Itinerary

Arrive at any time. After a welcome meeting at the hotel in the evening, choose to join your fellow travellers for an optional group dinner and check out the local flavours and bustling atmosphere of Plaza Trinidad.

Start the day with a CEO-led orientation walk through streets of the historic old town. Depart from your hotel and pass by the Plaza de San Diego, Murallas de Cartagena for views of the Caribbean Sea, Heredia Theatre, and Monumento Torre del Reloj, during the route. Then, the day is yours to explore this coastal colonial city. Check out the San Felipe fortress, keep walking the lively streets, or take a break from the heat and people watch in one of the city's many plazas, like Plaza de Santo Domingo.

Leave the liveliness and pulsing energy of Cartagena behind and travel to the small town of Minca, where you can breathe in the fresh mountain air and take advantage of free time to explore. This growing village has a laid back, but energetic vibe with lots of opportunities for jungle hiking, waterfalls, and other adventurous activities.

In the morning after breakfast at the hotel, set off on one of the best, but lesser-known activities while in Minca; a hike to the Marinka Waterfalls. These two large jungle cascades can be found about 3.6km from town amidst the beautiful forest, and they offer a deep swimming pool to cool off in after your hike. The group will arrive back to Minca for a free afternoon to lounge about, or be as adventurous as you choose.

Get ready to lean into those beach vibes and a laid-back coastal paradise energy as the group travels from Minca to Palomino, on the Caribbean coast. Due to it's location at the southern portion of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, you get the lush mountain greenery right up against the warm sea. Upon arrival there will be free time for lunch on your own as well as the opportunity to book an optional tubing activity on the nearby river. Later, kick back with your travel buddies around a beach bonfire before a free night out in Palomino on your own.

Travel into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike thorough the stunning landscape accompanied by a local guide. Experience the natural biodiversity and beautiful trails while any nature lovers unite on a search for wildlife amid the dense jungle forest. Spend half of the day here in the park before an included lunch and transfer back to Palomino. Arrive in the early evening and spend it as you choose. Opt to find a local spot for dinner and toast with your travel pals to a day well spent, maybe catch the sunset.

In the morning the group will travel by private vehicle to Santa Marta from Palomino. Upon arrival, join your CEO for an orientation walk of the town passing by landmarks such as, Parque de los Novios, Parque Bolivar, Parque Camellon Rodrigo de Bastidas (along the water), and the marina. Then, take advantage of free time in the afternoon to explore. Choose to grab some lunch at a local restaurant, or maybe head to El Rodadero for white sand beaches and warm water. Tonight, head out for a final night out on the town with your travel crew.

Wheels up! In the mid-morning, fly inland to Medellin, a city that has transformed into one of Latin America's safest destinations. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to become acquainted with your surroundings on your own before an optional night out with the group.

Explore Medellin today and visit the Comuna 13 neighbourhood??a community transformed. Embark on a walking tour and learn more about the organization Berracas de la 13, a G Adventures–supported project. Afterwards, enjoy time to grab lunch on your own and choose to visit museums, take a historical tour, or try one of the other optional activities available in the area.

Depart at any time.

Summary

Hotels (9 nts).

Private vehicle, public bus, plane, walking

Meals Included: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Meals Budget: Allow USD235-305 for meals not included.

Cartagena
- Islas del Rosario National Park (320000-350000COP per person)
- Naval Museum of the Caribbean Visit (6000COP per person)
- Palace of Inquisition (Museum) Visit (30000COP per person)
- Night Exploration on Chiva (80000COP per person)
- Gold Museum Visit (7000COP per person)
- Museum of Modern Art (Museo de Arte Moderno) Visit (5000COP per person)
- Cartagena City Tour

Minca
- Pozo Azul
- Hiking Jungle Trails Near Minca

Santa Marta
- Quinta San Pedro Alejandrino (23000COP per person)
- Gold Museum Santa Marta (Free)

Medellín
- Modern Art Museum (10000COP per person)
- Explora Park (24500-37500COP per person)

Cerro Nutibara
- Nutibara Hill (Cerro Nutibara) Visit

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Colombian Explorer: Medellín Nights & Tayrona National Park

Colombian Explorer: Medellín Nights & Tayrona National Park

Day 1 - Cartagena

Day 2 - Cartagena

Day 3 - Cartagena/Minca

Day 4 - Minca

Day 5 - Minca/Palomino

Day 6 - Tayrona National Park

Day 7 - Palomino/Santa Marta

Day 8 - Santa Marta/Medellin

Day 9 - Medellin

Day 10 - Medellin

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Local transport

Meals

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