Colombia Holidays
From Bogota to colonial Cartagena and tropical Múcura Island
10 Night Itinerary from £3,306
Rosario Tour
Explore Bogota and Cartagena in depth and relax on the idillic tropical island of Mucura
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Tour Route
- Bogota - 3 Nights
- Cartagena - 3 Nights
- Múcura Island - 4 Nights
- Return to the UK - 0 Nights
Travel Highlights
- An easy paced journey from the Andes to the Caribbean coast
- Explore the vibrant capital Bogota with our local expert guide
- Visit the incredible underground salt cathedral at Zipaquira
- Included guided city tours in Bogota & Cartagena, with stories of colonial times, pirates and gold
- Stroll the colourful streets of Cartagena, one of the continent's most attractive cities
- Relax on Mucura Island with its beautiful beaches and laid back tropical atmosphere
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of route, duration, flights, hotels, transport and excursions.
Tour Itinerary
Bogota - 3 Nights
Day 1 - Fly to Bogota
Day 2 - Guided city tour
Day 3 - Zipaquira & Underground Salt Cathedral
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- Accommodation
Tuesday, 28 November 2023
Fly to Bogota
Depart the UK on early morning flight to Bogota, arriving in the evening. On arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your chosen hotel for 3 nights on a bed and breakfast basis. This is also the opportunity for our guide to provide you with expert local advice, explain your programme and answer any questions you may have. Bogota is a vibrant capital steeped in history, with colonial churches and squares, surrounded by the peaks of the Andes.
Wednesday, 29 November 2023
Guided city tour
Today, our guide will take you on a half-day tour of Bogota. We firstly drive through the colonial neighbourhood of La Candelaria, stopping at Plaza de Bolivar, the main square and heart of Bogota. We also visit the library of Luis Angel Arango, the Cathedral, Congress Palace, Cardinal's Palace, colonial churches of El Sagrario and San Agustin, the House of Independence, the Palace of Justice and the City Hall.
We continue to the famous Gold Museum, which houses the world greatest collection of pre-hispanic Indian gold crafts and visit the Fernando Botero Museum which contains around 120 pieces of paintings and sculptures of this famous contemporary Colombian artist.
Thursday, 30 November 2023
Zipaquira & Underground Salt Cathedral
Today enjoy a fascinating half-day tour to Zipaquira famous for its salt mine and underground salt cathedral.The cathedral was carved inside an active salt mine formed 250 million years ago, under the Halite Mountains. Here you will find 14 small chapels that represent the Stations of the Cross and Jesus Christ's crucifixion. Afterwards continue to explore the town which was founded on 1600 and still conserves its colonial heritage.
Cite Hotel Bogota
Bogota - First Boutique
Cite Hotel is situated very close to the Virrey and Calle 85 and is located in the business and entertainment centre of Bogota, overlooking Virrey Park. The rooms of Hotel Cite have wooden floors and large windows with park views. They are all equipped with air conditioning, cable TV with DVD player, minibar and safe. The hotel's gourmet French Bistro is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Room service is also available. Guests can make use of the free gym access, located within walking distance from the hotel. Chico is a great choice for travellers interested in nightlife, restaurants and gourmet food.
Cartagena - 3 Nights
Day 4 - Fly to Cartagena
Day 5 - City tour of Cartagena
Day 6 - At leisure in Cartagena
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- Accommodation
Friday, 01 December 2023
Fly to Cartagena
Today we take a domestic flight to Cartagena, transferring to our hotel located in the historical district for a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Cartagena de Indias, with its beautiful walled-city, is one of the most historically important cities in the Caribbean. Founded by the Spanish in 1533 as a port from which to export the gold found in the New World back to Spain, it came under near-constant attack from pirates and marauders, and was taken a number of times including by Sir Francis Drake. This necessitated the building of the defensive walls which still surround the colonial city, as well as a number of forts all around the bay. The largest of these, the San Felipe Fort, towers over the city and can still be visited for beautiful views over the historical skyline and the bay.
The walled city has been completely restored to its former glory, with monuments in leafy squares, cobbled streets, colourful houses with exotic flowers draped from wooden balconies. Many town houses have been converted into boutique hotels.
Saturday, 02 December 2023
City tour of Cartagena
Today enjoy a half-day guided tour of Cartagena visiting Bocagrande, a modern residential district and the Convent of La Popa, built at the beginning of the XVII century on the hill of the same name. From here a beautiful view of the city and the bay can be admired. We continue to San Felipe's Fort, built in the XVII century to protect the city. After a careful look to the construction, continue to the walled colonial city and stop at the handicraft stores of Las Bovedas. We walk along the streets admiring the old houses and beautiful balconies and visit the Convent of San Pedro Claver.
Sunday, 03 December 2023
At leisure in Cartagena
Today is free for you to explore Cartagena at your own pace. Our local guides can offer additional optional excursions, depending on your interests.
Hotel Agua
Cartagena - First Hotel
Hotel AGUA a typical colonial house dating back to the XVII century,has been completely renovated and conditioned with excellent modern facilities and personalised service that will make guests feel like a home away from home. This luxury boutique hotel has only 6 rooms each decorated differently always with luxury amenities, king size or twin beds, private bathroom and bath. The Hotel has a small pool and relaxing area on the rooftop and the communal areas are very pleasant and peaceful ideal for reading or enjoying the sounds of soulful latin american music in the background. Agua has an excellent location walking distance from many art galleries and excellent restaurants. It also has a sister Hotel Agua Baru where one can spend the day relaxing by the beach or even spend a few nights combined with your stay in Cartagena.
La Passion Hotel
Cartagena - Luxury Boutique
This luxury boutique hotel located in the old colonial part of Cartagena is more than a hotel, La Passion is a whole concept of services, where the greatest luxury is making you feel at home. French owner Thierry and his colombian wife will personally look after you during your stay making each and every guest feel unique with their personalise service. From the moment you enter La Passion is like taking you back in time, the hotel is maintains its old features of an old colonial house with a modern twist including modern art and certain artefacts the owners have collected during their travels in Africa & Asia. There is a stunning roof terrace from where you can admire the colonial city wiles having a delicious organic breakfast. There is a small outdoor pool ideal to relax and refresh yourself during the hottest times of the day. Each room is spacious and many have their own private balcony from where you can watch the world go by or even have your breakfast served wiles you enjoy the beauty of this fascinating colonial city.
Múcura Island - 4 Nights
Day 7 - Travel to Mucara Island
Day 8 - Relax on the beach
Day 9 - At leisure
Day 10 - At leisure
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Monday, 04 December 2023
Travel to Mucura Island
Today transfer to Cartagena port and take a boat to Mucura Island, located in the glorious and beautiful Islas del Rosario National Park. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 4-night stay on a full board basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Tuesday, 05 December 2023
Relax on the beach
Today enjoy the facilties of your hotel or relax on the beach.
Wednesday, 06 December 2023
At leisure
Relax on the beach or at your hotel.
Thursday, 07 December 2023
At leisure
Relax on the beach or at your hotel.
Return to the UK - 0 Nights
Day 11 - Return to the UK
Day 12 - Arrive back in the UK
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Friday, 08 December 2023
Return to the UK
Transfer to the airport and take a domestic flight to Bogota for your onward overnight international flight to the UK.
Saturday, 09 December 2023
Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK in the morning.
Price Guidelines
| Season | Low Season | High Season |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Dates | 1 Jan - 30 June, 6 Sept - 17 Dec | 1 July - 5 Sep, 18 Dec - 31 Dec |
| Room Arrangement | First | First |
| Multiple Travellers - Twin Room | £3,306 | £3,486 |
Prices are a guideline and per person. Please request a quote for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- 12 Days / 10 Nights
- International flights (1 overnight)
- Internal flights
- Accommodation as shown on the itinerary
- 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
- Transfers to and from airports
- Transport throughout the itinerary
- Excursions listed, all with expert, English-speaking guides
- Prices are per person
- Prices for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve, Easter on request
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