Starting Price:	$5,388.00
Trip Length:	9 days
Includes airfare allowance from Miami (US)

Cartagena

Bogota

Bogota, Cartagena, Caracas and Angel Falls

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This Yampu tour to the beautiful countries of Colombia and Venezuela in the northern region of South America will take you to some of the most famous places that it has to offer. We begin in Bogota, located high in the Andes at more than 8000 feet, has a combination of influences, Spanish and Indian. Then, we will move on to Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This hot, sultry city filled with color, music and charm is the perfect way to experience Colombia’s culture. This trip continues to Caracas, capital of Venezuela and the country’s most densely populated city and ends in Angel Falls the world’s tallest single waterfall.

Caracas was founded by the Spaniard Diego de Losada, sacked by the English in 1595 and by the French in 1766. It gained independence in 1821, when Simón Bolívar freed the country from Spanish domination. The colonial heritage can be found in the city center: departing from Plaza Bolívar which has a classic Spanish symmetrical layout, the Libertador’s equestrian statue in the center and National Guards posted on four sides. Modern Caracas houses a number of skyscrapers built in glass, iron and reinforced concrete that overlook houses and neighborhoods immersed in the green hills which contrast with the “barrios” (shantytowns) where the “ranchos” (shacks) form a huge illuminated nativity-type landscape at night.

Canaima National Park houses the world’s tallest single waterfall, the 3,212 feet high Salto Angel (Falls), named after the pilot Jimmie Angel, who discovered it in 1937. The adventurous North American pilot over flew it on the Flamingo in October, and the airplane’s mechanical problems forced him, his wife and two other passengers on a lucky landing on the top of the Auyantepuy (8,202 ft). Unscathed, they decided to descend the course of the river and after 11 days managed to return to civilization.

We offer a choice of 3, 4, 5-star and deluxe hotels. In Cartagena, the deluxe option includes the Casa del Arzobispado or the Quadrifolio Hotel. In Caracas, the deluxe option is with Marriot or the Tamanaco Intercontinental. Cartagena has many beautiful hotels in the old section of the city; please inquire about these options with one of our Travel Consultants.

The US State Department has issued a travel warning for Colombia to advise American citizens of the ongoing security concerns in this country. Please visit the US State Department website for current information regarding traveling in this country: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html.

The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office has issued a travel warning for Colombia to advise British citizens of the ongoing security concerns in this country. Please visit the UK Foreign and Commonwealth website for current information regarding traveling in this country: http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travelling-and-living-overseas/travel-advice-by-country/.

This tour includes airfare allowance from Miami (US), on non-holiday dates. You do not need to fly via Miami; Yampu will fly you the most direct way to your city of destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical surcharge from your city or country of origin.

Additional information on this trip:

Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Visited Cities:
Bogota, Cartagena, Caracas, Canaima (Angel Falls)

Day 1

Bogota
Take the flight to Bogota. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Bogota has a combination of influences: Spanish, Indian and African, which create a diverse and rich culture heritage. With an intense and vibrant intellectual and social life, this modern city provides travelers with a unique look in the heart of Colombian culture.

Day 2

Bogota
Visit to the famous Gold Museum, the Museo del Oro which houses 30,000 gold objects and 20,000 in stone, ceramic, textiles and precious stones of the Quimbaya, Calima, Tairona, Sinu, Muisca, Tolima, Tumaco and Magdalena cultures. The Museo del Oro has the most important collection of its kind worldwide. Our tour continues to the historic center known as La Candelaria where the center square is Plaza Bolivar. The square named for the statue in the center of Simón Bolívar. La Candelaria, the oldest part of the city, boasts grand houses of profound Spanish influence with iron windows, thick wooden doors, balconies and internal patios that hide beautiful gardens. Once we leave this area we will continue on to Quinta de Bolivar, the country house of Simon Bolivar. Set at the foot of Cerro de Monserrate, with magnificent surrounding gardens, the museum is filled with documents, letters, maps, uniforms and personal possessions that help to piece together events in his life. We travel by cable car up to 10,500 feet, top of the Mountain that looks over Bogotá.
Note: Museums closed on Monday.

Day 3

Bogota - Cartagena
Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Cartagena. Upon arrival, transfer to you hotel. Cartagena is the fifth largest city in Colombia and an important port city on the Caribbean coast. After numerous pirate attacks during the colonial era, a wall was built to surround the historic city center and protect its inhabitants. Cartagena is now a popular tourist destination that retains its colonial architecture and charm.

Afternoon Old Town Walk Guided walk along the walled old town, watching the streets, churches, colonial houses with their balconies, the Museum that was the residence of the five times president of the Republic, Rafael Nuñez; the Santa Catalina bastion, the craftsmanship place at Las Bovedas (The Dungeons) where you will find handmade souvenirs.

Day 4

Cartagena
Day at leisure. We recommend our full day tour to Rosario Islands.

Day 5

Cartagena – Caracas
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to take your flight to Venezuela. Upon arrival to the airport, private transfer to your hotel.

Day 6

Caracas
Today we will have a private visit to the city. We will start in the historic center from Plaza Bolívar; originally called Plaza de Armas, it adopted its current name in 1883 on the hundredth's birthday of Simón whose statue overlooks the square. His birthplace is next, a colonial house enriched by precious period pieces and paintings by famous artists such as Tito Salas who captured the most important highlights of El Libertador's life. Visit to the Capitolio, Palacio Legislativo and Palacio Federal where the golden keys to Simón Bolívar's mausoleum are kept.

Later, visit to the panoramic area of the city to observe the various neighborhoods and "barrios" or shantytowns. Continuation to El Hatillo, a small town of 70,000 inhabitants, 15 km from Caracas, rich in colonial style houses, friendly locals and a central square surrounded by houses transformed into restaurants, bars and artisan shops. Known for its mild climate, it is the perfect escape from the chaos and noise of the city.

Day 7

Caracas – Angel Falls
After breakfast, private transfer to airport to take your flight to Puerto Ordaz. After arrival, our representative will assist you with you air taxi to Canaima. Upon arrival, transfer to your Lodge. After lunch, we will have an excursion to the Canaima lagoon.

Day 8

Angel Falls
Around 4:30 am, we will start our tour with a transfer to Puerto Ucaima, on the upper part of the waterfalls of the Canaima lagoon. Continuation on a "curiara" navigating the Carrao river till Orquídea Island. Along this trip and if weather allows it, we will have amazing views of the Auyantepuy, the park's largest rock formation where the Angel Falls generate. After and hour and a half trip, break and breakfast. Later, we will navigate (2 hours) along the Churún River to base camp on Isla Ratón. Upon arrival, one hour trek through the jungle to Mirador Laime from where the Angel can be seen in their full splendor. Return to base camp in time for lunch. Return to Canaima with a break in El Sapo waterfall for a walk under the cascade and time for a swim near the fall. Return to the lodge.
Note: This tour can only be done during rainy season (May to November). Please inquire your travel consultant about alternative tours if you are not traveling during these months.

Day 9

Angel Falls – Caracas
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to take a flight on a small airplane towards Auyantepuy which translates from the Penom language to "mountain of the evil spirit". Arrival in Cañón del Diablo, the source of the Angel which at 3,212 feet high is considered the world's tallest waterfall. The view of the irregular surface of the Auyantepuy, the sound of the water and the green forest crossed by the Carrao River are stunning. These waterfalls were discovered in 1937 by Jimmie Angel, who landed on the top of the Auyantepuy, he was trapped on the rough terrain and, unable to take off again, he had to cross the jungle with three companions for eleven days until they reached civilization. Return to Canaima and flight to Caracas via Puerto Ordaz. Upon arrival, connect with your flight back home or overlap with an add-on of your choice.

Suggested Hotels by City and Category *

Bogota
3-star	Dann Norte
4-star	Morrison
5-star	Sofitel Victoria Regia
Deluxe	Charleston Bogota
Cartagena
3-star	Hotel Caribe, Almirante Estelar, Hotel La India Catalina, or similar.
4-star	Hotel Hilton Cartagena (Bocagrande area), Hotel Bovedas de Santa Clara (Old Town), or similar.
5-star	Sofitel Santa Clara (Old Town), La Merced Hotel Boutique (Old Town), or similar.
Deluxe	Casa del Arzobispado Hotel Boutique (Old Town), Quadrifolio Hotel Boutique (Old Town), La Passion Hotel, or similar.
Caracas
3-star	Caracas Cumberland or similar
4-star	Olé Caribe or similar
5-star	Embassy Suites or similar
Deluxe	Tamanaco Intercontinental or similar
Canaima (Angel Falls)
3-star	Tapuy or Parakaupa Lodge
4-star	Tapuy or Parakaupa Lodge
5-star	Wakü Lodge
Deluxe	Wakü Lodge

* Subject to confirmation at time of booking

Occupancy Type	3-Star	4-Star	5-Star	Deluxe
Double	$5388	$5744	$6127	$7186
Single	$6921	$7876	$8867	$10488

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