Santander to discover
Price per person from US$987

Santander to discover

From
US$987
Price per person
From
US$987
price per person

Description

SANTANDER

Santander, a region rich in history and natural beauty, invites you to discover a world of unforgettable experiences. From the Chicamocha National Park, where you can marvel at its majestic landscapes and adventure activities, to the charming town of Curití. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Barichara, declared a World Heritage Site for its colonial architecture. Visit Zapatoca, a town full of charm and tranquility, ideal for enjoying nature and local cuisine. And finally, explore Mesa de los Santos, a destination that will surprise you with its breathtaking panoramic views and relaxed atmosphere.

BOGOTA

Bogota, capital of Colombia, is a unique gem that no traveler should miss. With its rich history and fascinating mix of cultures, this city combines the ancient with the modern. This metropolis is much more than just a city; it is a mosaic of cultures and traditions that intertwine in a unique way. Bogota awaits you with open arms, ready to captivate you with its beauty, culture and welcoming spirit. 

ITINERARY

Day 1. Bucaramanga - Arrival transfer, metropolitan city tour and Cerro del Santísimo
Day 1. Bucaramanga - Arrival transfer, metropolitan city tour and Cerro del Santísimo

Assistance at Palogrande International Airport and transfer to hotel in Bucaramanga. 

Includes: Private transportation with driver in Spanish and reception at the airport. 

Not included: Guide, tips, expenses not specified. 


At 14:30 p.m. Enjoy a City tour full of history, culture and natural beauty in Bucaramanga and its surroundings. Known as the “Beautiful City of Colombia”, it will captivate you with its charming parks and majestic churches. Then we will arrive in Girón, to visit the “National Monument and Heritage Town of Colombia”, and explore its cobblestone streets and admire its colonial architecture. We will move on to Floridablanca, the “Sweet City”, here you will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical tasting, while appreciating the beautiful landscapes. In addition, we will have the opportunity to climb the Cerro del Santísimo and contemplate the magnificent panoramic view of the Metropolitan Area from the top, with transfer included in the cable car. For the tour, you will witness a spectacular musical and light show inside the park. 

Duration: 5 hours. 

Includes: transportation, typical tasting, entrance to the Cerro del Santísimo and double cable car ride, musical and light show from the fountain to the interior of the park.

Day 2. Bucaramanga - Chicamocha National Park
Day 2. Bucaramanga - Chicamocha National Park

Breakfast at the hotel. Between 7:00 am and 7:45 am, assistance at the hotel and transfer to Mesa de los Santos, where we will have the opportunity to explore the authentic Peasant Market and immerse ourselves in the richness of the local culture. Then, we will head to La Plazuela Station, from where we will board the cable car cabins to cross the impressive Chicamocha Canyon. This tour inside the Chicamocha National Park, access and transfer in the cable car to contemplate the majestic views of the Chicamocha Canyon, plus a snack and a delicious lunch to recharge energy and make the most of the day. Return to the hotel. 


Includes: transfer from Bucaramanga to the Chicamocha Park, passing through Mesa de Los Santos, visit to the Farmers Market, access and transfer to the cable car in the Chicamocha National Park. Guided tour, refreshments and lunch. 

Day 3. Bucaramanga - Tour to San Gil- Barichara- Curití
Day 3. Bucaramanga - Tour to San Gil- Barichara- Curití

At 6:00 am, leave to make the most of the time and enjoy a delicious breakfast on the national road, where you can recharge your batteries for the day ahead. Then, we will head to Curití to visit the Ecofibras Fique Factory, where you can learn about this ecological material and its production process. Afterwards, we will enter the El Gallineral Natural Park, located in the municipality of San Gil. Here, you will enjoy a guided tour of its beautiful small squares, each with its own significance, and walk among imposing trees, such as giant ceibas, that complete the park's landscape. Afterwards, we will continue our journey to Barichara, where you will enjoy a typical lunch en route. In the afternoon, you will be immersed in the beauty of this “Prettiest Little Town in Colombia” with a guided tour of its main attractions. Finally, we will return to Bucaramanga.

Includes: transportation to and from Bucaramanga, breakfast and lunch at the destination, sightseeing tour of the places mentioned.

Day 4. Bucaramanga - Tour to Zapatoca
Day 4. Bucaramanga - Tour to Zapatoca

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we will depart to the charming town of Zapatoca, where on the way you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Serranía de los Yariguíes and the Topocoro Dam, a view that will take your breath away. Upon arrival in town, you will be greeted by its beautiful colonial streets and pleasant climate, inviting you to explore every corner. During your visit, you will have the opportunity to visit the remains of the German Geo Von Lenguerke, a foreign character of great importance in the region. In addition, you will enjoy a delicious lunch included to recharge your batteries. In the afternoon, we will take you to the impressive Mirador Guane, from where you will be able to appreciate the majesty of the mountain range in all its splendor. At 5:00 pm, we will return to Bucaramanga.

Includes: transportation to and from Bucaramanga, lunch at the destination, sightseeing tour of Zapatoca with a visit to the Campo Santo and the tomb of Geo Von Lenguerke, the main park, the church of San Joaquin and the Mirador Guane, the museum of Don Quixote. 

Day 5. Bucaramanga and Bogota - Departure and arrival transfers
Day 5. Bucaramanga and Bogota - Departure and arrival transfers

Breakfast at the hotel. According to the air itinerary, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Bogota. Assistance at El Dorado International Airport and transfer to hotel in Bogota. 

Includes: Private transportation with driver in Spanish and reception at the airport. 

Not included: Guide, tips, expenses not specified. 

Notes: Applies for services between 5:00 am to 21:59 pm. For services after 22:00 p.m. a night rate will apply.

Day 6. Bogota - City tour with Monserrate
Day 6. Bogota - City tour with Monserrate

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, we will depart to the Cerro de Monserrate, we will ascend through the funicular or cable car to the top of the mountain where you can appreciate a panoramic view of the city. We will continue to the Gold Museum, home to the most extensive collection of pre-Hispanic gold and silver work in the world. We will end this tour with a panoramic walking tour of the Historic Center, where we will visit the main architectural, historical and cultural attractions of Bogota, such as the Colon Theater, San Carlos Palace, Bolivar Square and the Primada de Colombia Cathedral. 

Duration: 6 hours. 

Highlights: Monserrate, Gold Museum and Historic Center. 

Includes: Transportation in shared service, professional tour guide in Spanish, admission to the Gold Museum, funicular or cable car ticket at Monserrate. 

Not included: Tips, expenses not specified. 

Notes: On Mondays the Gold Museum is closed, it will be replaced by the Botero Museum. For Sundays and holidays the influx of national public increases, it is recommended to purchase the Fast Pass supplement in Monserrate.

Day 7. Bogota - Departure transfer
Day 7. Bogota - Departure transfer

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport in private service to take your return flight.

Guide languages

Español

Meeting point

According to the itinerary
Day 1: Bucaramanga
Day 2: Bucaramanga
Day 3: Bucaramanga, San Gil,Colombia, Barichara
Day 4: Barichara, Bucaramanga
Day 5: Bucaramanga, Bogotá
Day 6: Bogotá
Day 7: Bogotá
  • 2 nights accommodation in standard room in Bogota.
  • 4 nights accommodation in standard room in Bucaramanga.
  • Transfer airport - hotel - airport in private service. 
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel. 
  • Spanish speaking guide for the excursions.
  • City Tour with Cerro del Santísimo in shared service. 
  • Chicamocha National Park in shared service with lunch. 
  • Tour to San Gil- Barichara- Curiti in shared service with lunch.
  • Tour to Zapatoca in shared service with lunch.
  • City tour with Monserrate in shared service.
  • Medical assistance card 
  • National or international air tickets.
  • Meals not mentioned above.
  • Services not specified above.
  • Tips to porters and hotel services.
  • Unspecified expenses and expenses of a personal nature.
  • Optional excursions offered at destination.
  • Entrance fees to monuments and visits not specified above. 
  • VAT of 19% on lodging, exempt for foreigners who have the immigration stamp for tourist travel to Colombia.
  • Hotel Insurance: (Voluntary), paid per person per night directly at the hotel.
  • Travel insurance that offers a wide coverage, covering aspects such as illnesses, accidents, loss of luggage, protection of goods and valuables, cancellation of plans and even contingencies related to COVID-19.
  • Medical expenses. 
  • Excess baggage for transfers. Only one suitcase of 23 kilos per person is allowed.

Possible accommodations

2 accommodations

Activities

5 Activities

PROGRAM DETAILS

1. The contracted transportation admits up to one piece of luggage weighing 23 kilos and one piece of hand luggage weighing a maximum of 8 kilos per person. maximum weight of 8 kilos per person. 2. In case of excess baggage, the possibility of including it without additional cost will be verified according to the capacity of the vehicle. additional cost according to the capacity of the vehicle. 3. The passenger will be the sole responsible for the custody of his/her luggage and travel documents. documents. Under no circumstances Dorado Experiences will respond for the loss, damage, deterioration, theft or loss of elements of the vehicle, deterioration, theft or loss of elements of the passenger. 4. The passenger must not leave valuable articles in the transport. It is recommended that the passenger does not leave valuables inside the vehicle that is transporting him/her, neither the supplier nor Dorado Experiences will be responsible for the loss, damage, deterioration, theft or loss of the passenger's items. Dorado Experiences will not respond for the loss, damage, deterioration, robbery or loss of the passenger's loss of the passenger's items. 5. For transfers of flights arriving between 20:00 and 06:00 Hrs will have an increase of 20% additional to the contracted value. of 20% additional to the contracted value. 6. The general programs include lodging in standard category. If the passenger wishes to a different category, it is handled upon request, subject to availability and change in the initially informed rate. in the initially informed rate. 7. In case of reservation and the selected hotel is not available, a hotel of similar category and rate will be reserved. hotel of similar category and rate will be reserved. 8. The check in time is from 15:00 hrs. 9. Check out time is before 12:00 hrs. 10. In case of requiring twin accommodations, please inform us from the beginning, since it is subject to availability according to the hotel capacity and may generate variations in the price. 11. Triple accommodation is quoted in double twin room. In case of requiring three beds, a specific request must be made at the beginning of the reservation, as it may generate changes in the room category and in the price changes in the category of the room and in the price informed.

POLICY AND ACCOMMODATION OF CHILDREN

 

Applicable rate for children between 2 and 10 years old.

Accommodations allowed

***The availability of beds is subject to the confirmation of each hotel, it will be informed in the booking confirmation.

 

1 Adult: Maximum 2 children

2 Adults: Maximum 2 children

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