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Complete Colombia: Coastal Caribbean & Inland Hidden Gems

17 days Colombia

About the trip

We get it, choosing the right itinerary for a country as diverse as Colombia is tough. But we’ve got you covered with this 17-day whirlwind adventure that ticks all the boxes. From coastal Cartagena to vibrant Bogotá, explore the best of both worlds: iconic highlights and hidden gems. Trek the jungle trails of Tayrona National Park, dive into waterfall plunge pools in Minca, soak in the chill vibes of Palomino, and uncover the lesser-known hot springs of Santa Rosa de Cabal. With adventures at every turn and plenty of time to soak in the culture, you’ll come home with stories — and a deeper connection to Colombia — that’ll last a lifetime.

Complete Colombia: Coastal Caribbean & Inland Hidden Gems

Tour Details

What's Included

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Accommodations

Accommodations

Hostels (2 nts, multi-share), Hotels (14 nts).

Meals

Meals

16 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD375-490 for meals not included.

Transportation

Transportation

Private vehicle, public bus, plane, walking

Staff & Experts

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, Indigenous local guides.

Itinerary

Day 1

Cartagena: Arrive at any time. After a welcome meeting at the hotel in the evening, choose to join your fellow travellers for an optional group dinner and check out the local flavours and bustling atmosphere of Plaza Trinidad.

Day 3

Cartagena/Minca: Leave the liveliness and pulsing energy of Cartagena behind and travel to the small town of Minca, where you can breathe in the fresh mountain air and take advantage of free time to explore. This growing village has a laid back, but energetic vibe with lots of opportunities for jungle hiking, waterfalls, and other adventurous activities.

Day 4

Minca: In the morning after breakfast at the hotel, set off on one of the best, but lesser-known activities while in Minca; a hike to the Marinka Waterfalls. These two large jungle cascades can be found about 3.6km from town amidst the beautiful forest, and they offer a deep swimming pool to cool off in after your hike. The group will arrive back to Minca for a free afternoon to lounge about, or be as adventurous as you choose.

Day 6

Tayrona National Park: Travel into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike thorough the stunning landscape accompanied by a local guide. Experience the natural biodiversity and beautiful trails while any nature lovers unite on a search for wildlife amid the dense jungle forest. Spend half of the day here in the park before an included lunch and transfer back to Palomino. Arrive in the early evening and spend it as you choose. Opt to find a local spot for dinner and toast with your travel pals to a day well spent, maybe catch the sunset.

Day 7

Palomino/Santa Marta: In the morning the group will travel by private vehicle to Santa Marta from Palomino. Upon arrival, join your CEO for an orientation walk of the town passing by landmarks such as, Parque de los Novios, Parque Bol?var, Parque Camell?n Rodrigo de Bastidas (along the water), and the marina. Then, take advantage of free time in the afternoon to explore. Choose to grab some lunch at a local restaurant, or maybe head to El Rodadero for white sand beaches and warm water. Tonight, head out for a final night out on the town with your travel crew.

Day 8

Santa Marta/Medell?n: Wheels up! In the mid-morning, fly inland to Medell?n, a city that has transformed into one of Latin America?s safest destinations. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to become acquainted with your surroundings on your own before an optional night out with the group.

Day 9

Medell?n: Explore Medell?n today and visit the Comuna 13 neighbourhood?a community transformed. Embark on a walking tour and learn more about the organization Berracas de la 13, a G Adventures?supported project. Afterwards, enjoy time to grab lunch on your own and choose to visit museums, take a historical tour, or try one of the other optional activities available in the area.

Day 10

Medell?n: Take advantage of this full free day in Medell?n to try various optional activities in the area. Perhaps prebook a day trip to a nearby town focused on adventure activities, or ride the metrocable, which is this cool cable car part of the city?s public transportation, and enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and sprawling Medell?n.

Day 11

Medell?n/Guatap?: Travel from Medell?n to Guatap?, where the town sits on the shores of the man-made reservoir, and is home to the climbable granite stone called El Pe?ol Rock. Climb the staircase in the rock and from the top, enjoy epic views of mountains and lakes in the distance. Then, enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk of the town and spend the remainder of the day free for optional activities in the area. Consider pre-booking a boat trip out onto the lake for some fun on the water.

Day 12

Guatap?: The entire day is yours to adventure is the funky outdoorsy town. Walk the streets adorned with brilliantly painted frescoes (called Z?calos locally) each one telling a story. Choose to prebook a boat excursion on the lake or try kayaking along the shores. Maybe even climb El Pe?ol again. There are also loads of restaurants and street food to try like arepas and fresh cheeses.

Day 13

Guatap?/Santa Rosa de Cabal: Transfer by private vehicle in the morning from Guatap? to Santa Rosa de Cabal with a stop en route to grab lunch on your own. The town hosts natural hot springs fed by nearby active volcanoes and is nestled at the base of the Nevado del Ruiz Volcano. Picture clouds clinging to the sides of these ultra green mountains and feel in a different, lost world out here in the jungle amid coffee plantations and thermal pools. Upon arrival in the late afternoon there will be some free time before an included visit to the hot springs for a relaxing evening.

Day 15

Salento/Bogot?: Spend a free morning in Salento and choose to join some optional activities in this gorgeous area. Grab some lunch on your own before the transfer to Armenia where the group will then board a public bus to Bogota. Arrive in the evening and choose to have some dinner together or on your own.

Day 16

Bogot?: Set off to explore Bogot? today on a walking tour of the charming La Candelaria neighborhood and listen to fascinating tales about the town's origin, legends, and other key historical moments. Then there will be free time for lunch and the remainder of the afternoon is open for optional activities in the area like, visiting museums or going on a cable car ride for panoramic views of the city. In the evening attend a farewell dinner with the group at a local restaurant.

Day 17

Bogot?: Depart at any time.

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