{"id":11518,"date":"2019-12-05T23:59:06","date_gmt":"2019-12-06T04:59:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tomplanmytrip.com\/?p=11518"},"modified":"2026-01-08T06:43:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T11:43:11","slug":"create-ideal-colombia-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/create-ideal-colombia-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Create The Perfect Colombia Itinerary [Method]"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-607bc25b postHeader destSection\" id=\"top\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-de07fd5d destSectionContainer\">\n<p>[tpmt_breadcrumb]<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ef7ef055 destSectionContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-78fa79b2\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8b236cf2 postHeaderTitle\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-boldblocks-svg-block postHeaderTitleIcon svg-b-1\"><div class=\"wp-block-boldblocks-svg-block__inner sm-svg-width\" 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Now living in Colombia, I spend my time discovering the country's hidden gems and crafting extraordinary itineraries.<\/p>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/p>\n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                <a class=\"ppma-author-user_email-profile-data ppma-author-field-meta ppma-author-field-type-email\" aria-label=\"Email\" href=\"mailto:Thomas@tomplanmytrip.com\"  target=\"_self\"><span class=\"dashicons dashicons-email-alt\"><\/span> <\/a><a class=\"ppma-author-user_url-profile-data ppma-author-field-meta ppma-author-field-type-url\" aria-label=\"Website\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/us\/thomas-espeute\/\"  target=\"_self\"><span class=\"dashicons 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                                         \n                                                                                                                    \n                                                            <span class=\"pp-author-boxes-avatar-details\">\n                                                                <span class=\"pp-author-boxes-name multiple-authors-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/author\/th-espeutegmail-com\/\" rel=\"author\" title=\"Thomas Espeute\" class=\"author url fn\">Thomas Espeute<\/a><\/span>                                                                                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                      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The answer is&#8230; <strong>no<\/strong>. Every traveler is different. You have to consider <strong>tastes, expectations, budget, and travel style.<\/strong> In short, dozens of factors.<br><br><strong>Since 2015<\/strong>, I\u2019ve crafted and improved <strong>hundreds of itineraries<\/strong> for Tomplanmytrip readers, friends, and family. Here are my top recommendations for an incredible trip to Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postHeaderInfos has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-64b0c7a8b85d17669ed3c364d254aed5\"><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23c44a2d\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-326e7c7e destHeaderMask light\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Cayo-Cangrejo-Providencia-Island-Colombia-Caribbean-Islands-Tom-Adrien-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cayo Cangrejo - Providencia Island - Colombia - Caribbean Islands - Tom Adrien\" class=\"wp-image-83768\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Cayo-Cangrejo-Providencia-Island-Colombia-Caribbean-Islands-Tom-Adrien-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Cayo-Cangrejo-Providencia-Island-Colombia-Caribbean-Islands-Tom-Adrien-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Cayo-Cangrejo-Providencia-Island-Colombia-Caribbean-Islands-Tom-Adrien-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23e84385 destSectionContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fb46d96e postHeaderAccordion gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1e294904 postHeaderAccordionPanel gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2ec74e2a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2ec74e2a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why trust TOM PLAN MY TRIP?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b0893f7b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b0893f7b\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3f988422 postHeaderAccordionPanelContent\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bd22543f postHeaderAccordionPanelContentInfos\">\n\n<p>We are on a quest across Colombia to discover<strong> the top local agencies<\/strong> to establish a trustworthy <strong>network of experts<\/strong> and gather <strong>unique, valuable insights<\/strong> for each destination. 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data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/EnCjuyU3DGgQcWM39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More than 130 5-stars reviews<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c2599e1e postHeaderAccordionPanelContentRight\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full postHeaderAccordionPanelContentRightIcon\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"276\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/icon-itinerary.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-76102\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/icon-itinerary.png 276w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/icon-itinerary-170x300.png 170w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Colombia since 2015<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 975 verified experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ de 125 experts met<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>+ 285 optimized itineraries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-424babf4 destMenu\" id=\"destMenuFr\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2443ebb4 destMenuItem\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"#postWhat\"><\/a>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-200bb8ff destMenuItemPicto\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a33d2c10\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"91\" height=\"85\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a33d2c10\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-star.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"icon-star\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"gb-button gb-button-4e9eb659 gb-button-text\">Itinerary<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8d28de84 destMenuItem\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"#pics\"><\/a>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ea856f44 destMenuItemPicto\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-743237f1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"417\" height=\"379\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-743237f1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-photo.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"icon-photo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-photo.png 417w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-photo-300x273.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 417px) 100vw, 417px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"gb-button gb-button-be85b77e gb-button-text\">In pictures<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-82ac0a77 destMenuItem\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"#tip\"><\/a>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1f8866b2 destMenuItemPicto\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-a6f91cb1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"276\" height=\"459\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-a6f91cb1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/icon-facile.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"icon-facile\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/icon-facile.png 276w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/icon-facile-180x300.png 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"gb-button gb-button-159a9a1d gb-button-text\">Golden rules<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1b823f90 destMenuItem\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"#destExperience\"><\/a>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-af395ea5 destMenuItemPicto\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-fbb68054\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"94\" height=\"128\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-fbb68054\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-sac.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"icon-sac\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"gb-button gb-button-6f7419b4 gb-button-text\">Tours<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34575915 destMenuItem\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"#service\"><\/a>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cb8f8e0c destMenuItemPicto\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-88b47d71\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"204\" height=\"93\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-88b47d71\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-fleche.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"icon-fleche\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"gb-button gb-button-f1b28020 gb-button-text\">Service<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-31494a2d destMenuItem\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"#destMap\"><\/a>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-039a695d destMenuItemPicto\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-0322bc16\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"95\" height=\"93\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-0322bc16\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/icon-carte.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"icon-carte\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"gb-button gb-button-64cdb4c8 gb-button-text\">Map<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-9f05bb2e destSection\" id=\"postWhat\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7edfd080 destSectionContainer\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7ba07858fce08de3bfb39126e3403f23\" id=\"cle\">3 weeks Colombia Itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center destIntro has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1d47184501f7c0c54f9c22a440a8f40b\">An example of a day-by-day itinerary for Colombia<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f66c5a58 postItineraryBoxCarousel\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e05addb2 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-337231d7 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-232d98db7b852e1f82139df64cd14d26\">Day 1 &#8211; Day 3: Bogota<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c19ac1c9f579ada55e1cfcf5f6fb027c\">Discover la Candelaria and hike in a P\u00e1ramo.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a864533e gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5758b743 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-cdb815b5 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-cdb815b5\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path 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via <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/bogota-around\/bogota\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8834\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94598\">Bogot\u00e1 <\/a><\/strong>is often the <strong>simplest choice.<\/strong> The capital might not be very attractive at first glance (cold, chaotic, and huge), but it\u2019s a must-visit for museums, good food, and excursions to the famous p\u00e1ramos.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-03a7c52c gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-32502fa0 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-32502fa0\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 1: Candelaria\u2019s museums &amp; Monserrate<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-2d0c7c63\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2d0c7c63\">\n\n<p>To keep it simple, you arrived in <strong>Bogot\u00e1<\/strong> the night before. Take an <a data-lasso-id=\"94599\" href=\"https:\/\/eldorado.aero\/en\/servicios\/taxis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Imperial taxi<\/strong><\/a> (from doors 5 or 6) or private transport to your hotel, and make sure to withdraw some <strong>Colombian Pesos<\/strong> before leaving the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the morning, head to <strong>La Candelaria<\/strong>, a vibrant historic neighborhood that I love. It\u2019s the historic center of <strong>Bogot\u00e1<\/strong>, full of life and fascinating museums. Book a tour to better understand Colombia\u2019s history; I recommend the Free Walking Tour &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondcolombia.com\/tours\/2-free-war-peace-tour-bogota?locale=en\" data-lasso-id=\"94600\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>War and Peace<\/strong><\/a>&#8221; with <strong>Beyond Colombia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For lunch, savor an <strong>Ajiaco<\/strong>. <strong>La Puerta Falsa<\/strong> is popular, but I suggest <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5TAZTatWSWymarHe8\" data-lasso-id=\"94601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Santa Fe<\/strong><\/a> for a better experience. Skip dessert and head to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/MBSofRuuFDVHMPoNA\" data-lasso-id=\"94602\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>La Perseverancia<\/strong><\/a> market to discover exotic fruits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Afterward, visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/LHHdryLRG7PxYyXg6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94603\"><strong>Museo del Oro<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to explore Indigenous history through a collection of ancient artifacts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around 4:30 PM, take the cable car up to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/GaipLeGbmr3CdmkC8\" data-lasso-id=\"94604\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Monserrate<\/strong><\/a> and, if possible, enjoy a sunset over <strong>Bogot\u00e1<\/strong>\u2014a perfect way to end your day.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d81f3b98 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c3f0cf06 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c3f0cf06\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 2: Visit a stunning Paramo<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e357eeb3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e357eeb3\">\n\n<p><strong>P\u00e1ramos<\/strong> are a unique ecosystem found in only five countries, with most of them in Colombia. Located between 3,000 and 4,500 meters, these areas offer breathtaking landscapes. Bogot\u00e1 is surrounded by two p\u00e1ramos: <strong>Chingaza<\/strong> and <strong>Sumapaz<\/strong>. I prefer <strong>Sumapaz<\/strong> because entry is free, making the tours more budget-friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I had a fantastic tour with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andesecotours.com\/\" data-lasso-id=\"94605\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Andr\u00e9s<\/strong><\/a>. We started around 9 AM, followed by a 2-hour drive to <strong>Sumapaz<\/strong>. Once there, you spend 3-4 hours in the national park, exploring the &#8220;forests&#8221; of <strong>frailejones<\/strong>\u2014an endemic plant\u2014and looking out for animals like the <strong>spectacled bear<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hike is of <strong>moderate difficulty<\/strong> if you\u2019re used to walking in nature, but dress warmly, as you\u2019ll be at 3,500 meters and the climate is humid. The entire trip takes about 8-9 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If hiking isn&#8217;t your thing, <strong>Andr\u00e9s<\/strong> also offers a 4&#215;4 tour in the <strong>Chingaza p\u00e1ramo<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-96cb222b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-65afa40e gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-65afa40e\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay in Bogota<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-a9b90742\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a9b90742\">\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/ideal-district-hostel-bogota\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4851\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94606\">I prefer staying in Quinta Camacho or Zona G<\/a><\/strong> in Chapinero because the area is safer than La Candelaria at night (though in Bogot\u00e1, you always need to stay vigilant). Plus, there are excellent restaurants, and you&#8217;re still close to La Candelaria (20 minutes by taxi). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a data-lasso-id=\"94608\" data-lasso-name=\"Lucitania Hotel Boutique\" data-lasso-lid=\"93113\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/lucitania-hotel-boutique-bogota\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"93113\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Lucitania<\/a><\/strong> is among my favorite hotels.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b4626f37\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-fa794dd1 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/bogota-around\/bogota\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">Bogota Travel Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-422904c0 gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#bogota\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-90916390 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graffiti-Tom-Bogota-and-around-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Graffiti Tom - Bogota and around\" class=\"wp-image-81931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graffiti-Tom-Bogota-and-around-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graffiti-Tom-Bogota-and-around-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graffiti-Tom-Bogota-and-around-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d8b4b756 postItineraryBox us\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c86b1e0d postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c87ca1306a776b7ea9c51a1a756a9d94\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">Our secret to actually enjoying your Colombia vacation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb919e6128a2217dc926075b21747671\">AI and social media have turned travel into a frantic race. Everyone follows the same itineraries, rushes from one tourist spot to another for fear of &#8220;missing out,&#8221; without ever stopping to truly experience the country.<br><br>We refuse that for your Colombia trip. No more superficial, exhausting travel.<br><br>In 11 years of passionate exploration, we&#8217;ve meticulously handpicked our favorites\u2014places, experiences, hotels\u2014then organized them in a logical and optimized way. The goal? To give you beautiful, authentic experiences, away from the crowds, with minimal time wasted on transfers.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-41dcd792\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-cd4814c3 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-services\/tailor-made-trip-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"196562\"><strong>See our trips to Colombia<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f0e2270c postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono.jpg\" alt=\"Barichara - Salto del mono\" class=\"wp-image-96577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a617df28 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-933c6bc6 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a909e79ed892f37c49d528f583f0f3d3\">Day 3 &#8211; Day 6: Salento<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7ee2378ce751c38f9e71e271e90ee5f4\">Explore the coffee region and the well-known Cocora Valley.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a48af8bb gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-de9bae4b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f7404484 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-f7404484\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-5457cfd1\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5457cfd1\">\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3342\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94611\">Coffee Region<\/a><\/strong> is ideal for exploring picturesque colonial villages, visiting a coffee farm, and planning <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/los-nevados-national-park-treks\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83922\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94612\">hikes in the Nevados.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most famous attraction is the loop in the <strong>Valle de Cocora<\/strong>, where you can see the world\u2019s tallest wax palms, which grow up to 70 meters tall.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-73e55c86 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-fc5ba44d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-fc5ba44d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 3: Travel to Salento<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-1a2d4b66\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1a2d4b66\">\n\n<p>The simplest way to reach <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/salento\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12078\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195832\">Salento<\/a><\/strong> from <strong>Bogot\u00e1<\/strong> is to take a flight to <a data-lasso-id=\"94614\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/pereira\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12177\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Pereira<\/strong> <\/a>or <strong>Armenia<\/strong>. <strong>Armenia<\/strong> is closer by taxi, but flights are less frequent. Once you arrive, take a taxi to <strong>Salento<\/strong> (ask your hotel to arrange it, it\u2019s about an hour). If you want to save a few dollars, you can also take the bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I prefer to take a flight around 9-10 AM to arrive in <strong>Salento<\/strong> in time for lunch. This quaint colonial village is famous for its brightly colored doors and windows, with many hotels, restaurants, and&#8230; tourists. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/filandia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12115\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94615\">Filandia<\/a><\/strong> is a good alternative if you\u2019re looking for a less crowded place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For lunch, try the trout at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NysLzVCzo5kfiYid7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195833\"><strong>Donde Laurita<\/strong><\/a>. Afterward, wander through the streets of <strong>Salento<\/strong>, especially the shopping street <strong>Calle Real<\/strong>, and take in the view from the <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/8yEUpVx5YxQrWUpMA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195834\"><strong>mirador<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To finish the day, I recommend a game of <strong>tejo<\/strong> (a traditional Colombian game) at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/jJx6npyGD54eYWMy9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195835\"><strong>Canchas Los Amigos<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bf2d7417 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c4ff2bd7 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c4ff2bd7\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 4: Hike to Valley de Cocora<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-79aa4d81\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-79aa4d81\">\n\n<p>Today, it\u2019s time to explore the <strong>Valle de Cocora<\/strong>. I recommend getting up early to avoid the rain and the tourists. Be at the village square around 7 AM to catch one of the famous <strong>Willys.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ride to <strong>Valle de Cocora<\/strong> takes about 25 minutes. I love standing at the back of the jeep\u2014it feels like being in a <strong>National Geographic<\/strong> documentary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once there, you can either admire the giant palms from the miradors or set off on the 12 km loop (or 16 km if you choose to see the hummingbirds at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/eZQSp7CjbBZf77aW9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195836\"><strong>Acaime<\/strong><\/a>). Personally, I always opt for the full loop\u2014it takes about 6 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start at the official entrance and hike up to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/t3APZUdL7tFAZwKo7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195837\"><strong>La Monta\u00f1a<\/strong><\/a>\u2014a perfect spot for a lunch break. Don\u2019t forget to look back at the view as you climb. Next, you\u2019ll descend a steep and muddy slope, so make sure to wear good shoes. The hike finishes by crossing a stunning cloud forest and some swinging bridges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3e2d18b2 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-21af26e8 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-21af26e8\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 5: Visit Filandia &amp; a coffee farm<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-0f2eb8ef\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0f2eb8ef\">\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/filandia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12115\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94622\">Filandia<\/a><\/strong> is an even more charming colonial village than <strong>Salento<\/strong>. I love going there for its excellent restaurants and booking an authentic coffee farm tour, which is less crowded than those in Salento.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get there, catch a <strong>Willys<\/strong> around 8 AM (buy your ticket the day before) to arrive in <strong>Filandia<\/strong> before 9 AM\u2014the journey takes about 40 minutes. This will give you time to join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ruraladventure.co\/coffee-tour-la-palma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195838\"><strong>coffee tour at La Palma<\/strong><\/a>, an authentic experience where you\u2019ll discover the daily life of a farming family that grows and prepares coffee. The tour lasts about 3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For lunch, I recommend <strong>Helena Dentro<\/strong> for its pleasant atmosphere, unique decor, and delicious Colombian cuisine made with local ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>End your day by strolling through <strong>Filandia<\/strong> and participating in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ruraladventure.co\/bejuqueando-ando-tour-haciendo-mi-canasto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195839\"><strong>basket-weaving workshop<\/strong><\/a> using plant fibers at the <strong>Del Bejuco Al Canasto<\/strong> Center.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-24962aaf gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c8aadcaf gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c8aadcaf\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay in Salento<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-5b3d8a9d\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5b3d8a9d\">\n\n<p>The nature around <strong>Salento<\/strong> is so stunning that I recommend <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"94625\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-hotels-salento-quindio-colombia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"36222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">staying outside the village<\/a><\/strong>, but not more than 10 minutes away by taxi to make your excursions easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/reserva-guadalajara-2\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"36234\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94626\" data-lasso-name=\"Reserva Guadalajara\" data-lasso-lid=\"36234\">La Reserva de Guadalajara<\/a><\/strong>, a traditional farm, is one of my favorite spots\u2014you can even arrange a horseback riding trip there. Alternatively, the cozy cabins at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/hotel-kawa-mountain-retreat\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"36224\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94627\" data-lasso-name=\"Hotel Kawa Mountain Retreat\" data-lasso-lid=\"36224\">Kawa Mountain Retreat<\/a><\/strong> are also an excellent choice for a peaceful stay, surrounded by dense vegetation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-25cfa41b\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-d3023bb7 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/salento\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94628\">Salento Travel Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-80630d9e gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#salento\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-22dd3af9 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0b581585\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Cocora-Valley-Wax-palm-tree-4.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee region - Cocora Valley - Wax palm tree (4)\" class=\"wp-image-79693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Cocora-Valley-Wax-palm-tree-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Cocora-Valley-Wax-palm-tree-4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Cocora-Valley-Wax-palm-tree-4-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\"><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fe8aef35 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b27cab0b postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f7cb3c0aff3d1793a4bbf4268b37c9d1\">Day 6 &#8211; Day 9: Jardin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-833715d368bae219fdb2929846a165b0\">Learning to savor the good life in a colonial town.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b55445d9 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-657f4214 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c79cab9a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c79cab9a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b6a48e5c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6a48e5c\">\n\n<p>I love staying for several days in the village of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/jardin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12340\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94631\">Jard\u00edn<\/a><\/strong>. Besides its charming atmosphere, with excellent restaurants and hotels, it\u2019s an ideal spot to combine adventure and relaxation. You can easily organize various excursions in stunning nature, whether on your own or with a guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key to enjoying a Colombian colonial village? Learning to slow down and savor every moment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a352460e gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-16a196e7 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-16a196e7\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 6: The epic journey to reach Jard\u00edn<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-024be5e9\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-024be5e9\">\n\n<p>It\u2019s true that t<strong>he journey from Salento to Jard\u00edn is long<\/strong> (about 9 hours), so many travelers choose to head straight to Medell\u00edn. But trust me, Jard\u00edn is well worth the effort. To get there, first take the only <strong>Salento-Riosucio<\/strong> bus by <strong>Flota Magdalena<\/strong> (departure between 8 AM and 10 AM, around 4 hours of travel). Then, at 3 PM, a <strong>chiva<\/strong>\u2014a large colorful bus with music\u2014will take you to <strong>Jard\u00edn<\/strong> (a 3.5-hour ride).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I like to see this day as a true adventure through the Colombian countryside. The chiva ride is a unique and authentic experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer quicker and more comfortable transportation, you can opt for a private transfer, though it\u2019s rather expensive (around <strong>$250<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-972a2ae7 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2de19a7f gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2de19a7f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 7: Enjoy Jardin\u2019s daily life<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-13921562\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-13921562\">\n\n<p>Jard\u00edn is one of my favorite colonial villages, and you\u2019ll quickly see why. Today, take your time to explore this unique place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start your morning with <strong>a coffee<\/strong> in the main square, either at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/4ue5rkeyBNTYX2JG9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195840\"><strong>Macanas<\/strong><\/a> or <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"97459\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BUdzXJXD7N81gt9t7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Los Andes<\/a><\/strong>\u2014the best way to kick off the day, in my opinion. Then, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9nTADwdKWqWnRq7x5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195841\"><strong>La Herrera<\/strong><\/a> for a one-hour walk, with must-see stops at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/cZZbd5WJctH58E8s8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195842\"><strong>Charco Coraz\u00f3n<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5iASJx6fC343wJyz6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195843\"><strong>Mirador la Herrerita<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qdcWCE3pdsNBLeNM8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195844\"><strong>La Garrucha<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back in the village, I recommend taking a tuk-tuk up to <strong>Cristo Rey<\/strong>. The restaurant <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/22ZxhnZT83mUupyb9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195845\"><strong>Mirador<\/strong><\/a> serves delicious meat with a stunning view of <strong>Jard\u00edn<\/strong>. From there, a 10-minute walk leads to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ouy7ofD8ARASdWBE7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195846\"><strong>Caf\u00e9 Jard\u00edn<\/strong><\/a>, a popular spot for its <strong>Gulupa malteadas<\/strong> (Aleja loves them) and pleasant atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To wrap up your day, don\u2019t miss watching the <strong>Andean Cock-of-the-rock<\/strong> birds in the <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JshhGC77c7fPErUy6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195847\"><strong>nature reserve<\/strong><\/a>\u2014a truly unique spectacle\u2014and finish your day with dinner at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/eshm8jLnp3d4UA3S6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195848\"><strong>Bella Italia<\/strong><\/a>, a pizzeria I consider one of the best in <strong>Colombia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-96f80f66 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-98a46fe6 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-98a46fe6\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 8: Horseback ride to Chorro Blanco waterfall<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-41122da5\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-41122da5\">\n\n<p>Today, I want to take you out of your comfort zone a little. There\u2019s an experience in Jard\u00edn that I really enjoyed, but it\u2019s for <strong>those who don\u2019t mind horseback riding.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For two hours, you\u2019ll follow a mule track through dense vegetation to reach a <strong>breathtaking waterfall<\/strong>. What makes this spot truly special is the chance to go behind the waterfall by passing through a cave hidden under the roots of a tree\u2014like something straight out of an<strong> Indiana Jones adventure.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This excursion includes a traditional lunch (served in a banana leaf) at a farm with friendly hosts and a beautiful view. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">The whole experience lasted\u00a0<strong>about 7 hours,<\/strong>\u00a0and I did it with <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jardindeaventura.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195849\"><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Ja<\/span>rdin de Aventura.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re after something easier and shorter, I\u2019d recommend visiting <strong>La Cueva del Esplendor<\/strong>. It\u2019s an incredible waterfall that flows through a rocky dome, but be ready for some crowds.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2975479f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-93c95507 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-93c95507\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay in Jardin<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-1185678c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1185678c\">\n\n<p>I love the caf\u00e9s and restaurants in Jard\u00edn, so <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-hotels-jardin-antioquia-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"35099\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94643\">I usually stay in the village<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My go-to is the beautiful, eco-friendly <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"94644\" data-lasso-name=\"Plantaci\u00f3n hotel\" data-lasso-lid=\"29537\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/plantacion-hotel\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"29537\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Hotel Plantaci\u00f3n<\/a><\/strong>. Another excellent option is <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"94645\" data-lasso-name=\"Jardin Consentido\" data-lasso-lid=\"93114\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/alojamiento-rural-jardin-consentido\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"93114\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Jard\u00edn Consentido<\/a><\/strong>\u2014the prices are great, you\u2019ll be surrounded by nature, and you can easily reach Jard\u00edn using the Garrucha cable car.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c9361af7\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-6b20143d gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/jardin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94646\">Jardin Travel Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-0ee71f46 gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#jardin\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d5c414c postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cc5d2175\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"Jardin Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-80407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-12d0a15a postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7e233fae postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e5916cc251650c7364805bc7ecdb92ad\">Day 9 &#8211; Day 12: Medellin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c72b0fa048031c4b275c361cb1298f23\">Learn about the city\u2019s transformation &amp; join great day trips.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-57bdebfd gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ccece4e1 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-1abe483a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-1abe483a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c8fdcd38\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c8fdcd38\">\n\n<p><strong>I love<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8850\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94649\">Medell\u00edn<\/a><\/strong> (which is why I stay there regularly) for its wonderful climate, the warmth of its people, its tree-lined streets, and the vibrant nightlife. It\u2019s also a fantastic chance to dive deeper into <strong>the fascinating history of the city<\/strong> and Colombia\u2014a perfect addition to your Bogot\u00e1 tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, enjoy the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/weekend-day-trips-from-medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4202\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94650\">breathtaking excursions around the city.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6507489b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-11d83f6b gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-11d83f6b\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 9: Jardin to Medellin &amp; rooftops<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-936c01ee\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-936c01ee\">\n\n<p>I like to leave Jard\u00edn late in the morning, with enough time to enjoy a final coffee and the tranquil village vibe. After that caffeine kick, it\u2019s time to head to Medell\u00edn. <strong>R\u00e1pido Ochoa<\/strong> buses run regularly (it\u2019s about <strong>a 3-hour drive<\/strong>, and the schedules are available <a data-lasso-id=\"94651\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidoochoa.com.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>on their website<\/strong><\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll arrive at the <strong>Sur Terminal<\/strong> in <strong>Medell\u00edn<\/strong>, which is handy since your accommodation won\u2019t be far by taxi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it\u2019s only a 3-hour journey, between check-ins and check-outs, it can be exhausting. So, I suggest not overdoing it that day. Take a leisurely walk through <strong>Poblado<\/strong> in the late afternoon, then enjoy a cocktail on a rooftop while admiring the city in the valley\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/kgd2TdM3rTjpF8do6\" data-lasso-id=\"94652\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Masaya\u2019s rooftop<\/strong><\/a> is one of my top picks. Then, indulge in a delicious dinner; there are plenty of great restaurants in the area. My favorites include <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/cLJJYbMQjdnewctK6\" data-lasso-id=\"94653\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Idilico<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gHhaHgdJU9X9hnaF8\" data-lasso-id=\"94654\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gabo<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/w9ohpBmw64iKQJhG7\" data-lasso-id=\"94655\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Alambique<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a467b84c gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-460ad855 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-460ad855\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 10: Explore Medellin with a local guide<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e0cc9eb0\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e0cc9eb0\">\n\n<p>Today, you&#8217;ll discover a completely <strong>different side of Medell\u00edn<\/strong>, far from what you\u2019ve seen in Poblado. This is the kind of day <strong>I love to spend with a local guide<\/strong> because the city is so rich in history that you could easily miss a lot on your own. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/medellin\/comuna-13-old-town\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83945\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94656\">I absolutely loved this private tour<\/a><\/strong>, but there are also excellent free walking tours and other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Two main goals for the day<\/strong>: visit Comuna 13 and explore downtown Medell\u00edn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/comuna-13-medellin-colombia-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"87074\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94657\">Comuna<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/comuna-13-medellin-colombia-guide\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"87074\" data-lasso-id=\"94658\"> 13<\/a><\/strong> is the embodiment of Medell\u00edn&#8217;s transformation. Twenty years ago, it was one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world. Today, it&#8217;s filled with alleys covered in street art, breakdancers, and souvenir stands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Downtown Medell\u00edn<\/strong> is the heart and soul of the city. It\u2019s a chaotic place where you can find all sorts of knockoffs, but artist collectives are also revitalizing it. This is where you can admire the famous Botero statues.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-429d9f73 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-9f7d367d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-9f7d367d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 11: Go rafting on a beautiful river<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-25e1344e\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-25e1344e\">\n\n<p><strong>The rivers flowing through Antioquia are breathtaking<\/strong>, and rafting is one of the best ways to explore them. I\u2019m particularly fond of the following agency because their <strong>professionalism<\/strong> is outstanding\u2014something you can\u2019t always count on in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My favorite tour is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/medellin\/rafting-rio-verde-2d\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83964\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94659\">a two-day adventure<\/a><\/strong>, but for this itinerary, I\u2019m offering a simpler option: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/medellin\/rafting-rio-calderas\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83961\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94660\"><strong>rafting down the<\/strong> <strong>R\u00edo Calderas<\/strong><\/a>. For three hours, you\u2019ll navigate through a stunning canyon, with Class 3 and 4 rapids. No need to be an expert to enjoy it. Everything is included, from transportation to lunch. And if you\u2019re up for even more thrills, you can add a paragliding flight\u2014guaranteed to make it an epic day!<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-db0b471f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-93b0d3b8 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-93b0d3b8\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay in Medellin<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3412f52f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3412f52f\">\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/where-to-stay-medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3123\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94661\">stay in Medell\u00edn<\/a><\/strong> for several weeks, I suggest staying in the <strong>Laureles<\/strong> neighborhood, which is quieter and more pleasant for an extended stay. But if it\u2019s just for a few days, especially if it\u2019s your first time in the city, <strong>El Poblado<\/strong> is an excellent choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, some areas are quieter than others. I recommend staying in <strong>Manila<\/strong>, a sector located between the metro and the city\u2019s lively nightlife. For budget-friendly accommodation, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/adn-algo-de-nosotros-2\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"43511\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94662\" data-lasso-name=\"ADN Algo de Nosotros\" data-lasso-lid=\"43511\">Hotel ADN<\/a><\/strong> is a good option, but if you\u2019re looking for a bit more comfort, I really like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/landmark-hotel-2\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"43521\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94663\" data-lasso-name=\"Landmark Hotel\" data-lasso-lid=\"43521\"><strong>Landmark<\/strong> <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/refugio-del-jaguar-medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"93115\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94664\" data-lasso-name=\"Refugio del Jaguar, Medellin\" data-lasso-lid=\"93115\"><strong>El Refugio del Jaguar<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-27a47afd\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-cf98be45 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94665\">Medellin Travel Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-e6b79552 gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#medellin\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f3fa775c postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a804ad2d\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-18ba60dc postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3fca2e6d postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ef5965c21355d427533097a26be0f8a7\">Day 12 &#8211; 15: Cartagena<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-59e603a4e7826a139782b2e8814371eb\">Enjoy a stunning colonial city by the sea.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-51b0db76 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d2ded99b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-5bd4bdbf gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-5bd4bdbf\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-4fc9b33d\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4fc9b33d\">\n\n<p>I believe it\u2019s always important to take time to relax and indulge while traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8839\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94668\">Cartagena<\/a><\/strong> and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/rosario-islands-cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4309\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94669\">Rosario Islands<\/a><\/strong> are perfect for that.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9f5d1a59 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8cd80ad2 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8cd80ad2\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 12: Enjoy Guatape then fly to Cartagena<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-52670e83\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-52670e83\">\n\n<p>When I plan itineraries in Medell\u00edn, <strong>I like to save Guatap\u00e9 for the end<\/strong>. This way, you can easily <strong>catch a domestic flight<\/strong> to your next destination\u2014the airport is conveniently located between the two places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I suggest contacting a local agency <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/medellin\/guatape-piedra-del-penol\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83951\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94670\">to arrange a private tour<\/a><\/strong> and doing your check-out before they come to pick you up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guatap\u00e9 is the perfect day trip because it combines several activities. First, the climb up the impressive <strong>Piedra del Pe\u00f1ol<\/strong>\u2014those 750 steps are a real challenge, but the view from the top is absolutely worth it. Afterward, you can visit the <strong>colorful village of<\/strong> <strong>Guatap\u00e9<\/strong>, followed by a possible boat ride on the <strong>artificial lake.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The agency will then <strong>drop you off directly at the airport<\/strong>. I recommend booking a flight after 8 p.m. to Cartagena so you have enough time to enjoy your day. Once in Cartagena, a simple 15-minute taxi ride will take you to your hotel.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f0fd17b5 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f67468c6 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-f67468c6\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 13: Explore Cartagena\u2019s historic center<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-f80f9927\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f80f9927\">\n\n<p>I love spending <strong>romantic time<\/strong> in Cartagena with my wife. The streets of the historic center and Getseman\u00ed are beautiful, filled with charming little restaurants and bars, perfect for a leisurely stroll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, it&#8217;s all about relaxing and going with the flow of your day. I like to start in <strong>El Centro<\/strong> <strong>early in the morning<\/strong>, since it\u2019s the most touristy area, and then head towards <strong>San Diego<\/strong>. As soon as the heat becomes too intense, it\u2019s the perfect time to find a cozy restaurant or head back to the hotel to relax by the pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, a pleasant breeze often picks up, making it the perfect time to explore <strong>Getseman\u00ed<\/strong> or find a spot to watch the sunset. Whether it\u2019s on a rooftop, at the beach, or on the city walls, you have plenty of options. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c1ad53ce gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-363e5172 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-363e5172\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 14: Go fishing in La Boquilla<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-65a713c3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-65a713c3\">\n\n<p><strong>La Boquilla<\/strong> is a village that has found itself surrounded by the rapid expansion of Cartagena. What draws me here are <strong>the mangroves<\/strong>. Besides being a prime spot for <strong>birdwatching,<\/strong> it\u2019s a stunning and peaceful ecosystem\u2014just 20 minutes from the historic center, but with a completely different vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">I recommend&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/cartagena-de-indias\/la-boquilla-mangrove-fishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"81758\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94671\">going crab fishing with the locals<\/a> <\/strong>and&nbsp;then cooking your catch of the day with a family that lives in the heart of the mangroves.<\/span> It\u2019s an authentic experience, a total contrast to the luxury tourism of Cartagena.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-35ff5d04 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-e9ffc1bb gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-e9ffc1bb\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay in Cartagena<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-4091f0ee\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4091f0ee\">\n\n<p>Cartagena is a city <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/where-to-stay-cartagena-indias-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"33326\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94672\">where accommodation can quickly eat into your budget.<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>historic center<\/strong> is the ideal place to find the most romantic hotels, but it&#8217;s also the priciest area. If you&#8217;re looking for good value, I recommend <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/casa-la-fe-by-bespoke\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"70186\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94673\" data-lasso-name=\"Casa La Fe by Bespoke\" data-lasso-lid=\"70186\">Casa La F\u00e9<\/a><\/strong>. If you want to splurge, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/amarla-boutique-hotel-cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"63455\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94674\" data-lasso-name=\"Amarla Boutique Hotel\" data-lasso-lid=\"63455\">Hotel Amarla<\/a><\/strong> is an excellent choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more affordable options, you can also check out <strong>Getseman\u00ed<\/strong> or <strong>Manga<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4845c5bc\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-d950fbe4 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94675\">Cartagena Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-d7bedf9b gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#cartagena\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-eb9581eb postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d0e50ecd\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Historic Center Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Aleja\" class=\"wp-image-83753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a9eacde2 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f58699e9 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-628435e13626774a5ca3601f47a28674\">Day 15 &#8211; 17: Rosario islands<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-09f4a5135a118fa224580e0e956e76e0\">Chill out on paradisiacal islands.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2db29164 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-af4468bb gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-95cbfbb2 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-95cbfbb2\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-ce8866f3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ce8866f3\">\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/rosario-islands-cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4309\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94678\">The Rosario Archipelago <\/a><\/strong>consists of small, idyllic islands with waterfront hotels overlooking turquoise waters. It&#8217;s an ideal spot to unwind for two nights.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5e1916c0 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-9a3c5d72 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-9a3c5d72\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 15: Let\u2019s go to Isla Grande<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-7902da3a\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7902da3a\">\n\n<p>Now, it&#8217;s time to enjoy the <strong>Caribbean Sea<\/strong>. The beaches in <strong>Cartagena<\/strong> aren\u2019t ideal for that, so it\u2019s better to head to the <strong>Rosario Islands<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re short on time, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/cartagena-de-indias\/boat-rental\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83264\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94679\">renting a private boat<\/a><\/strong> can be a good option. But with a three-week itinerary, I recommend taking your time and spending<strong> two nights on<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/isla-grande-colombia-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"47595\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94680\"><strong>Isla Grande<\/strong>.<\/a> It\u2019s <strong>my favorite island<\/strong> because you can walk around and enjoy different beach clubs, and the water is a stunning turquoise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important thing here is to<strong> choose your hotel carefully<\/strong>, as you\u2019ll spend most of your time there. Be mindful, as there are few hotels with private beaches on <strong>Isla Grande<\/strong>. Depending on your hotel choice, you\u2019ll either be able to access it with their own boat (which is much easier) or have to use the &#8220;public&#8221; boats. <strong>Departures are between 8 and 9 a.m. at <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fhYceN7vrxkN61Tp9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94681\">La Bodeguita<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f7d9a0c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-b97f5421 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-b97f5421\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 16: chill out in paradise<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c32b7ea7\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c32b7ea7\">\n\n<p>I love waking up to the sound of the waves and taking a quick morning dip in the water. Isla Grande <strong>offers plenty of activities<\/strong>. I like to kick off the day with<strong> kayaking or paddleboarding<\/strong>\u2014it&#8217;s best to start early to beat the heat. You can also set up a<strong> diving<\/strong> or <strong>snorkeling<\/strong> excursion, along with a scenic boat tour around the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, don\u2019t miss the chance to<strong> swim with bioluminescent plankton<\/strong> in the mangroves. It\u2019s a surreal and magical experience, especially if you bring a snorkeling mask to fully immerse yourself.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-453cb48d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-96929683 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-96929683\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay in Isla Grande<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-34dc7fac\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34dc7fac\">\n\n<p>You have the choice between <strong>Isla Grande<\/strong> and <strong>Isleta<\/strong>, a small island just 5 minutes away by boat. I find that the hotels on <strong>Isleta<\/strong> offer better value for money, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/fragata-island-house\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"67957\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94682\" data-lasso-name=\"Fragata Island House\" data-lasso-lid=\"67957\"><strong>Fragata Island<\/strong> <\/a>and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/carolina-island-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"28462\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94683\" data-lasso-name=\"Coralina Island\" data-lasso-lid=\"28462\">Coralina Island<\/a><\/strong>. However, the island is really small, so if you enjoy walking, you\u2019ll need to take a fishing boat over to <strong>Isla Grande<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Isla Grande<\/strong> offers a wider range of accommodations, suitable for all types of travelers: for families, there\u2019s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/isla-del-sol-3\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"33093\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94684\" data-lasso-name=\"Isla del Sol\" data-lasso-lid=\"33093\">Isla del Sol<\/a><\/strong>, and for backpackers, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/el-hamaquero\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"40814\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94685\" data-lasso-name=\"El Hamaquero\" data-lasso-lid=\"40814\">Hamaquero<\/a><\/strong> is a good option. It\u2019s also on <strong>Isla Grande<\/strong> that you\u2019ll find the hotel with the most beautiful beaches, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/gente-de-mar\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"33097\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94686\" data-lasso-name=\"Rosario de Mar\" data-lasso-lid=\"33097\">Rosario de Mar<\/a><\/strong>. Plus, you\u2019ll have easy access to some cool beach clubs like <strong>Sol y Papaya<\/strong> and <strong>Pa&#8217;ue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2ef285f5\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-ec98e536 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/isla-grande-colombia-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94687\">Isla Grande Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-c891c07f gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#rosario\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b2e666b9 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c451bbc8\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Sol-y-Papaya-Beach-in-Isla-Grande-osario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg\" alt=\"Sol y Papaya Beach in Isla Grande - Rosario Islands - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Sol-y-Papaya-Beach-in-Isla-Grande-osario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Sol-y-Papaya-Beach-in-Isla-Grande-osario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Sol-y-Papaya-Beach-in-Isla-Grande-osario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c8c8bc6c postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1c65df2f postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11f2998609683c439d8d21c81f4225f9\">Day 17 &#8211; 21: Tayrona &amp; Around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5e8ac38cad82cd41f8e778642e96866a\">Gorgeous stays where the jungle meets the sea.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-576901cd gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1d89ac99 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-30bda003 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-30bda003\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why I recommend this destination<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-05bd9987\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-05bd9987\">\n\n<p><strong>The area beyond Tayrona<\/strong> is one of my favorites, as it\u2019s perfect for organizing excursions, has excellent hotels, and the scenery is simply stunning.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d94efb35 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-d5a76832 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-d5a76832\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 17: From an island to the jungle<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b8503dd1\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b8503dd1\">\n\n<p>This day is going to be a bit <strong>demanding in terms of transportation<\/strong>, but I prefer to get the journey done in one go to minimize check-ins and check-outs. It\u2019s like ripping off a band-aid\u2014better to do it all at once!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Boats leave Isla Grande around 2-3 p.m<\/strong>., and you should arrive at the <strong>Cartagena<\/strong> port around 4:30 p.m. The smart move is to <strong>book a private transfer in advance to pick you up at the port<\/strong> and take you directly to your hotel <strong>near<\/strong> <strong>Tayrona<\/strong>. It\u2019s a fairly expensive trip (about $200-250 USD) and takes <strong>5.5 hours<\/strong>, but it will save you a lot of time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f58a8bcb gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3c47ba6f gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3c47ba6f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 18: Tubing in Don Diego<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b0a90a69\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b0a90a69\">\n\n<p>After a long journey the previous day, there\u2019s nothing better than <strong>a leisurely morning<\/strong> at your hotel\u2014especially if it\u2019s a great one. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By late morning, I recommend setting up <strong>a tubing excursion on the<\/strong> <strong>Don Diego River<\/strong>, located about 30 minutes from Tayrona (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bsHqhEpaMnyp3fDF6\" data-lasso-id=\"94690\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>). You can ask your hotel to help organize it or just hop on a bus heading that way. Many travelers opt for <strong>tubing in Palomino<\/strong>, but after trying both, <strong>I much prefer Don Diego<\/strong>. Not only can you pair it with a visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gzVWynKDW8QZWTeJ6\" data-lasso-id=\"94691\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Taironaka<\/strong><\/a> (where you can also grab lunch), but the river&#8217;s flow is reliable all year long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tubing experience is simple: you sit on a tube and let the current carry you gently down the river to the sea. The riverbanks are lined with lush trees, and I even spotted several families of monkeys along the way.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c84b2dc8 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3be2b7c0 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3be2b7c0\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Day 19-21: Tayrona then goodbye<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-6d0a2b7f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6d0a2b7f\">\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tayrona-colombia-a-massive-and-unforgettable-park-all-secrets-revealed\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1468\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94692\">Tayrona<\/a><\/strong> is without a doubt <strong>Colombia\u2019s most iconic national park<\/strong>, with its trails that take you through dense jungle to reach breathtaking, paradise-like beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To truly enjoy it, I suggest <strong>spending a night<\/strong> in the park. Leave most of your belongings at your hotel and pack a small backpack with a change of clothes, cash, water, snacks, and your passport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While most visitors enter through <strong>El Zaino<\/strong>, I recommend the <strong>Calabazo<\/strong> <strong>entrance.<\/strong> This allows you to avoid the crowds and have a more peaceful experience at the stunning <strong>Playa Brava<\/strong>\u2014just be aware that this option requires more hiking. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/playa-brava-teyumakke\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"29359\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94693\" data-lasso-name=\"Playa Brava Teyumakke\" data-lasso-lid=\"29359\">A small hotel on-site<\/a><\/strong> offers accommodation and food, making it perfect for a night surrounded by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next morning, wake up early to escape the heat and hike to <strong>Cabo San Juan<\/strong>, the park\u2019s most famous beach. After your visit, exit through <strong>El Zaino<\/strong> and return to your hotel for a well-deserved night of rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following day, head to <strong>Santa Marta<\/strong> to catch your flight to <strong>Bogot\u00e1<\/strong>, and then continue with your international flight.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-21c39612 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-1ba8d112 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-1ba8d112\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Where to stay near Tayrona<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-99f9f82f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-99f9f82f\">\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/top-luxury-hotels-tayrona-park-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"86758\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94694\">I love the hotels at Playa Los Naranjos<\/a><\/strong>. They\u2019re situated right on the edge of Tayrona National Park, nestled between the river, sea, and jungle, offering a truly unique setting. My favorites are <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/senda-casa-tayrona\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"29365\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94695\" data-lasso-name=\"Senda Casa Tayrona\" data-lasso-lid=\"29365\">Senda Casa Tayrona<\/a><\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/maloka-barlovento-en\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"28710\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94696\" data-lasso-name=\"Maloka Barlovento\" data-lasso-lid=\"28710\"><strong>Senda Casa Barlovento<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer the river to the sea, I suggest venturing deeper into the <strong>Sierra Nevada<\/strong> and booking one of these hotels: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/senda-watapuy-el-zaino-updated-2024-prices\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"88619\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94697\" data-lasso-name=\"Senda Watapuy, El Zaino\" data-lasso-lid=\"88619\">Senda Watapuy<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/senda-koguiwa\/\" data-type=\"lasso-urls\" data-id=\"74022\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"94698\" data-lasso-name=\"Senda Koguiwa\" data-lasso-lid=\"74022\">Senda Koguiwa<\/a><\/strong>. These spots are perfect for soaking in the wild, natural ambiance of the jungle.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d32d7ec6\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-b6677da8 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/sierra-nevada-santa-marta-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94699\">Sierra Nevada Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-60c3844a gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"#sierra\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"94609\">More pics<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9c299faa postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c7180639\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cabo-San-Juan-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg\" alt=\"Cabo San Juan 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transform=\"translate(-0.69 -0.679)\" fill=\"#bf665e\"><\/path>\n  <\/g>\n<\/svg><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"postHeaderTitleText wp-block-post-title\">How To Create The Perfect Colombia Itinerary [Method]<\/h2>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">This Colombia itinerary I just shared covers the <strong>country\u2019s most well-known spots<\/strong>. But if you\u2019re feeling a bit more adventurous, don\u2019t hesitate to venture off the beaten path\u2014trust me, it\u2019s well worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, I\u2019m going to show you<strong> a short photo report<\/strong> of this Colombia itinerary to help you travel from behind your screen. After that, I\u2019ll give you the <strong>essential criteria<\/strong> for crafting an excellent trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8b126dfe postAdvice left\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3444d2d0 postAdviceContent\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b823a3af postAdviceContentBloc\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading postAdviceContentTitle\">TOM&#8217;S TIP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postAdviceContentDetails\">Ready to plan an unforgettable trip to <strong>Colombia<\/strong>? Discover all <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"91009\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3214\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our travel guides<\/a><\/strong> and use our <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"91010\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/get-inspired\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"86248\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inspiration Guide<\/a><\/strong> to learn about all the activities available. Don\u2019t hesitate to use <strong>our network of certified local experts<\/strong> to arrange <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"91011\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"77802\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best tours<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-59b9fb5b postAdvicePicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-cc51a96f\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"237\" height=\"313\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-cc51a96f\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"tom-right-1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1.png 237w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1-227x300.png 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4226714f\" id=\"pics\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>A Colombia Itinerary in Pictures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s start with a map to help you orient yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1f7jsTaFuGr8kVxCQIqFUFqMrCdZ0jck&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bogota\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 1<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81942\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Monserrate-Bogota-and-around-Tom.jpg\" alt=\"Monserrate - Bogota and around - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-81942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Monserrate-Bogota-and-around-Tom.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Monserrate-Bogota-and-around-Tom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Monserrate-Bogota-and-around-Tom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chocolate-and-cheese-Bogota-and-around.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate and cheese - Bogota and around\" class=\"wp-image-81862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chocolate-and-cheese-Bogota-and-around.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chocolate-and-cheese-Bogota-and-around-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chocolate-and-cheese-Bogota-and-around-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93137\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Graffiti-in-Walking-Tour-in-Bogota-Bogota-and-around-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Graffiti-in-Walking-Tour-in-Bogota-Bogota-and-around-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Graffiti-in-Walking-Tour-in-Bogota-Bogota-and-around-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Graffiti-in-Walking-Tour-in-Bogota-Bogota-and-around-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81859\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Golden-Museum-Bogota-and-around.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Museum - Bogota and around\" class=\"wp-image-81859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Golden-Museum-Bogota-and-around.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Golden-Museum-Bogota-and-around-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Golden-Museum-Bogota-and-around-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another fun way to discover <strong>La Candelaria<\/strong> is by taking a street art tour (bottom left). Colombia is brimming with talented artists who use the city\u2019s walls to showcase the country\u2019s cultural and natural diversity or to criticize government actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can either join a <strong>free walking tour<\/strong> or go for a private tour with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bogotagraffiti.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94722\">Bogot\u00e1 Graffiti Tour<\/a><\/strong>\u2014which I recommend, as free tours are often crowded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a data-lasso-id=\"94757\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/bogota-around\/bogota\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8834\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bogot\u00e1 <\/a><\/strong>is perched on a plateau at <strong>2,600 meters<\/strong> above sea level, and I find <strong>the view from Monserrate<\/strong> to be stunning, whether during the day or at night. As you can see in the photo (top left), it can get chilly in Bogot\u00e1, so <strong>don\u2019t forget your coat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Monserrate, you\u2019ll find two restaurants where you can grab a bite (and warm up a bit). One of them, <strong>Santa Clara<\/strong>, specializes in Colombian dishes. It\u2019s the perfect chance to try the famous <strong>hot chocolate with cheese<\/strong> (yes, it\u2019s a real specialty here!). Tempted? The taste is better than you might expect!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I don\u2019t consider the <strong>Gold Museum<\/strong> a must-see in <strong>Colombia<\/strong>, but if you\u2019re nearby, it\u2019s definitely worth a visit. The explanations are really well done, and the gold artifacts on display are simply stunning (bottom right). Just be aware: the museum is closed on Mondays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 2<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81852\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around.jpg\" alt=\"Sumapaz Paramo - Bogota and around\" class=\"wp-image-81852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81851\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sumapaz Paramo - Bogota and around\" class=\"wp-image-81851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sumapaz-Paramo-Bogota-and-around-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m a huge fan of the <strong>P\u00e1ramo de Sumapaz<\/strong> because it gives you the feeling of being on another planet. <strong>Frailejones<\/strong> as far as the eye can see, the weather changing in an instant, the outlines of the mountains\u2014it\u2019s pure magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The advantage of doing this activity in Bogot\u00e1 is that you can easily fit it into a day (though it\u2019s still a 4-hour round trip). Visiting other p\u00e1ramos often requires multi-day hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"salento\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 3<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"88180\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"Salento Coffee Region Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-88180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"79727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Salento-colorful-street.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee region - Salento - colorful street\" class=\"wp-image-79727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Salento-colorful-street.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Salento-colorful-street-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Coffee-region-Salento-colorful-street-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The houses in the colonial villages of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3342\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94758\">Coffee Region<\/a><\/strong> are always painted in bright colors, making it a delight to wander around. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/salento\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12078\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94759\">Salento<\/a><\/strong> is charming, but I believe there are better spots if you\u2019re seeking an authentic village atmosphere. And be sure to avoid the weekends\u2014it gets packed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Filandia<\/strong> is a great alternative because you can still take a day trip to visit the <strong>Cocora Valley<\/strong>. The tourism there is more local, and I find it more enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you really want to steer clear of tourists, I recommend staying in the villages south of <strong>Armenia<\/strong>. There, you\u2019ll find <strong>Buenavista<\/strong> and <strong>Pijao<\/strong>, where you\u2019ll hardly see any tourists. It\u2019s ideal for an authentic experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 4<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93153\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80646\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/hummingbird-Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"hummingbird Cocora Valley Salento Coffee Region Colombia (1)\" class=\"wp-image-80646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/hummingbird-Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/hummingbird-Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/hummingbird-Cocora-Valley-Salento-Coffee-Region-Colombia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ah, the famous palm trees of the <strong>Cocora Valley<\/strong>! Some of them reach over 60 meters high, and I have to admit, they\u2019re truly impressive. No wonder they\u2019re so popular on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But did you know that you can also see them in other, much less crowded places? You can arrange a trip to <strong>La Carbonera<\/strong> (about 1 hour from <strong>Salento<\/strong>), or head to the <strong>Samaria Valley<\/strong> and take the opportunity to visit the village of <strong>Salamina<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I love hiking in the Cocora Valley, but it\u2019s best to come prepared. Avoid flip-flops, bring water and snacks. And be careful on the trail: there are paths that lead deeper into the <strong>Los Nevados National Park<\/strong>. Don\u2019t take them unless you\u2019re setting out <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"94760\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/los-nevados-national-park-treks\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83922\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">for several days with a local guide.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 5<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"83021\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Church-in-Town.jpg\" alt=\"Filandia Coffee Region - Church in Town\" class=\"wp-image-83021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Church-in-Town.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Church-in-Town-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Church-in-Town-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80706\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Finca-Berlin-1.jpg\" alt=\"Filandia Coffee Region Finca Berlin (1)\" class=\"wp-image-80706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Finca-Berlin-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Finca-Berlin-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Filandia-Coffee-Region-Finca-Berlin-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/zona-cafe\/filandia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12115\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94761\">Filandia<\/a><\/strong> and its coffee tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"jardin\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 6<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80354\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chiva-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"Chiva Jerico Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-80354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chiva-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chiva-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Chiva-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"83760\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chiva-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-to-Cueva-del-Esplendor.jpg\" alt=\"Chiva Jardin Antioquia Colombia to Cueva del Esplendor\" class=\"wp-image-83760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chiva-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-to-Cueva-del-Esplendor.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chiva-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-to-Cueva-del-Esplendor-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chiva-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-to-Cueva-del-Esplendor-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing better than a <strong>Chiva<\/strong> to take in the scenery. These large and colorful buses have <strong>no windows<\/strong>, so you\u2019re out in the open air\u2014which can be a bit annoying in the dry season, as you might end up covered in dust. Chivas are used to connect small villages along dirt roads that wind through the mountains. I won\u2019t lie, <strong>it\u2019s not the most comfortable ride<\/strong>. But I\u2019ve always found these journeys fun, and even my parents loved it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll meet people from the countryside, students on their way to visit their grandparents, see all kinds of unexpected goods being loaded and unloaded from the roof, listen to music blasting, and hear the horn announcing the Chiva\u2019s arrival. <strong>It\u2019s a direct dive into the real life of rural Colombia.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 7<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93139\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cafe-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cafe Jardin Antioquia Colombia (1)\" class=\"wp-image-80450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cafe-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cafe-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cafe-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80494\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-8-1.jpg\" alt=\"Jardin Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-80494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-8-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-8-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-8-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93138\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cock-of-the-rock-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cock-of-the-rock-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cock-of-the-rock-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cock-of-the-rock-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-3-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In a colonial village in Colombia, most of the action happens <strong>around the large central square<\/strong>, next to an impressive, colorful church. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/jardin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12340\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94762\">Jard\u00edn<\/a><\/strong> is no exception (see photo at the top left). You\u2019ll see locals in cowboy hats, relaxing on benches with a coffee in hand. On Sundays, it\u2019s usually a beer and a game of billiards, as they\u2019ve already sold their goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The photo at the bottom left was taken on the trail I suggest you hike in the morning. It\u2019s an easy walk with a gentle incline, and the path is straightforward to follow. You\u2019ll see many trees with colorful flowers\u2014by the way, <strong>the name Jard\u00edn comes from this<\/strong>, as &#8220;Jard\u00edn&#8221; means <strong>Garden<\/strong> in Spanish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After your hike, you\u2019ll have earned a delicious break at <strong>Caf\u00e9 Jard\u00edn<\/strong> (top right). Yes, that\u2019s the village you see down below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the strange bird in the photo? That\u2019s the famous <strong>Cock-of-the-Rock<\/strong>! Isn\u2019t it stunning?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 8<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"78800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/horseback-riding-Jardin-Antioquia-1.jpg\" alt=\"horseback riding Jardin Antioquia (1) Chorro Blanco\" class=\"wp-image-78800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/horseback-riding-Jardin-Antioquia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/horseback-riding-Jardin-Antioquia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/horseback-riding-Jardin-Antioquia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Chorro-Blanco-waterfall-from-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Chorro-Blanco-waterfall-from-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Chorro-Blanco-waterfall-from-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Chorro-Blanco-waterfall-from-Jardin-Antioquia-Colombia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It takes about 3.5 hours<\/strong> on horseback to go to and from <strong>Chorro Blanco<\/strong>, and we sometimes had to navigate through some pretty narrow sections. Eduardo, the guy in red in the photo, wasn\u2019t too comfortable at first, but he quickly got the hang of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the photo on the right, you can see Aleja under the waterfall, and just behind her is the entrance to the cave that leads there. The photo doesn\u2019t really do the place justice\u2014we didn\u2019t have the drone yet! We\u2019ll have to go back to capture it properly \ud83d\ude00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"medellin\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 9<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80045\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Masaya-Rooftop-Medellin-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"Masaya Rooftop Medellin Colombia -Tom\" class=\"wp-image-80045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Masaya-Rooftop-Medellin-Colombia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Masaya-Rooftop-Medellin-Colombia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Masaya-Rooftop-Medellin-Colombia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Alambique-Restaurant-Medellin-Colombia-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Alambique Restaurant Medellin Colombia (2) (1)\" class=\"wp-image-80048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Alambique-Restaurant-Medellin-Colombia-2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Alambique-Restaurant-Medellin-Colombia-2-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Alambique-Restaurant-Medellin-Colombia-2-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I love the rooftops in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8850\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94763\">Medell\u00edn<\/a><\/strong>. They\u2019re perfect for ending a great day of adventure. In the photo on the left, you can see me with my family at the <strong>Masaya<\/strong> rooftop. They regularly host evening events, which are perfect if you want to meet other travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the right, you\u2019ll see the famous <strong>El Alambique<\/strong> restaurant. They have live concerts on Tuesday nights (check their Instagram page to confirm). The dishes they serve are huge, so I recommend <strong>sharing one between two people<\/strong>. And it\u2019s best to <strong>reserve in advance<\/strong>\u2014this place is very popular. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 10<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"87776\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown center - Botero Square - Medellin Antioquia Colombia - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-87776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Botero-Square-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Tom-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"87761\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Medellin-Palacio-Cultural-Uribe-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown center Medellin - Palacio Cultural Uribe - Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-87761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Medellin-Palacio-Cultural-Uribe-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Medellin-Palacio-Cultural-Uribe-Antioquia-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Downtown-center-Medellin-Palacio-Cultural-Uribe-Antioquia-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"87946\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Family-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comuna 13 Medellin Antioquia Colombia - Family\" class=\"wp-image-87946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Family-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Family-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Family-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"82463\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Aleja-y-Tom-with-Local-natives-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comuna 13 Medellin Antioquia Colombia - Aleja y Tom with Local natives (1)\" class=\"wp-image-82463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Aleja-y-Tom-with-Local-natives-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Aleja-y-Tom-with-Local-natives-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Comuna-13-Medellin-Antioquia-Colombia-Aleja-y-Tom-with-Local-natives-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/medellin\/comuna-13-old-town\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83945\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94764\">Comuna 13<\/a><\/strong> has changed a lot since my first visit in 2015. Now, it\u2019s become a bit like a &#8220;Disneyland&#8221;\u2014lots of people, lots of noise. It\u2019s fun, but it has lost some of its authenticity.<strong> Taking a guided tour allows you to get off the beaten path <\/strong>a bit and uncover the real story of the Comuna, beyond the breakdance shows and souvenir vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I loved having <strong>lunch with a local family<\/strong> (photo at the bottom right). It gave us a chance to sit down and have a long chat with people who have directly experienced these changes.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=54]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top, you see photos of <strong>Botero Plaza<\/strong> in downtown <strong>Medell\u00edn<\/strong>. <strong>Botero<\/strong> is a famous Colombian artist known for giving generous and disproportionate shapes to his works. The little man on his horse is one of my favorites. Next to the plaza, you can visit the <strong>Museum of Antioquia<\/strong> to see more of his paintings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 11<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"87606\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-6.jpg\" alt=\"Calderas river rafting - Medellin - Antioquia\" class=\"wp-image-87606\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-6-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-6-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"87620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-12-1.jpg\" alt=\"Calderas river rafting - Medellin - Antioquia\" class=\"wp-image-87620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-12-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-12-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Calderas-river-rafting-Medellin-Antioquia-12-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The agency that organizes these rafting trips was <strong>founded by professional kayakers<\/strong> who navigated an impressive number of rivers around the world before falling in love with Antioquia. They fiercely fight against big companies to protect their little piece of paradise. It\u2019s a passionate team that knows the region inside and out and is dedicated to <strong>preserving this unique environment<\/strong> while offering unforgettable rafting experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=58]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cartagena\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 12<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-15 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Piedra-del-Penol-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-3.jpg\" alt=\"Piedra del Pe\u00f1ol Guatape Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-80582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Piedra-del-Penol-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Piedra-del-Penol-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Piedra-del-Penol-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-3-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"Piedra del penol Guatape Antioquia Colombia (1)\" class=\"wp-image-80561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-Colombia-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-3.jpg\" alt=\"Zocalo Square Guatape Antioquia (3)\" class=\"wp-image-80554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Zocalo-Square-Guatape-Antioquia-3-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"80549\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Guatape-Antioquia-5.jpg\" alt=\"Guatape Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-80549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Guatape-Antioquia-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Guatape-Antioquia-5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Guatape-Antioquia-5-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top left, you can see the staircase that leads to the summit of <strong>Piedra del Pe\u00f1ol<\/strong>. Don\u2019t worry, it\u2019s sturdy. Plus, the view from the top is totally worth it (photo at the top right), right? Guatap\u00e9 is surrounded by an<strong> artificial lake <\/strong>dotted with small islands. This entire area was intentionally flooded to create a hydroelectric dam. Several villages had to be evacuated, including El Pe\u00f1ol. You can still see the church\u2019s cross emerging above the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many <strong>nice hotels and luxury homes<\/strong> on these islands, and that\u2019s where I like to stay when I decide to spend time in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/guatape\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12520\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94765\">Guatap\u00e9<\/a><\/strong>. However, it\u2019s also a destination that can easily be visited in a day\u2014as I suggest to you in this Colombia itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=56]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 13<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-16 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg\" alt=\"Historic Center - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81284\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Historic Center - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast (2) (1)\" class=\"wp-image-81284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Historic-Center-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81218\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Getsemani-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg\" alt=\"Getseman\u00ed - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Getsemani-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Getsemani-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Getsemani-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Movitch-Rooftop-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-1.jpg\" alt=\"Movitch Rooftop Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Aleja\" class=\"wp-image-81661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Movitch-Rooftop-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Movitch-Rooftop-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Movitch-Rooftop-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Aleja could spend days wandering the streets of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8839\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94766\">Cartagena<\/a><\/strong>. Its historic center is stunning, but it can sometimes<strong> disappoint <\/strong>travelers due to the number of tourists and street vendors. <strong>My advice<\/strong>: come here with a vacation mindset, taking a full day to appreciate what the city has to offer truly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>El Centro<\/strong> (photo at the top left) is the neighborhood where the wealthiest families once lived, and it\u2019s where you\u2019ll find the most impressive buildings. Personally, I prefer <strong>San Diego<\/strong>, a neighborhood often overlooked by tourists\u2014even though it\u2019s just a few streets away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rooftop at <strong>Movich<\/strong> (bottom right) is an excellent spot to admire the historic center from a different angle, with the much more modern <strong>Bocagrande<\/strong> neighborhood in the background.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=37]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 14<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-17 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81648\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Adrien.jpg\" alt=\"La Boquilla Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Adrien\" class=\"wp-image-81648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Adrien.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Adrien-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Adrien-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-26-1.jpg\" alt=\"La Boquilla Cartagena Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-26-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-26-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-26-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-seafood.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-seafood.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-seafood-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-seafood-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81556\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-21-1.jpg\" alt=\"La Boquilla Cartagena Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-21-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-21-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/La-Boquilla-Cartagena-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-21-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you enter the <strong>mangroves<\/strong> of La Boquilla and reach the Ci\u00e9naga, you completely forget that you\u2019re in Cartagena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, <strong>crab fishing<\/strong> is done in several steps. First, you need to catch fish by casting a net. Adrien did pretty well, but as for me\u2026 it was a disaster. Next, you put pieces of fish in traps that you place at the bottom of the water, and the crabs that come to feast end up getting caught.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We then took our catch back to our host\u2019s place to <strong>cook them over a wood fire<\/strong>, along with some <strong>delicious coconut rice<\/strong>. It was a real treat!<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=39]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rosario\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 15 &amp; 16<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-18 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81527\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-1.jpg\" alt=\"Private Boat Rosario Islands - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - (Aymeric)\" class=\"wp-image-81527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom.jpg\" alt=\"Private Boat Rosario Islands - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Aymeric - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-81528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Islabela-Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom.jpg\" alt=\"Islabela - Rosario Islands - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Tom Aleja\" class=\"wp-image-81432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Islabela-Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Islabela-Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Islabela-Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81363\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg\" alt=\"Rosario Islands - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Rosario-Islands-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/rosario-islands-day-trip-tour-cartagena\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"39715\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94767\">There are several ways<\/a><\/strong> to explore the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/rosario-islands-cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4309\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94768\">paradise islands of Rosario<\/a><\/strong>. <strong>You can rent a boat,<\/strong> and if you have 4-5 people, the price becomes as reasonable as a shared tour. It\u2019s a plan I love to make when I\u2019m with a group of friends in <strong>Cartagena<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=34]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer the beach over a boat, you can also go for a day pass offered by some hotels on <strong>Isla Grande<\/strong>. At the bottom left, you can see me sipping a cocktail on the beach at <strong>Islabela<\/strong> <strong>Hotel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, as I suggest in this Colombia itinerary, you can choose to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-rosario-islands-hotels\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"33099\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94769\">spend a few nights there<\/a><\/strong>. It\u2019s not a cheap destination, but if you want to wake up in a postcard-perfect setting, that\u2019s the price you pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sierra\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 17 &amp; 18<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-19 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"93146\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Senda-Cabana-Barlovento-in-Los-Naranjos-Beach-Tayrona-Park-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Senda-Cabana-Barlovento-in-Los-Naranjos-Beach-Tayrona-Park-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Senda-Cabana-Barlovento-in-Los-Naranjos-Beach-Tayrona-Park-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Senda-Cabana-Barlovento-in-Los-Naranjos-Beach-Tayrona-Park-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/maloka-barlovento-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94718\" data-lasso-name=\"Maloka Barlovento\" data-lasso-lid=\"28710\">Credit<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"81502\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tubing in Taironaka - Palomino - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Tom Adrien\" class=\"wp-image-81502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some fun excursions around <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/practical-travel-guide-santa-marta\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"7114\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94770\">Santa Marta<\/a><\/strong>, but if you\u2019re only planning to explore the area near <strong>Tayrona<\/strong> and <strong>Palomino<\/strong>, staying in <strong>Santa Marta<\/strong> isn\u2019t necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/top-luxury-hotels-tayrona-park-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"86758\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94771\">I\u2019d recommend opting for a hotel<\/a><\/strong> between <strong>Tayrona<\/strong> and <strong>Buritaca<\/strong> (1h away). These hotels offer excellent value in a stunning environment. You can easily organize all kinds of excursions from there without having to switch accommodations\u2014<strong>like tubing<\/strong>, for instance (photo on the right).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Day 19 &amp; 21<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-20 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"82029\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cabo-San-Juan-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cabo San Juan in Tayrona Park - Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82029\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cabo-San-Juan-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cabo-San-Juan-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cabo-San-Juan-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"84607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tayrona Park - Santa Marta Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-84607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-2-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On the left, you see the iconic <strong>Cabo San Juan<\/strong> beach at dawn, one of the few beaches in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tayrona-colombia-a-massive-and-unforgettable-park-all-secrets-revealed\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1468\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94772\">Tayrona Park<\/a><\/strong> <strong>where swimming is allowed<\/strong>. You can spend the night in a hammock in the small hut on the rock. The view is breathtaking, but keep in mind, it\u2019s cold and windy at night!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the right, you see the trail just before reaching the beach. There\u2019s Adrien, as always, with his trusty walking sticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-458d25ee\" id=\"tip\">\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>What makes a good Colombia Itinerary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These small tips will have a big impact on planning your Colombia itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Plan a safe trip<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1.jpg\" alt=\"Poblado Provenza Medellin\" class=\"wp-image-57558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Provenza-Poblado-Medellin-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/why-is-colombia-safe-in-2017-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2834\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94702\">Safety is a major concern<\/a><\/strong> for many travelers considering a visit to Colombia, and that\u2019s completely understandable given what you hear in the media and see on Netflix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colombia, like any South American country, <strong>requires some precautions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In the big cities<\/strong>, choosing the right neighborhood for your accommodation is crucial. Once you\u2019re there, opt for <strong>Uber<\/strong> to get around, especially at night, rather than wandering through quiet, less frequented streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, avoid venturing too close to <strong>border areas<\/strong> unless it\u2019s a well-known tourist destination like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-west\/capurgana\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8829\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94703\">Capurgan\u00e1<\/a>,<\/strong> or part of an organized expedition by a local agency, such as in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/punta-gallinas\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94704\">Guajira Desert<\/a><\/strong> or in<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/amazon\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3336\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94705\">the Amazon<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Optimize your itinerary<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Yarumales-Siete-Machos-1.jpg\" alt=\"Los Llanos Orientales Colombia - Los Llanos - Yarumales - Siete Machos (1)\" class=\"wp-image-84512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Yarumales-Siete-Machos-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Yarumales-Siete-Machos-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Yarumales-Siete-Machos-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is probably the trickiest part of your trip: choosing the destinations, deciding the order in which to visit them, and figuring out how long to stay in each place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common mistake I see is trying <strong>to visit too many places in too few days<\/strong>. I get it\u2014everything looks amazing in Colombia, and you want to make the most of it. But cramming your itinerary with too many stops, hoping it will all work out\u2026 sorry, but it won\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Travel times are often long.<\/strong> Mountain roads and dirt paths can significantly slow down your travel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unexpected events are common.<\/strong> Without some buffer time in your schedule, you might miss an activity or even your flight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check-ins and check-outs take time.<\/strong> Changing hotels every two days is exhausting and eats up a good chunk of your day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>My advice:<\/strong> choose the places you consider essential and explore what\u2019s interesting around them. Fewer transfers, less stress, and more time to enjoy experiences. You\u2019ll get much more out of your trip this way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Feel free to use our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3214\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94706\"> <strong>interactive maps<\/strong> <\/a>to create your itinerary. You&#8217;ll be able to easily spot the must-visit places in a region and organize your route in the most efficient way. And if you really want to make the most of your trip, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"77802\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94707\">reach out to a local expert<\/a><\/strong>. They can help you explore an area more effectively by arranging private transportation. Less stress, more discoveries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Take your time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Finca-de-Ariel-Farm-in-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg\" alt=\"Finca de Ariel - Farm in Jerico Antioquia Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-83300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Finca-de-Ariel-Farm-in-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Finca-de-Ariel-Farm-in-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Finca-de-Ariel-Farm-in-Jerico-Antioquia-Colombia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This ties into what I mentioned earlier: <strong>taking your time doesn\u2019t mean doing less.<\/strong> On the contrary, it allows you to fully appreciate each place you visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, to truly enjoy a colonial village, a quick 1-2 hour walk isn\u2019t enough. Take the time to sip a coffee in the village square in the morning, stroll through the surrounding countryside at sunset, or visit local artisans. These moments are what make your experience richer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some destinations in Colombia are quite <strong>remote<\/strong> and require long hours of travel. It\u2019s definitely worth the journey, but it\u2019s a shame to stay for only two nights after all that effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, I recommend spending <strong>at least three nights in each place.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, <strong>pay attention to your accommodation<\/strong>. Colombia is full of stunning boutique hotels where you can not only relax but also meet the owners and enjoy incredible settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>There is a lot better than big cities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cano-Cristales-Tapete-Rojo-Los-Llanos-Colombia-Adrien-Tom-2.jpg\" alt=\"Ca\u00f1o Cristales - Tapete Rojo - Los Llanos Colombia - Adrien Tom\" class=\"wp-image-84924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cano-Cristales-Tapete-Rojo-Los-Llanos-Colombia-Adrien-Tom-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cano-Cristales-Tapete-Rojo-Los-Llanos-Colombia-Adrien-Tom-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cano-Cristales-Tapete-Rojo-Los-Llanos-Colombia-Adrien-Tom-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A common mistake I notice in Colombia itineraries is that <strong>many focus solely on the big cities<\/strong>. Yet, the true richness of Colombia lies in its breathtaking nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, exploring these places requires a bit more effort\u2014in both time and money\u2014but<strong> the experience you\u2019ll have will be incomparable to a typical trip<\/strong>. As people say, play big or go home \ud83d\ude00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Admire the view from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/gateway-amazon\/cerros-de-mavecure\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"79400\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94708\"><strong>Cerros de Mavecure<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/gateway-amazon\/san-jose-del-guaviare\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8885\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94709\"><strong>Guaviare<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go on a safari in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/llanos-orientales\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3334\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94710\"><strong>Los Llanos<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover the river of a thousand colors, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/llanos-orientales\/cano-cristales\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8890\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94711\">Ca\u00f1o Cristales<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dive at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-west\/isla-fuerte\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8845\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94712\"><strong>Isla Fuerte<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk barefoot along the black sand beaches of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/pacific-coast\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3340\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94713\">the Pacific.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I assure you, <strong>if we mention them on<\/strong> <strong>Tomplanmytrip<\/strong>, it\u2019s because these places are not only <strong>incredible but also safe to visit<\/strong>, often more so than some big cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These destinations aren\u2019t always easy to explore on your own, especially if you don\u2019t speak Spanish. I highly recommend <strong>going through a local agency<\/strong> to make the most of these unique experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Beat the crowd<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sunset-Beach-Rincon-Del-Mar-Colombia-West-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset Beach Rincon Del Mar - Colombia - West Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-92041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sunset-Beach-Rincon-Del-Mar-Colombia-West-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sunset-Beach-Rincon-Del-Mar-Colombia-West-Caribbean-Coast--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sunset-Beach-Rincon-Del-Mar-Colombia-West-Caribbean-Coast--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I don\u2019t like arriving at a place crowded with tourists. Of course, I can\u2019t blame them\u2014I\u2019m a tourist too\u2014but I\u2019d prefer to have the place to myself if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Colombia, you might run into this issue <strong>at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/where-in-colombia-places-to-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"94060\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"105995\">the most popular destinations<\/a><\/strong> (<strong>Salento<\/strong>, <strong>Guatap\u00e9<\/strong>, <strong>Tayrona<\/strong>, <strong>Cartagena<\/strong>, etc.), unless you follow these few tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prioritize big cities on the weekends and save the countryside for the weekdays.<\/strong> Colombians love traveling within their own country, especially on weekends, even more so if Monday is a holiday (which happens about ten times a year).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Day trips are very common. This means far fewer tourists are around between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m., or after 4 p.m. If there\u2019s a place you\u2019re particularly eager to enjoy, <strong>consider spending the night there<\/strong> to experience it in peace\u2014preferably early in the morning or late in the day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Travel at the right time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Yopal-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2.jpg\" alt=\"Encanto de Guanapalo Yopal Casanare Los Llanos Orientales Colombia - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-86769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Yopal-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Yopal-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Yopal-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to what many people think, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-time-to-travel-to-colombia-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3072\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94714\">the seasons<\/a> don&#8217;t play a major role<\/strong> in planning a trip to Colombia. Sure, there\u2019s <strong>a dry season<\/strong> (December to March; July to August) and a <strong>rainy season<\/strong>, but it can rain during the dry season and be sunny during the rainy season. Colombia is a <strong>tropical country<\/strong>, so showers are often short but intense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you&#8217;re planning a multi-day trek, don&#8217;t worry too much about the weather. And above all, don&#8217;t rely too heavily on weather forecasts\u2014they\u2019re not reliable here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are some key dates to keep in mind when creating your Colombia itinerary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/whale-watching-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"191675\">Whale-watching season<\/a><\/strong>: July to October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/llanos-orientales\/cano-cristales\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8890\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"191676\">Ca\u00f1o Cristales<\/a><\/strong>: mid-June to mid-November<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safari in Los Llanos<\/strong>: December to April<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mavecure<\/strong>: late November to March<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guape Canyon<\/strong>: December to February<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I also recommend keeping an eye on the dates of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-colombia-festivals\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"54203\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"94715\">major festivals in Colombia<\/a><\/strong>. Festivals are a fantastic way to experience the country\u2019s vibrant culture, but you&#8217;ll need to plan ahead to book your accommodation and get tickets. Festivals not to miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Feria de las Flores<\/strong> in <strong>Medell\u00edn<\/strong>: August<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carnaval de Barranquilla<\/strong>: February or March<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Feria de Cali<\/strong>: late December<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cartagena Independence Day<\/strong>: November<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With these tips in mind, you&#8217;ll be able to plan your trip at the right time to fully enjoy the unique experiences Colombia has to offer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-e981b3d9 destSection destExperience\" id=\"destExperience\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-514df0c6a5d4b7ad8a0cdf2e6e93cc43\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Favorite experiences in Colombia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center destIntro has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ed9dc107be61f0215c8444c501c5b569\">Directly contact the best local agencies for these tours<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activities_carousel ids=2,34,41,44,46,50,51,62]<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6523c558 destMore\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc9fc63f destMoreContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bce46af destMoreIllu\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-4d0e9ffd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"591\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-4d0e9ffd\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"tom-adrien-1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1.png 747w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1-300x237.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cd3650fe\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading destMoreTitle has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19d9e8387353123fe2493a1f80826ce3\">Looking for more activities? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"destMoreInfos has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25e95048211a5240b3a0ee8e64a4fb2d\">We personally select and test the best tours in Colombia\u2014to help you make the right choices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-98ff1c2c gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/\" data-lasso-id=\"91026\">See all tours<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-ddbeb640 destSection destReviews\" id=\"destReview\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-61de140b destSectionContainer\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">Traveler Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"French couple who traveled to Colombia with Tomplanmytrip | Review\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hagp-BVnn2g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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No more superficial, exhausting trips.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-2d6ed183 gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-services\/tailor-made-trip-colombia\/\" data-lasso-id=\"195770\">Explore Colombia with us<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-025a1659 destSection postArticles\" id=\"destPopular\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">More Travel Tips about Colombia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-f4f59e61 destPopular gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-8f6d9b2e gb-query-loop-item post-107731 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-colombia-itinerary tag-best-time-to-visit-colombia tag-june-in-colombia\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8f6d9b2e destPopularItem newTab\" style=\"background-image: 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