Tailoe-made Colombia highlights tour

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Starting from:

2917 USD

per Adult

This thoughtfully curated journey is one of our most immersive Colombia trips, designed to reveal the country’s cultural heart through art, food, and local life. From time spent with contemporary artists to guided walks through lesser-known neighborhoods, this itinerary goes beyond the highlights to offer genuine, place-based encounters.

Travel on dates that suit you, personalize select experiences, and explore alongside local guides who bring each destination to life. Book a consultation to tailor this trip, unlock special access, and experience Colombia through a carefully crafted, meaningful journey.

Colombia tour highlights

  • Cartagena’s walled city: Wander colorful streets with a private local guide, discovering colonial charm, rooftop sunsets, and tailor-made cultural experiences.
  • Coffee Triangle immersion: Stay on a family-run finca, taste single-origin brews, and craft a bespoke coffee day with hands-on harvesting and barista lessons.
  • Medellín transformation and culture: Explore vibrant neighborhoods with passionate local guides.
  • Bogotá history and culinary delights: Go on private tours of Museo del Oro, historic La Candelaria, and bespoke food walks pairing street eats with chef-led tastings.
  • Tayrona and Caribbean Coast retreat: Enjoy custom beach days, guided jungle hikes, and conscious eco-lodges for restorative downtime.
DayLocationActivityOvernight
1Bogotá

• Arrival at El Dorado International Airport

• Private transfer to the hotel

• Arrival assistance by the local team

• Luggage handling and check-in support

• Local orientation and personalized recommendations

Bogotá
2Bogotá

• Paloquemao Market visit

• La Candelaria and Plaza de Bolívar walking tour

• Gold Museum visit

• Botero Museum visit

Bogotá
3Bogotá / Medellín

• Private transfer to El Dorado Airport

• Flight to Medellín

• Private transfer to the hotel

• Guided Medellín city tour

Medellín
4Medellín• Comuna 13 graffiti and street art experience with local artistsMedellín
5Medellín / Guatapé / Medellín

• Drive through the Eastern Highlands of Antioquia

• Peñol Boulder climb

• Guatapé village visit

• Boat ride on the reservoir

Medellín
6Medellín / Cartagena

• Private transfer to José María Córdova Airport

• Flight to Cartagena

• Convento de la Popa visit

• Castillo de San Felipe

• Las Bóvedas

• San Pedro de Claver Church and Convent

Cartagena
7Cartagena / La Boquilla / Cartagena

• Private transfer to La Boquilla

• Mangrove canoe ride in Ciénaga de la Virgen

• Drum workshop with local musicians

Cartagena
8Cartagena

• Private transfer to Cartagena Airport

• Departure assistance

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Day01

Arrival in Bogota

Upon arrival at El Dorado International Airport, enjoy a private transfer to your Bogotá hotel with arrival assistance from our local team. We take care of your luggage, assist with check-in, and share personalized recommendations to help you settle in comfortably.

Your Colombia travel begins with a warm welcome, a short orientation, and optional suggestions for light city activities, ensuring your tailor-made adventure starts the moment you arrive.

The Artisan DC Hotel Lobby
Day02

City tour and local market

Begin your day at Paloquemao Market, where you sample exotic fruits, vibrant flowers, and local street snacks for a rich sensory introduction to Bogotá. Continue through La Candelaria and Plaza de Bolívar, taking in the city’s most iconic colonial landmarks.

Visit the Gold Museum to explore one of the world’s most extensive pre-Columbian collections, then conclude at the Botero Museum, home to Fernando Botero’s celebrated sculptures and his remarkable donated art collection.

Zipaquira
Day03

Transfer to Medellín and city tour

Enjoy a seamless private transfer from your hotel to El Dorado Airport in a comfortable vehicle, with a local driver assisting with luggage and check-in support. Relax during the journey and take in your final views of the city as you prepare for the next chapter of your trip.

Upon arrival at José María Córdova Airport, a private transfer brings you to your hotel in Medellín, one of the best places to visit in Colombia. Begin discovering the city’s remarkable transformation on a guided tour that explores its history, innovative public spaces, and inspiring community initiatives.

medellin teleferico
Day04

Graffiti experience

Explore Medellín’s Comuna 13 alongside local artists who reveal the stories behind its vibrant street art.

Learn how the neighborhood’s history and daily life are reflected in murals and graffiti, and discover how this powerful form of expression became a tool for social communication, resilience, and community identity.

medellin grafiti
Day05

Guatapé and Peñol

Travel by private service from Medellín through the Eastern Highlands of Antioquia to the iconic Peñol Boulder. Ascend its 740 steps to take in sweeping views of rolling green mountains and the Guatapé reservoir below.

Continue to the colorful town of Guatapé, where you explore its vividly painted facades and historic church, enjoy a relaxed lakeside lunch, take a gentle boat ride across the water, and stroll along the waterfront streets for an authentic, tailor-made travel experience.

Guatape
Day06

Transfer to Cartagena and city tour

Enjoy a relaxed morning before a private transfer from your hotel to José María Córdova Airport for your flight to Cartagena, the final highlight of your Colombia itinerary.

Upon arrival, begin exploring Cartagena’s most iconic sights, starting with panoramic views from the Convento de la Popa. Continue to the imposing Castillo de San Felipe, where you walk through its echoing tunnels, then browse crafts and souvenirs at Las Bóvedas.

Conclude with a visit to the baroque Iglesia y Convento de San Pedro de Claver, exploring its museum and tranquil cloister.

Cartagena Walking Tour
Day07

La Boquilla mangroves and Caribbean rhythms

A private transfer brings you to La Boquilla, an Afro-Colombian fishing village just north of the city. From there, glide in a traditional wooden canoe through the mangrove tunnels of the Ciénaga de la Virgen, set between the Caribbean Sea and the lagoon, as you spot birds, crabs, and lush coastal flora.

Back on shore, take part in a hands-on drum workshop led by young musicians from a local drum school. Learn the rhythms of Alegre, Llamador, and Tambora, along with traditional styles such as Cumbia, Bullerengue, Mapalé, and Champeta, for a meaningful cultural exchange rooted in local heritage.

la boquilla
Day08

Departure from Cartagena

Thank you for choosing Colombia’s highlights tour. A private transfer from your hotel to Cartagena Airport, accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, ensures a smooth and personalized departure.

Enjoy final insights and recommendations as you travel, bringing your tailor-made experience to a thoughtful and seamless close.

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