13 Day Heart Soul Of Colombia High End Over 50 Shared Tour

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Welcome to Colombia the heart and soul of South America! With a rich history, Bogotá is a fascinating city to explore. The sprawling city is far larger than most imagine. The perfect city to start the experience. The salt deposits from the Mountains of Zipaquirá are 200 million years old. Archaeological evidence indicates that during the Pre-Columbian era...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Old Candelaria and Gold Museum
    • Graffiti Tour - A social impact tour
    • Salt Mine town Zipaquira, Artisan town Raquira and Colonial town Villa de Leyva
    • Villa de Leyva Full Day Tour
    • Barichara to Guane Hike and Gastronomical Tour
    • Fruit Tasting, Comuna 13, and City Tour
    • Guatape Rock and Night
    • Cacao Tour
    • Private 15 Minute helicopter flight above Guatape

What's this trip about?

    Welcome to Colombia the heart and soul of South America! With a rich history, Bogotá is a fascinating city to explore. The sprawling city is far larger than most imagine. The perfect city to start the experience. The salt deposits from the Mountains of Zipaquirá are 200 million years old. Archaeological evidence indicates that during the Pre-Columbian era, it was already being used as a salt mine. Both the size of its structure and all the details that form part of it are spectacular, making it undoubtedly, the most unique underground church. The old road from Barichara to the equally charming village of Guane passes through some of the region’s most beautiful scenery. Medellín is the most modern and dynamic city in Colombia, the city of eternal spring. The surrounding areas hold many treasures including beautiful paisa pueblos (country towns).

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 8 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBogotá
End CityMedelin

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • High Adventure
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Photography

Destinations

  • South America
  • Colombia

Attractions

  • Bogota
  • Medellin

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • 9x night Superior hotels as listed or similar
    • 9x breakfast, 2x dinner
    • Welcome dinner
    • Farewell dinner
    • All airport transfers
    • All domestic flights
    • 1x Helicopter Flight over Guatape
    • Private excursions
    • Permanent English-speaking tour leader.
    • All entrance fees
    • 24 hr support group

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Bogotá, 2600 meters closer to the stars.

Depart 01:00

Arrive at any time to be collected from the airport and taken to your accommodation.

Depending on your arrival time we can provide you with another tour or with suggestions of places to see and where to go. Your driver will be waiting for yo...

Day 2: Old Candelaria & Gold Museum

Start at 08:00

You’ll be collected from your accommodation in Bogotá and taken on a guided excursion to enjoy a few hours strolling through El Museo del Oro (Gold Museum) of Bogotá. This grand 3-story museum displays a selection of pre-Columbian gold, other met...

Day 3: Monserrate

Start at 08:00

The highest peak overlooking Bogotá.

You’ll be collected from your accommodation in Bogotá and taken to Monserrate, a mountain that dominates the city center of Bogotá. It rises to 3,172 meters (10,407 ft) above sea level, almost 2,000 ft ...

Day 4: Salt Mine town Zipaquira, Artisan town Raquira & Colonial town Villa de Leyva

Start at 08:00

Explore the salt cathedral of Zipaquira, visit the artisan town Raquira and arrive in Villa de Leyva. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Bogotá and be taken directly to the salt mine of Zipaquirá, where you’ll uncover the ingenuity of the peo...

Day 5: Villa de Leyva Full Day Tour

Start at 08:00

Explore Villa de Leyva and its Surroundings Awake in this peaceful colonial city feeling like you're back in the 16th century. Following a delicious breakfast at your hotel, your guide will collect you to begin your tour of this unique location. ...

Day 6: El Socorro - discover how it all began

Start at 08:30

Departing Villa de Leyva after breakfast you'll start your journey north toward the beautiful town of Barichara. You'll be making one stop along the way at a beautiful and important town called Socorro. This is actually where the very first steps...

Day 7: Barichara to Guane Hike & Gastronomical Tour

Start at 08:30

Hiking from Barichara to Guane is one of the must-do hikes during your stay in Santander, Colombia. And the only way to make this an even more fantastic experience is to finish up with a wonderful 3-hour gastronomical tour through Barichara!

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Day 8: Free day in Barichara

Start at 12:00

Enjoy a free day in the most beautiful town of Colombia OR check the optional tours.

Day 9: Transfer to Bucaramanga airport

Depart 07:00

You’ll have an early start today and travel to Bucaramanga for an early afternoon flight to Medellin.

Depart: 12:44

Flight Bucaramanga to Medellín 12:44 Palonegro International Airport - BGA 13:40 José María Córdova International Airport

Enjoy a flight to Medellín.

Day 10: Fruit Tasting, Comuna 13, and City Tour

Start at 08:00

Explore the good, bad, and sometimes ugly side of this amazing city.  You'll start your day with a cable car ride over the hundreds of houses in Comuna 13. Many of these houses and settlements belong to many displaced people from rural areas. Due...

Day 11: Guatape Rock and Night

Start at 08:00

A wonderful location, with beautiful views, a colorful, artistic town. You'll enjoy a beautiful drive through the scenery of Antioquia toward Guatape Rock. On the way, you'll be stopping at a replica of Old Peñol's town plaza. The original town w...

Day 12: Cacao Tour

Start at 07:00

Collected from your hotel around 7 am, you’ll relax in your private transport for a drive of around 90 minutes to a Cocoa Finca close to the town of San Rafael. Once here you’ll be greeted with a wonderful breakfast of fresh fruit, eggs, Arepa (f...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,125
Price per day$394
Last Updated: 4/9/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Mikaela y Jonathan

Jan 2024

The best tour company ever! No regrets, pure happiness!

My husband and I have just returned from our 3-week honeymoon in Colombia organised by Bruce and Paula and the wider team at BnB Columbia. It was truly the best hol...

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Brian

Sep 2023

Bruce put together a trip for me on short notice that combined city tours, internal flights, a bucket list trip to see the incredible rock art of Cerro Azul, history and wildlife excursions, and a trip to the charming town of Villa de Levya.

Bruce put together a trip for me on short notice that combined city tours, internal flights, a bucket list trip to see the incredible rock art of Cerro Azul, history...

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Claudia

Sep 2023

Excellent excursion

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BnB Colombia Tours was created to share Colombia's amazing country with the world. Our founder (Bruce McLean) first fell in love with Colombia (and a girl from the Coffee Zone) back in 2009 while visiting his sister in Bogotá. Spending 3 short months traveling through this country, and with limited Spanish, he found it difficult to find English-speaking guides, and so the first thoughts of BnB Colombia Tours were born. Fast forward to the present day, and BnB Colombia Tours is now providing private and group tours in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Dutch throughout Colombia. With BnB Colombia Tours you can explore almost every destination in Colombia knowing that you’ll be in safe hands with local bilingual guides, reliable transport, and destination experts helping you through every step of your experience. From the very first moment you make contact, and begin the planning of your journey until you’re safely back home, the multi-cultural, international team will be available for every second of your Colombian journey.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights
    • Travel Insurance
    • Optional Tours
    • Optional Luxury Accommodation Upgrade
    • Meals and Services not mentioned within the plan.

Accommodation

,Day 1 - Day 4 GHL Hotel Hamilton 3 nights 4 Adults The GHL Hotel Hamilton is a classic vintage style hotel located in the Zona Rosa of Bogotá, a few steps from the Zona T, renowned for its extensive and exquisite cuisine. In one of the sectors with the highest tourist influx of the city, the epicenter of fashion, close to the best Shopping Centers: Centro Andino, El Retiro, Atlantis Plaza, as well as renowned restaurants such as Andrés DC and Hard Rock Café. Amenities WiFi everywhere Restaurant Day 1 - Day 4 * Luxury Upgrade - NH Collection Bogotá Andino Royal 3 nights 4 Adults The NH Collection Bogotá Andino Royal hotel places you in the center of the El Chicó neighborhood of Bogotá, one of the most attractive residential areas of the city. This 8-storey hotel features a clean, modern facade and an interior with a comfortable contemporary feel. It is very close to the three main shopping centers and many famous restaurants. Amenities Gym Spa Restaurant Day 4 - Day 6 Hotel y Spa Getsemani 2 nights 4 Adults Featuring a spa, a hot tub, and a restaurant, Hotel y Spa Getsemani offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and cable TV in Villa de Leyva, only 300 m from the main plaza. Decorated with tiled floors and stylish furnishing, rooms at Getsemani are fitted with work desks and telephones. Some of them have private terraces with hot tubs. Amenities Spa Turkish Bath Spa tub Day 4 - Day 6 * Luxury Upgrade - Plazuela de San Agustín 2 nights 4 Adults In the historic center of Villa de Leyva, 2 blocks from the main square and just a few steps from the commercial streets. Located, in front of the Ricaurte Park, in a quiet and peaceful area. A small, boutique hotel ideal for those looking to stay in places with history and design. Offering guests a familiar and personalized service, a stay with comfort for rest, and the experience of staying in a house with history. Amenities WiFi everywhere Restaurant Bar Day 6 - Day 9 Hicasua Boutique Hotel 3 nights 4 Adults Hicasua Hotel Boutique is a unique and fascinating place surrounded by culture and history, it opens its doors to offer you comfort and quality in our services. Hicasua Hotel Boutique seeks to provide a hotel service of excellence, with a suitable and committed human team, so that guests feel at home, enjoying the magic, warmth, attention, and comfort of the facilities to make an unforgettable experience. Amenities Seasonal Outdoor Pool Restaurant WiFi everywhere Day 6 - Day 9 * Luxury Upgrade - Casa Barichara Boutique 3 nights 4 Adults Located right in the heart of town, and high up the hill so you can get pretty views of the rest of town below. Casa Barichara Boutique feels more like a holiday home than a hotel, and in fact, you can even rent out the whole house if you’re coming with your family. There is a pretty little pool on site, and the rooms are gorgeous and very well furnished. Amenities Breakfast included WiFi everywhere Day 9 - Day 11 EcoHub Hotel Medellin 2 nights 4 Adults Bed and breakfast Located in Medellín, 1.7 km from Lleras Park and 2 km from El Poblado Park, EcoHub Hotel Medellin offers accommodation with a terrace and free private parking. It features a restaurant, free Wi-Fi in all areas and 24-hour room service and reception. There is also a concierge service, a tour desk and luggage storage. Amenities WiFi everywhere Breakfast included Family Rooms Day 9 - Day 11 * Luxury Upgrade - The Charlee Hotel 2 nights 4 Adults Bed and breakfast This charming design hotel is located in the heart of the Zona Rosa in Medellín, located in the financial sector of the town in Lleras Park. The city's historical monuments and theatres are around 20 minutes away and international restaurants and lounge bars are a matter of minutes. The imposing hotel towers 18 stories high and features distinctive architecture, excellent service, and stylish comfort. Local artists have their works displayed in the guest rooms and common areas, with the photographs, paintings, and sculptures integrating well into the original design and modern atmosphere of the hotel. It has 42 luxurious and spacious rooms as well as a bar located on the second floor and restaurants serving exquisite cuisine. Art and design are to be found in every corner of the hotel rooms which come fully equipped with furnished balconies, double or king-size beds with pillow-top mattresses, Egyptian cotton sheets and duck feather duvets, and en suite bathrooms with a shower with LED indicator, the finest French Daman amenities, veneers, and natural stone floors. Amenities Rooftop terrace Free Wireless Internet access Outdoor Swimming Pool Day 11 - Day 12 Hotel Los Recuerdos 1 night 4 Adults Bed and breakfast A modern hotel set in a wonderful location. The rooms have a minimalist style and colorful touch, providing a homely and friendly atmosphere, allowing guests to feel right at home. The rooms also feature large windows providing guests with wonderful views of the beautiful sunsets and landscapes that surround the property. Amenities Restaurant Free Wireless Internet access Outdoor Swimming Pool Day 11 - Day 12 * Luxury Upgrade - BOSKO 1 night 4 Adults A luxury boutique glamping hotel set on the shores of Lake Guatape. With accommodations immersed in a native forest with all amenities and personalized attention. Stay comfortable and disconnect from the routine in one of the air-conditioned rooms providing a lake view. You'll have access to their "Sky Pools," which during the night provide a relaxation sanctuary with high temperatures that will elevate your spirit. And in the morning, you will be able to enjoy its fresh waters that make a perfect connection with the lake. Amenities WiFi everywhere Breakfast included Seasonal Outdoor Pool Day 12 - Day 13 EcoHub Hotel Medellin 1 night 4 Adults Bed and breakfast Located in Medellín, 1.7 km from Lleras Park and 2 km from El Poblado Park, EcoHub Hotel Medellin offers accommodation with a terrace and free private parking. It features a restaurant, free Wi-Fi in all areas and 24-hour room service and reception. There is also a concierge service, a tour desk and luggage storage. Amenities WiFi everywhere Breakfast included Family Rooms Day 12 - Day 13 * Luxury Upgrade - The Charlee Hotel 1 night 4 Adults Bed and breakfast This charming design hotel is located in the heart of the Zona Rosa in Medellín, located in the financial sector of the town in Lleras Park. The city's historical monuments and theatres are around 20 minutes away and international restaurants and lounge bars are a matter of minutes. The imposing hotel towers 18 stories high and features distinctive architecture, excellent service, and stylish comfort. Local artists have their works displayed in the guest rooms and common areas, with the photographs, paintings, and sculptures integrating well into the original design and modern atmosphere of the hotel. It has 42 luxurious and spacious rooms as well as a bar located on the second floor and restaurants serving exquisite cuisine. Art and design are to be found in every corner of the hotel rooms which come fully equipped with furnished balconies, double or king-size beds with pillow-top mattresses, Egyptian cotton sheets and duck feather duvets, and en suite bathrooms with a shower with LED indicator, the finest French Daman amenities, veneers, and natural stone floors.
Cancellation policy

Cancellation, Non-Arrival (No-show), and Refund Policy:

  • All cancellations must be made in writing to info@bnbcolombia.com and will not be accepted via telephone. In case of a cancellation or change to plans already booked, we advise clients to contact us immediately for a solution, however, cancellation fees may apply.

Day Tours & Private Transfers:

  • If you wish to change or cancel your reservation for any reason 48 hours or more prior to the start of your tour or transportation you will receive a full refund, which will be provided within 7 working days.
  • If you wish to change or cancel your reservation for any reason less than 48 hours prior to the start of your tour or transportation you will lose the complete value of your tour and/or transportation.
  • “No Shows” will lose the complete value of your tour and/or transportation.

Private Package Tours:

  • All deposits are 100% non-refundable (Lifetime credit available).
  • “No Shows” will lose the complete value of the tour(s).
  • Free date changes for any reason 31 days or more prior to the start of your Private Package Tour. Except for any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation.
  • If you cancel your reservation for any reason 31 days or more prior to your scheduled Private Package Tour start date, you can be reimbursed the full cost of your Private Package Tour minus the non-refundable deposit of 25% (30% deposit if flights are included) of the Private Package Tour cost + the costs of any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation. After any non-refundable expenses are removed, the deposit shall be held as a Lifetime Credit for you!
  • If you wish to change your reservation for any reason less than 31 days prior to the start of your Private Package Tour, a 50% re-booking/cancelation fee will be assessed and required to confirm any changes + the costs of any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation.
  • If you wish to cancel your reservation for any reason less than 31 days prior to the start of your Private Package Tour, you will lose the complete value of your Private Package Tour minus the non-refundable deposit of 25% (30% deposit if flights are included) of the Private Package Tour cost + the costs of any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation.
  • After any non-refundable expenses are removed, the deposit shall be held as a Lifetime Credit for you!

Group Package Tours (Shared Package Tours):

  • All deposits are 100% non-refundable (Lifetime credit available).
  • “No Shows” will lose the complete value of the tour(s).
  • Free date changes for any reason 90 days or more prior to the start of your Group Package Tour. Except for any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation.
  • If you cancel your reservation for any reason 90 days or more prior to your scheduled Group Package Tour start date, you can be reimbursed the full cost of your Group Package Tour minus the non-refundable deposit of 30% of the Group Package Tours cost + the costs of any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation. After any non-refundable expenses are removed, the deposit shall be held as a Lifetime Credit for you!
  • If you wish to change your reservation for any reason less than 90 days prior to the start of your Group Package Tour, a 50% re-booking/cancelation fee will be assessed and required to confirm any changes + the costs of any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation.
  • If you wish to cancel your reservation for any reason less than 90 days prior to the start of your Group Package Tour, you will lose the complete value of your Group Package Tour minus the non-refundable deposit of 30% of the Group Package Tour cost + the costs of any non-refundable expenses incurred by BnB Colombia Tours, such as flights and accommodation.
  • After any non-refundable expenses are removed, the deposit shall be held as a Lifetime Credit for you!

Additional Terms and Conditions may be found at this link: https://bnbcolombia.com/terms-and-conditions/

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Meals Included

9x breakfast, 2x dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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