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83 Cartagena trips. Tours from 36 tour companies. 166 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.

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Grand South America
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Grand South America

By Indus Travels
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bogota, Buenos Aires, Cartagena, Cusco, Lima, Puno, Rio de Janeiro, Sacred Valley

Highlights

  • Discover colorful, vibrant coastal city of Cartagena
  • Get an experiential immersion in the world of Colombian Coffee
  • Explore the Sacred Valley and magnificent Cusco
  • See the world-famous Inca ruins at Machu Picchu
  • Visit the unique man made Uros islands on Lake Titicaca
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What travelers are saying

"BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep."

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Best of Colombia & The Coffee Triangle
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Best of Colombia & The Coffee Triangle

By Indus Travels
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena

Highlights

  • Visit Bogotá, the Colombian capital city
  • Enjoy spectacular views at the top of the Monserrate Hill
  • Get an experiential immersion in the world of Colombian Coffee
  • Explore Cartagena's old town, considered a historic gem
  • Discover colorful, vibrant coastal city of Cartagena

What travelers are saying

"BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep."

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Charming Peru & Colombia
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Charming Peru & Colombia

By Indus Travels
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena, Cusco, Lima, Sacred Valley

Highlights

  • See the world-famous Inca ruins at Machu Picchu
  • Admire the colonial architecture of the capital city, Lima
  • Soak up the colonial charm of the Sacred Valley and Cusco
  • Enjoy spectacular views at the top of the Monserrate Hill
  • Get an experiential immersion in the world of Colombian Coffee
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What travelers are saying

"BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep."

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Colombia's Colonial Jewels & the Coffee Triangle
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Colombia's Colonial Jewels & the Coffee Triangle

By Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T. Tours)
none
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin

Highlights

  • Explore Bogotá
  • Discover Medellin
  • Visit the Antioquia Museum at the Plaza de Botero in Medellín
  • Visit the Cocora Valley
  • Visit the massive cathedral on Plaza Bolívar

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"This letter is effectively what was communicated no less than 8 times in writing and conversation to OAT representatives up the chain, beginning 19 days before the trip. OAT was IMMOVABLE on allowing us to find an alternative travel companion and it was 100% due to rigid policy, not real barriers. We never expected a refund and wouldn't have blamed them if we could not fill my spot. They refused to even give us the opportunity. Appalling and sadly representative of their customer service. Congratulations, you lost two customers and one long time referral source. I only think it is fair that folks know the nature of the company at this point. An absolute shame. As a dedicated Edmund Hillary member of OAT with a history of introducing countless friends to your service including 4 who booked trips, I am writing to express my deep concern over the handling of our Galapagos trip booking in light of a recent medical emergency. This situation not only highlights significant gaps in customer communication and care but also underscores the need for immediate, effective action. Timeline of Events and Communication Issues: Initial Contact on 11/22: We contacted OAT 19 days before the trip, scheduled for 12/11, as soon as it became clear that extended surgical complications would prevent my travel. Policy of No Refunds or Changes Under 30 Days: We were informed that the trip is non-refundable under 30 days, which is understood. However, OAT also refused to allow a replacement traveler, posing zero risk to the company. Both of us called, met with the same response. Response from Exceptions Department on 11/22: The no-change policy was reiterated by the Exceptions Department on the same day. Written Escalation on 11/22: Both parties sent written letters to escalate the matter. Delayed Response Until 11/29: We did not receive any response until 11/29, with OAT mentioning the inability to make changes 12 days before the trip. Policy vs. Practical Reasons: The response seemed more policy-based than practical. We offered to cover the cost for a replacement traveler for the internal Galapagos flight, which was declined. The rep always returned to the policy prohibiting it. She further added we do not sell trips within 30 days. Upon looking the next day, I found no less than 7 different itineraries with no less than 13 different trips that I could have booked within 30 days. Further Escalation Request and Conversation on 11/30: A further request for escalation resulted in a 23-minute conversation on 11/30 without any change. Given these circumstances, I propose the following practical solution: Future Travel Credit in Exchange for Re-Selling My Space: If finding a substitute traveler is unfeasible, I suggest OAT resell my space to another interested party, crediting me for a future trip. This solution aligns with my preference and ongoing loyalty to OAT. The lack of a constructive response and rigid adherence to policy without considering exceptional circumstances is alarming. It not only affects this immediate trip but also impacts my ability to continue advocating for OAT in good conscience. An amicable and prompt resolution to this issue would speak volumes about OAT's commitment to customer satisfaction and flexibility. Unless there is a prompt and constructive resolution to this matter, we will be forced to escalate our concerns further. This includes reaching out to higher management within OAT, engaging with consumer protection agencies, sharing our experience through travel forums, and social media for breach of service. Our preference is to resolve this amicably, yet the current trajectory leaves us little choice but to pursue these avenues. I implore you to seriously consider these options and respond in a manner that reflects OAT's values of empathy and customer support. Your immediate attention to this matter is not only appreciated but necessary for a resolution that respects both parties' interests. Thank you for your understanding and prompt attention to this critical issue."

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Grand South America
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Grand South America

By Indus Travels
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bogota, Buenos Aires, Cartagena, Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puno, Sacred Valley

Highlights

  • Discover colorful, vibrant coastal city of Cartagena
  • Get an experiential immersion in the world of Colombian Coffee
  • Enjoy spectacular views at the top of the Monserrate Hill
  • Explore the Sacred Valley and magnificent Cusco
  • See the world-famous Inca ruins at Machu Picchu
Show more

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep."

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Colombia World Heritage Discovery
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Colombia World Heritage Discovery

By Bestway Tours & Safaris
none
4.8/5 Excellent
25 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena

Highlights

  • See the International Centre, the world famous Gold Museum (closed on Mondays), the Botero Museum and Bolivar Square.
  • Explore Isnos with its “Alto de las Piedras”, the second most important archaeological park in this area.
  • Visit the Botanical Garden of Quindio with its huge butterfly house.
  • Enjoy a short walking tour of Popayan to soak in the local atmosphere before head out to Silvia

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I took the most amazing tour across Portugal and Spain through Bestway Tours last year. It was a 10 day tour visiting historic cities across the countries and was blown away by level of service and convenience the team provided. I've learned so much through the knowledgeable tour guides and enjoyed lots of delicious local food. I cannot wait to take another Bestway Tour in the future!"

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Best of Colombia
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Best of Colombia

By Geckos Adventures
none
4.9/5 Excellent
25 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cartagena, Medellin

Highlights

  • First thing you gotta know about bogota: how to pronounce it (emphasise the ‘ta’, not the ‘go’. bogo-tahh. now you’re talking). second thing: head to the paloquemao market
  • La cocora-cha, la cocora-cha… hike through the awesome cocora valley to check out colourful hummingbirds and the world's tallest palm trees
  • Get behind the scenes of the beans during a stay on a traditional coffee estancia located deep in colombia's coffee country
  • Pablo escobar and his crew no longer be meddlin’ with medellin. now this town is where it’s at. hit the salsa clubs and ride the cable car up to flower-filled santa elena
  • Cartagena is one of latin america’s most romantic cities. a fine place to finish up. beach, anyone?

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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Jewels of Colombia with Peru and Machu Picchu
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Jewels of Colombia with Peru and Machu Picchu

By Globus
none
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

Bogota, Cartagena, Cocora Valley, Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Salento

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"This tour has amazing sites, good hotels in great locations, great pace BUT the tour director that was assigned to be with our small group added nothing to the experience. He did not give us any info, tell us about what we were seeing, give us any info at all. The only time he talked was to tell us when the next bathroom break would be. Apparently this is common for Globus to use retirees starting another chapter. Our guide was 76 and had no energy. Travel with Gate 1 or Intreped.... guides can make or break a tour."

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4.6/5  Excellent
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Joanne

Sep 2015

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The trip was extremely well organised, well

The trip was extremely well organised, well paced and varied. I felt that it was great value for money and gave me a great introduction to Colombia and its culture ...

Tour:  Cafe Colombia

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Alice

Sep 2015

Written on

Our tour leader Ana was excellent in

Our tour leader Ana was excellent in every way and Colombia is a great country to spend time in

Tour:  Cafe Colombia

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Katherine

Sep 2015

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The trip bettered my expectations. The accommodation

The trip bettered my expectations. The accommodation...

Tour:  Cafe Colombia

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Sophia

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

An amazing experience that I would recommend but really think some changes should be made to the itinerary to make best use of the time

An amazing experience that I would recommend but really think some changes should be made to the itinerary to make best use of the time. People place a lot of emphas...

Tour:  Classic Colombia

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Angela

Nov 2016

Provided byG Adventures

Colombia is so much more diverse than i ever realized both in scenery & people

Colombia is so much more diverse than i ever realized both in scenery & people. This tour gave us a great snapshot of some of the country's highlights & made...

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