Weaverbird Journey
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One of the most comprehensive group tours to Colombia for 2012, this holiday offers an overland adventure whilst staying in comfortable hotels. Visit Bogotá museums, San Agustín, the coffee region, Cartagena, the small colonial towns of Mompós and Aracataca and Tayrona National Park on this 19 day escorted tour of Colombia.
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Summary of nights: Bogotá 3; San Agustin 3; Coffee Region 3; Cartagena 3, Mompós 2, Aracataca 2 and Tayrona National Park 2.
- Friendly, stabilised country newly opened up to visitors.
- Off-the-beaten track holiday for the adventurous of spirit.
- Visit the world-famous Bogotá Gold Museum – a magnificent display of artefacts.
- The mysterious archaeological park at San Agustín.
- Bucolic bliss – stay on a farm in Colombia’s beguiling coffee country.
- Historic Cartagena – the forts and mansions of the connoisseur’s favourite colonial city.
- Mompós, colonial secret on a river island.
- Barefoot paradise of the Caribbean beach at Tayrona National Park.
Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 Fly to Bogotá, arriving same evening.
Day 2 Explore the city and visit the Gold museum.
Day 3 Optional excursion to Zipaquira salt cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon.
Day 4 Fly to Neiva and continue by road to San Agustin.
Day 5 Full day exploration of the archaelogical park and famous statues.
Day 6 Optional jeep tour to Magdalena gorge.
Days 7-9 Fly to Pereira and onto your coffee farm, explore the lush valleys of the coffee region.
Day 10 Fly to Cartagena, a colonial gem on the Caribbean coast.
Days 11-12 Explore the city and optional excursion to the Rosario Islands' lovely beaches and superb snorkelling.
Day 13 Drive and boat to the tranquil island village of Mompós.
Day 14 Boat ride along the River Magdalena.
Day 15 Drive to the riverside town of Aracataca birthplace of Gabriel García Marquez.
Days 16,17 By road to Tayrona National Park. Enjoy relaxing and exploring the beaches and forests of the park.
Day 18 Fly to UK, via Bogotá arriving day 19.
Trip Profile
Transport: 4 flights (longest 3.5 hrs); 7 road journeys (longest 8 hours) and 1 boat journey (2 hours).
Accommodation: Simple hotels and guest-houses with private bathroom; farm accommodation in coffee country, cabins in Tayrona with shared bathroom.
Meals: Breakfast daily.
Included excursions: Bogotá city tour; excursion to San Agustin Archaelogical Park; tour of coffee farm; Cartagena walking tour; boat trip from Mompós; Gabriel García Marquez museum; walks in Tayrona National Park.
Group size: Min 4, max 16. Led by Journey Latin America tour leader.
A few days to spare?
Take a look at our suggested extensions, or our tailor-made section, for some inspiring ideas on how to spend a few extra days from unwinding on tropical beaches, or exploring the colonial town of Villa de Leiva near Bogotá. |  The Caribbean Rosario Islands make a relaxing day trip from Cartagena
 The colonial centre of Cartagena is a delight to walk around
 The people of Colombia are amongst the most welcoming in Latin America
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