22 Day Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City

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Trip Length

22 Days

Trip Starts

Bogota

Trip Finishes

Santa Marta

22 Day Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City Itinerary (G Adventures)

Countries Explored: Colombia

Trip Operator

G Adventures

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Trip Style

Classic

Departures

Mar 2025 to Dec 2026

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Affordable

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Challenging

Guide Level

Fully Guided

Trip Code

SMBS

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 22 Day 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 Wiwa people of Gotshezhy, get back to nature in Minca, and trek to ancient Ciudad Perdida...read more

Itinerary

There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. Stay: Hotel Grace Chapinero

Enjoy breakfast in Bogotá before boarding a flight to Armenia, in Colombia’s coffee region. Spend two nights outside Armenia in a traditional hacienda. Stay: Hostal Mi Monaco (B)

Visit Armenia town and market for breakfast before enjoying a tour of a coffee farm in the Calarcá area to learn more about the coffee culture here. Stay: Hostal Mi Monaco (B/L)

Enjoy exploring Salento and getting a feel for the town. Stay: Hotel Salento Real (B)

Drive through beautiful landscapes to Medellín. Opt to explore the city in the evening. Stay: Hotel Seven Inn Medellin (B)

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. Stay: Hotel Seven Inn Medellin (B)

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. Stay: Hotel Seven Inn Medellin (B)

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. Stay: Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia (B)

Enjoy a free day exploring all Cartagena has to offer. Opt to enjoy the beautiful coast or explore the charming colonial city. Stay: Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia (B)

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. Stay: Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia (B)

Travel to the small town of Minca, breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy free time to explore. Stay: Hotel Minca La Casona (B)

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. Stay: Posada Villa Margarita (B/L)

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. Stay: Posada Villa Margarita (B/L)

In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival. Stay: Ocean Taganga (B)

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. Stay: Hotel Tayromar (B)

Use the day to soak up some sun or make any last minute purchases before starting the big trek. Stay: Hotel Tayromar (B)

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. (B/L/D)

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. (B/L/D)

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. (B/L/D)

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. (B/L/D)

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. Stay: Hotel Tayromar (B/L)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Discover the different neighbourhoods of Bogotá.
Savour the tastes and aromas of Colombian coffee.
Learn about the history of Medellín.
Relax on the beach in Santa Marta.
Hike to the Lost City.
Spend time with the Gotshezhy Indigenous community.
Discover the beauty in Tayrona National Park.

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)
Wiwa Community Visit & Lunch
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

Hotels/guesthouses (15 Nights), hacienda (2 Nights), camping (4 nts in hammocks or rustic bunks)

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, indigenous local guides

21 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners

Plane, private van, public bus, 4x4, walking

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

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Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City

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Day 1: Bogotá

Day 2: Bogotá - Armenia

Day 3: Armenia

Day 4: Armenia - Salento

Day 5: Salento - Medellín

Day 6: Medellín

Day 7: Medellín

Day 8: Medellín - Cartagena

Day 9: Cartagena

Day 10: Cartagena

Day 11: Cartagena - Minca

Day 12: Minca to Tayrona National Park Area

Day 13: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona

Day 14: Tayrona National Park Area - Taganga

Day 15: Taganga - Santa Marta

Day 16: Santa Marta

Day 17: Santa Marta - Ricardito Camp

Day 18: Ricardito Camp - Teyuna Paraiso Camp

Day 19: Paraiso Camp to Mumake Camp

Day 20: Mumake Camp to Las Cascadas Camp

Day 21: Santa Marta

Day 22: Santa Marta

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