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Romantic Honeymoon in Colombia

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PRIVATE TOUR - 12 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 5924

Private Tour Highlights

  • 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.
  • Admiring sweeping views of Bogotá and beyond from the top of Monserrate Hill, reached by cable car and promising unforgettable vistas.
  • Stepping foot in the beguiling Salt Cathedral just outside of Bogotá in Zipaquira, carved 120 meters underground from an old salt mine.
  • Getting lost in time along the colonial streets of Barichara.
  • Admiring the views of the Chicamocha Canyon during a cable car ride across the valley.
  • Lapping up the extraordinary atmosphere of Cartagena, the picturesque walled city awash with cobbled streets and pretty plazas.
  • Exploring the tropical paradise of Providencia Island, with its many beautiful, sandy beaches and tree-lined shores.
  • Walking across “Lover’s Bridge” to the neighboring island of Santa Catalina, rumored to be true site of the famed ‘Treasure Island’.
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Tour Overview

For a romantic honeymoon in Colombia, explore the historical and agricultural depths of Colombia while also taking time to relax and enjoy island luxuries. You will start your romantic journey in Bogota, Colombia’s capital set in the Andes at more than 8,000 feet. Spend your time touring historical neighborhoods and enjoying spectacular views of the city and mountains. Climb below the earth for an unforgettable visit to the Zipaquira’s Underground Salt Cathedral. Enjoy your stay in colonial style accommodations while walking the streets of the town of Barichara. You will take an incredible cable car ride over the Chicamocha Canyon for a taste of the world’s best coffee at Hacienda El Roble.

The next part of your trip will bring you to the romantic town of Cartagena. Experience the colonial era within the historical city streets and with a horse-drawn carriage ride. You will witness the old fortresses around the city while taking in the sunset on a sailboat in the Cartagena bay before leaving for Providencia Island. An intimate excursion isn’t complete without an island getaway. Enjoy special dinners, beach tours, and snorkeling around Providencia’s clear turquoise waters.

Your trip will be complemented by exquisite accommodations with 5-star amenities. You will stay at the contemporary Sofitel Victoria Regia in Bogota, the rustic Casa Terra in Villa de Leyva, the traditional Terra Barichara, the refined Casa San Agustin in Cartagena, and the luxurious Deep Blue on Providencia Island.

Inclusions
Price includes domestic and regional flights within the itinerary; all hotel accommodations including daily continental or buffet breakfast and daily city tax; all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling; guided tours in English including entrance fees.


Note:
*On flights from/to Providencia, you have a luggage limit of 10 kilograms plus hand luggage

*Evening Horse Carriage Tour with Dinner in Cartagena does not include transportation back to the hotel at the end of the evening.
Exclusions

International airfare, airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services and other personal items or services not mentioned.

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Package Price: From £$ 5924

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

Day
1

Flight to Bogota

Once landed in Colombia, reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. The elevation in Bogota is approximately 2640 meters (8660 feet), so Yampu highly recommends resting upon arrival for a few hours, and avoiding alcohol, caffeine or heavy meals. Please consult with your physician for additional details.

Once landed in Colombia, reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. The elevation in Bogota is approximately 2640 meters (8660 feet), so Yampu highly recommends resting upon arrival for a few hours, and avoiding alcohol, caffeine or heavy meals. Please consult with your physician for additional details.

Day
2

City Tour of Bogota

Bogota
City Tour of Bogota
This guided visit to the Colombian capital starts in the Plaza de Bolivar (the city's main square), surrounded by federal government buildings, and continues into the old colonial part of the city better known as "La Candelaria” where one will see the San Francisco Church, and the Gold Museum (closed on Mondays). The tour finishes with a trip in a cable car to the top of the Monserrate Hill, which offers a spectacular view of the city. In the evening, drive out at sunset towards the mountains and the secluded village of "La Calera" just on the outskirts of the city. From selected lookout points called "miradores", appreciate Bogota's spectacular sea of lights.
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3

Zipaquira's Underground Salt Cathedral- Villa de Leyva

In the morning, be met for an overland transfer to Zipaquira to visit the fully functioning Salt Cathedral, a unique building constructed approximately 120 meters underground in a former salt mine! The trip continues with a visit to Zipaquira's charming central square and continuing on to Villa de Leyva, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved colonial villages in South America. In the afternoon, arrive at the hotel before taking a nice stroll through the village of Villa de Leyva visiting the central plaza with its churches, restaurants and handicraft shops. ...read less

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4

Depart Villa de Leyva to Barichara

During the day, take an overland transport to Barichara, one of the most beautiful colonial villages in Colombia. Transfer to a romantic, colonial style hotel.

During the day, take an overland transport to Barichara, one of the most beautiful colonial villages in Colombia. Transfer to a romantic, colonial style hotel.

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Day
5

Half Day City Tour of Barichara

After breakfast, visit the colonial treasures of Barichara. Afterwards, walk on the stone path to Guane, a small town named after the indigenous who lived here. A German Engineer, Geo von Lengerke, built the path about two centuries ago. In Guane, visit the Archeological Museum.
For the rest of the day travelers can enjoy free time to take in the unique atmosphere of this great city.

After breakfast, visit the colonial treasures of Barichara. Afterwards, walk on the stone path to Guane, a small town named after the indigenous who lived here. A German Engineer, Geo von Lengerke, built the path about two centuries ago. In Guane, visit the Archeological Museum.
For the rest of the day travelers can enjoy free time to take in the unique atmosphere of this great city.

Day
6

Chicamocha Canyon- Mesa de los Santos

After breakfast, travel towards the north to the Chicamocha Canyon. Travelers will cross the Canyon by cable car arriving to "Mesa de los Santos" right on the other site of the Canyon. Here visit the "Hacienda El Roble" an authentic Coffee Hacienda which produces one of the world’s best Coffees. Get to know the Hacienda as well as the whole Coffee growing process. In the afternoon continue to Bucaramanga to spend the evening.

After breakfast, travel towards the north to the Chicamocha Canyon. Travelers will cross the Canyon by cable car arriving to "Mesa de los Santos" right on the other site of the Canyon. Here visit the "Hacienda El Roble" an authentic Coffee Hacienda which produces one of the world’s best Coffees. Get to know the Hacienda as well as the whole Coffee growing process. In the afternoon continue to Bucaramanga to spend the evening.

Day
7

Bucaramanga - Cartagena

After breakfast check out, and transfer to the airport in Bucaramanga for the flight to Cartagena de Indias. Upon arrival in Cartagena, transfer to a pleasant hotel located within the walled city.
In the evening, experience the colonial era with a tour in horse-drawn carriages and admire the beauty of Cartagena. Enjoy the walled city and its balconies illuminated by lanterns. Entertain your imagination with the marvelous stories of each of the streets of the Old City, narrated by the carriage driver, and conclude this romantic evening in one of the best restaurants in the Old City, "Brujas de Cartagena", where you can enjoy typical live music every weekend accompanied with a pisco sour and an exquisite Peruvian menu.
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8

Private City Tour of Cartagena

This fascinating tour starts with the visit of the most important monuments of Cartagena. Begin at the Convent of La Popa (the highest point of the city) and continue to the Castillo de San Felipe, an immense fort filled with history and mysteries hidden in its stonewalled tunnels. Leaving the castle, visit the monument of Zapatos Viejos, the "Old Shoes". Certainly the most impressive monument is the gigantic defensive wall that surrounds the old city, and overlooks the sea and its well-preserved colonial architecture. During the rest of the visit, see the city's churches, museums, plazas, restaurants, shops and jewelry stores. This combination of treasures makes Cartagena deserving of the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site: One will never forget this wonderful destination. ...read less

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9

Private Sailing Trip around Cartagena Bay

Enjoy the experience of a sunset sailing around Cartagena Bay, in a 3 hours private sailing cruise. Take in breathtaking bay views. The tour starts in Bocagrande and Castillogrande before passing through the port on which the city was built to the fortress of San Fernando in Bocachica, the first line of defense against pirates in bygone years.

Enjoy the experience of a sunset sailing around Cartagena Bay, in a 3 hours private sailing cruise. Take in breathtaking bay views. The tour starts in Bocagrande and Castillogrande before passing through the port on which the city was built to the fortress of San Fernando in Bocachica, the first line of defense against pirates in bygone years.

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10

Cartagena - San Andres - Providencia Island

After breakfast check out, and transfer to the airport in Cartagena for your flight to San Andres Island. Upon arrival in San Andres, hop a flight in a small propeller-driven plane towards Providencia. The view from the aircraft shows an impressive seascape; the water here is known for its variety of shades of blue and green. Upon arrival, Yampu travelers will be welcomed by a local travel guide and transferred to the hotel for a romantic evening with a special dinner and a decorated room.

After breakfast check out, and transfer to the airport in Cartagena for your flight to San Andres Island. Upon arrival in San Andres, hop a flight in a small propeller-driven plane towards Providencia. The view from the aircraft shows an impressive seascape; the water here is known for its variety of shades of blue and green. Upon arrival, Yampu travelers will be welcomed by a local travel guide and transferred to the hotel for a romantic evening with a special dinner and a decorated room.

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11

Private Full Day Providencia and Santa Catalina Island Tour

This tour will cover the whole island in motor launch, including lunch and visits to Manzanillo beaches, the Southwest Bay, Aguadulce, and the town of Santa Isabel, as well as the small neighboring island of Santa Catalina. On each stop enjoy some time to take on the beach activities available, such as snorkeling in Providencia's clear turquoise waters. The amazing coral reefs make it the ideal place for snorkeling, which is included with today’s tour.

This tour will cover the whole island in motor launch, including lunch and visits to Manzanillo beaches, the Southwest Bay, Aguadulce, and the town of Santa Isabel, as well as the small neighboring island of Santa Catalina. On each stop enjoy some time to take on the beach activities available, such as snorkeling in Providencia's clear turquoise waters. The amazing coral reefs make it the ideal place for snorkeling, which is included with today’s tour.

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12

Providencia Island - San Andres

Transfer to the airport in Providencia for a flight back to San Andres for the connection for the departure flight home.

Transfer to the airport in Providencia for a flight back to San Andres for the connection for the departure flight home.

Bogotá - Bogota, Colombia

Villa de Leyva - Boyaca, Colombia

Barichara - Santander Department, Colombia

Chicamocha National Park

Bucaramanga, Santander Department, Colombia

Cartagena - Bolivar, Colombia

San Andrés, San Andrés and Providencia, Colombia

Isla de Providencia, San Andrés and Providencia, 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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    Villa de Leyva

    The charming city of Villa de Leyva is full of original and authentic history. It is one of the few Colombian towns able to preserve nearly all of its colonial architecture. Visit one of the numerous museums scattered throughout the town, including Museo Paleontoligico for its fossil collection or the Museo del Carmen for its collection of beautiful religious art.

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    Barichara

    Walk the cobblestone streets of the magnificent city of Barichara. While enjoying the warm dry climate, marvel at the clay tile roofs or enjoy river rafting nearby at the Suarez River Canyon

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    Chicamocha National Park

    Home to the Chicamocha Canyon is Chicamocha National Park. Take in the splendid views and cross the Canyon by cable car to “Mesa de los Santos” right on the other site of the Canyon! Here, visit the “Hacienda El Roble” an authentic Coffee Hacienda that produces some of the worlds best coffee.

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    Bucaramanga

    Known for its pleasant weather and green parks, Bucaramanga is a quaint and lush city. Just on the outskirts, one can appreciate different plantations of tobacco and coffee. In the city, visiting old churches, museums and culture centers are among many options to explore!

  • Cartagena-Colombia

    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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    San Andres

    San Andres Island is known for its colorful, tropical fish and long, quiet beaches, one that are surrounded by the clear, blue-green sea with some of the most intricate coral formations in the world. This Caribbean island northwest of Colombia was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2000, and is ideal for scuba diving, snorkeling, exploring or just lying out on the beach.

  • Lovers-bridge-Colombia

    Providencia Island

    Surrounded by the bluest waters in the Caribbean Sea, Providencia Island is a picturesque destination to all beach enthusiasts who want to get away from it all. Take A boat tour of Santa Catalina, a nearby island also declared a World Biosphere Reserve, and visit a colorful wooden bridge, known as the “lover’s bridge,” connecting Santa Catalina to Providencia

Hotel Options

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Featured Accommodation

Hotel la Posada de San Antonio (Suite Chiminea)

Hotel La Posada de San Antonio, set in a lovely colonial-style house, offers guests a personalized service, and the ability to experience a colonial environment with all the comforts of home. The spacious and elegant rooms are warm and welcoming and are equipped with Cable TV, Wi-Fi, minibars, and private bathrooms. The spa features a Turkish bath, a Jacuzzi, and a variety of therapeutic and relaxation treatments. The restaurant serves an assortment of international dishes, and a menu of specialties cocktails and drinks. There is also a breakfast served daily.

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3 Star Properties

Bogota : Hotel Casa Deco

Bogota : Abadia Colonial

Villa de Leyva : Getsemani (Mediterranea)

Cartagena : Hotel Bantu

Cartagena : Alfiz

Providencia Island : Sirius Hotel (Bungalow)

4 Star Properties

Bogota : Hotel de la Opera – standard Room

Bogota : Andino Royal

Bogota : Sonesta

Barichara : Terra Barichara

Bucaramanga : Holiday Inn Bucaramanga

Cartagena : Sofitel Santa Clara (Classic)

Cartagena : Hotel Casa Pestagua

Providencia Island : Providencia Island Hotels: El Pirata Morgan

5 Star Properties

Bogota : The Orchids Real – Suite

Cartagena : Ananda Hotel Boutique

Cartagena : Sofitel Santa Clara (Superior)

Cartagena : Casa del Arzobispado

Providencia Island : Sirius hotel (Principal Suite)

Luxury Properties

Bogota : Sofitel Bogota Victoria Regia – Suite

Bogota : Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina Bogota

Cartagena : Hotel Casa San Agustin

Cartagena : Charleston Santa Teresa

Providencia Island : Deep Blue (deluxe)

Testimonials

Caroline T.

Traveled January, 2016

Our trip was excellent!

Highlights from our trip: Bogota museums and the Sunday bike ride (absolutely fabulous guide for that), Hotel in Villa de Leyva (the best!), Medellin (wonderful Aquarium, also visit to Level 1 neighborhood, also great restaurant), Botero sculptures and museum, walking around in Cartegena, hotel in Cartegena, great restaurants in Cartegena, snorkeling.

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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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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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