Treasures of Colombia

Treasures of Colombia

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$3615

Treasures of Colombia

13 Days Starting in Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia and ending in Cartagena, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia

Visiting: Bogotá, Villa de Leyva, Pereira, Valle del Cocora, Medellín, Cartagena, London

Tour operator:

Cox & Kings

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

10 - 18

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Please advise requests

Tour operated in:
English
Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Cultural, History

From:
$3615 (USD) including Flights from the UK

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Tour Overview

Travel from Andean peaks to tropical Caribbean coastlines, passing through the mountain capital of Bogotá, picturesque Villa de Leyva, fertile coffee country, vibrant Medellín and the colonial port of Cartagena, one of South America’s most beautiful towns.



Visit the superb Gold Museum in Bogotá

Stay at a colonial-style hacienda in coffee country

Insight into the cultural & social transformation of Medellín

Soak up the atmosphere of colourful Cartagena on a walking tour

Small group size - average 10 people (maximum 18)

Highlights

  • Visit the superb Gold Museum in Bogotá & a lively local market

  • Stay at a colonial-style hacienda in coffee country

  • Insight into the cultural & social transformation of Medellín

  • Soak up the atmosphere of colourful Cartagena on a walking tour

  • Stay in 3- & 4-star accommodation

  • No single supplement on selected departure dates (limited availability)

Places You'll See

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Itinerary

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Day 1 : Fly To Bogotá

Location: Bogotá

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) to Bogotá with Avianca.

Day 2 : Villa De Leyva

Location: Villa de Leyva

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Posada de San Antonio

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning arrival and transfer by road to Villa de Leyva, one of Colombia’s finest colonial towns. En route, stop at Tunja and Boyacá bridge, the site of the turning point in Colombia’s struggle for independence. Stay 2 nights at the Posada de San Antonio. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 : Villa De Leyva

Location: Villa de Leyva

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Full-day tour of this beautiful town of cobbled streets lined with whitewashed houses. Visit the nearby 120-million-year-old kronosaurus fossil and the Dominican convent.

Day 4 : Bogotá

Location: Bogotá

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer by road back to Bogotá, stopping at Zipaquirá en route to see the remarkable salt cathedral, built inside an old salt mine. Stay at the Novotel Bogotá Parque 93 for 2 nights.

Day 5 : Bogotá

Location: Bogotá

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning walking tour of historic La Candelaria district, see Botero’s art collection and visit the Gold Museum, featuring one of the world’s most complete collections of ancient gold artefacts. Afternoon at leisure or optional cable car ride to Monserrat hill for panoramic views.

Day 6 : Fly To Pereira

Location: Pereira

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly to Pereira in the coffee region, declared a world heritage site by UNESCO. Visit a local coffee farm to learn about the growing and production of high quality coffee beans. Afternoon at leisure and stay for 2 nights at the Hacienda San José, an old colonial-style house with delightful gardens.

Day 7 : Coffee Region

Location: Valle del Cocora

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today explore the verdant Cocora Valley, famous for its wax palm trees – the tallest in the world. Take a ride in a typical Jeep, walk into the cloud forest and visit the traditional villages of Filandia and Salento.

Day 8 : Medellín

Location: Medellín

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travel by road to Medellín (journey time approximately 7 hours), stopping at a scenic lookout for views over the Cauca River. Stay for 2 nights at the Hotel Poblado Plaza.

Day 9 : Medellín

Location: Medellín

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

A full-day tour to learn about the cultural and social transformation projects of the city. Visit Comuna 13 to see its street art and outdoor escalators , and take lunch with a cooking demonstration at a community project empowering local women. Continue to the sentre to see the curved sculptures by local artist Fernando Botero and onto Cerro Nutibara hill for panoramic views.

Day 10 : Fly To Cartagena

Location: Cartagena

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport and fly to the beautiful Caribbean city of Cartagena. Stay at the Hotel Santa Catalina for 2 nights.

Day 11 : Cartagena

Location: Cartagena

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover the old town on a walking tour, visit the impregnable Spanish fort, San Felipe and the charming neighbourhood of Getsemani, and see San Pedro Claver church with its fine stained-glass windows.

Day 12 : Fly To London Via Bogotá

Location: Cartagena

Accommodation: n/a

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning at leisure or an optional visit to the national aviary. Overnight flight to London via Bogotá with Avianca.

Day 13 : Arrive London

Location: London

Accommodation: n/a

Meals Included: No Meals

Arrive in London

What's Included

  • No single supplement on selected departure dates (limited availability)

  • 3- & 4-star accommodation

  • Direct international flights with Avianca

  • Internal flights

  • Flexible - extensions & flight upgrades available

  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

  • Experienced local tour guides in each destination

  • Guided sightseeing & entrance fees

What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Country Entry Visas

Check out our Q&As

  • Can Cox & Kings arrange my visa?

    We cannot arrange your visa but we can recommend a reputable visa assistance company who can help with your application. Please contact your tour consultant for details.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes. We only work with passionate local guides who have a firm grasp of English – so they can answer all your questions and offer invaluable insight into your destination.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do so, the cost will be deducted from the tour price.

  • Why do I have to pay more for my holiday if I am a single traveller?

    Most hotels around the world charge more per person for a single occupancy room than for a shared twin room, because the cost of maintaining a room for one person can be almost as high as it is for two. In addition, many single occupancy rooms are the same as twin / double rooms.

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes. Quoted prices include all entrance fees.

  • What is the difference between a 'single' supplement and 'sole' supplement?

    A 'single' traveller is someone occupying a single room while travelling with one or more other people, for example a single person travelling on a group tour. A 'sole' traveller is someone travelling on their own. As a single traveller on a group tour (except those in the SoloTravellers collection), please check the single supplement price. If you wish to add an extension to that tour, please th

  • When will I get my tickets?

    Travel documents will be sent approximately two weeks prior to departure (third party suppliers' policies may vary), unless your booking is made within six weeks of departure, in which case final documents will be sent as soon as possible.

  • When do I need to pay my final balance?

    Final payment must be made no less than 75 days before departure.

  • Do your prices include flights?

    All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. Australasia and Canada holidays do not include international flights so that you may benefit from the best prices at the time you choose to book, taking advantage of major seasonal variations and short term special offers. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do

  • What is a non-exclusive escorted group tour?

    The vast majority of our group tours are exclusive to Cox & Kings clients. However, there are a few exceptions where holidaymakers who booked their tour with another travel company travel in the group.

  • When will I get a detailed itinerary?

    If you are travelling on a group tour, you will receive a detailed itinerary with your travel pack. If travelling on a private basis, you will receive your detailed itinerary with your confirmation invoice.

  • What are the four tour categories

    ***LUXURY These are our most comfortable tours and will usually feature 5-star deluxe accommodation throughout*** ***SUPERIOR Most Cox & Kings tours fall under this category and are based in 4- or 5-star accommodation where available, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***STANDARD Simpler in emphasis, these itineraries typically feature 4-star or good 3-star accommodation throughout, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***DISCOVERY Best suited to the hardier traveller, these tours typically include some quite basic accommodation, possibly longer and rougher road journeys and, in some cases, more strenuous activities, such as trekking***

  • Do I need inoculations?

    Many of our destinations have recommended health precautions, which you can read about in our regional documents and health pages. However, we recommend that you contact your doctor who will be able to give you professional advice, arrange any vaccinations and give advice on malaria protection. Alternatively, visit the NHS website for more information.

  • What happens if a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers? Will it be cancelled?

    If a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers, we will either offer for you to take your holiday on a private basis (which may involve a supplement), or you will be fully refunded.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Steven  

Well looked after before and during

We were well looked after before and during our va

We were well looked after before and during our vacation. Top class accommodation and guides.

Suzie  

Delighted Customers!

My partner and myself have been regular travellers

My partner and myself have been regular travellers for over 20 years and up to now been loyal to a rival company. After an incident with them, we decided to change loyalty and try C&K. Was absolutely a good move. For the past couple years I have spoken to Sabastian Gittany, what a delight to be able to speak to the same consultant! I was immediately impressed with the service, he was extremely helpful, polite and nothing is too much trouble. Sabastian has an immense knowledge through his own travel experiences, which in turn helped us to ensure we booked the right holiday for us. As a result of the excellent service we received from Sabastian we have booked 4 holidays for 2022, the first being Egypt Nile Cruise, which he tailored and with lots discussions finally created an itinerary for us, so we are delighted.

Paul  

A Relaxed Way to Book a Holiday

Sue and I have travelled with Cox & Kings a number

Sue and I have travelled with Cox & Kings a number of times and have always booked direct with them. For this latest trip, I again contacted them direct and spoke to their travel advisor for the chosen area for a tailor-made holiday. I found him empathetic, knowledgeable and understanding of my requirements. An initial itinerary was prepared which after due consideration and discussion was cheerfully amended and agreed on. There was no pressure put on me and I found it, as usual, a good experience. Holiday now booked and I am looking forward to the trip.

Haig  

Exceptional Service

I have frequently used Cox and Kings and they nev

I have frequently used Cox and Kings and they never disappoint. They organise whatever I want and the great thing about their group tours is that they always include some free time. Other companies tend to pack far too much in to their schedules. I have found everyone I have ever dealt with keen to provide the best possible service.

Jessica  

Knowledgeable Staff and Excellent Service

Knowledgeable staff and excellent service that 'go

Knowledgeable staff and excellent service that 'goes the extra mile'. I have been on several holidays through Cox and Kings over the last 20 years and have always been more than satisfied

Dates & Availability

Saturday - Thursday

Aug 31, 2024 - Sep 12, 2024
$3990 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Saturday - Thursday

Nov 02, 2024 - Nov 14, 2024
$3615 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Saturday - Thursday

Feb 08, 2025 - Feb 20, 2025
$3740 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Saturday - Thursday

Mar 15, 2025 - Mar 27, 2025
$3740 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Saturday - Thursday

Aug 30, 2025 - Sep 11, 2025
$3615 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Saturday - Thursday

Nov 01, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
$3740 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Cox & Kings requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cox & kings charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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