Marvelous Bogota and Cartagena

Marvelous Bogota and Cartagena

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Marvelous Bogota and Cartagena

5 Days Starting in Bogota, Colombia and ending in Cartagena, Colombia

Visiting: Bogotá, Bogota, Cartagena

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Tour code:

IndTur886

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 6

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English
From: $944

NB: Prices correct on 22-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of Colombia with the "Marvelous Bogota and Cartagena" tour. Begin your journey in Bogota, exploring the historic La Candelaria district with its colorful colonial buildings, museums, and galleries. Visit the grand Plaza de Bolivar and take a cable car to Monserrate Hill for breathtaking city views. Then, fly to Cartagena to tour the Convent of La Popa and the Castillo de San Felipe fort. Wander through Cartagena's old city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and relax on the beautiful beaches near the Rosario Islands. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, daily buffet breakfasts, and guided tours in air-conditioned vehicles, ensuring a memorable and seamless travel experience.

Highlights

  • Explore Bogota's picturesque historic center, La Candelaria, with its colorful colonial buildings, museums, and galleries.

  • Visit the grand Plaza de Bolivar, surrounded by federal government buildings, in Bogota.

  • Take a cable car to the top of Monserrate Hill for breathtaking views of Bogota.

  • Tour the Convent of La Popa, the highest point in Cartagena, and the Castillo de San Felipe fort.

  • Discover Cartagena's old city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its well-preserved colonial architecture and defensive walls.

  • Relax on the beautiful beaches near Cartagena, such as the Rosario Islands, with their crystal-clear waters.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Bogota (Arrival)

Location: Bogotá

Accommodation Name: hotel

Make your way to the International Airport to board your flight to Colombia. Upon arrival, you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore this city at your own pace. Colombia's captivating capital is a nine-million-metropolis that stretches over 40 km from north to south and 20 km from east to west. Situated in the center of the country and 2650 meters above sea level, Bogotá is the raised and rising economic and industrial powerhouse of the country. The national legislature, the Supreme Court of Justice, and the residence of the President of the Republic (Casa de Nariño) reside here, surrounding the grand Plaza de Bolivar in Bogota's picturesque historic center. Here in \"La Candelaria\", colorfully painted colonial buildings house excellent museums and galleries, libraries, and cafés, all set against the magnificent backdrop of the Andean Mountains which lie east of the city. The Monserrate Church and the Virgin of Guadalupe reside here on the mountain tops and overlook Bogota. They offer the most incredible views across the maze of buildings, buses, and barrios, showcasing the eclectic mix of modern and historic and an increasingly cosmopolitan city.




Overnight in Bogota

Day 2: Bogota (B/-/-)

Location: Bogota

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will be picked up from your hotel and taken on a tour of the city. This tour will start in the Plaza de Bolívar (the citys main square), which is surrounded by federal government buildings, and continue into the old colonial part of the city better known as “La Candelaria”, the San Francisco Church, and the Gold Museum. The tour will end with a trip in a cable car to the top of Monserrate Hill, which offers breathtaking views of the city.




Overnight in Bogota

Day 3: Bogota – Cartagena (By Flight) (B/-/-)

Location: Cartagena

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

At the arranged time you will be transferred to the Armenia airport for your flight to Cartagena. Upon arrival in Cartagena, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. Head on a tour of the city. This fascinating half-day tour will start at the Convent of La Popa* (the highest point in the city) and continue to the Castillo de San Felipe, an immense fort filled with history and mysteries hidden in its stonewalled tunnels. Leaving the castle, visit the monument of Zapatos Viejos — the “Old Shoes”. The most impressive monument is the gigantic defensive wall that surrounds the old city and overlooks the sea and its well-preserved colonial architecture. During the rest of your visit, you will see the citys churches, museums, plazas, restaurants, shops, and jewelry stores. This combination of treasures makes Cartagena deserving of the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site! You will never forget this wonderful destination.



*Note: If La Popa is closed, this visit will be replaced with the San Pedro Claver Convent.




Overnight in Cartagena

Day 4: Cartagena (B/-/-)

Location: Cartagena

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will have a full day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace or unwind on the beach. Cartagena de Indias was founded in 1533 and is probably the most attractive city in South America today. The old part of the city is also called “the walled city”, where Cartagena conserves the beauty of its' colonial past. Narrow streets flanked by heavy oak doors, gorgeous, flowered balconies, and friendly and welcoming people give Cartagena the perfect combination of colonial history and cultural attractions. Beautiful beaches close by, such as the Rosario Islands, invite visitors with their crystal-clear waters and the wide variety of tours and excursions there are to choose from.




Overnight in Cartagena

Day 5: Cartagena (Departure) (B/-/-)

Location: Cartagena

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. At the arranged time, you will be transferred to Cartagena Airport for your departure flight.

What's Included

  • 04 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

    Enjoy comfortable stays with 04 nights of accommodation on a twin sharing basis at superior hotels or similar.

  • Daily buffet breakfast

    Start your day with a delicious daily buffet breakfast.

  • All Arrival and departure airport transfers

    Convenient airport transfers for both arrival and departure are included.

  • All Transportation in AC modern vehicles

    Travel comfortably with all transportation in air-conditioned modern vehicles.

  • Services of English-speaking guide during the tours

    Benefit from the services of an English-speaking guide during the tours.

  • All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary

    Experience all sightseeing activities as per the detailed itinerary.

  • All entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary

    All entrance fees for attractions mentioned in the detailed itinerary are included.

  • Domestic flights (Bogota-Cartagena)

    Domestic flights between Bogota and Cartagena are included.

  • All local applicable taxes

    All local applicable taxes are covered.

What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities

    Expenses of a personal nature, including tips and gratuities, are not included.

  • Visa fees, if applicable

    Visa fees, if applicable, are not included.

  • Items not mentioned as included

    Any items not specifically mentioned as included are excluded.

Mode of Transport

All transportation is provided in modern, air-conditioned vehicles, including airport transfers and domestic flights between Bogota and Cartagena.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights of accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant stay throughout your journey.

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Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    All transportation is provided in modern, air-conditioned vehicles, including airport transfers and domestic flights between Bogota and Cartagena.

  • What type of accommodation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant stay throughout your journey.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    A daily buffet breakfast is included in the tour package.

  • Is there an English-speaking guide available during the tours?

    Yes, the services of an English-speaking guide are provided during the tours.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?

    Yes, all entrance fees for attractions mentioned in the detailed itinerary are included.

  • What activities are planned for the first day in Bogota?

    On the first day, you will arrive in Bogota, be transferred to your hotel, and have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.

  • What will we see during the city tour in Bogota?

    The city tour in Bogota includes visits to the Plaza de Bolivar, La Candelaria, the San Francisco Church, and the Gold Museum. The tour will end with a cable car ride to the top of Monserrate Hill for breathtaking views of the city.

  • What is included in the Cartagena city tour?

    The Cartagena city tour includes visits to the Convent of La Popa, Castillo de San Felipe, the monument of Zapatos Viejos, and the old city with its well-preserved colonial architecture. If La Popa is closed, the visit will be replaced with the San Pedro Claver Convent.

  • What can I do during the leisure day in Cartagena?

    During the leisure day in Cartagena, you can explore the city at your own pace or unwind on the nearby beautiful beaches such as the Rosario Islands, which offer crystal-clear waters and a variety of tours and excursions.

  • Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?

    Expenses of a personal nature, including tips and gratuities, visa fees if applicable, and any items not specifically mentioned as included are not covered by the tour package.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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