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C A R R IB E A N SE A
Tayrona NP
Cartagena Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta VENEZUEL A Villa de Leyva Zipaquira Bogota
Adventure Level
A
Cultural Discovery
Nature & Wildlife
Colombia 15 days Trip Code: XDG
Manizales Los Nevados NP Armenia
A N D E S
New
CO LO M B I A
Discover Colombia
Sleep in hammocks at Tayrona NP · Discover Cartagena, the colonial jewel of the Caribbean coast · Explore highland coffee villages
Tayrona NP
Dates & Prices Guide
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One of South America's most beautiful and interesting countries, Colombia is still largely undiscovered. Experience the contrasts between the lively and cosmopolitan capital, Bogota, the atmospheric cobbled streets and colonial buildings of Cartagena and the laid-back, welcoming countryside. Walk amongst the snowy peaks of Los Nevados National Park, explore the rolling hills of the central coffee zone and relax in hammocks near the superb Caribbean beaches of Tayrona NP.
2012
Sat 18 Feb - Sat 3 Mar Sat 16 Jun - Sat 30 Jun Sat 25 Aug - Sat 8 Sep Sat 13 Oct - Sat 27 Oct
With flights
Without flights
Itinerary
Day 1/2 Fly to Bogota and take a tour around the city Day 3/4 Villa de Leyva Visit the unique Salt Cathedral, carved out of salt bedrock in Zipaquira. In Villa de Leyva you then take a tour to see the town's main plaza and important colonial buildings. Day 5 Manizales Flying south to Manizales, you find yourself in the heart of Colombia's "coffee zone", surrounded by steep mountains. Day 6 Los Nevados NP In the mountains you spend the day in Los Nevados NP. Hike amongst glaciers, waterfalls and lunar-like lava fields. Day 7 Coffee Plantation A visit to a coffee plantation will show you the production process from bean to cup, with plenty of taste tests along the way! Day 8-10 Cartegena Cartegena is full of Colombian character and charm. Wander its narrow streets and colourful plazas and discover historic gems along the way. Day 11 Tayrona NP Pausing en route at Totumo mud volcano for a mud bath, you reach Tayrona NP. Walk through the jungle to the park's pristine beaches and spend the night in hammocks, for an authentic Colombian beach experience. Day 12 Santa Marta Today has been left free for you to relax and enjoy the park. The energetic among you might like to visit the ruined, pre-Colombian town of Pueblito. Day 13 Bogota Fly back to Bogota where you have the rest of the day free. Day 14/15 Overnight flight home.
Essentials
Graded moderate. The hike in Los Nevados NP is at high altitude (approx 5,000m above sea level) and there is a risk of altitude sickness. Road journeys aren't significantly long, but are often winding. One night will be spent sleeping in hammocks under thatched shelters.. Activities City tours, walking, discovering natural wonders, exploring local villages Transport Domestic flight, private charter vehicle Accommodation Hotels (12nts) hammock (1nt) Meals included 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 3 dinners
2013
£2,669 £2,699 £2,699 £2,699 £2,779 £2,779 £2,779 £2,779
£1,859 £1,859 £1,859 £1,859 £1,929 £1,929 £1,929 £1,929
Sat 16 Feb - Sat 2 Mar Sat 15 Jun - Sat 29 Jun Sat 24 Aug - Sat 7 Sep Sat 12 Oct - Sat 26 Oct
All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). For insurance details see p193. Flights Indirect flights with Iberia from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change.
Bogota Average Daily Max Temp °C 15 12 9 6 3 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 5 5 4 3 3 4 5 4 4 3 5 4 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 150 120 90 60 30 0
For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/XDG
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