisted of hurling golden discs into a hole. However, the Conquistadors did make their own subtle improvement to the game - they added explosives to the mix. Today, the game is played with metal disks in fields across the country. You will learn how to play and try your hand at throwing the disk. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city independently, with its more than 60 galleries and museums and shops with the latest fashions or join the optional Funicular Ride up to Monserrate for great views of the city. You will also see the church and the Shrine of "El Señor Caído", a popular place for pilgrims and prayers for years. Tonight, a walking tour of Zona Rosa with its many pubs and restaurants will show you the exciting night life of Bogota 
Optional: Monserrate Funicular Train Ride (PM) 
Overnight: Bogota 
Meals: Breakfast
 
DAY 3, Sunday - Bogota to Cartagena
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cartagena. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of Cartagena, a magical city with richness of architecture, massive fortifications and wonderful sea breezes. See expansive views of the city, sea and the port zone as you make your way to the San Felipe castle-fortress built on San Lazaro Hill to defend the city from pirate attacks. At the Walled City, walk through the multicolored houses and buildings of the Old City of Cartagena. Visit San Pedro Claver Convent and Church built in the mid-17th century. Then, on to "The Vaults", archways built within the Walled City that were used to store armaments and later as a prison. Today, the entire area is a thriving artisans' center with beautiful local handicrafts. Remainder of the day at leisure 
Overnight: Cartagena 
Meals: Breakfast
 
DAY 4, Monday - Full Day Cartagena
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Cartagena to further explore the city on your own 
Overnight: Cartagena 
Meals: Breakfast
 
DAY 5, Tuesday - Depart Colombia
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight 
Meals: Breakfast
 
***End of Tour***
 
 
▲ Due to the high elevation, travel in the Colombian highlands may cause some passengers to experience the temporary effects of altitude sickness. If you have any concerns about traveling to higher than your accustomed elevation, please consult your healthcare provider.
 
 

Featured Hotels

 5 Day Highlights of Colombia
NH Bogota Metrotel Royal     Bogota
Hotel Caribe      Cartagena
Escorted Package Includes
  • Intra-flight: Bogota-Cartagena
  • 4 nights accommodations
  • 2 nights Bogota
  • 2 nights Cartagena
  • Hotel porterage
  • All transfers
  • 5 meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner
  • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
  • Services of an English-speaking tour manager throughout
  • Services of English-speaking local guides
  • Entrance fees per itinerary
 
Special Features
  • Tour the Colonial district of La Candaleria in Bogota
  • Visit the Botero Museum in Bogota
  • Walk through the lively Zona Rosa district in Bogota
  • Admire the rich architecture of magical Cartagena
  • Visit the Gold Museum in Cartagena

 

Tour code: tig-g1
 
 ***PICTURES COURTESY OF COLOMBIA TOURISM BOARD***

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