Airport pick-up and hotel check-in

Arrival and welcome at the airport by the tour guide, followed by a transfer to the hotel to check in.

Tour presentation 

A presentation will detail all scheduled visits, transfers, and activities comprising the tour.

Dinner at the hotel will follow.

– accommodation in Bogotá at the NC Collection WTC Royal

Salt Catedral and Zipaquirá 

Explore one of Colombia’s marvels with a first stop at the magnificent Salt Cathedral, where you’ll admire awe-inspiring underground architecture and sacred art.
Next, enjoy a guided historical walk through the most iconic area of the colonial town to uncover its rich legacy.
Conclude your excursion with a leisurely stroll around Zipaquirá’s charming colonial plaza, followed by lunch.

• journey time: approximately one hour and half
• local food lunch in the restaurant Salario or Labriego

– accommodation in Bogotá at the NC Collection WTC Royal

Santa Marta and hotel check-in

Arrival and welcome at the airport by the tour guides, followed by a transfer to the hotel for the check in.

Visit to the city of  Santa Marta

Santa Marta, a Caribbean gem in Colombia, offers a vibrant experience: explore the historic centre with its colonial streets.
Discover the Cathedral Basilica (1525), the colonial customs house and the Plaza de los Novios. Hear stories about Bastidas, Drake and Bolívar.
Finish your tour on the Malecón to views the spectacular Caribbean sunset.

• duration of the visit: approximately 2 hours
• recommended for: history and photography enthusiasts
• notes: comfortable, lightweight clothing, sun cream and a hat

– accommodation in Santa Marta at AC Hotel Marriott 

Playa Cristal

The tour to Playa Cristal begins with a ground transfer from Santa Marta, taking approximately 45 minutes to the Palangana area. There, a brief stop is made at the Playa Siete Olas viewpoint, where panoramic photos of the bay and the Sierra Nevada mountains can be taken. From Neguanje, few speedboats are boarded, which takes you to Playa Cristal, a paradise of crystal-clear waters and white sand.
Once there, visitors can relax, swim, snorkel among the coral reefs, explore the surroundings, and enjoy the tranquility of the park before returning to Santa Marta in the afternoon.

• transfer duration: approx one hour and an half by bus
• Boat transfer 10 minutes
• recommended for: sea lovers and nature
• notes: we recommend insect repellent, sun cream and a hat

– accommodation in Santa Marta at AC Hotel Marriott 

Minca 

It's a chill, nature-focused day trip up into the Sierra Nevada, perfect for disconnecting from the city noise.
The experience is all about hiking jungle trails, swimming in natural pools and waterfalls, taking in the mountain and sea views, and learning about local agriculture.
we will visit a cocoa and coffee farm where we will have a tasting.

• duration of the visit: approximately three hours
• recommended for: recommended for nature and sight seeing
• notes: comfortable, lightweight clothing, sun cream and a hat

– accommodation in Santa Marta at AC Hotel Marriott 

Cartagena 

We’ll start the transfer at 9:00 am from your hotel in Santa Marta. We’ll travel to Cartagena and arrive in time for lunch at 1:00 pm.
After lunch we’ll continue to the hotel for check-in.

• transfer time: approximately four hours by bus
• lunch in a typical local restaurant included

Cartagena city tour and sunset

We will start the tour city 4 pm.
A leisurely stroll through this historic centre allows you to discover lively squares, centuries-old churches and corners brimming with local life.
About 20 minutes’ walk from the city walls to watch the sunset.
Then head to Getsemani around 6 pm for about 40 minutes of sightseeing, and why not finish off in the little streets where they sell cocktails... and from there, the group is free to walk back to the Historic Centre.

• duration city tour: 2 and an half hours
• recommended for: history and photography enthusiasts
• notes: sun cream and a hat are recommended

– accommodation in Cartagena at the Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia

Relax and discover the islands of Rosario arcipelago

After breakfast, we’ll spend the day on an excursion by boat to the island cerrounding the ocean in front of Cartagena, where we can relax on the beach, go snorkelling amongst tropical fish and discover some of the island’s most beautiful spots. Throughout the day, we’ll also visit beach clubs and seaside bars, perfect for soaking up the Caribbean atmosphere with music, cocktails and spectacular views.
Departure by boat from the marina at the Muelle de la Bodeguita, opposite the Clock Tower at 9.00 am(close to the Hotel).
Once we arrive, we’ll enjoy the natural surroundings and the crystal-clear beaches.

• duration city tour: till 4/5 pm
• recommended for: sea lovers and nature
• notes: insect repellent,sun cream and a hat are recommended

– accommodation in Cartagena at the Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia

Visit to Barú

We will reach again Muelle de la Bodeguita to off by boat to Barú, where we’ll have some free time to relax, explore the beaches and soak up the Caribbean atmosphere.
At midday, we’ll enjoy a traditional lunch overlooking the sea. In the afternoon, we’ll head back to Cartagena by boat.

• duration transfer to Barú: till 4:00 pm
• recommended for: sea lovers and nature
• notes: insect repellent, sun cream and a hat are recommended

– accommodation in Cartagena at the Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia

Cartagena

Considering the flight departure time, we will take advantage of the free time for a walk or a shopping spread in the city.

Airport transfer

We will arrive at the airport in good time for our return flight: two hours early before departure.