COLOMBIA TOURS: BOGOTA & CARTAGENA TREASURES 7 Day / 6 Night Program featuring BOGOTA, Colombia's vibrant, cosmopolitan city, and CARTAGENA, walled fortress Spanish colonial city on the Caribbean Sea. Prices begin from $1189.00 Per Person in Double Occupancy. Includes Land Arrangements Only. International and Domestic airfare is not included. Please ask for our Airline Specials. Program is Locally Hosted with English Speaking Guide. Departures: Daily Day 1: HOME CITY – BOGOTA Meet ‘n Greet upon arrival and Transfer to your hotel, the Embassy Suites, in Bogota's fashionable Zona Norte. Balance of the day free to relax, shop, stroll and explore attractive tree-lined boulevards and sample one of many restaurants just steps from your hotel. Day 2: BOGOTA – CITY TOUR Three hour Guided Tour of this vibrant, cosmopolitan capital city. Visit begins at the Plaza de Bolívar for close up look at the impressive the Prime Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the National Capitol, Casa 20 de Julio, Liebano Palace (the Mayor's Office) and the Justice Palace. Then, stroll through the picturesque streets of La Candelaria, the historical district, to enjoy it's colorful colonial architecture and the district's different attractions, such as the Botero Museum, the Colon Theater, the Chorro de Quevedo and the Eje Ambiental. Then it's the world famous Gold Museum, home of the world's largest pre-Hispanic gold work collection, just a short stroll away. Afterwards, a brief stop to learn about the emerald process. Continuing to the northern part of the city, on the way passing by the International Center, the National Park, Lourdes Plaza, Zona G, the Financial District, the 15th Avenue and the Parque de la 93 on the way to the quaint and picturesque sector of Usaquén, located at the northern part of the city before returning to our hotel. B Day 3: BOGOTA - CARTAGENA Today, it's "adios" to this vibrant, cosmopolitan city. At appointed time, Transfer to the Airport for flight to Cartagena. Meet & Greet upon arrival and Transfer to your hotel. Balance of day free to relax, enjoy the pool or beach, stroll, shop or explore the historic, colonial walled city. B Day 4: CARTAGENA - CITY TOUR Guided Tour of this magnificent, historic, Spanish colonial, walled city by the sea. Day begins with a visit to "The Popa", Cartagena's highest point to enjoy spectacular views of the red roofed tiled city below. Stroll through Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria Convent and Chapel admiring its simple architecture, gardens and sculptures. Then continue to San Felipe de
Barajas Fort, extraordinary hilltop fortress with a maze of underground tunnels and corridors used by soldiers to protect the city from pillaging pirates. Continuing to the Old City, "La Ciudad Amurallada", the walled city to enjoy its charming, cobblestone streets, the magnificent Cathedral, San Pedro Convent and many other historic sites. B Day 5: CARTAGENA - ISLAS ROSARIO Early morning Transfer to the wharf for boat rip to beautiful Rosario Islands, located to the south of the Bay of Cartagena. These beautiful islands are considered a National Natural Park with white sand beaches, complex coral banks excellent for snorkeling, and gorgeous aquamarine waters. Full day tour with lunch included. B, L Day 6: CARTAGENA Day free to relax, enjoy the pool or spa, stroll, shop and explore on your own. In the evening, why not enjoy a charming horse drawn carriage ride to a nearby restaurant for a delicious dinner under the stars. B Day 7: CARTAGENA - HOME CITY Today, it's "adios" to this magnificent, charming, Spanish colonial, walled city. At appointed time, Transfer to the Airport for flight homeward or to your next destination. B B
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Package Includes: - MEET 'n GREET upon arrival to Bogota's International Airport - Round trip TRANSFERS from the Airport to your Hotel in Bogota - TWO (2) NIGHTS accommodations at the EMBASSY SUITES - CITY TOUR of Bogota - MEET 'n GREET upon arrival to Cartagena's International Airport - Round trip TRANSFERS from the Airport to your Hotel in Cartagena - FOUR (4) NIGHTS accommodations at the CAPILLA DEL MAR - CITY TOUR of Cartagena - Full day tour to Islas de Rosario including Lunch - BREAKFAST Daily - Hotel Taxes
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