9 days tour

Jewels Of Colombia

$ 4,060 .00 USD

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Jewels Of Colombia

This tour includes:

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VIP access to the worldโ€™s most iconic sites

Guide

Friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides

Transport

Seamless transportation between destinations

Accommodation

Hand-selected hotels

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ€“ like airlines โ€“ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ€“ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ€“ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโ€”including our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโ€”enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โ€œtouch pointsโ€ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโ€”from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Meals

8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

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Insurance

Insurance is not inlcuded

Flights

Flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

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Itinerary of your trip Jewels Of Colombia

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Bogotรก, Colombia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Bogotรก, Colombia

      Welcome to Bogotรก!

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  • Day 2 Day 2: Bogota
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Bogota

      The Green Metropolis Bogotรก is located in the center of Colombia at an altitude of 2,640m (8,660ft.) above sea level. The vibrant capital is surrounded by the Andes Mountains and blends a rich history, colonial beauty, colorful street art, beautiful architecture, and exquisite gastronomy. Your city tour includes the famous Paloquemao food market where youโ€™ll appreciate the beautiful and aromatic flower market. Enter the marketplace and browse the rows and stalls filled with fruits, vegetables, herbs, fish, seafood, and meats for a tasting of local fare. Take the cable car up Monserrate Hill for spectacular views, visit the Gold Museum, and more. This evening, celebrate your Bogotรก adventure with dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      TASTES & TRADITIONS Taste different fruits, fruit juice, or typical salty snacks like tamal, lechona, and pan de bono con avena. Stroll to discover traditional kitchenware like wooden spoons, molinillos (a wooden grinder), pataconera (a hand-operated machine to toast plantains), and totumo (a container made with the jรญcaro fruitโ€™s shell).

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURAL TREASURES After a short drive to Monserrate Hill, take the cable car up to top, at an altitude of 3,048m (10,000ft.). Spend time here, visiting the iconic church and appreciating the unparalleled views over Colombiaโ€™s capital. Continue to โ€œLa Candelariaโ€, a historical enclave in downtown Bogotรก. Walk along the cobblestone streets and enjoy the districtโ€™s blend of beautiful buildings, Spanish colonial architecture, and baroque churches that contrast with modern graffiti, cafรฉs, and contemporary museums. In โ€œPlaza Bolรญvarโ€, the main square, see the Cathedral and the Liรฉvano Palace. Visit the popular Gold Museum that contains over 34,000 gold pieces and countless bone, stone, ceramic, and textile artifacts that belonged to some 13 Pre-Hispanic societies.


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  • Day 3 Day 3: Bogotรกโ€“Pereira (Coffee Triangle Area)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Bogotรกโ€“Pereira (Coffee Triangle Area)

      Colombiaโ€™s Coffee Triangle PEREIRA Fly to Pereira in the heart of the Coffee Triangle of Colombia, the third-largest producer of coffee in the world. It is a territory with a special natural charm, impressive green landscapes and a model of agricultural exploitation that coexists and takes care of the environment, which has led it to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011 as "Coffee Cultural Landscape." Upon arrival, travel to the small town Calarcรก and travel by Jeep to a coffee hacienda. Then, travel to your hotel for a free evening. (B,L)

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      CULTURAL GEMS The coffee axis is a region of central Colombia that occupies three distinct departments, which are respectively represented by the capital cities of Manizales, Pereira, and Armenia. These three departments make up the "Coffee Triangle" that runs along a line from north to south following the central mountain range and the snow-capped peaks of the Nevados Natural Park, on the eastern flank of the three. Colombia is concentrated in the fertile valleys of this region, for what is called the "coffee zone." Explore these generous and prosperous valleys rich with endless coffee plantations and vibrantly hued wooden houses with balconies of wood and flowers, which make it a very picturesque landscape. Join the hacienda owners for lunch. Be invited to try the typical food of the region while learning about their lifestyle before strolling through the coffee plantations. Learn everything there is to know about coffee: the seed planting, bean picking, roasting, and coffee tasting. Stroll the plantations with the local experts to discover the production process secrets and learn about the fine art of coffee tasting.


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  • Day 4 Day 4: Pereira (Coffee Triangle Area). Excursion To Cocora Valley, Salentoโ€“Filandia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Pereira (Coffee Triangle Area). Excursion To Cocora Valley, Salentoโ€“Filandia

      Palms & Parrots Drive through the region of Quindรญo to Cocora Valley with your Local Guide, where you will find Colombiaโ€™s national tree, the Palma de Cera (wax palm)โ€”the highest palm trees in the world. Continue to Salento, the regionโ€™s oldest village. Stroll the small shops amid vibrant balconies before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. Later, discover Filandiaโ€™s quaint streets and richly hued architecture, in the town known for handicrafts, innovative gastronomy, and stunning lush views. (B,L)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      NATURAL WONDERS Walk along the ecological trail and see the worldโ€™s highest palm tree: the Palma de Cera. Colombiaโ€™s national tree can reach up to 60m (200ft.) and is characterized by its long, cylindrical trunk covered in wax. Keep an eye out for rare parrots who call the palm groves home.


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  • Day 5 Day 5: Pereira (Coffee Triangle Area)โ€“Medellรญn
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Pereira (Coffee Triangle Area)โ€“Medellรญn

      City Of Everlasting Spring Fly to Medellรญn, the second-largest and most progressive city in Colombia. Cradled in the Aburra Valley, Medellรญn is one of the most beautiful in South America and is dubbed the โ€œCity of Everlasting Springโ€ due to its mild, year-round climate. The afternoon is free for optional excursions or free time to explore this vibrant city before dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      FASHION, HISTORY & ART Medellรญn is also known as โ€˜The City of Eternal Springโ€™ for its pleasant climate and moderate temperatures. Take a cable car up and appreciate the stunning views of the lush valley surrounded by beautiful peaks. Medellรญn has had a remarkable turnaround and is one of the countryโ€™s most important cities for business, politics, fashion, and nightlife. Explore the historical center, appreciate the vibrant graffiti and art by Fernando Botero, try local street food, or head to the cityโ€™s outskirts and immerse in nature.

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE in Medellรญn by visiting one of the many shops or galleries, visit the Museo Casa de la Memoria, or chat with a friendly paisa, or local. Get local maps and more tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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  • Day 6 Day 6: Medellin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Medellin

      Sizeable Sculptures & Street Art Explore Medellรญn and get an insight into the cityโ€™s history. Start your tour at the top of Nutibara Hill. Pueblito Paisa is a quaint village with a fountain, cobblestone streets, a church, and small shops. From here, enjoy the spectacular 360ยบ views over the city. Then, continue your tour to the old quarter and visit the famous Botero Squareโ€”home to the voluptuous sculptures by famed artist Fernando Botero. Browse the exhibitions of the Antioquia Museum in Botero Plaza, then take the cable car up to San Javier and take the electric stairways to the graffiti-rich Comuna 13 district. (B,L)

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      TRANSFORMATIVE ART A must-see sight in Medellรญn is the legendary Cumuna 13 district. Once considered the most dangerous city in the worldโ€”besieged by violent drug cartels, Medellรญn is now a mecca for street artists whose graffiti helped changed the atmosphere through positive social reform after clashes between the government and the cartels. Join a social leader in Cumuna 13 to peruse the passionate murals and hear the history of how this vibrant enclave in Medellรญn was transformed into a positive culture of graffiti, hip hop, and a popular tourist destination.

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      ART & ARTISTRY Stroll Botero Square, named for the famed sculptures of Fernando Botero. Here, gaze upon the larger-than-life sculptures recognized for their oversized depictions of lovably rotund figures of people and animals for which the celebrated Colombian artist is known.


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  • Day 7 Day 7: Medellรญn โ€“Cartagena
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Medellรญn โ€“Cartagena

      Caribbean Vibes Fly to Cartagena on the Caribbean coast. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in well-preserved colonial architecture. Upon arrival, your private guided tour includes a visit to the Monastery of La Popa. Built on a hillside at the beginning of the 17th century, it features panoramic views of the city, its beaches, and the bay. Next, tour San Felipe Fort, built to protect the city from pirates as well as the British and French. Later, head into the walled colonial city and see the brightly hued streets and plazas of Old Cartagena. End the day with a tour of the San Pedro Claver Convent, housing impressive Pre-Columbian artifacts. (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURE & TRADITION Visit the convent of San Pedro Claver, originally founded by the Jesuits in the 17th century, and admire its 3-story building made of stone faรงade, stained-glass windows, and marble details. Inside, browse the many amazing artifacts of religious art, pre-Colombian ceramics, and Afro-Caribbean paintings and masks.


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  • Day 8 Day 8: Cartagena
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Cartagena

      A free day in Cartagena Full day at leisure to explore the town on your own, take an optional adventure, or visit the beach and enjoy the sun and the waves. Farewell dinner hosted by the Tour Director. (B,D)

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE in Cartagena with an optional visit to Islas del Rosario, a rum tasting and salsa dancing class, or join an evening bay tour with wine and 4-course dinner. This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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  • Day 9 Day 9: Cartagena
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Cartagena

      Safe Travels Until We Meet Again!
      Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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