Colombia: Andean Vistas to Guatape & the Caribbean
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Colombia: Andean Vistas to Guatape & the Caribbean
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10 days
Small Group
Moderate
Average
English
Experience Overview
Squeeze every last unforgettable drop out of Colombia on this 10-day adventure through its vibrant cities and landscapes.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: La Candelaria Neighbourhood Walking Tour, Bogotá Your Foodie Moment: Lunch at Hacienda Origen, Medellín Your OMG Day: Reservoir Boat Ride or Riverside Picnic, Guatapé
- Complimentary arrival transfer
- Welcome dinner
- Colombia Coffee Tasting Immersion Experience
- Half-day E-biking Tour in Medellín
- Comuna 13 Tour With a Local Guide
- Climb El Peñol Rock
- Town of Guatapé visit
- Barú Orientation Walk With CEO
- Barú Private Boat Excursion
- CEO-led Orientation Walk of Cartagena
- Free time in Bogotá, Medellín, Guatapé, and Barú
- Farewell dinner
- Internal flights
- All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (9 nts).
- 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Private Vehicle, Plane, Boat, Bicycle, Walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Sip world-renowned coffee with a local expert in Bogatá
- Cruise around downtown Medellín on an E-bike tour
- Enjoy panoramic views while climbing El Peñol
- Spend a few days at a gorgeous lake-front property in Guatapé
- Set off on a half-day boat and snorkelling excursion from Barú
- Wander through the historic walled city of Cartagena.
Trip Details
10 days
Private Vehicle, Plane, Boat, Bicycle, Walking.
English
Bogotá, Colombia
Cartagena, Colombia
Moderate
Luxury, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Bogotá: An Immersion into Colombia
Arrive to Bogotá at any time and transfer to your hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - NH Pavillion Royal Bogotá
Day 2: Bogotá: Coffee, Living History and Art
Set off to explore Bogotá today with a local expert and, later, on your own. The morning begins with a coffee tasting demonstration featuring authentic Colombian brew, followed by a walking tour of the charming La Candelaria neighborhood—a must-see for any culture or history lover. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a lively local restaurant before taking a free afternoon to visit museums or take a cable car ride up Monserrate Hill.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle from your hotel in Bogotá to your included coffee experience.Activity - Begin your coffee immersion experience with a visit to a nearby speciality coffee shop. Here we embark on a sensory exercise with a local expert to understand the cultivation, selection, and production of these sought after beans. This hands-on experience allows you to learn why Colombian coffee is considered some of the best in the world, and better understand the role it plays in the culture of the region. Your exposure to this fascinating world of high-end coffee will conclude with a tasting of alternative brewing methods.Activity - Discover the heart of Bogotá in the charming La Candelaria neighbourhood. Wander through Carrera Séptima, Plaza de Bolívar, Coliseo Street, Chorro de Quevedo, and La Concordia Market Square. From cobblestone streets to well-preserved colonial buildings you'll be able to see the sites with your own eyes, and listen to fascinating tales about the town's origin, legends, and other key historical moments. This area is a must-visit for any culture and history lover, offering a laid-back way to take in Bogota's cultural gems.Free_time - After lunch, the afternoon is yours to do as you wish. Choose between museum visits and individual exploration of this lively Colombian capital city!Accommodation - NH Pavillion Royal Bogotá
Day 3: Medellín: The City of Eternal Spring
Fly to Medellín and sample Paisa cuisine during an included lunch at a speciality restaurant focusing on preserving long standing culinary traditions before transferring to your hotel in the city. There will be free time to explore and relax.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle between the airport and Parque Arví.Activity - Sit down for lunch at Hacienda Origen. This is a paisa cuisine speciality restaurant focused on preserving the traditions of the local community by offering Colombian staple dishes like Bandeja paisa, Patacones, and much more. They celebrate their cultural identity and source products directly from local farmers and are committed to using eco-friendly materials in their packaging.Free_time - Spend an evening at your leisure and opt to find a local spot for dinner in this vibrant city.Accommodation - NH Collection Medellin
Day 4: Medellín: Bicycle Exploration and Neighbourhood Traditions
Begin the morning with an e-bike tour of downtown Medellín led by a local guide to uncover history, art, and legends. Later, visit the Comuna 13 neighbourhood on a private tour before a free evening at your leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Hop on an e-bike and pedal around Medellín with access to hidden back roads, colourful neighbourhoods, quiet parks, and local knowledge about the best routes through the city. Make stops along the way to take photos and try some delicious local treats and excellent coffee. You'll be exploring the city as locals do while uncovering Medellín's history, legends, and art.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle when transferring to Comuna 13 for your private tour, and back to the hotel afterwards.Activity - Visit a neighbourhood in Medellín formally plagued by violence and various injustices, that has since then undergone an impressive reformation. Walk the streets and enjoy an opportunity to learn from local guides, visit small shops, and purchase unique handicrafts. Capture some photos of the colourful buildings clinging to the hillsides, and appreciate the area's urban art and outdoor escalators leading up to the steep 28-story buildings.Accommodation - NH Collection Medellin
Day 5: Guatapé: El Peñol Rock and Local Charm
Climb El Peñol rock for impressive views of Guatapé. Follow this up with a walking tour around town with your CEO. Be on the lookout for colourful frescoes along the way, and enjoy a meal at a local restaurant for lunch. Transfer to your OMG Stay property to spend the rest of the day relaxing at the hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Medellín and Guatapé.Activity - Climb to the top for breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. El Peñol Rock is 198m tall and while it seems intimidating from the bottom, it's rated as a relatively easy hike and shouldn't take more than an hour. Your legs will get quite the workout on the 740 stone steps to the top. Along the way there are several platforms offering exceptional views of the lake below and providing good stopping points to take a rest. The top offers 360-degree views that will leave you breathless.Activity - This colourful pueblo outside of Medellín is famous for its surrounding turquoise lake and beautiful scenery. Discover Guatapé's vibrant charm as you explore the streets adorned with brilliantly painted frescoes (locally known as Zócalos), each telling a unique story. This place is also packed with loads of restaurants and street food to choose from, like arepas and fresh cheeses.Free_time - Enjoy free time to spend at your leisure at your OMG Stay property.Accommodation - The Brown, Guatapé
Day 6: Guatapé: Your OMG Day
Today enjoy Guatapé's lovely landscapes. And choose between two guided activities one more adventurous and the other relaxing. Option 1 is a 90-minute boat ride to discover the Guatapé Reservoir. Enjoy the views and take breathtaking pictures from the most iconic spots in the area. The other option is a picnic by the Guatapé River, with waterfalls sounding nearby for a peaceful experience. Return to your OMG Stay. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Option 1: Discover the Guatapé Reservoir in a 90-minute experience departing from your OMG Stay. Enjoy the views from the water. Option 2: Sit down for a picnic lunch by the Guatapé River, with waterfalls sounding nearby and a peaceful atmosphere that will leave you relaxed. A local guide will accompany you.Free_time - Spend time at your leisure this afternoon and choose to enjoy some of the amenities at your OMG Stay.Accommodation - The Brown, Guatapé
Day 7: Barú: Caribbean Paradise
Travel back from Guatapé to Medllín and board a flight to Cartagena. Upon arrival, the group will transfer to Barú, an island paradise along the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy lunch at the hotel with views of the inviting white sand and aquamarine water, then set off on an orientation beach walk with your CEO before a free afternoon in paradise to relax, or take part in some optional water activities.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle on the way from your OMG Stay to the airport in Medellín.Transport - Fly from Medellín to Cartagena this morning before transferring to Barú.Activity - Upon arrival to Barú, lunch will be had at the hotel restaurant. Then, enjoy an orientation beach walk with your CEO to become acquainted with this slice of paradise. The peninsula is often called an island, but it is bounded by the bay of Cartagena, the Dique Canal, and the Caribbean Sea. Famous for its white & pink sands, as well as the crystalline water, this is the perfect place to sit back and relax. Don't miss Puntilla Beach, where you can soak up the sun, soft waves, and warm tropical climate.Free_time - Take advantage of free time this afternoon to relax and settle in to the paradise that is Barú. Opt to swim, snorkel with colourful fish, or simply lounge in the sun.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle en route to the peninsula of Barú from Cartagena.Accommodation - Isla del Encanto
Day 8: Barú: Boat Excursion to the Rosario Islands
Get out on the water with a private boat trip off the coast of Barú. Visit the Rosario Islands for snorkelling and swimming in paradise. Enjoy a free afternoon and evening at your leisure, with lunch and dinner included at the hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Board your private boat and get out on the water for a half-day snorkelling excursion off of Barú. Travel to the nearby Rosario Islands and submerge yourself underwater to get up close to the native wildlife, and enjoy the stunning views of the landscape as you bob gently along in the Caribbean Sea.Free_time - The afternoon belongs completely to you. Think walks along the shoreline, sitting at a local spot with a cold drink, or more swimming in paradise. Lunch and dinner will be served at the hotel.Accommodation - Isla del Encanto
Day 9: Cartagena: The Walled City
Travel to Cartagena and set off on a CEO-led orientation walk in order to get your bearings before enjoying the rest of the day to discover the city. Regroup in the evening for a farewell dinner together and celebrate this incredible Colombian adventure.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your CEO will lead the group on an orientation walk of Cartagena's historical centre upon arrival from Barú. During this walk you will get your bearings of the walled city's many churches, plazas and historic landmarks before you set off to discover it on your own. Wander the picturesque cobblestone streets lined with colonial buildings and colourful flowers spilling over the rooftops before meeting up in the evening with the group.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Bantu Hotel
Day 10: Cartagena
Depart at any time.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
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From
AUD $6559
Duration: 10 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Squeeze every last unforgettable drop out of Colombia on this 10-day adventure through its vibrant cities and landscapes.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 02 May 2026
Customer Reviews
05/06/2024
Everything was well, thank you….
06/20/2023
Excellent. Thanks ??
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
05/06/2024
Everything was well, thank you….
06/20/2023
Excellent. Thanks ??
06/19/2023
The tour guide luis is so kind, so helpful, he always arrange the best service for the team, we are happy
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