Medellín, Santa Marta and Cartagena
Price per person from US$1,016

Medellín, Santa Marta and Cartagena

From
US$1,016
Price per person
From
US$1,016
price per person

Description

Medellin

Medellín, the 'City of Eternal Spring', will captivate you with its pleasant climate all year round. It is a testament to Colombia's social transformation, where the hospitality of its people is evident. The city is a vibrant cultural epicenter with diverse festivities and an outstanding exhibition of works by renowned artist Botero. Be enveloped by its beauty and the hospitality of its inhabitants and discover the magic of Medellin!

Santa Marta

Santa Marta, known as the Pearl of America, Colombia's oldest city is a vibrant destination that combines history, culture and natural beauty. Located on the Caribbean coast, it has the best beaches in Colombia, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the sun. Santa Marta is also the gateway to the Tayrona National Natural Park, a paradise of biodiversity with tropical rainforests and pristine beaches.

Cartagena

Cartagena de Indias, an essential destination on your trip, is located on the northern coast of Colombia, bathed by the waters of the Caribbean Sea. This picturesque and romantic corner is one of the most visited destinations in the country. Its walled city, balconies and cobblestone paths treasure historical secrets that inspired the illustrious Colombian writer and Nobel Prize for Literature, Gabriel García Márquez. 

ITINERARY

Day 1. Medellín - arrival transfer
Day 1. Medellín - arrival transfer

Assistance at José María Córdova International Airport and transfer to hotel in Medellín. 

Includes: Private transportation with driver in Spanish with 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 2. Medellín - Traditional City Tour
Day 2. Medellín - Traditional City Tour

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, we will start this tour visiting the most representative places of the 'City of Eternal Spring': Medellín. During the tour we will explore the urban stories that have shaped its identity and culture. We will visit the Pueblito Paisa, a replica of a traditional Antioquian village that is reflected in the handicrafts, gastronomy and architecture of the place. We will continue to the Parque de los Pies Descalzos, an outdoor space ideal for walking and relaxing. We will connect through a short walk to La Alpujarra, the epicenter of the administrative and governmental center of the city. Then, we will move to Berrio Park, in the heart of the city to appreciate the iconic Plaza de las Esculturas by Master Fernando Botero, which have become symbols of the city. Return to the hotel.

Duration: 4 hours 

Highlights: Pueblito Paisa, Parque de los Pies Descalzos, La Alpujarra and Plaza de las Esculturas de Botero. Plaza de las Esculturas de Botero. 

Includes: Transportation in private service, professional tour guide in Spanish, typical snack. 

Not included: tips, expenses not specified.

Day 3. Medellín and Santa Marta - departure and arrival transfers
Day 3. Medellín and Santa Marta - departure and arrival transfers

Breakfast at the hotel. Assistance at the hotel in Medellín and transfer to José María Córdova International Airport.


Assistance at Simon Bolivar International Airport and transfer to the hotel in Santa Marta. 

Includes: Private transportation with driver in Spanish with 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 4. Santa Marta - Traditional city tour
Day 4. Santa Marta - Traditional city tour

Breakfast at the hotel. We will embark on an enriching cultural city tour of Santa Marta, where you will explore the best of this historic city. Begin your tour at the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, the emblematic colonial estate that served as a refuge for Simón Bolívar in his last days, and admire its beautiful gardens. Then, step inside the Tayrona Archaeological Museum to discover the collection of indigenous artifacts that reveal the rich heritage of the Tayrona civilization. Continue your journey with a visit to the Cathedral of Santa Marta, Colombia's oldest cathedral, where its elegant architecture and history will immerse you in the colonial past. Stroll through the Historic Center, enjoying the colonial architecture and squares. Finally, enjoy the view of El Rodadero, famous for its white sand and crystal clear waters, where you can relax and enjoy the Caribbean breeze. 

Duration: 4 hours 

Highlights: Historic Center, Archaeological Museum, Rodadero. 

Includes: Transportation in shared service, professional tour guide in Spanish, entrance fees to the attractions described. 

Not included: tips, expenses not specified.

Notes: minimum 2 pax. 

Day 5. Santa Marta, Barranquilla and Cartagena - Land transfer from Santa Marta to Cartagena.
Day 5. Santa Marta, Barranquilla and Cartagena - Land transfer from Santa Marta to Cartagena.

Breakfast at the hotel. Assistance at the hotel in Santa Marta and transfer to Cartagena with a stop in Barranquilla, where you will have a City tour visiting the El Prado neighborhood, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Shakira's Monument, Camellon del Rio and Casa del Carnaval.  

Includes: Private transportation with driver in Spanish, local guide in Barranquilla, entrance to the Carnival House. 

Not included: tips, expenses not specified. 

Day 6. Cartagena - City tour
Day 6. Cartagena - City tour

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, we will start the city tour with a panoramic tour of the bay, known for its beaches and vibrant commercial atmosphere. Then, we will enter the picturesque neighborhood of Manga, where the mix of republican architecture and modern skyscrapers creates a fascinating contrast. We will continue with a visit to the Castle or Fort of San Felipe de Barajas, erected in the 17th century by the Spaniards to protect them from pirates and, later, from the English. We will finish with a short walk through the historic center, exploring its colonial buildings, streets and squares full of history. 

Duration: 4 hours

Highlights: Historic Center and San Felipe Castle.

Includes: Transportation in shared service, professional tour guide in Spanish and entrance to San Felipe Castle. 

Not included: tips, expenses not specified.


Day 7. Cartagena - Departure transfer
Day 7. Cartagena - Departure transfer

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rafael Núñez International Airport. 

Guide languages

Español

Meeting point

According to itinerary
Day 1: Medellín
Day 2: Medellín
Day 3: Medellín, Santa Marta
Day 4: Santa Marta
Day 5: Santa Marta, Cartagena de Indias
Day 6: Cartagena de Indias
Day 7: Cartagena de Indias
  • 2 nights accommodation in standard room in Medellín.
  • 2 nights accommodation in standard room in Santa Marta.
  • 2 nights accommodation in standard room in Cartagena.
  • Transfer airport - hotel - airport in private service. 
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel. 
  • Spanish speaking guide for the excursions.
  • Traditional city tour in Medellin in private service.
  • Cultural city tour in Santa Marta in shared service.
  • Ground transfer Santa Marta to Cartagena, with city tour in Barranquilla.
  • City tour in Cartagena in shared service.
  • 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

4 accommodations

Activities

3 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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