Family tour in Colombia:
Coffee & Caribbean

Arrival at Bogotá’s El Dorado international airport, at an altitude of 2,640 m. Transfer to your hotel in the Candelaria district and end of the day free to enjoy the Colombian capital at your leisure, with its mix of modern districts and historic center, urban architecture and green parks. Overnight at the Hotel De La Opera in a Standard room.

Half-day tour of Bogotá’s historic and cultural center, which has preserved its authentic colonial atmosphere; along the cobbled streets, you’ll discover colorful facades, beautifully carved wooden balconies and Baroque churches. Discover the Plaza Bolivar with its imposing buildings (City Hall, Palace of Justice, Cathedral, National Congress…).) Then head for the Paloquemao market, where you can sample exotic flavours and shop for Bogotanos’ favourite dish. Transfer to Bogotá airport for your domestic flight to Pereira, arriving in the « coffee triangle » (made up of three departments: Quindío, Risaralda and Caldas). It is here, on the high Andean plateaus of western Colombia, that almost 10% of the world’s coffee is grown, at altitudes ranging from 800 to 1,800 metres. Welcome and transfer to your hotel near Salento. Night at the Reserva Natural Sazagua in a Suite room.

A day dedicated to discovering the villages and landscapes typical of the coffee region, including a Willys ride through the verdant Cocora Valley and a hike among the wax palms (Colombia’s national tree).

lunch break followed by a visit to the village of Salento: panoramic tour, discovery of local architecture and typical bamboo constructions (guadua). At the end of the day, departure for a game of Tejo, a traditional Colombian « pétanque » game inherited from the indigenous Muisca culture. Overnight at the Reserva Natural Sazagua hotel in a Suite room.

Visit a Colombian coffee plantation, whose production can be as complex and sophisticated as wine. On site, you’ll have the opportunity to walk among the coffee trees, be introduced to the harvesting and roasting processes, before tasting the beverage produced on site. Transport between Salento and Bosque el Saman . Nature trail in a coffee finca: you’ll soar over 40 meters high above the coffee fields. We’ll take you into the colorful world of exotic fruits, with a guided tasting by an expert! You’re sure to be surprised and amazed by the diversity of colors, tastes and textures! Return to Salento and overnight at the Reserva Natural Sazagua hotel in a Suite room.

Private tour of a beautiful property nestled in the heart of the Cocora Valley. With your guide, you’ll set off for a half-day of nature discovery, including the observation of wax palms, waterfalls and numerous birds. The reserve extends over several hectares and is the sole property of the hacienda, guaranteeing the tranquility of the area. The reserve extends over several hectares and is the sole property of the hacienda, guaranteeing the tranquility of the area. A picnic lunch will be served at the foot of the waterfall. Transfer between Salento and the Rio Vieja.Note: Approx. 1 hour’s drive to the banks of the Rio la Vieja, where you’ll board bamboo rafts for a family adventure in the heart of nature. This 12-km route offers an unusual way to discover the local flora and fauna! Departure by private vehicle for Pereira.Domestic flight to Cartagena de Indias. Welcome to Cartagena de Indias, on the Caribbean coast. Transfer to your hotel in the historic center and end of the day free to discover the unrivalled charm of this superb colonial city, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Overnight at the Hotel Bantu in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias in a Superior room.

Here in the Caribbean, coconuts aren’t just an edible fruit… they’re also used to design a wide range of accessories and decorations! The DAMARTES (Damas y Madres del Arte) project is an association of women sponsored by the Proboquilla Foundation, helping them to create their own income through coconut-based crafts. They all have impressive lives and stories, which they love to share with every visitor. The association is a working group of great women capable of creating amazing things from simple objects. After a brief presentation of the association, you will be invited to create your own coconut object: bracelet, key ring, earrings, necklace, vase, belt, etc. Enthusiasm and patience will be the watchwords! The workshop will take place in a rustic but typical restaurant on the beaches of the village of La Boquilla… Lunch is taken on site. Afternoon free to enjoy the many attractions of Cartagena. You can visit the historic city at your own pace and enjoy its unique atmosphere, discover the modern district of Bocagrande, store for handicrafts in Las Bovedas, take a day trip to relax on the Rosario islands, admire the sunset from the city walls. Overnight at the Hotel Bantu in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias in a Superior room.

Transfer from your hotel to Cartagena harbour. Take the boat to the San Bernardo archipelago, enjoy a welcome cocktail and settle into your bungalow on Isla Mucura. Relax, swim… Overnight at Hotel Punta Faro in a Junior Suite.

A day in the heart of the San Bernardo archipelago. In this paradise-like setting, bordered by stretches of white sand, everything invites you to relax: swimming in the warm, clear Caribbean waters, water sports, nature walks along the hotel’s trails, lazing around and relaxing, panoramic tours of the surrounding islands, scuba diving… Overnight at the Punta Faro hotel in a Junior Suite room.

In the late morning, return to Cartagena de Indias by boat. Transfer between the port of Cartagena de Indias and your hotel. End of the day free to enjoy Cartagena’s many attractions (historic sites, strolls through typical streets, crafts, restaurants, swimming…). Overnight at the Hotel Bantu in Cartagena de Indias’ historic center in a Superior room.

Transfer to Cartagena airport for your domestic flight to Bogota. Arrive at Bogota’s El Dorado international airport and check-in for your international flight.