Discover the Essence of Colombia: Salsa, Coffee, and Flowers
Embark on an unforgettable journey that takes you deep into the heart of Colombian culture. Our exclusive "Salsa, Coffee, and Flowers" tour offers a vibrant and authentic experience that spans three of Colombia's most iconic destinations: Cali, the Coffee Triangle, and Medellín. Immerse yourself in the infectious rhythm of salsa in Cali, savor the aroma of the world's finest coffee in the lush landscapes of the Coffee Triangle, and marvel at the beauty of flowers in the colorful Medellín. This tour is the perfect blend of music, flavor, and nature, designed to captivate all your senses.
Day 1. (Friday) SANTA MARTA
Arrival, airport assistance and transfer by private service to the chosen hotel. Accommodation.
Day 2. (Saturday) SANTA MARTA
Tayrona Park Cañaveral and Arrecifes Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Land transport of approximately 1 hour from Santa Marta to the Zaino entrance, para realizar ingreso después de las 8 am, hora de apertura de la taquilla, posteriormente se continua con Then a 15-minute vehicle ride from the entrance to the parking area, where we begin an approximately 2.5-hour hike to Cabo San Juan, divided as follows:
- Cañaveral Parking – Arrecifes: Approximately 1-hour walk, the most challenging section, with varied terrain (ups and downs) until reaching Arrecifes, a beach where swimming is prohibited due to strong waves.
- Arrecifes – La Piscina: Approximately 45-minute walk on a low-difficulty path, allowing hikers to rest, passing by La Arenilla beach until reaching the Natural Pool.
- La Piscina – Cabo San Juan: A medium-difficulty path with some ups and downs, estimated hiking time of about 30 minutes. Estimated swimming time at Cabo San Juan is about 2 hours and 30 minutes; the area has a restaurant.
On the way back, another 2.5 hours of hiking to the parking area to take transport back to the hotels, for a total hike of approximately 5 hours.
Operation days: Daily
Duration: Approx. 10 hours. Departure: 06:00 Level of difficulty: Moderate.
Includes: Land transport in private or shared service, park entrance fee, insurance and guide assistance. Note: • Departure time is subject to change depending on the season.
Passengers located in the city center must depart from the fire station, located at Calle 22 with Carrera 4. For shared service.
Recommendations: Bring appropriate clothing and walking shoes, hat, swimwear, sunscreen, insect repellent, calorie-rich snacks, hydrating drinks. Approximately two-hour hike each way. Do not bring glass containers. Follow the guide's instructions. Lunch not included, cost per person approximately USD 40.
Not recommended for children under 6 years old. Tayrona Park closure dates: 1 al 15 junio/ 19 October al 2 noviembre 2026
Minca Coffee Tour: Applies to departures on June 6 and 13 / October 17, 24 and 31
Breakfast at the hotel. Land transport of approximately 1 hour from Santa Marta to the entrance of Finca La Victoria, where passengers disembark for an approximately 20-minute walk to the farm. An organic coffee tasting begins for all visitors, followed by expert coffee guides leading the tour, starting with an internal walk through the hacienda to learn about the machinery used for drying, roasting, and packaging, as well as the coffee pulping, drying, and composting process using California worms. Posterior a esta visita se aprecia plantas de café alrededor de the main area. Approximate time inside the farm is about 45 minutes, with a 20-minute return walk to the vehicles.
After boarding the vehicles, there is a descent from the Victoria entrance to the village of Minca for about 20 minutes, followed by an approximately 1-hour hike to the Marinka Waterfalls, swimming and rest time, then return to the village for free lunch time (not included).
Operation days: Tuesday to Sunday.
Duration: Approx. 7 hours. Departures: 08:00 to 15:00
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Includes: Transportation in private service, professional tourism guide in Spanish or English, entrance to the Coffee Farm “La Victoria”, entrada a Marinka Waterfalls.
Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for warm weather.
Day 3. (Sunday) SANTA MARTA – Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy optional activities and make the most of the city.
We suggest doing the city tour. (see optional tours table). Accommodation
Day 4. (Monday) SANTA MARTA – BARRANQUILLA
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by private vehicle to Barranquilla with an approximate duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes covering 105 km, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the Caribbean highway.
Arrival and check-in at the selected hotel. Accommodation.
Day 5. (Tuesday) BARRANQUILLA – City Tour
Day 5. (Tuesday) BARRANQUILLA – City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Barranquilla, a vibrant city that combines history, modernity and culture. The tour includes iconic sites such as El Prado neighborhood, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Carnival Museum and the historic Customs Building, a reflection of the city's growth and tradition.
The experience continues through modern spaces such as the Puerta de Oro Boardwalk, La Ventana al Mundo and the Shark Fin, icons of urban transformation and Barranquilla's pride. The tour is complemented by stops at the statues of Shakira and Sofía Vergara, representatives of the local talent that has conquered the world.
An ideal visit to discover the best of Barranquilla in a short time, combining culture, history and urban landscapes. Schedule: 9:00 to 13:00 / 14:00 to 18:00 Duración: Approx. 4 hours Departures: Monday to Sunday
Includes: Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, entrance to the Carnival Museum, historical explanations by a professional guide.
Day 6. (Wednesday) BARRANQUILLA – Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy optional activities and make the most of the city. We suggest doing the Galapa and Artesanias tour. (additional option)
Day 7 . (Thursday) BARRANQUILLA – CARTAGENA
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by private vehicle to the city of Cartagena de Indias with an approximate duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes covering 144 km, enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Arrival and check-in at the selected hotel. Accommodation.
Day 8. (Friday) CARTAGENA – City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from the hotel to begin a panoramic tour through the main neighborhoods of the city such as Bocagrande, Castillogrande and Manga until reaching and entering Castillo de San Felipe, where we will visit one of the most important military engineering constructions of the colonial era. The tour ends with a brief walk through the walled area where you can admire its beautiful squares, narrow streets and houses with their balconies beautifully decorated with flowers.
Operation days: Daily. Duration: Approx. 4 hours. Departures: 09:00 or 14:00 hours. Difficulty level: None
Includes: Transportation in private service, professional tourism guide in the selected language, entrance to Castillo de San Felipe.
Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun hat and clothing suitable for warm weather.
Day 9. (Saturday) CARTAGENA – Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy optional activities and make the most of the city.
We suggest doing the San Pedro de Majagua tour at the Rosario Islands (optional aditional)
Day 10. (Sunday) CARTAGENA
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from the hotel to the airport to take the return flight to the next destination.
RATE CONDITIONS
• Rates do not apply to high season: Easter, recess week, fairs and events within cities.
• Prices subject to change without prior notice and availability at the time of booking. • This circuit operates with a minimum of 2 people. If you need it for only one person, it is necessary to request a quote.
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
✓ Land transfers between cities Cali – Armenia or Pereira – Medellin in private service without a guide.
✓ Daily breakfasts in each of the cities.
✓ Local guide for each of the tours in Spanish.
CALI
✓ Airport – hotel transfer in private service
✓ 3 nights – 4 days of accommodation in the chosen hotel.
✓ Visit to the city with Cali salsa class
COFFEE REGION
✓ 3 nights – 4 days of accommodation in the chosen hotel
✓ Tour to Salento and Cócora Valley
MEDELLIN
✓ 3 nights – 4 days of accommodation in the chosen hotel.
✓ History of Transformation Tour
✓ Hotel – airport transfer in private service
NOT INCLUDED:
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