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Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City

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 Trip Length
22 Days
 Trip Starts
Bogota
 Trip Finishes
Santa Marta
22 Day Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: Colombia
Trip Style
Classic
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Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
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Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
SMBS

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 22 Day Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City. Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you’ve ever had. And you’re only scratching the surface of what’s in store for you on this 22-day trip. Check out the resurgence of culture, art, and food in Bogotá and Medellín, dive deep into the Caribbean vibe of Cartagena, learn about Indigenous culture from the Wiwa people of Gotshezhy, get back to nature in Minca, and trek to ancient Ciudad Perdida...read more (Lost City), known to the locals as Teyuna. Colombia will change you. All you have to do is let it.

Itinerary

There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. Stay: Hotel Regina

Enjoy breakfast in Bogotá before boarding an afternoon flight to Armenia, in Colombia’s coffee region. Spend two nights outside Armenia in a traditional hacienda. Stay: Hostal Mi Monaco (B)

Visit Armenia town and market for breakfast before enjoying a tour of a coffee farm in the Calarcá area to learn more about the coffee culture here. Stay: Hostal Mi Monaco (B/L)

Enjoy exploring Salento and getting a feel for the town. Stay: Hotel Salento Real (B)

Drive through beautiful landscapes to Medellín. Opt to explore the city in the evening. Stay: Hotel Seven Inn Medellin (B)

Enjoy a neighbourhood tour of the city and learn the fascinating recent history of the city's ongoing transformation. Spend the rest of the day with free time to explore this vibrant city. Stay: Hotel Seven Inn Medellin (B)

Enjoy another free day and opt to visit the nearby town of Guatapé, with its colourful houses and famous rock. Or ride the metrocable, a cable car part of Medellín’s public transportation, for sweeping views of the city and surrounding mountains. Stay: Hotel Seven Inn Medellin (B)

Hop on a morning flight to Cartagena and arrive in time to spend the afternoon exploring the old walled city. Opt for dinner and a night out in this lively town. Stay: Casa Villa Colonial (B)

Enjoy a free day exploring all Cartagena has to offer. Opt to enjoy the beautiful coast or explore the charming colonial city. Stay: Casa Villa Colonial (B)

Enjoy a city tour, visiting the colonial walled city and fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy free time to take in the Caribbean vibe of the city and beach. Stay: Casa Villa Colonial (B)

Travel to the small town of Minca, breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy free time to explore. Stay: Hotel Minca La Casona (B)

Head into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike with a local guide. This is a perfect opportunity to experience nature and learn a little more about the rich, natural diversity of northern Colombia. Stay in a lodge close to the park. Stay: Posada Villa Margarita (B/L)

Spend the day visiting a nearby indigenous community. Gain insights into the rich traditional cultures of this region, and the Arhuacos. Enjoy a textile weaving demonstration by members of local families in the Katanzama community. Afterwards, transfer to Playa de los Cocos for an included lunch at a local restaurant near the beach. Take advantage of free time to head to the beach nearby or relax in a hammock and enjoy the ocean breeze. Stay: Posada Villa Margarita (B/L)

In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival. Stay: Ocean Taganga (B)

With a free day at leisure, tour Taganga by foot or don a snorkel and mask and explore the water. This evening, travel to Santa Marta and join your group for an optional evening out on the town. Stay: Hotel Tayromar (B)

Use the day to soak up some sun or make any last minute purchases before starting the big trek. Stay: Hotel Tayromar (B)

Wake up and hit the road to the village of El Mamey where your trek to the Lost City of Teyuna begins. Trek through farmland, steamy jungle, and rural Kogi communities. Enjoy and let it all soak in – this is your opportunity to get a glimpse into the local way of life in the remote river valleys of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The group will have lunch at the village and hike about 4 hours to the first basecamp. (B/L/D)

Venture further into the lush jungle en route to Ciudad Perdida. Be prepared – today is a tough portion of the trek with a lot of steep views. Arrive at the campsite in the afternoon for some much needed relaxation by the river. (B/L/D)

Wake up early feeling refreshed, recharged (hopefully!) and start your trek to La Ciudad Perdida. Climb the 1200 ancient steps and explore the different sacred sites of Lost City. Later, continue trekking through the deep jungle today on winding paths through banana trees and cacao plants as you make your way to Mumake Camp. The total hiking time today is 8 hours with about 3 hours to explore the Lost City. (B/L/D)

The group will have an early departure from Mumake Camp. Hike past the village of El Mamey and arrive to Ricardito Camp where you'll have lunch and rest for the remainder of the day. (B/L/D)

In the morning, take in your last views of the jungle as you trek back to Machete Pelao. Transfer to Santa Marta where the rest of the day is yours to relax. Stay: Hotel Tayromar (B/L)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Discover the different neighbourhoods of Bogotá.
  • Savour the tastes and aromas of Colombian coffee.
  • Learn about the history of Medellín.
  • Relax on the beach in Santa Marta.
  • Hike to the Lost City.
  • Discover the beauty in Tayrona National Park.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Coffee Farm Tour, Calarcá
  • Your Discover Moment: Cartagena
  • Hacienda stay
  • Valle de Cocora hike
  • Medellín city tour
  • City tour in Cartagena
  • Tayrona National Park hike with local guide (5hrs)
  • Katanzama Community Visit
  • Taganga Orientation Walk
  • Trek to the Lost City with an indigenous guide (5 days)
  • Guided tour of the Lost City
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels/guesthouses (15 Nights), hacienda (2 Nights), camping (4 nts in hammocks or rustic bunks)

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, indigenous local guides

  • 21 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners

  • Plane, private van, public bus, 4x4, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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