Colombian Trilogy

The Colombian Trilogy joins three of the country's great destinations in a single private trip. Near Bogotá you'll go underground into the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá; in Antioquia you'll climb the Peñol Rock and discover Medellín's transformation in Comuna 13; and in Cartagena you'll tour the walled city and spend a day on the beaches of Isla Grande, in the Corales del Rosario National Natural Park.

The tour is fully customizable: if something doesn't suit you, tell us what you'd like to change.

Day 1 · Arrival in Bogotá

Our driver will be waiting for you at El Dorado International Airport to take you to your hotel.

Day 2 · Zipaquirá

Start time: 8 AM · Duration: 5 hours

Discover one of the country's wonders, one hour from Bogotá. The town of Zipaquirá is home to an unparalleled work of architecture and engineering: an old mine turned into an impressive cathedral 180 meters underground, where you'll visit the stations of the Way of the Cross carved into salt rock. There is also a 3D light and sound show.

Places to visit:

• Zipaquirá
• The Salt Cathedral
• Miner's Plaza

Includes: bilingual guide (English–Spanish), private transportation, medical assistance, hydration and entrance to the Salt Cathedral.

Important: lunch is not included and there is no time set aside for it; if you need it, it must be quoted separately.

Day 3 · Peñol and Guatapé

Start time: 8 AM · Duration: 8 hours

Antioquia's main attraction is the Peñol Rock, a 220-meter monolith with 700 steps you can climb for the breathtaking views. From the top of the rock to the colorful cobblestone streets of Guatapé, you'll have plenty of chances for great photos.

Places to visit:

• The Peñol Rock
• Shared boat ride
• The replica of the old town of Peñol
• Guatapé

Includes: bilingual guide (English–Spanish), medical assistance, private transportation, hydration, entrance to the rock, shared boat ride and a typical lunch in Guatapé.

Important: the climb is not recommended for people with reduced mobility or respiratory problems, older adults or children under 5. The drive to Peñol takes about 2 hours.

Day 4 · Departure from Medellín, arrival in Pereira

Start time: according to your flight schedule

Our driver will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to take you to José María Córdova International Airport. When you land in Pereira, our driver will be waiting at Matecaña International Airport with a sign with your names to take you to your hotel.

Day 5 · Full-day Medellín city tour

Start time: 9 AM · Duration: 8 hours

How do you make the most of a day in Medellín? Easy: with this tour. In the morning we visit the city's must-see landmarks and stop for a typical lunch. In the afternoon we learn about the city's social transformation in one of its most unique neighborhoods, with locals who lived through that change firsthand.

Places to visit:

• Botero Plaza
• The Museo de Antioquia
• The Metrocable
• Comuna 13
• Pueblito Paisa

Includes: bilingual guide (English–Spanish), private transportation, medical assistance, entrance to the Museo de Antioquia and the Metrocable, and a typical lunch.

Important: the Museo de Antioquia is closed on Sundays and public holidays.

Day 6 · Peñol and Guatapé

Start time: 8 AM · Duration: 8 hours

Antioquia's main attraction is the Peñol Rock, a 220-meter monolith with 700 steps you can climb for the breathtaking views. From the top of the rock to the colorful cobblestone streets of Guatapé, you'll have plenty of chances for great photos.

Places to visit:

• The Peñol Rock
• Shared boat ride
• The replica of the old town of Peñol
• Guatapé

Includes: bilingual guide (English–Spanish), medical assistance, private transportation, hydration, entrance to the rock, shared boat ride and a typical lunch in Guatapé.

Important: the climb is not recommended for people with reduced mobility or respiratory problems, older adults or children under 5. The drive to Peñol takes about 2 hours.

Day 7 · From Medellín to Cartagena

Start time: according to your flight schedule

Our driver will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to take you to José María Córdova International Airport. When you land in Cartagena, our driver will be waiting at Rafael Núñez Airport with a welcome sign to take you to your hotel.

Day 8 · Private Cartagena city tour

Start time: 2 PM · Duration: 4 hours

A panoramic tour of the city's most emblematic sites: the San Felipe Castle, the La Popa Convent, Las Bóvedas, a walk through the old town and a drive through the modern district of Bocagrande and its bay.

Places to visit:

• San Felipe Castle
• La Popa Convent
• Las Bóvedas
• The old town

Includes: bilingual guide (English–Spanish), medical assistance, hydration, private transportation and entrance fees to the sites mentioned.

Day 9 · Isla San Pedro de Majagua

Start time: 8 AM · Duration: about 8 hours · Hotel – pier – hotel transfer

The San Pedro de Majagua hotel is on Isla Grande, one of the 31 islands of the Corales del Rosario National Natural Park, a valuable complex of ecosystems. We leave by boat from the La Bodeguita pier at 8 AM, with a panoramic view of the archipelago, and once in Majagua you'll have free time to relax on its beautiful beaches.

Includes:

• Round-trip shared speedboat (from the pier)
• Typical Cartagena lunch
• Use of the beach with beach chairs

Not included:

• Food and drinks
• Port departure tax (zarpe), about $7 USD per person, paid directly at the pier

Important: the return to the city is at about 3 to 3:30 PM.

Day 10 · Departure from Cartagena

Start time: according to your flight schedule

Transfer from the Hotel Dann Cartagena to Rafael Núñez International Airport. Our driver will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to take you to the vehicle.

• Bogotá: Best Western
• Medellín: Dix
• Cartagena: Dann Cartagena

Accommodation is not included in the package rate. If you need it, you can add it when booking.

Cancellation

• If you cancel, the initial 50% payment is subject to a 10% administrative fee, plus any other administrative costs of the cancellation.
• 30 days before the start of services: 20% penalty.
• Up to 15 days before the start of services: 50% penalty.
• Less than 5 days before the service: 100% penalty (non-refundable).

Flight changes and airport transfers

• Any flight change must be reported at least 3 hours before the scheduled service.
• Waiting time at the airport is 1 hour (unless flight changes were reported in advance). After that, additional waiting hours are charged.
• If a change of flight time or flight number is reported only 1 hour in advance, the waiting time will be charged, or the service will be considered a no-show and a new one will have to be scheduled.
• After 2 hours of waiting with no prior notice, the service is considered a no-show.

Payment methods

• Bank transfer to Colombia Travel Operator's Bancolombia account. We'll send you the bank details individually. Please email us the proof of payment.
• Credit card: Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Diners. Credit card payments carry a 5% surcharge on our listed rates and are charged in US dollars only. We'll send you the authorization form individually. Ask Colombia Travel Operator for the amount in dollars.
• PayPal: payments carry a 5% surcharge on our listed rates. We'll send a payment request to the email of your PayPal account. Ask Colombia Travel Operator for the amount in dollars.
• International bank transfer: you pay the transfer fee directly to your bank (it varies by bank and country); it is not included in our rates. This method can take up to 5 business days to be reflected. Please email us the proof of transfer.

Rates

• Our rates do not include international or domestic airline tickets.
• Airport–hotel transfers between 9 PM and 5 AM carry an additional night surcharge.
• For Colombian nationals, 19% VAT must be added.
• Accommodation rates apply to the low season. If you'd like a higher hotel category, contact us.
• If you buy flights, accommodation or any other activity on your own, any issue or unforeseen event related to those services is beyond Colombia Travel Operator's responsibility, and we are not liable for it.