Private Tour Highlights
- Delighting in the unspoilt Amacayacu Natural Park and Calanoa Natural Reserve on the banks of the Amazon River, home to indigenous villages of the Tikuna people.
- Spotting resident Pink Dolphins in the Tarapoto lakes, as well as Turtles, Caimans and Piranhas throughout the Amacayacu Natural Park.
- Immersing yourself in nature at the Gorgona Natural National Park, an island awash with 147 varieties of bird and more than 500 marine species; including Humpback Whales.
- Exploring Colombia’s capital, Bogotá, on a private city tour encompassing the beautiful colonial architecture in La Candelaria, the Emerald Museum and Gold Museum; to name a few.
- Lapping up the extraordinary atmosphere of Cartagena, the picturesque walled city awash with cobbled streets and pretty plazas.
Tour Overview
Lie out on beaches on the Pacific and explore a humid, tropical rain forest full of wildlife, including the world’s largest lotus, with Yampu’s Colombia Wildlife and Nature Tour: Safaris, Rainforests and Coast trip! Tour Bogotá and a well-preserved, archetypal Colombian city, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just be sure to pack your camera; on this Colombia trip, you’ll have the chance to take in all that and more.
In the morning (after full-day Bogotá), you’ll head to Amacayacu National Park (located in Leticia), where you can bird watch; go fishing for piranha; visit local, indigenous communities; take in the (impressive) flora, case and point: the Victoria Regia (a huge, aquatic plant with large purple flowers framed by floating leaves); or just explore. With over 293.500 hectares to its name, Amacayacu National Park boasts humid tropical forest, woods, marshes and rivers (surrounded by trees—such as the white and red cedar, mahogany and the ceiba pentandra—up to 40- and 50-meters high). Turtles, caimans, river dolphins, various serpents and many bird species are easy to spot.
From there, you’ll head to Gorgona, where you can lie out on the beach or try out water sports.
Your tour will wrap up in Cartagena, a city filled with historic streets, alley ways and stories. Take in the old, walled city’s tiled roofs, balconies and courtyard gardens, and be sure to bring along your camera; words don’t seem to do Cartagena justice.
Inclusions
*For those traveling to the Amacayacu National Park (and those continuing on to Brazil), a vaccination for yellow fever is compulsory.
*High season in Gorgona National Park:
04.03.09 – 04.12.09 / 06.14.09 – 08.31.09 / 12.16.09 – 01.31.10 and national holiday.
Package Price: From £$ 4824
Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.
Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
Bogota
Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Bogota is a modern capital city with stand-out cultural, intellectual and social draws as well as rich colonial heritage.
Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Bogota is a modern capital city with stand-out cultural, intellectual and social draws as well as rich colonial heritage.
Bogota City Tour
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After breakfast start in on the private tour to the historic center known as La Candelaria. Old “casonas” (grand houses marked Spanish influence) with iron windows, thick wooden doors, balconies and internal patios and gardens line the ancient streets. La Candelaria unfolds around the Plaza Bolivar, named after Simón Bolivar, El Libertador. Originally called Plaza Mayor, it was used for civil and military events and as a marketplace, bull ring and execution platform.
The cathedral beside the square (on the land where Bogota’s first church was built in 1539) holds weighty collection of liturgical, textile and ornamental objects collected over four centuries. Next to it is the Capilla del Sagrario, known for its superior architecture, and nearby is the Capitolio, built between 1847 and 1926. Influenced by Ionic, Neoclassical and Renaissance styles, it is made of white stone built by several generations of stonemasons. The central area is occupied by the Salón Eliptico, where the meetings of congress take place. The wings house the current Camara de Representantes and Senate. Busts of former presidents as well as General Tomas Cipriano de Mosquera and Rafael Núńez (the composer of the national hymn) line the internal patio. The tour finishes up in the Palace of Justice.
From there, go to the Museo Botero home to the artwork of Picasso, Renoir, Dali, Matisse, Monet and Giacometti, to name a few (donated by the artist Fernando Botero and others). After that, head to the Museo del Oro whose collection features nearly 34,000 gold objects and 20,000 in stone, ceramic, textiles and precious stones from the Quimbaya, Calima, Tayrona, Sinu, Muisca, Tolima, Tumaco and Magdalena cultures. The Museo de Oro's collection is considered one of the most meaningful and substantial collections of its kind—worldwide.
Afternoon at leisure. (If possible, it is recommended to check out another city museum)
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Bogota – Leticia – Calanoa Natural Reserve
Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Leticia. Arrival and transfer to the port, to take a fast boat to Calanoa Natural Reserve. Upon arrival transfer to Malokas and check-in. Afternoon at leisure for walks around the hotel area. Calanoa Natural Reserve is based in a private natural reserve located on the banks of the Amazon River, 60 km west of the Colombian town of Leticia, beside the Amacayacu Natural Park and close to indigenous villages of the Tikuna, Cocama, Huitoto and Bora people.
Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Leticia. Arrival and transfer to the port, to take a fast boat to Calanoa Natural Reserve. Upon arrival transfer to Malokas and check-in. Afternoon at leisure for walks around the hotel area. Calanoa Natural Reserve is based in a private natural reserve located on the banks of the Amazon River, 60 km west of the Colombian town of Leticia, beside the Amacayacu Natural Park and close to indigenous villages of the Tikuna, Cocama, Huitoto and Bora people.
Amacayacu National Park
Visit the village of the Tikuna indigenous, afterwards visit the lakes of Tarapoto to have the possibility to see pink and grey dolphins and visit Puerto Narino, which is a small jungle Village.
Visit the village of the Tikuna indigenous, afterwards visit the lakes of Tarapoto to have the possibility to see pink and grey dolphins and visit Puerto Narino, which is a small jungle Village.
Calanoa Natural Reserve – Leticia – Bogota – Cali
After breakfast, return to Leticia on a fast boat. Upon arrival transfer to the airport to catch the flight to Cali via Bogota. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.
After breakfast, return to Leticia on a fast boat. Upon arrival transfer to the airport to catch the flight to Cali via Bogota. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.
Cali – Guapi – Gorgona
After breakfast transfer to the airport, and take the flight to Guapi. Upon arrival reception and transfer to the dock to take a fast boat to Gorgona Island. Upon arrival check-in at the lodge. Afternoon at leisure.
After breakfast transfer to the airport, and take the flight to Guapi. Upon arrival reception and transfer to the dock to take a fast boat to Gorgona Island. Upon arrival check-in at the lodge. Afternoon at leisure.
Gorgona National Park
Day at leisure. Lie out on the beach, take optional excursions in the area or just kick back.
Day at leisure. Lie out on the beach, take optional excursions in the area or just kick back.
Gorgona National Park
Day at Leisure
Day at Leisure
Gorgona National Park – Guapi – Cali
Morning departure to Guapi by boat. Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Cali. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.
Morning departure to Guapi by boat. Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Cali. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.
Cali – Cartagena
After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport and take the flight to Cartagena. Arrival, transfer and hotel check-in. Overnight stay.
After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport and take the flight to Cartagena. Arrival, transfer and hotel check-in. Overnight stay.
Cartagena City Tour
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After breakfast, take a private tour of the city’s colonial district. Sourtart off in Parque Bolivar, a central part of the district, surrounded by large trees and four fountains with a statue of El Libertador at their center. Around the square, see the Museo del Oro and the Palace of the Inquisition distinguished by its baroque entrance door. The meetings of the tribunal took place in the palace, and the palace also housed the prison and torture chambers for the alleged opponents of the Catholic Church. The tour continues to the Santo Domingo church and the cathedral and ends in the Ramparts and the Museo de Las Fortificaciones. Afternoon at leisure. ...read less
Cartagena
Day at leisure. An excursion to the Rosario Islands is recommended.
Day at leisure. An excursion to the Rosario Islands is recommended.
Cartagena – Bogota
After breakfast transfer to the airport to take flight to Bogota. Upon arrival, take international flight back home or overlap with an add-on of one’s choice.
After breakfast transfer to the airport to take flight to Bogota. Upon arrival, take international flight back home or overlap with an add-on of one’s choice.
Bogotá - Bogota, Colombia
Leticia - Amazonas, Colombia
Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Gorgona - Cauca Department, Colombia
Cartagena - Bolivar, Colombia
Places You'll See
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Bogota
Located in the center of Colombia, the city of Bogota appeals to all types. The La Candelaria area draws in the lovers of art and culture with its many museums including the Botero Museum and the Gold Museum. Other notable attractions include botanical garden Jose Celestino Mutis, the National Observatory, and over 100 shopping malls.
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Leticia
Located on the north Bank of the Amazon River in Colombia is the small village of Leticia. Enjoy the beautiful river and the surrounding area with exciting activates such as kayaking, birdwatching, or even visit a nature reserve that allows feeding of monkeys!
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Cali
Known as the Salsa dancing capital of the world, Cali is a constantly growing city with a thriving appreciation for Salsa. Walk along the shady riverbank while admiring the architecture, national monuments, and local life. For the beginner, take some salsa lessons from local professionals in the lively night scene or take on wind or kite surfing with the warm winds of Colombia.
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Cartagena
The walled city of Cartagena, with its cobblestone streets and gorgeous colonial architecture, is full of exciting and engaging sites and activities. Visit the Palacio de la Inquisicion, where the Spanish Inquisition condemned men accused of crimes against religion. Or spend the day at the Playa Blanca beach, enjoying the surf and the sand.
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Hotel Options
3 Star Properties
Abadia Colonial
Bogota , COLOMBIA
The Abadia Colonial is an intimate hotel in La Candelaria. The hotel has just 12 elegant and tidy, colonial style rooms, with colorful bedding. They are equipped with heating, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and large windows making them bright. The hotel also offers an elegant and inviting restaurant with views of Monserrate Hill, one of the main touristic attraction of the town. The restaurant serves charming and delicious Italian cooking, as well as traditional Colombian dishes. Guests can also enjoy a daily American style breakfast.
Hotel Casa Deco
Bogota , COLOMBIA
Hotel Casa Deco emerges in a wonderful Decó refurbished building. The inside has a pleasant Italian touch with lovely details. It offers the perfect combination between discrete service with a personal, cozy and artistic touch. The interior of the hotel has generous spaces, wooden floors, big windows and balconies to look out over the nearby pedestrian streets. The hotel has 21 rooms, each with its own color and fully equipped with Italian furniture, private bathroom, Cable TV, WIFI and Room service 24 hours. The social areas include a lovely tearoom, a breakfast lounge with fireplace and an amazing terrace where guests can have a drink at the bar while enjoying a breathtaking view.
Cosmos Xpress
Cali , COLOMBIA
Cosmos Cali, with a strategic location in the city center, offers a fresh and modern design with access to several attractions, achieving the perfect combination of fun, relaxation, and business. The 58 spacious rooms are equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. Guests can also enjoy a well-equipped fitness center, a bar and lounge area, and a complimentary breakfast served daily. There is also an onsite restaurant offering international and regional dishes, as well as world-renowned Colombian coffee.
Alfiz
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
The Alfiz Hotel is located in a XVII century colonial house in Cartagena’s historical quarter. The restoration and decorative design of the eight rooms take in to account the most important periods of Cartagena’s history in order to provide a stylish getaway and encounter with Colombia’s historic city. The hotel offers 8 rooms featuring modern comforts such as air conditioning, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom. The hotel also features a beautiful garden, a library, a rooftop terrace, and an outdoor pool. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary breakfast, served daily, a coffee shop, and a bar and lounge area.
Hotel Bantu
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
The Bantú by Faranda Boutique invites guests to discover one of the most amazing accommodations in the Caribbean, full of warmth and authenticity. A charming boutique hotel in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, the Colombian colonial city par excellence. Bantú By Faranda Boutique offers an avant garde interior design, eighteenth-century colonial architecture and unique services such as a colonial courtyard, a chill-out terrace, solarium area and swimming pool, spa, sauna, Jacuzzi, and a bar and lounge area. The Cabildo restaurant offers Caribbean and Colombian cuisine.
4 Star Properties
Sonesta
Bogota , COLOMBIA
Sonesta Hotel Bogota is a modern and exclusive hotel in northern Bogota, with a cutting edge design and sophisticated customized service. The hotel has 126 spacious and contemporary rooms offering oversized soundproofed windows and natural light, writing desk, 40″ LED Cable TV, complimentary high speed Internet access, minibar, and private bathroom. The hotel also features a charming fireplace in the lobby, a fitness center, therapeutic massage treatments, and a lobby bar. Restaurant Cook’s brings together the most authentic taste of Colombia to a higher level.
Andino Royal
Bogota , COLOMBIA
The Andino Royal Hotel, offers a cozy atmosphere that make guests feel right at home. Located in a landscape of business, meeting and pleasure travel pursuits. This hotel stands in a beautiful cobblestone street that invites guests to take walks and visit the various famous boutiques, upscale restaurants, and luxury shopping centers. The 70 comfortable rooms are specially designed for business and leisure. Among the services and amenities offered are: complimentary buffet breakfast, complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the property, 24 hour Business Center, Restaurant, 24 hour rooms service, meeting facilities, dry cleaning service, gym and sauna.
Bogota : Hotel de la Opera – standard Room
Hotel de la Opera – standard Room
Bogota , COLOMBIA
The Hotel de la Opera is located in La Candelaria, next to the Cristobal Colon Theater. The generous interior spaces have been beautifully renovated and designed to provide some of the best accommodation in the city in a magnificent historic setting. Guests can enjoy the exquisite Mediterranean cuisine at La Scala, or regional cuisine at El Mirador. The Hotel de la Opera has 42 rooms decorated with fine Italian-made furniture, central heating, Wi-Fi, cable TV, minibars, and all the comforts of the best luxury boutique hotels. Guests can also enjoy services such as a bar and lounge, and a Thermae Spa offering body treatments and therapies.
NH Cali Royal
Cali , COLOMBIA
NH Cali Royal is conveniently situated next to the Trade Center Corporate Complex in a charming residential area of Cali, Colombia. The hotel’s 145 rooms are bigger than most hotels in the city. Clean, modern and with muted décor, rooms are perfect for both tourists and those on business. Suite Royal rooms overlook the pool, while Executive Rooms have panoramic views of the city. Enjoy a relaxed stay at the NH Cali Royal with an outdoor pool and whirlpool. Guests can relax on the leafy terrace with a book, or arrange a massage at the spa. For guests who would like to stay more active, they can use the machines in the compact gym.
Cartagena : Hotel Casa Pestagua
Hotel Casa Pestagua
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
Casa Pestagua Hotel Boutique Spa, known as “the most beautiful house in Cartagena”, belonged to the 18th Century Count of Pestagua. Distinguished by its exquisite architectural and artistic harmony, today the Casa Pestagua Hotel Boutique Spa offers luxury hotel services, with the comfort and technology expected by the most demanding hotel standards. Casa Pestagua Hotel Boutique Spa is a boutique hotel with its exclusive offer of 11 rooms housed in spacious grounds, worthy of a first rate luxury hotel. Enjoy the privilege of being attended to in the Casa Pestagua Hotel Boutique Spa and receiving a totally personalized service in an oasis of peace and tranquility.
Cartagena : Sofitel Santa Clara (Classic)
Sofitel Santa Clara (Classic)
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
A perfect blend of vintage and contemporary, striking a balance between art and beauty to accommodate modernity and technology in unique surroundings. Each detail tells a story. The Sofitel Santa Clara hotel offers the perfect combination of age-old tradition, local hospitality and French luxury. The hotel offers 122 rooms, including 19 suites. With its blend of colonial architecture and modern comforts, the hotel offers comfortable rooms, personalized service, gourmet cuisine, a first-class spa, meeting rooms and cutting-edge technology for events, conventions and weddings.
5 Star Properties
Bogota : Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia – Superior Room
Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia – Superior Room
Bogota , COLOMBIA
The name Victoria Regia refers to an elegant Colombian water lily that floats in the Amazon and it is known for the strength of its leaves. The hotel reflects its beauty and vigor. True to its architectural concept of elegant lines and rich materials, this beautiful hotel is the ideal combination of the classic and contemporary. Renowned architect Miguel Soto has achieved a fine blend of elegant and modern French style, with characteristic local features, creating a welcoming and distinctive design. The hotel’s 102 rooms, including 5 private suites, offer a luxurious stay. The gourmet restaurant awakens the culinary senses and the three French-style meeting rooms are perfect for any event.
Bogota : The Orchids Real – Suite
The Orchids Real – Suite
Bogota , COLOMBIA
Strategically located in the heart of the cultural and diplomatic life of Bogota, the Orchid Hotel is a neoclassical house that dates back to 1892 and showcases a welcoming contrast between functionality and sophistication. The backyard invites a haven of fresh air and sunshine with a water fountain. All the suites at The Orchids Hotel have generous and inviting spaces, full of the sophistication and comfort of a modern hotel, and are equipped with fireplaces, internet, TVs, and private bathrooms. Besides the fine cuisine, The Orchids Hotel provides the option of savoring the well-known gastronomy of its associate Chef Harry Sasson.
Intercontinental
Cali , COLOMBIA
Located five minutes away from downtown and nearby the best restaurants and bars, Intercontinental de Cali, an Estelar Hotel, was built with the highest hospitality industry standards. All the spacious rooms at Intercontinental de Cali are equipped with air conditioning, Cable TV, a minibar, and private bathrooms. The hotel offers services such as an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a full service spa offering hydrotherapy, steam bathing, as well as beauty and body treatments. There are also several dining choices for guests, including a bar and lounge area.
Cartagena : Ananda Hotel Boutique
Ananda Hotel Boutique
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
Ananda Hotel Boutique is located in the heart of the walled city of Cartagena de Indias. The hotel offers 23 spacious rooms, each one individually furnished and equipped with free Wi-Fi, Cable TV, minibars, and private bathrooms. The hotel also features a beautiful outdoor pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi with a comfortable lounge area, a massage room for total relaxation, and a gorgeous rooftop terrace. Carmen Cartagena offers contemporary cuisine with a fusion of ingredients and preparations from all over the world.
Cartagena : Sofitel Santa Clara (Superior)
Sofitel Santa Clara (Superior)
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
A perfect blend of vintage and contemporary, striking a balance between art and beauty to accommodate modernity and technology in unique surroundings. Each detail tells a story. The Sofitel Santa Clara hotel offers the perfect combination of age-old tradition, local hospitality and French luxury. The hotel offers 122 rooms, including 19 suites. With its blend of colonial architecture and modern comforts, the hotel offers comfortable rooms, personalized service, gourmet cuisine, a first-class spa, meeting rooms and cutting-edge technology for events, conventions and weddings.
Cartagena : Casa del Arzobispado
Casa del Arzobispado
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
Located in the center of the walled city of Cartagena de Indias, Casa del Arzobispado is the perfect retreat to relax, and soak up the charm of the city. At Casa del Arzobispado, guests can experience the magic and style of colonial times within the original architecture of the beautiful house. The 10 comfortable and attractive rooms feature antique pieces and modern amenities needed to provide the perfect combination of rest and relaxation in a luxurious atmosphere. The hotel also offers an outdoor pool with Jacuzzi, a steam room, and a solarium. There is also a complimentary breakfast served daily, as well as an onsite restaurant serving regional cuisine.
Luxury Properties
Bogota : Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia – Suite
Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia – Suite
Bogota , COLOMBIA
The name Victoria Regia refers to an elegant Colombian water lily that floats in the Amazon and it is known for the strength of its leaves. The hotel reflects its beauty and vigor. True to its architectural concept of elegant lines and rich materials, this five-star hotel is the ideal combination of the classic and contemporary. Renowned architect Miguel Soto has achieved a fine blend of elegant and modern French style, with characteristic local features, creating a welcoming and distinctive design. The hotel’s 102 rooms, including 5 private suites, offer a luxurious stay. The gourmet restaurant awakens the culinary senses and the three French-style meeting rooms are perfect for any event.
JW Marriott, Bogota
Bogota , COLOMBIA
The JW Marriott Bogota Hotel is located at the heart of the financial and entertainment district. Within the hotel one will find an array of gastronomic and entertainment options. Get creative at The Market where one can build a personal pizza, and more in a casual environment. Indulge at Tamarine, a chic restaurant that offers Asian fusion cuisine. Live an authentic Japanese gastronomic experience at Nau Sushi Lounge and try a variety of Sake based cocktails in a trendy and warm ambience. The rooms feature Wi-Fi, Cable TV, minibar, and private bathrooms. The hotel also offers an indoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and a full service spa offering facial and body treatments.
Cartagena : Hotel Casa San Agustin
Hotel Casa San Agustin
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
A luxurious small hotel lovingly restored and reimagined for a new generation of travelers, exquisite Casa San Agustín echoes Cartagena’s fresh contemporary style and colorful Caribbean sensibility. From original frescoes in the library to centuries-old wood-beamed ceilings in the guest rooms, Casa San Agustín’s art and architecture evoke the city’s rich history as 17th century Spanish stronghold. The hotel’s 30 beautifully decorated guest rooms and spacious suites showcase an authentic Colombian style while seamlessly incorporating the modern services and amenities that contemporary travelers seek. Guests can also enjoy the swimming pool with poolside bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Cartagena : Charleston Santa Teresa
Charleston Santa Teresa
Cartagena , COLOMBIA
Charleston Santa Teresa, in Colombia’s Caribbean coast, is where a regal mix of historical grace and contemporary cool, meets the warmth of Colombian hospitality. After exploring the sites of the city, relax in the sumptuous and chic guest rooms, unwind in Cartagena’s most luxurious hotel spa offering number of therapies and body treatments, and then experience the magic of a Caribbean sunset over dinner in La Terrazza, one of the best restaurants in Cartagena serving a daily buffet breakfast as well as a broad menu with unique flavors.
Testimonials
Edoardo
Traveled February 2016
It was a most memorable trip and we enjoyed every minute of it
It was a most memorable trip and we enjoyed every minute of it, thanks to the impeccable Yampu’s organization and the great support offered by your local agents.
Claudia is feeling much better and thinks it was thoughtful of you to send her some teas.
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Barbara
Traveled February 2016
First and foremost, we had a fabulous trip!
Thank you and the whole local team so much!! We truly appreciate the immediate attention and swift action due to the missed flight connection. It was handled very professionally with lots of communication, so we had no anxiety, and while we missed some sleep since we arrived in San Agustin quite late, we were very pleased not to have to sacrifice any of the planned tour as a result of it.
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Claudia ed Edoardo
Traveled February, 2016
It was a most memorable trip
And we enjoyed every minute of it, thanks to the impeccable Yampu organization (it is not a novelty…) and the great support offered by your local agents. Excellent guides, interpreters and drivers. Remarkable choice of hotels. To sum it up: a fantastic trip. Would you please convey our deepest thanks to all of your local agents for their generous assistance and their willingness to satisfy our requests.
A special grateful thank you to you, Wendy. I did appreciate your unstinting support, your professional approach and your astonishing ability to interpret and develop your customer’s project.
We do not say addio but arrivederci, hoping to travel with Yampu again.
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