Included in this offer :

• The 12 days and 11 nights tour in the specified accommodation or similar
• Meals according to programme during the tour
• Flights departing from the city of your choice
• Domestic flights from Bogota to Salento and from Medellin to Cartagena
• Round-trip airport/hotel transfer
• Transfers between hotels
• Visits and activities as mentioned.
• The service of professional local guides specialising in each visited region
• 24/7 assistance
• Welcome and assistance at the airport

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COLOMBIAN CLASSICS

Begin your journey in cosmopolitan Bogotá, where you can explore the capital's rich culture and captivating history. Next, fly to Salento, a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Colombia's coffee region. There, you'll immerse yourself in coffee plantations and the surrounding natural beauty. Then, continue to Jericó, a charming colonial village. Finally, discover the dynamic energy of Medellín, famous for its history, art, and cuisine. Conclude your journey in beautiful Cartagena with its cobblestone streets, impressive ramparts, and enchanting atmosphere. Make the most of each day to create unforgettable memories of your trip to Colombia.

Your 12-day & 11-night tour:

Day 1: Bogotá Airport - Bogotá

Day 2: Bogotá

Day 3: Bogotá - Bogotá Airport - Pereira Airport - Salento

Day 4: Salento

Day 5: Salento

Day 6: Salento - Finca La Romelia - Jerico

Day 7: Jerico - Medellín

Day 8: Medellín

Day 9: Medellín - Medellín JMC airport - Cartagena Airport - Cartagena

Day 10: Cartagena

Day 11: Cartagena

Day 12: Cartagena - Cartagena Airport

Please note:
- The order of visits may change due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions, etc.), but all visits mentioned in the itinerary will be carried out.

Your detailed itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival in Bogotá

You will be greeted at Bogotá Airport, welcome to the Andean capital. We will transfer you to your hotel. Journey time: approx. 30 minutes. Overnight stay at the hotel in an Executive Room.

Includes: Transport, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Casa Deco (or similar)

Day 2 | Walking tour of Bogotá

Let's discover the centre of Bogotá like the rolos (nickname for the inhabitants of Bogotá). This walking tour of the capital takes us to the city's most authentic and historic spots. La Candelaria, the city's historic centre, is a charming place with its colourful houses, carved wooden balconies and flower-filled patios. On the agenda: Plaça Bolivar and Plaça del Chorro with its artists and colonial houses. In the afternoon we visit the Gold Museum with the largest collection of pre-Columbian gold objects in Latin America, with more than 30,000 pieces of gold and magnificent emeralds (closed on Mondays) and the Botero Museum with a large collection by Colombia's most famous artist, as well as other masterpieces by the greatest names in Impressionism and Modernism (closed on Tuesdays). Duration: 8 hours. Overnight at the hotel in an Executive Room.

Includes: tour, entrance fee(s), bilingual guide, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Casa Deco (or similar)

Day 3 | Paloquemao fruit and vegetable market

Depart from your hotel for the Paloquemao fruit and vegetable market. As we stroll through this bustling retail market, one of the largest in the country, we will discover the heart of Colombia. It is constantly bustling with activity as most catering professionals source their supplies here. You will find all kinds of fruit and vegetables here, from the most familiar to the most unusual. Return to your hotel at the end of the visit. Market visit: 1 hour 20 minutes
Transport: 40 minutes.

Private transfer to Bogotá airport. Travel time: approx. 30min. Domestic flight to Pereira. Maximum baggage weight is 23kg, any excess will incur an additional cost to be paid directly at the airport.

Private transfer from Pereira airport to Salento. Journey time: approx. 1 hour.

Overnight at the hotel in a Standard Room.

Includes: excursion, transport, tasting, bilingual Guide, domestic flight, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Salento Plaza (or similar)

Day 4 | Tour of Valle del Cocora and the Niebla bosques and visit to a traditional coffee finca

Early morning departure from Salento in a Willys jeep for the Cocora Valley. Following in our guide's footsteps on a hike, we discover an extraordinary valley where wax palms, the national tree, lend a surreal dimension to the landscape. We then discover the Bosques de Niebla, a very special ecosystem where we can observe some of the most characteristic birds of the region. Return to Salento for lunch.

Distance covered (approx.) 9 km. - Altitude 2150 - 2900 m. - Humidity 75% - Willys jeep: 1 hour - Walk: 4 hours.

After lunch, departure for a short visit to a traditional coffee finca near Salento. You'll walk down to the coffee farm and enjoy the Andean landscapes of the coffee region. You'll learn all about the artisan coffee production process, from harvesting the beans to the final product. You will be offered a cup of coffee and have the opportunity to buy a few bags of coffee for yourself and/or your loved ones. Return to Salento by jeep.

Guided tour: 45min - Walk: 1h - Car: 15min.

Overnight in the hotel in a Standard Room.

Included: excursion, local guide, lunch, admissions, transport, bilingual guide, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Salento Plaza (or similar)

Day 5 | Salento

Free day.

Overnight at the hotel in a Standard Room.

Includes: room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Salento Plaza (or similar)

Day 6 | Visit to the gardens of Finca Romelia

Private transport will take you from Salento to your hotel Finca La Romelia. Journey time: approx. 1 hour 50 minutes. This morning, visit the gardens of Finca Romelia. José, the owner, is a world-renowned orchid collector. The house and greenhouses in his garden are home to more than 800 different varieties of every size and colour. José accompanies us on this walk and is happy to teach us a little more about his magnificent plants.

Guided tour: 3h. A car will take you from the Finca Romelia to Jerico. Journey time approx. 2h45.

Overnight at hotel in a Señor Suite room.

Includes: transport, excursion, lunch, bilingual guide, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 2-star El Despertar Hotel Boutique (or similar)

Day 7 | Cultural and historical visit to Jerico

Jericó is a typical village in Antioquia, the department of Medellín, known for its distinctive architectural style, with its colorful finca-style houses, its rich heritage, its architecture, its history and its strong popular "paisa" (Antioqueña) culture. This village, still far from the tourist crowds, offers a wide range of options for enjoying the authenticity of the region, its landscapes and its people. Immersed in a typical Antioquia village, we discover its remarkably well-preserved architecture, and in particular the religious aspect of Jericó, starting with the Cathedral of Our Lady of Las Mercedes; we meet the key figures in its history with the house-museum of "Saint Laura Montoya". We'll then be guided along the paths of the botanical garden, before finishing with a breathtaking view, from the "Morro El Salvador ", of the village on one side and the surrounding green landscape on the other. Jericó is the only place where you can meet the craftsmen who still make the famous "Carriel", the leather bags that the paisas never parted with. On this tour, you'll also experience the tradition and exclusivity of leatherwork at the heart of its crafts, an authentic experience.

Duration: 3 hrs. Tour does not include visits to museums, churches or chapels.

A car will take you from Jerico to Medellín. Journey time: approx. 3h30.

Overnight in a hotel in a Standard Room.

Includes: excursion, local guide, transport, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star La Campana (or similar)

Day 8 | Comuna 13: history and transformation

25 years ago, this city was one of the most dangerous in the world. Today, the city of "Eternal Spring" is one of the world's most innovative metropolises. Learn more about this spectacular transformation by discovering the Comuna 13 district and its street art! This emblematic site is now a large-scale open-air project for redevelopment and reconversion. Programs initiated by the residents of this popular district are each more innovative than the last. Let's also admire the graffiti of Comuna 13, which gives us a glimpse of daily life in this area rich in history, and makes us understand the importance of urban art for social communication and identity. Duration: 4 hours.

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel in a Standard Room.

Includes: transport, excursion, bilingual guide, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star La Campana (or similar)

Day 9 | La Piedra de El Peñol

Today, we visit the outskirts of Medellín: the famous Stone of El Peñol, where, from the top of its steps, we discover an extraordinary landscape of lagoons, and the village of Guatapé, classified as a natural and environmental heritage site.

Return to Medellin Airport in the late afternoon to fly towards our next destination

Transfer: 3h round trip - Day trip.

Domestic flight to Cartagena. The maximum weight allowance is 23kg per luggage item; any excess will incur an additional cost to be paid directly at the airport.

You will be greeted at Cartagena airport and transferred to your hotel in the centre of this famous colonial city.
Journey time: approx. 20 min.

Overnight stay in a Classic Room at the hotel.

Includes: excursion, bilingual guide, lunch, boat, domestic flight, transport, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Casa Pizarro (or similar)

Day 10 | Historical walking tour of Cartagena

Retrace some of the most famous pirates' steps on the way to the so-called "Pearl of the Caribbean", a city with an exotic, mixed heritage whose cultural richness is sure to wow you. This excursion through the streets of the beautiful city of Cartagena takes us back to colonial times, with its colourful houses and lively parks. It's a chance to step back in time and relive some of the highlights of this city's history, the second Spanish stronghold on the South American continent. Cartagena was repeatedly attacked by pirates, the most famous of whom was Captain Francis Drake! We will discover the beauty of its monuments, squares, churches and walls, witnesses to bygone times.

Duration: 4 hours.

Overnight at the hotel in a Classic Room.

Includes: tour, bilingual guide, room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Casa Pizarro (or similar)

Day 11 | Cartagena

Day at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel in a Classic Room.

Includes: room with breakfast.

Hotel: 3-star Casa Pizarro (or similar)

Day 12 | End of your stay

Your holiday is drawing to a close...

Transfer from your hotel to Cartagena Airport. Duration: approx. 20 min.

Your accommodation

During your stay, you will be accommodated in the following establishments:

• Bogotá: 2 nights at the 3-star Casa Deco (or similar)
• Salento: 3 nights at the 3-star Salento Plaza (or similar)
• Jerico: 1 night at the 2-star El Despertar Hotel Boutique (or similar)
• Medellin: 2 nights at the 3-star La Campana (or similar)
• Cartagena: 3 nights at the 3-star Casa Pizarro (or similar)

Your board

During your tour, you'll enjoy breakfast on days 2 to 3, days 5, 7, 8, 10, 11 and 12; and half board (breakfast and lunch) on days 4, 6 and 9.

Good to know

• Although participants may be required to join a group of up to 12 people during excursions, please note that this trip is designed according to the principle of FIT (Free Independent Travel), emphasising an individual and personalised experience.
• Also note that the order of visits may be changed due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions, etc.), but all visits mentioned in the itinerary will be carried out.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.

Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

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