10 Days • 9 Nights
Luxury Colombia: Cartagena, Coffee & the Caribbean
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- A landmark colonial mansion hotel in Cartagena
- Private old town and cultural touring
- A luxury coffee hacienda
- Private coffee tastings and the Cocora Valley
- An exclusive private Caribbean island
- Fine dining and white-glove service
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 10-day journey.
Met at the airport and transferred by private car to a landmark boutique hotel in a restored colonial mansion. Settle into your suite and enjoy a gourmet welcome dinner in the old town.
A private tour of Cartagena's colourful old town with an expert guide, and an afternoon at leisure with a sunset sail and a fine dinner.
A day to indulge, a private cooking class, a spa, boutique shopping, or the rooftop bars and cuisine of the city.
Another day of luxury in Cartagena, an art tour, a private boat day, or simply the beautiful old town.
A flight to a luxury coffee hacienda in the emerald coffee region, with private tastings and a sunset over the plantations.
A private day on a working coffee estate learning the journey from bean to cup, and a visit to the Cocora Valley with its towering wax palms.
A day to enjoy the hacienda in luxury, a private horseback ride, a spa, bird-watching, or simply the beautiful scenery.
A private transfer and boat to an exclusive private island in the Rosario archipelago. Sink your toes into the white sand and watch the sun set over the turquoise sea.
A day of Caribbean bliss on your private island, snorkelling coral reefs, a couples' massage, or simply relaxing on the sand, with gourmet dining under the stars.
After breakfast you transfer back to Cartagena for your onward international departure, having experienced the finest of Colombia.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, gourmet dining as specified, a welcome dinner, a coffee-farm lunch and full board on the island
- Airport and internal transfers
- Touring, sightseeing and activities as per itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
- Domestic flights as specified
- National park and attraction entry fees as per itinerary
- private Cartagena and coffee-region touring, an exclusive island stay and domestic flights
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Premium wines and spa treatments beyond those included
- Optional additional private charters
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: Most nationalities, including UK, US, EU, Canadian and Australian passport holders, do not need a visa for tourism and receive up to 90 days on arrival; a passport valid for at least six months is required. We confirm details for your nationality
- Currency: The currency is the Colombian Peso; cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels, but carry cash for markets, small vendors and the coffee region and coast. We advise on current money matters
- Diverse climates: Colombia sits near the equator, so temperature depends more on altitude than season, Bogota is cool, Medellin is the 'city of eternal spring', and the Caribbean coast is hot year-round; pack for the range in your itinerary
- Best time to visit: Colombia is a year-round destination; the drier months (December to March and July to August) are ideal, though the coffee region and coast are lovely throughout, with occasional rain
- Getting around: Colombia is large and mountainous, so itineraries use domestic flights between regions such as Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin and the coffee region; these are arranged and included where specified
- Safety: Colombia has transformed in recent decades and is a warm, welcoming and increasingly popular destination; we use trusted local guides and drivers and sensible precautions, and most visitors find it friendly, safe and easy in the areas we visit
- Health: A yellow fever vaccination is recommended for the Amazon and some jungle and coastal areas; bring insect repellent and sun protection, and drink bottled water outside the main cities. We advise on current requirements
- Culture & power: Colombians are famously warm and welcoming; a little Spanish goes a long way, and tipping around ten percent is customary. Power is 110V with type A and B plugs, so US travellers need no adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
What hotels will we stay in?
You stay in Colombia's finest properties, a landmark colonial mansion hotel in Cartagena, a luxury coffee hacienda and an exclusive private island in the Rosario archipelago. Exact properties are tailored to your dates and confirmed on booking.
Is everything private?
Yes — this is a fully private, tailor-made journey with private guides, transfers, exclusive experiences and a private-island stay, and every detail from fine dining to spa days arranged around you in supreme comfort.
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included, along with any meals named in the itinerary such as a welcome dinner or a coffee-farm lunch. Colombia's food, from fresh Caribbean seafood to hearty Andean fare, is a delight, so most other meals are left free with our recommendations.
Are domestic flights included?
Yes — the domestic flights between regions specified in your itinerary, such as Bogota to Cartagena or the coffee region, are arranged and included, along with all airport and hotel transfers, so your journey is seamless.
Is Colombia safe to visit?
Colombia has transformed in recent decades and is a warm, welcoming and increasingly popular destination. We use trusted local guides and drivers and sensible precautions throughout, and most visitors find the areas we visit friendly, safe and easy.
Do I need a visa for Colombia?
Most nationalities do not need a visa for tourism and receive up to 90 days on arrival with a passport valid for at least six months. We confirm the requirement for your nationality when you book.
When is the best time to visit Colombia?
Colombia is a year-round destination; the drier months (December to March and July to August) are ideal, though the coffee region and coast are lovely throughout. Temperature depends on altitude, so pack for the range in your itinerary.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can adjust the balance of city, coast, coffee region and jungle, add the Amazon or Tayrona, change the pace and tailor hotels to your interests and budget.
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