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From Medellín streets to Cartagena’s Shore
Colombia in 7 Days, 6 Nights in Destination
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The ideal trip to explore Medellín and Cartagena, two of Colombia’s key cities! Discover Medellín’s transformation in Comuna 13, then enjoy Cartagena’s charm with a chiva tour and a sunset sail while sipping a local cocktail.
Trip Highlights
- Cartagena de Indias
- Comuna 13
- Medellín
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until June 2026
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + $290
Add up to 5 nights to your stay
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charm included
superior from + $100
luxury from + $300
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Itinerary
On this guided trip, explore the lively neighborhoods of Medellín, learn about its history through its street art, dance and food. In Cartagena, discover the fort of Castillo de San Felipe and admire its colorful flower balconies. Finally, enjoy a drink while watching how the sunset falls over the city aboard a catamaran over the bay.
1st Day: US - Medellin
So, are you ready to begin your trip to Colombia? Arrive at your departure airport with everything ready to leave for José María Cordova airport in Medellín, transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Medellín.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Vivre Medellín or similar
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2nd Day: Medellin
Breakfast at the hotel. You will begin your day with a tour to “La Comuna 13”, a set of neighborhoods located in the city center. What once was one of the most marginalized and violent neighborhoods in the city has undergone an amazing transformation and it is now synonymous with music, art, graffiti, dance and gastronomy.
If you like coffee, we recommend taking our optional coffee tour* through a typical Colombian coffee plantation. A local guide will tell you all about this unforgettable place and its history. Overnight stay in Medellín.
*Optional coffee tour: This is your chance to immerse yourself in the famous Colombian coffee culture on a farm in the mountains of Medellín. Walk through the plantations and learn how it is made.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Vivre Medellín or similar
94 Reviews
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Activities
Graffiti Tour to Comuna 13
Moderate
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Coffee Tour in the mountains of Medellin.
Moderate
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3rd Day: Medellin
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to explore the city at your leisure. This is your chance to take our optional visit to the Peñol rock and visit the town and reservoir of Guatapé*. Overnight stay in Medellín.
*Optional visit to the Peñol rock and Guatapé: One of the best things to do while in Medellín. Reach the top of this 650 foot monolith to enjoy the view of the green islands and lake. You will also visit the colorful Guatapé, famous for its old church, and reservoir. Enjoy a typical Colombian lunch on the shores before taking a boat trip.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Vivre Medellín or similar
94 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to Peñol and Guatapé (EN)
Moderate
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4th Day: Medellin - Cartagena
Breakfast at the hotel*. Today you will travel by plane to Cartagena, you will arrive at Rafael Nuñez airport, and be transferred to the hotel. You will then be free to explore this new city at your leisure. Overnight stay in Cartagena.
*Depending on the flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Cartagena Plaza or similar
6244 Reviews
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5th Day: Cartagena
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you should be prepared for a tour in Chiva through Bocagrande, Castillogrande and Manga, the main neighborhoods of Cartagena. This will lead to the fort of Castillo de San Felipe, a colonial military engineering marvel. Your tour will end inside the walled sector, where you can admire its narrow streets and flower decorated balconies.
In the afternoon, you will board the Sibarita Express, a sunset cruise which will let you admire the sunset fall on the beautiful city from the water, cocktail in hand. Overnight stay in Cartagena.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Cartagena Plaza or similar
6244 Reviews
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Activities
Panoramic tour on a Chiva (AM)
Moderate
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Sunset cruise in the Sibarita Express
Light
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6th Day: Cartagena
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to explore the city at your leisure. We recommend taking a tour to Isla del Encanto in Baru*. Overnight stay in Cartagena.
*Optional tour to the Isla del Encanto in Baru: Travel through Rosario Islands National Park’s pristine waters by speedboat (approximately 1 hour), and enjoy a relaxing paradise beach day with chairs and lunch included. Head back to Cartagena by boat and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Cartagena Plaza or similar
6244 Reviews
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Activities
Tour to the Isla del Encanto in Baru
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7th Day: Cartagena - US
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home*.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
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Categories Available:
charm
From $899
- Accommodation in Charm category hotels.
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From $999
- Accommodation in Superior category hotels.
luxury
From $1,199
- Accommodation in Luxury category hotels.
Accommodation: 6 Nights
Day 1 to 4
Vivre Medellín
Location
Medellín
Category
Nights
3
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Café Hotel by Lars, First Class
Included activities
Available Activities
The price includes
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - Medellin, Cartagena de Indias - US.
- Internal flights: Medellin - Cartagena de Indias*more information
- 6 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.See hotels included
- 6 breakfasts.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles**.more information
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English/Spanish speaking guide.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Bilingual English/Spanish guide during the activities.
Not included
Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
*Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservation process.
**Transfers are with a Spanish-speaking driver, no guide.
Entry requirements
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Colombia.
Visa
US Passport holders can enter Colombia for up to 90 days as a visitor without a visa.
Currency
Colombian Peso.
Language
Spanish.
Electricity
110 V, 60 Hz.
Health
Please consult your doctor regarding the vaccination against yellow fever and malaria prophylaxis. Travellers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects.
Time zone
GMT - 05:00.
Tourist Office website
http://www.colombia.co/en/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
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