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About this trip
Great Food & Unique Schedule Flexibility
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IDENTIFICATION ~ A passport valid for 6 months beyond the tour start date is required.
ALTITUDE ~ Bogotá: 8,612 ft ~ Armenia: 4,865 ft ~ Cali: 3,327 ft
WEATHER ~ August is considered one of the best months to visit Colombia. Because of its altitude, Bogotá’s temperatures are fairly constant throughout the year, ranging from 65f daytime to 48f nighttime and very little chance of rain. Cali and Armenia are lower altitude and a little warmer in August with highs of about 85f and lows around 60f – still very pleasant!
TRANSPORTATION ~ We use various modes of transportation including small regional commercial planes, vans, and taxis. There will also be an opportunity for a leisurely horse ride in the hills.
PHYSICAL EXERTION ~ Moderately High Exertion (4 of 5) – Due to the altitude and the steep hills, we consider this tour more physically challenging than most of our tours. In order to be able to enjoy all the tour has to offer, tourists should be physically agile and be comfortable walking at a leisurely but constant pace at altitude for 15 minutes at a time. Irregular steps and uneven streets are common. There are opportunities for more strenuous hikes for those looking for more challenges.
Easily combine this tour.
What’s included
- AccommodationsAccommodations for 8 nights for one person in a double occupancy room (unless single occupancy upgrade is chosen).
- Airport TransportGround transportation between the airport in Bogotá (BOG) and hotel on scheduled arrival day and hotel in Cali to the airport (CLO) for return flight anytime on departure day.
- Inter-City TransportAll in-country city to city transportation (i.e. flight between Bogotá and Armenia and van rides between various other cities)
- Activity TransportTransportation to and from all scheduled daily activities.
- Scheduled ActivitiesEntrance fees for all scheduled cultural sites, museums and special studio visits.
- Two MealsTwo meals including a Welcome Lunch and Celebration Dinner (guests are responsible for all other meals)
What’s not included
- Arrival/Depart TransportArrival and departure airports are DIFFERENT! Guests are responsible for arranging and purchasing their own travel to arrive in Bogotá (BOG) and depart from Cali (CLO) on designated days.
- MealsOther than the two noted meals, all other food and drink are the guest's responsibility.
- InsuranceInsurance is not included. We recommend tourists consider purchasing their own travel & health insurance and consult with their medical professional regarding recommended vaccinations & precautions.
Available Packages
Itinerary
Tuesday – Travel/Arrival day to Bogotá where we stay
for 3 nights
Wednesday & Thursday – Experience Bogotá's vibrant art scene and rich culture. Visits include:
• Museums such as Museo del Oro, Museo de Arte Colonial, Museo Botero, and Museo Nacional
• Cultural sites such as Mount Monserrate & Historic Center
• Various neighborhoods including San Felipe and La Concordia (and its market)
• Visit to the quaint nearby town of Zipaquirá where we'll visit the underground Salt Cathedral
Friday – Travel day to Armenia by plane where we stay two nights exploring the downtown area including the Museo de oro Quimbaya
Saturday – Day trip to nearby Cocora Valley, Salento, and Filandia
Sunday – Travel day via van to Cali with a stop at Calarca (to visit a Coffee Farm)
Monday & Tuesday – We explore Cali with stops including Parque San Antonio, Iglesia de Lourdes, La Merced, Rio Cali, El Penol, Plaza de Mercado, Arte Quintero's gallery, and various other museums, galleries, and shops
Wednesday – Travel / Departure Day