Colombia and the Caribbean

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Colombia and the Caribbean

 

DURATION: 10 days

YOU VISIT: BOGOTÁ, CARTAGENA, SANTA MARTA.

USD $938.99 VAT

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ITINERARY

DAY 1: BOGOTA

Arrival in the city of Bogota, the multicultural capital of Colombia. One of our representatives will be waiting for you to take you to the vehicle that will drive you from the "El Dorado" International Airport to the hotel of your choice. Check in at the hotel. Lodging.

DAY 2: BOGOTÁ : VISIT TO THE CITY AND MONSERRATE

Breakfast. Today you will visit the historic center of Bogota, accompanied by one of our representatives, who will pick you up at the hotel lobby. This pedestrian tour starts at the Plaza de Bolivar, we will visit the surrounding streets and you will appreciate buildings such as the National Capitol, center of Congress and architectural jewel of Bogota, the Casa de los Comuneros, Santa Clara Church Museum, the Casa de Nariño, seat of the Presidency and where Antonio Nariño, precursor of the Colombian Independence, was born. We will enter the Gold Museum, whose architecture refers to the indigenous cosmology and has about 34,000 pieces of gold and silver work from various pre-Hispanic cultures. Afterwards, we will walk in the footsteps of the Liberator Simón Bolívar, visiting the Casa Museo Quinta de Bolívar. Now, we prepare to be 3,152 meters closer to the stars and visit the majestic Cerro de Monserrate, silent watchtower of the city of Bogota. The sanctuary where the image of the Fallen Lord of Monserrate is venerated is located. Descent and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Lodging.

DAY 3: BOGOTA

Breakfast. Free day to enjoy the magical realism of the city or do some of the optional activities suggested in this program. Lodging.

DAY 4: BOGOTÁ - CARTAGENA

Breakfast. At the indicated time transfer to the airport in Bogota. Arrival in Cartagena city also known as the "corralito de piedra", reception and transfer from the Rafael Núñez Airport in Cartagena to the chosen hotel. Check-in. Lodging.

DAY 5: CARTAGENA (CITY TOUR WITH SAN FELIPE CASTLE)

Breakfast. Cartagena de Indias is one of the most touristic destinations in our country. Here you will find all the joy, flavor and color of our Caribbean region. At the agreed time, we will pick you up at your hotel to accompany you on this wonderful tour of the city. We will pass through the modern Bocagrande, with its beaches and shopping areas, continue to the neighborhood of Manga, where the contrast between the republican architecture and modern buildings will amaze you. We will arrive at one of the jewels of the city: the Castle or fort of San Felipe de Barajas, built by the Spanish, to defend against pirates and later, the English, in the seventeenth century. We will continue with a brief walk through the historic center of this beautiful city. This tour will end with a visit to the Emerald Museum. Return to the hotel, rest of the day at leisure - Accommodation.

DAY 6: CARTAGENA

Breakfast. Free day to enjoy the magical realism of the city or do some of the optional activities suggested in this program. Lodging.

DAY 7: CARTAGENA - SANTA MARTA

Breakfast. At the indicated time in the morning transfer by road to the city of Santa Marta in private service with air conditioning and all the established biosecurity protocols. Arrival, rest of the day at leisure. Lodging.

DAY 8: SANTA MARTA (CITY TOUR)

Breakfast. Departure from the hotel to start a visit to the oldest city in South America. This beautiful city is surrounded by mountains and the Caribbean Sea, with a warm and cool climate, thanks to the breeze blowing from the Sierra Nevada. You will enter the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, the last resting place of the liberator Simón Bolívar. You will continue on the route to visit the monument to Pibe Valderrama, a renowned Colombian soccer player. Leaving the city, you can climb the mountainous area, until you reach the Taganga viewpoint, a fishing village and a place where you will be surprised by the sunset with its orange, red and purple tones. Before returning to the hotel, we will take a pedestrian tour through the main streets of the historic center, characterized by its narrow alleys and colonial style houses. Lodging.

DAY 9: SANTA MARTA

Breakfast. Free day to rest and learn more about the city or do some optional activity. Lodging.

DAY 10: SANTA MARTA - CITY OF ORIGIN.

Breakfast. Last day of the trip before returning home, make sure to take the best souvenirs with you. At the indicated time transfer from the hotel to the Santa Marta airport to take your flight to your city of origin.

INCLUDES

  • AIRPORT - HOTEL - AIRPORT TRANSFER
  • 03 NIGHTS LODGING IN BOGOTÁ, 03 NIGHTS IN CARTAGENA AND 03 NIGHTS IN SANTA MARTA.
  • DAILY BREAKFASTS
  • HALF DAY TOUR IN THE CITY OF BOGOTA WITH MONSERRATE
  • CITY TOUR WITH THE CASTLE OF SAN FELIPE IN CARTAGENA
  • CITY TOUR IN SANTA MARTINA

 

NOT INCLUDED

  • PERSONAL EXPENSES
  • TIPS FOR GUIDE AND TRANSFER DRIVER
  • NO SERVICE NOT SPECIFIED
  • TRAVELER'S INSURANCE
  • TAXES
  • AIRLINE TICKETS

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: GENERAL CONDITIONS

  • Acceptance of this itinerary implies full compliance with the circuit.
  • The order of the itinerary may be changed without altering its content.
  • Departures may be subject to variations and/or modifications depending on occupancy.
  • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date of the trip.
  • There are no refunds or cancellations, change in name penalty USD $250 + VAT and this change can only be made prior to the issuance of the airline ticket. Once the ticket is issued it is non-refundable, non-cancellable, non-endorsable and non-exchangeable. Please consult directly with your Travel Consultant prior to the settlement of your package.
  • Globetrotter Excursions is not responsible if the passenger is unable to travel on the stipulated dates.
  • Optional excursions are paid directly upon arrival at the destination. *Prices subject to change without prior notice. Once the total amount of the program has been paid, the following conditions apply:
    • Cancellation 30 days prior to departure: 25% of the land portion cost
    • Cancellation 21 days prior to departure: 50% of the land portion cost
    • Cancellation 10 days prior to departure: 75% of the cost of the land portion of the trip.
    • Cancellation less than 10 days prior to departure: Land portion is non-refundable.

Terms and conditions.