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Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City

Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you’ve ever had. And you’re only scratching the surface of what’s in store for you on this 22-day trip. Check out the resurgence of culture, art, and food in Bogotá and Medellín, dive deep into the Caribbean vibe of Cartagena, learn about Indigenous culture from the Arhuaco Community at Katanzama, get back to nature in Minca, and trek to ancient Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), known to the locals as Teyuna. Colombia will change you. All you have to do is let it.

Tour details

Tour Provider	G Adventures
Price From	$6,351
Number of Days	22
Start Location	Bogotá, Colombia
End Location	Santa Marta, Colombia
Age Range	Avg. 30+
Group Size	1 to 16
Tour Style	Standard
Tour Themes	Virtuoso
Physical Rating	Moderate to Challenging

Itinerary Open all

Day 1 - Bogotá

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 - Bogotá/Armenia

Enjoy breakfast in Bogotá before boarding a flight to Armenia, in Colombia’s coffee region. Spend two nights outside Armenia in a traditional hacienda.

Day 3 - Armenia

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Visit Armenia market before coffee farm tour in the Calarcá area to learn more about the coffee culture here.

Day 4 - Armenia/Salento

Take a morning hike through the Cocora Valley before an afternoon arrival to Salento. Continue the full coffee experience in the region of Quindío.

Day 5 - Salento/Medellín

Drive through beautiful landscapes to Medellín. Opt to explore the city in the evening.

Day 6 - Medellín

Enjoy a neighbourhood tour of the city and learn the fascinating recent history of the city's ongoing transformation. Spend the rest of the day with free time to explore this vibrant city.

Day 7 - Medellín

Enjoy another free day and opt to visit the nearby town of Guatapé, with its colourful houses and famous rock. Or ride the metrocable, a cable car part of Medellín’s public transportation, for sweeping views of the city and surrounding mountains.

Day 8 - Medellín/Cartagena

Hop on a morning flight to Cartagena and arrive in time to spend the afternoon exploring the old walled city. Opt for dinner and a night out in this lively town.

Day 9 - Cartagena

Enjoy a free day exploring all Cartagena has to offer. Opt to enjoy the beautiful coast or explore the charming colonial city.

Day 10 - Cartagena

Enjoy a city tour, visiting the colonial walled city and fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy free time to take in the Caribbean vibe of the city and beach.

Day 11 - Cartagena/Minca

Travel to the small town of Minca, breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy free time to explore.

Day 12 - Minca to Tayrona National Park Area

Leave Minca behind as the group heads into the Tayrona National Park area to spend the day visiting a nearby indigenous community. Gain insights into the rich traditional cultures of this region, and the Arhuacos. Enjoy a textile weaving demonstration by members of local families in the Katanzama community. Afterwards, transfer to your accommodations just outside Tayrona National Park, where you will have free time to enjoy the property and its amenities. Relax in a nearby hammock, find a local restaurant for dinner, and enjoy the cool ocean breeze.

Day 13 - Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona

Head into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike with a local guide. This is a perfect opportunity to experience nature and learn a little more about the rich, natural diversity of northern Colombia. Lunch is included during your hike. Afterwards, the group will travel the short distance to our nearby accommodations and spend free time unwinding after a full day of exploring this stunning national park.

Day 14 - Tayrona National Park Area / Taganga

In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival.

Day 15 - Taganga/Santa Marta

With a free day at leisure, tour Taganga by foot or don a snorkel and mask and explore the water. This evening, travel to Santa Marta and join your group for an optional evening out on the town.

Day 16 - Santa Marta

Relax on the beautiful Caribbean coast in Santa Marta or go further afield to explore.

Day 17 - Santa Marta/Ricardito Camp

Wake up and hit the road to the village of El Mamey where your trek to the Lost City of Teyuna begins. Trek through farmland, steamy jungle, and rural Kogi communities. Enjoy and let it all soak in – this is your opportunity to get a glimpse into the local way of life in the remote river valleys of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The group will have lunch at the village and hike about 4 hours to the first basecamp.

Day 18 - Ricardito Camp/Teyuna Paraiso Camp

Venture further into the lush jungle en route to Ciudad Perdida. Be prepared – today is a tough portion of the trek with a lot of steep views. Arrive at the campsite in the afternoon for some much needed relaxation by the river.

Day 19 - Paraiso Camp to Mumake Camp

Wake up early feeling refreshed, recharged (hopefully!) and start your trek to La Ciudad Perdida. Climb the 1200 ancient steps and explore the different sacred sites of Lost City. Later, continue trekking through the deep jungle today on winding paths through banana trees and cacao plants as you make your way to Mumake Camp. The total hiking time today is 8 hours with about 3 hours to explore the Lost City.

Day 20 - Mumake Camp to Las Cascadas Camp

The group will have an early departure from Mumake Camp. Hike past the village of El Mamey and arrive to Ricardito Camp where you'll have lunch and rest for the remainder of the day.

Day 21 - Santa Marta

In the morning, take in your last views of the jungle as you trek back to Machete Pelao. Transfer to Santa Marta where the rest of the day is yours to relax.

Day 22 - Santa Marta

Depart at any time.

Inclusions

Your G for Good Moment: Katanzama Community Visit, Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Coffee Farm Tour, Calarcá Your Discover Moment: Cartagena
Hacienda stay
Valle de Cocora hike
Medellín city tour
City tour in Cartagena
Tayrona National Park (excluding February departures) hike with local guide (5hrs)
Taganga Orientation Walk
Trek to the Lost City with an indigenous guide (5 days)
Guided tour of the Lost City
Internal flights
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Departure dates

All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply

Start	End	Availability	Price NZD
06 Sep 2025	27 Sep 2025	2	$7,219
18 Oct 2025	08 Nov 2025	11	$6,351
08 Nov 2025	29 Nov 2025	6	$6,351
29 Nov 2025	20 Dec 2025	1	$7,939
13 Dec 2025	03 Jan 2026	3	$8,899
20 Dec 2025	10 Jan 2026	8	$8,899
27 Dec 2025	17 Jan 2026	10	$8,899
03 Jan 2026	24 Jan 2026	15	$8,459
10 Jan 2026	31 Jan 2026	15	$8,459
17 Jan 2026	07 Feb 2026	11	$8,459
24 Jan 2026	14 Feb 2026	8	$8,459
31 Jan 2026	21 Feb 2026	15	$8,459
07 Feb 2026	28 Feb 2026	6	$8,459
14 Feb 2026	07 Mar 2026	13	$8,459
21 Feb 2026	14 Mar 2026	12	$8,459
28 Feb 2026	21 Mar 2026	13	$8,459
07 Mar 2026	28 Mar 2026	15	$8,899
14 Mar 2026	04 Apr 2026	16	$8,899
21 Mar 2026	11 Apr 2026	15	$8,899
28 Mar 2026	18 Apr 2026	14	$8,899
18 Apr 2026	09 May 2026	12	$8,899
16 May 2026	06 Jun 2026	15	$8,459
06 Jun 2026	27 Jun 2026	16	$8,459
13 Jun 2026	04 Jul 2026	16	$8,459
20 Jun 2026	11 Jul 2026	15	$8,459
27 Jun 2026	18 Jul 2026	16	$8,459
04 Jul 2026	25 Jul 2026	16	$8,459
11 Jul 2026	01 Aug 2026	16	$8,459
18 Jul 2026	08 Aug 2026	16	$8,459
25 Jul 2026	15 Aug 2026	16	$8,459
01 Aug 2026	22 Aug 2026	14	$8,459
08 Aug 2026	29 Aug 2026	16	$8,459
17 Oct 2026	07 Nov 2026	15	$7,939
24 Oct 2026	14 Nov 2026	15	$7,939
31 Oct 2026	21 Nov 2026	16	$7,939
07 Nov 2026	28 Nov 2026	15	$7,939
21 Nov 2026	12 Dec 2026	14	$7,939
28 Nov 2026	19 Dec 2026	16	$7,939
05 Dec 2026	26 Dec 2026	16	$8,899
12 Dec 2026	02 Jan 2027	16	$8,899
19 Dec 2026	09 Jan 2027	16	$8,899
26 Dec 2026	16 Jan 2027	16	$8,899
02 Jan 2027	23 Jan 2027	16	$7,939
16 Jan 2027	06 Feb 2027	16	$7,939
23 Jan 2027	13 Feb 2027	16	$7,939
30 Jan 2027	20 Feb 2027	16	$7,939
06 Feb 2027	27 Feb 2027	16	$7,939
13 Feb 2027	06 Mar 2027	16	$7,939
20 Feb 2027	13 Mar 2027	16	$7,939
27 Feb 2027	20 Mar 2027	16	$7,939
06 Mar 2027	27 Mar 2027	16	$7,939
13 Mar 2027	03 Apr 2027	16	$7,939
27 Mar 2027	17 Apr 2027	16	$7,939
10 Apr 2027	01 May 2027	16	$7,939
24 Apr 2027	15 May 2027	16	$7,939
08 May 2027	29 May 2027	16	$7,939
22 May 2027	12 Jun 2027	16	$7,939
05 Jun 2027	26 Jun 2027	16	$7,939
12 Jun 2027	03 Jul 2027	16	$7,939
19 Jun 2027	10 Jul 2027	16	$7,939
03 Jul 2027	24 Jul 2027	16	$7,939
17 Jul 2027	07 Aug 2027	16	$7,939
31 Jul 2027	21 Aug 2027	16	$7,939
07 Aug 2027	28 Aug 2027	16	$7,939
18 Sep 2027	09 Oct 2027	16	$7,939
02 Oct 2027	23 Oct 2027	16	$7,939
16 Oct 2027	06 Nov 2027	16	$7,939
23 Oct 2027	13 Nov 2027	16	$7,939
30 Oct 2027	20 Nov 2027	16	$7,939
06 Nov 2027	27 Nov 2027	16	$7,939
20 Nov 2027	11 Dec 2027	16	$7,939
27 Nov 2027	18 Dec 2027	16	$7,939
04 Dec 2027	25 Dec 2027	16	$7,939
11 Dec 2027	01 Jan 2028	16	$7,939
18 Dec 2027	08 Jan 2028	16	$7,939
25 Dec 2027	15 Jan 2028	16	$7,939