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Colombia: Coffee, Coast & Colonial Cities 16 days
16 days
Colombia's Coffee Country to Caribbean Coast
Colombia packs an impressive variety of landscapes and experiences into one 16 day journey, from the coffee farms and wax palms of the interior to the Caribbean coast. Around Armenia, learn about the country’s coffee traditions before hiking through the forested hills and visiting a local farm. In Medellín, combine walks through Andean cloud forest with the city’s street food, then climb El Peñol and explore colourful Guatapé. Further north, Tayrona brings rainforest trails, archaeological sites and time on the beach before the journey reaches Cartagena. Here, discover the history of the walled city and the character of Getsemaní, with markets, cooking and time to explore at your own pace.
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Journey Route
DAYS 1-4
Coffee Triangle
Fly into Armenia and settle into an eco retreat surrounded by coffee farms and lush hills. Visit a renowned coffee estate to learn about the process behind Colombia's celebrated coffee, then hike through a forest of towering wax palms, visiting a local farm and hidden burial sites along the way.
DAYS 5-6
Medellin
Hike through sub-Andean forest to a waterfall before flying to Medellín, then hike through Andean cloud forest to a second waterfall with pools for swimming. Sample the city's street food, from empanadas to arepas and tropical juices, at a local market.
DAYS 7-8
Tayrona National Park
Climb El Peñol for panoramic views over the surrounding lakes, then explore the colourful streets of Guatapé. Discover Medellín's history and remarkable transformation before travelling on to Tayrona National Park for four nights.
DAYS 9-12
Cartagena
Trek through Tayrona's rainforest trails, passing archaeological sites and dramatic coastal views before reaching Cabo San Juan's golden beach. Spend two days at leisure exploring the surrounding beaches and coastline, then drive along the coast to Cartagena, settling into a boutique hotel in the vibrant Getsemaní neighbourhood.
DAYS 13-16
Getsemani
Explore Cartagena's historic sites, from San Felipe Castle to the colonial streets of the walled city, before discovering Getsemaní's colourful streets. Visit a local market and take a hands-on cooking class, then enjoy a final day exploring the city's boutiques, plazas and cafés before departing Cartagena.
