Colombia Deluxe Tour

On arrival at El Dorado Airport, you will be transferred to your Hotel. Overnight in Bogota. FREE NIGHT.

After breakfast, you will start the tour with a sightseeing tour of the Historical down town area of La Candelaria and historical neighborhood of the city. Bogota is the capital and it is located in the center of Colombia. Afterwards you will visit the Gold Museum (Closed on Mondays). The object known as Poporo Quimbaya was the first one in a collection and it has been on exhibition for 70 years. The museum houses the famous Muisca golden raft found in Pasca in 1929, that represents the El Dorado ceremony. After a decade of works, the museum was expanded and renovated in October 2008. With the renovation, the museum organized the permanent exhibition in five rooms with archaeological objects and an interactive room. It also added an auditorium, some temporary exhibitions rooms, a cafe, a restaurant and a souvenir store. There you can find more than 53,000 pieces of pre-Colombina and goldsmith artifacts. Later, you will enjoy the panoramic First Cathedral, La Casa de Narino, Lievano Palace and the Palace of Justice. The will finish our tour in the Monserrate Sanctuary. Return to your Hotel. Overnight in Bogotá. Free Night. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, your tour starts travelling to Guavita Town. It is 75 km toward Northeast of Bogota on the North motorway. Guatavita was rebuilt on higher ground in the middle 60’s due to the construction of the Tominé Reservoir, which flooded the area of the town. There, you will visiting the Guatavita Lagoon that has a historic and recognized legend “el dorado”. The lake is circular and about a quarter mile in diameter, formed by what appears to be a crater. The earlier theories of the crater’s origin being a meteorite impact, volcanic cinder, or limestone sinkhole are now discredited. The most likely explanation is that it resulted from the dissolution of underground salt deposits from an anticline, resulting in an unusual kind of sinkhole. Long ago, this sacred lake was associated with Indian rituals involving gold. The name of the lake is derived from Chibcha (language of the Muisca people) gwa: mountain or gwata, gwate: high elevation, or gwatibita: high mountain peak; hence a pool at a high mountain peak. You will stop here for Lunch. Continuing the on, you will see Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira,which has one of the most content-rich tourist sightseeing with a great architectural, archaeological and cultural sites. The Salt Cathedral was built in the architectural Socavón of a salt mine with 180 meters of depth. Returning to Bogota centre, you will walk around the city streets that reveal the madness of a busy city: many busetas (small buses), extravagant stores and lively roadside stalls. There, you can also find a fascinating and serene colonial atmosphere. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Bogota. Free Night Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Airport. On arrival at Cartagena Airport, you will be assisted and transferred to your Hotel. City Tour: In afternoon, you will travel through Cartagena, also known as Cartagena de Indias. It is a city on the northern coast of Colombia in the Caribbean Coast Region. This region was inhabited by various indigenous people dating back to 4000 BC. During the colonial period Cartagena served a key role in administration and expansion of the Spanish empire. It was a center of political and economic activity due to the presence of royalty and wealthy viceroys. The tour starts towards principal neighborhoods of city: Bocagrande, Castillo Grande and Manga. It is famous for the architecture, historical events and restaurants. Afterwards you will visit the Popa convent. There, you will find a beautiful image of La Virgen de la Candelaria, the patroness of the city. It is a convent’s chapel, and there is a charming flower-filled patio. There is also a chilling statue of a speared Padre Alonso García de Paredes, a priest who was murdered along with five Spanish soldiers for trying to spread the good word. The views from here are outstanding and stretch all over the city. Continuing your journey, you will visit San Felipe Castle. The castle is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic location, dominating approaches to the city by land or sea. It was built by the Spanish during the colonial era. Construction began in the year 1536, and it was originally known as the Castillo de San Lázaro, It was expanded in 1657. Following the road, you will appreciate a panoramic view in the “walled center” and return to the hotel. By Night: At the night you will have a fun night-life panoramic tour along Cartagena city with music, and national ron bar on board a typical colorful bus made out of wood. Three hours of fun tour around the principal streets and avenues of Bocagrande, clock tower, “camellon” of martyrs arsenal, Manga neighborhood and “el pie de la Popa”. Return to the Hotel. Overnight in Cartagena. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, at 8:30 am, you will do a full day tour in the islands to enjoy clean waters and diving with tank (additional cost). The Islas del Rosario (Rosario Islands), also referred to as Corales Islas del Rosario is an archipelago located off the coast of Colombia, approximately 100 kilometers from Cartagena. The Isla Rosario has an aquarium and open-sea oceanarium (oceanario). Activities include swimming, snorkeling and fishing, amongst others. Your tour will start in the dock of “los pegasos” on board a speed boat. You will be able to see a panoramic view at the Bay of Cartagena and Bocachica, with a beautiful landscape of San Fernando and San José (islands of the archipelagos). The last Island to be seen is Island Baru. It is approximately 25 km long and in places is less than 1 km wide. When you arrive at the Rosary Island, you will enjoy some free time to explore the Island. In the afternoon you will return to the Hotel. Overnight in Cartagena. Free Night Meals: Breakfast Not Included: Departure tax and entry to Oceanario.

After breakfast, you will have a free Day to explore Cartagena. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast you will be transferred to Santa Marta. It was founded on July 29, 1525, by the Spanish conquistador Rodrigo de Bastidas. Santa Marta was the first Spanish settlement in Colombia, and is the oldest surviving city in that country. This city is situated on a bay of the same name and as such, is a prime tourist destination. When you arrive to the city, you will take a panoramic city tour passing by “Rodadero” Bay, the most beautiful view of the city. Afterwards you will see Taganga, it is a small fishing village. Later, you will visit Aduana House, “Pibe Valderrama” Monument and “Quinta de San Pedro de Alejandrino”. All is part of history and culture of this amazing and cozy city. Return to your Hotel. Duration: 4 hours. Overnight in Santa Marta. Free Night Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be transferred 34km from Santa Marta. You will visit The Tayrona National Natural Park that is a protected area. The park presents a biodiversity endemic to the area of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range presenting a variety of climates (mountain climate) and geography that ranges from arid sea level to 900 meters above sea level. The park covers approximately 30 square kilometers of maritime area in the Caribbean Sea and approximately 150 square kilometers of land. There, you will be able to trek the Reef,walking between forests and beaches and see Canaveral-coral reefs-natural pool-cabo San Juan. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Santa Marta. Free Night Meals: Breakfast Advice: shoes and clothes light to walk, cap, swimsuit, sun cream, snacks with high calories, insect repellent, hydrating beverages. Don’t bring glass containers. Follow the guides instructions.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Airport. Meals: Breakfast End of our services