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Colombia

Between coffee mountains, tropical rainforest and the colonial Caribbean

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Colombia is a journey of light, colour and rhythm.

A country that changes skin at every stage: the Andean elegance of Bogotá, the endless coffee estates of Quindío, the creative energy of Medellín, the rainforest descending to the sea at Tayrona and the cinematic beauty of Cartagena. This itinerary is designed as a complete and sophisticated journey through some of the country's most evocative landscapes. Each day combines culture, nature, gastronomy, private experiences and selected hotels so the trip feels comfortable, elegant and profoundly authentic. From a coffee tasting at one of the most renowned haciendas in the coffee country to a stroll through the colonial streets of Cartagena, from the underground spirituality of the Salt Cathedral to the turquoise beaches of the Caribbean, Colombia reveals itself as a vibrant destination.

From
€7,650
per person
Duration
17
days
Design
100%
bespoke

Suggested itinerary

The journey, day by day

Day 1

Arrival in Bogotá · The capital between mountains

Arrival in Bogotá and private transfer to the hotel. The Colombian capital appears framed by the Andes, with a fascinating mix of contemporary architecture, historic neighbourhoods, exceptional museums and a gastronomic scene that grows more sophisticated by the day. The afternoon is designed at an easy pace to rest from the trip and begin to feel the pulse of the city from one of its most elegant areas.

Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina Bogotá
Day 2

Bogotá and Zipaquirá · Gold, history and a cathedral underground

The day begins with a private departure to Zipaquirá, crossing the savanna of Bogotá between fields, gentle mountains and villages with an Andean air. There awaits the Salt Cathedral, one of the most singular in the country, carved inside an ancient mine and enveloped in a silent, almost ceremonial atmosphere.

Descending into the Salt Cathedral and ending the day before the golden pieces of the Gold Museum, two distinct ways of entering the symbolic soul of the country
Day 3

Bogotá · Coffee country · Bound for Colombia's green heart

Private transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Pereira or Armenia. On arrival, your driver takes you to the heart of the coffee country, a region of gentle hills, bamboo groves, banana plantations and coffee estates that seem to stretch to infinity. The landscape changes completely.

Hacienda Bambusa
Day 4

Hacienda San Alberto · The art of Colombian coffee

Today you will experience a private tour at Hacienda San Alberto, one of the most iconic coffee estates in Quindío. The tour lets you discover the coffee process from plant to cup, understanding the importance of altitude, climate, hand-picking and roasting.

Tasting a single-origin coffee in the very landscape where it is born, surrounded by green mountains and the silence of the countryside
Day 5

Cocora Valley and Salento · Wax palms in the mist

Private departure to the Cocora Valley, one of the most impressive landscapes in Colombia. The road winds through vegetation-covered mountains until arriving at a valley where the wax palms, the country's national tree, rise almost unreally between the mist and the sun.

The image of the wax palms rising above the Cocora mountains, a natural postcard that seems hand-painted
Day 6

Coffee country · Medellín · The city of eternal spring

Private transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Medellín. On arrival, private transfer to the hotel. Medellín opens between mountains, with a soft light, tropical gardens and a contemporary energy that reflects one of the most admired urban transformations in Latin America.

Elcielo Hotel Medellín
Day 7

Medellín and Santa Elena · Flowers, transformation and paisa culture

Today you will discover Medellín with a private guide. The visit lets you understand the city's recent history, its social and urban transformation, its creative neighbourhoods and the warm character of paisa culture. The day continues toward Santa Elena, in the mountains that surround the city.

Stepping into a flower farm and hearing first-hand how a family tradition becomes a symbol for an entire city
Day 8

Santa Fe de Antioquia · Guatapé and El Peñol · Colour and landscape

A full private day to discover two great contrasts of Antioquia. First, Santa Fe de Antioquia, an old colonial town of cobbled streets, whitewashed houses and shaded squares. The Puente de Occidente, suspended over the Cauca river, adds a historical and scenic note to the route. Afterwards, continuation to Guatapé and the Piedra del Peñol.

The views from the Piedra del Peñol over the Guatapé reservoir, a mosaic of water and mountains that surprises with its beauty
Day 9

Medellín · Santa Marta · History beside the Caribbean

Private transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Santa Marta. Arrival on the Colombian Caribbean is felt at once: the air turns warm, the light more golden and the vegetation seems to draw closer to the sea. In the afternoon, private visit of Santa Marta, the oldest city in Colombia.

Hotel Boutique Don Pepe
Day 10

Minca and Tayrona · The Sierra Nevada meets the sea

Private departure to Minca, on the slopes of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. The landscape climbs between coffee estates, rivers, tropical vegetation and open views toward the Caribbean. It is a perfect day to feel nature from a cooler, more mountainous perspective before continuing to the surroundings of Tayrona.

Villa Tayrona by Opulo Hotels
Day 11

Tayrona National Park · Wild beaches and tropical rainforest

A day dedicated to the setting of Tayrona National Park, always subject to the conservation calendar, opening conditions and current park operations. The experience is arranged privately, with a specialised guide, combining nature, viewpoints, trails and beaches of transparent water.

The sense of walking between tropical rainforest and the Caribbean Sea, in one of the most iconic natural landscapes in the country
Day 12

Tayrona · Cartagena de Indias · The colonial jewel of the Caribbean

Private transfer to Cartagena de Indias. The route hugs the Caribbean coast and lets you see how the landscape shifts little by little, from the lush nature of Tayrona to the colonial architecture of one of the most beautiful cities in the Americas. On arrival, check-in at the hotel and a first free afternoon to stroll through the walled city.

Hotel Casa San Agustín
Day 13

Cartagena de Indias · City walls, squares and magical realism

Today you will explore Cartagena with a private guide. The visit ventures into the historic centre, designated a World Heritage Site, between colonial churches, hidden patios, flower-filled balconies and squares full of life.

Closing the afternoon walking along the city walls while the sun falls over the Caribbean and the city begins to light up
Day 14

Cartagena · The flavour of Gabo and Caribbean cuisine

A day devoted to flavour and literature. The gastronomic experience inspired by Gabriel García Márquez lets you cross Cartagena through its aromas, its squares and its literary memory. Between Caribbean bites, Colombian coffee, fruits, sweets and local rum, the city becomes a living narrative.

Tasting Cartagena through its flavours, understanding how gastronomy and literature form part of its deepest identity
Day 15

Rosario Islands or Barú · The bluest Caribbean

Final full day to enjoy the Caribbean. We propose a private sail to the Rosario Islands or a premium beach day at Barú, depending on preference and sea conditions. The day passes between turquoise water, reefs, warm breeze and time to swim, rest or simply contemplate the sea.

Day 16

Cartagena · Return to Spain

Free morning for a last stroll through Cartagena, some local craft shopping or a quiet coffee in the historic centre. At the scheduled time, private transfer to the airport to catch the return flight to Spain. The trip ends with the feeling of having travelled many Colombias in a single route: Andean, coffee, paisa, jungle and Caribbean.

Day 17

Arrival in Spain

Arrival in Spain. End of a journey full of colours, music, mountains, coffee, sea and cities that stay in memory long after your return. Indicative price from €7,650 per person.

Suggested hotels

Luxury Atelier selection for Colombia

  • Elcielo Hotel Medellín
  • Hotel Boutique Don Pepe
  • Hotel Casa San Agustín
  • Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina Bogotá
  • Villa Tayrona by Opulo Hotels
  • Hacienda Bambusa

Colombia in pictures

A glimpse of the destination

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before you travel

How much does a trip to Colombia cost with Luxury Atelier?

Bespoke luxury journeys to Colombia designed by Luxury Atelier by Presstour start from €7,650 per person (indicative price, luxury-category accommodation, private services and exclusive experiences). The final price varies based on dates, season, hotel category chosen and added experiences. Request a proposal and within 48-72 business hours you will receive a closed quote.

What is the best time to travel to Colombia?

The best time to travel to Colombia is from December to March for the Caribbean coast, and the whole year for Cartagena. Our specialists advise on the optimal dates based on the type of experience you are seeking (wildlife, culture, climate or less crowd) and your personal calendar.

Which hotel partners do you work with in Colombia?

In Colombia we work with boutique and grand-luxury hotels, including: Elcielo Hotel Medellín, Hotel Boutique Don Pepe, Hotel Casa San Agustín. All with preferred partnerships that allow us to secure upgrades, late check-outs and exclusive services for our clients.

How many days do we recommend for Colombia?

We recommend between 10 and 21 days to experience Colombia with the depth it deserves. Our signature itinerary is 17 days. We tailor the route to your dates, pace and priorities — some clients prefer fewer transfers over more days, others want to cover more regions.

What exclusive experiences do you include in Colombia?

In Colombia we arrange experiences you cannot book online: coffee tasting at Hacienda Bambusa, private dinner on the walls of Cartagena, Cocora Valley by helicopter, indigenous communities of Tayrona. Every journey includes access to private experiences, guides specialised in the theme that interests you (cultural, gastronomic, wellness or photographic) and premium 24/7 logistics throughout the route.

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