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Christmas in colorful Colombia

Escape to South America for the holidays! On this 5-night vacation, you'll start off in the capital city of Bogota, then you'll explore magical Medellin. Looking for more? Tack on 3 nights in Cartagena with the 8-night option! Immerse yourself in Christmas magic at the world-renowned Medellin Christmas light displays, enjoy tours of each city, and embark on a full-day excursion to the vibrant village of Guatape. This once-in-a-lifetime vacation package boasts colorful culture, natural beauty, and spirited tradition. 

What's Included
  • Round-trip economy class airfare into Bogota (BOG), out of Cartagena (CTG)
  • All airport transfers
  • 2 nights in Bogota at the Hotel Dorado or similar
  • Morning Bogota city tour (half-day)
  • One-way economy class flight from Bogota (BOG) to Medellin (MDE)
  • 3 nights in Medellin at the Poblado Plaza Hotel or similar
  • Medellin city tour (half-day)
  • Christmas lights night tour
  • Full-day tour to Guatape (with lunch)
  • One-way economy class flight from Medellin (MDE) to Cartagena (CTG)
  • 3 nights in Cartagena at the Dann Hotel or similar
  • Morning Cartagena city tour (half-day)
  • Breakfast Daily
Great Ways to Explore

  • Get in the Christmas spirit with an included tour through Medellin's world-renowned lights displays.

  • Take a breathtaking boat ride around Guatape, as part of your included village tour.

  • Stroll through the cobblestone streets of La Candelaria, Bogota's historic old neighborhood.

  • Treat yourself to Colombian classics, like empanadas, arepas, and buñuelos.

  • Visit the Gold Museum and the Emerald Museum in Bogota!

Package Overview

Jingle all the way down to Colombia this Christmas! Surround yourself with the color, spirit, and stunning beauty of South America. With stays in Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena, this vacation package takes you through Colombia's most raved-about gems. Enjoy included tours, including a special Christmas lights tour in Medellin, as well as a full-day tour of Guatape. The best part about spending the holidays in Colombia? Christmastime means beach time. Hate to break it to ya, but the only white Christmas you'll see is the white sand of the sunny Colombian coast. 

Start off in Colombia's beautiful capital city: Bogota. Meander through Spanish colonial architecture and Baroque churches on an included city tour. You'll even visit the city's Gold and Emerald Museums! Next, you're off to Medellin, Colombia's holiday hot-spot. Enjoy a city tour, then feel festive on a special tour of the city's eye-widening Christmas lights displays. During your stay in Medellin, embark on a full-day tour to the picture-perfect village of Guatape. With brightly colored homes lining tiny stone streets, you'll feel like you're in a fairy-tale. Towards the end of your tour, sit back and relax on a beautiful boat ride and feast your eyes on the Rock of Guatape. 

Last, but certainly not least, travel back in time in colorful Cartagena. Treat yourself to a horse-drawn carriage ride through the charming walled city and taste your way through Colombian cuisine. Enjoy a Cartagena city tour, on which you'll see everything from the fortress of San Felipe de Barajas, to the vine-draped balconies of local homes. 

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Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.

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Please note that some elements called out in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check "What's Included" above for full details on inclusions. As we all go through the recovery together, the fluid nature of this event means some venues and attractions may have restrictions or closures. Please check online resources close to the time of travel to better plan your own day-to-day itinerary.

Day 1. Welcome to Bogota!

¡Bienvenidos a Colombia! Upon arrival in Colombia's capital, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your luxurious accommodation. Spend the night settling in and getting to know the area! 

Why not treat yourself to a delicious first-night dinner? Indulge in traditional favorites like arepas and bandeja paisa! 

Transfer to Bogota hotel

Check-in - Hotel El Dorado Bogota

Bogota, Colombia
4 out of 5 stars

Hotel El Dorado is the ideal place to stay during your trip to Bogota. Close to the city's favorite shopping, parks, restaurants, bars, and more, the hotel offers great proximity and even better service. One of the city's most unique hotels, Hotel El Dorado is designed in homage to Lake Guatavita. Bursting in golds, greens, and blues, the hotel and the surrounding property are steeped in the Legend of El Dorado. Whether you're sipping a hot cup of Colombian coffee or investigating the cuisine at the hotel's two restaurants, you're sure to find something to satisfy your palate. 

Day 2. Bogota

Rise and shine! Recharge with a delicious breakfast, then embark on a lovely morning tour of Bogota! Join a knowledgeable guide through the city's most iconic sites and beautiful streets. 

Enjoy an afternoon at leisure. You may want to re-visit a stop that excited you during the tour! 

Morning Bogota City Tour (Half-Day)

Join your guide for a morning tour of Bogota! Begin in La Candelaria, the city's historic neighborhood filled with cobble stoned streets, Baroque churches, and Spanish colonial architecture. This vibrant neighborhood is also home to several universities, libraries, museums, and traditional restaurants. Stroll through brightly colored homes and narrow alleyways lined with shops selling handicrafts, then journey across the main square, Plaza Bolivar. As you walk, admire grand government buildings, and experience local hat-making with a visit ti one of a dozen milliners along Calle San Miguel!

Pass by the Fernando Botero Museum, which holds a large collection of this famous Colombian artist's works. The museum contains nearly 34,000 gold pieces, plus 20,000 bone, stone, ceramic, and textile articles belonging to 13 Pre-Hispanic societies!

Continue your tour with a visit to the emerald museum. These precious green stones are some of Colombia's most iconic mining products, and they are a huge part of Colombian history. 

Day 3. Bogota - Medellin

You're off to Medellin! Say "bye" to Bogota and enjoy a convenient transfer to Dorado International Airport. The magical city of Medellin is also known as the "City of Eternal Spring" because the weather is almost always pleasant. 

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your next hotel. Once you get all settled, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a local restaurant. Tonight, you may want to check out the city's dazzling Christmas light displays that twinkle throughout the city. Go souvenir shopping and warm up with a rich hot chocolate! 

Transfer to Bogota Airport (BOG)

Fly to Medellin! (MDE)

Transfer to Medellin hotel

Check-in - Hotel Poblado Plaza

Medellin, Colombia
5 out of 5 stars

Hotel Poblado Plaza is a peaceful respite from the bustling city. 10 minutes from the airport and located on the famous Golden Mile of Medellin, you will never be far from the city's top restaurants, bars, and boutiques. The Oviedo Shopping Center is across from the hotel, as well as the renowned Lleras Park. Make the most of your stay with trips to the nearby Museum of Modern Art, several sports clubs, and more! When you're ready to unwind, head back to the hotel to enjoy a bite at the hotel's restaurant with a private entrance for guests. Don't miss the hotel's spa amenities, which include a gym, sauna, solarium, and two Jacuzzis. 

Day 4. Medellin

Fuel up with a yummy breakfast, then grab your camera and get ready for a day of sightseeing through Medellin! Join a knowledgeable guide and spend the morning getting to know this spectacular city.

In the evening, turn on your holiday cheer and immerse yourself in Christmas spirit! Spend your night on an included tour of Medellin's famous Christmas light displays. 

Medellin City Tour (Half-Day)

Get to know the City of Eternal Spring with a local guide! Learn about distinctive landmarks, stroll through main squares, and discover colorful streets and artistic masterpieces. Visit Medellin's main avenues, its historic center, as well as its famous churches and other places of interest. This panoramic tour includes visits to Poblado Park, Mila De Oro, Lleras Park, Metropolitan Cathedral, Pueblito Paisa on Cerro Nutibara, Parque de los Pies Descalzos, Plaza Botero, the Botanical Garden, and much more. 

Medellin Christmas Lights Night Tour

Surround yourself in the spirit of Christmas! Join a local guide and head to the Parque de los Deseos, where a breathtaking tour awaits! The Medellin Christmas Lights are not your ordinary Christmas lights - they consist of gigantic scenes and figures, all made out of colorful lights! After taking tons of photos of the main display, your guide will take you to the Sabaneta or Envigado Municipality near Medellin. As an added extra, enjoy a traditional Christmas gastronomic tasting! 

Day 5. Medellin

Today, you will be immersed in colorful Colombian culture and awe-inspiring natural beauty. After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour to Guatape! Feast your eyes on the impressive Rock of Guatape, stroll through tiny stone streets, and enjoy a traditional, local lunch. Towards the end of your tour, you'll enjoy a boat ride atop the glistening waters near Guatape. 

Full-Day Tour to Guatape (with lunch)

Journey two hours from Medellin to the colorful, old village of Guatape. En route, keep your eyes focused out the window, as you'll be passing the breathtaking landscapes of eastern Antioquia! Feel yourself gasp as you come upon the Rock of Guatape, also known as El Peñol. Standing at a whopping 7,005 feet tall, this prehistoric landmark is a beautiful natural wonder. If you're feeling daring, climb up the 724 steps for incredible views of Guatape!

After a thrilling morning, enjoy a typical lunch in the charming village of Guatape. After indulging in traditional Colombian cuisine, stroll through the picturesque streets of old-world Guatape. What better way to finish the tour than a boat tour? Board a boat for a 1-hour tour atop the bright blue water! Enjoy amazing views with perfect photo-ops. 

Day 6. Medellin - Cartagena

After an unforgettable stay in Medellin, it's time to continue on to Cartagena, the colonial jewel of Colombia! Hop in a comfortable transfer to the airport, then take a quick flight to Cartagena. 

Upon arrival, enjoy a convenient transfer to your final hotel. Once you get all settled in, explore the colorful Old Town on your own!

Transfer to Medellin Airport (MDE)

Fly to Cartagena! (CTG)

Transfer to Cartagena hotel

Check-in - Hotel Dann Cartagena

Cartagena, Colombia
4 out of 5 stars

Relax in style at Hotel Dann Cartegena! The only hotel in Bocagrande with direct access to the beach, the whole family will find something to love. A recent remodeling has refreshed each of the 101 guestrooms to create more space and a refreshed atmosphere to revive you after a day of sightseeing. Splash around in the heated pool and Jacuzzi, or take the short stroll to the beach. Sample the local flavors at the Bucaneros Restaurant, which boasts a variety of dishes including local and international cuisine as well as hand-crafted cocktails. 

Day 7. Cartagena

Today, learn the lay of the land on a fascinating half-day city tour! Listen as your guide tells legendary stories, and feast your eyes on stunning architecture! Travel back in time to the historic past of Cartagena and see how the city has evolved, today. 

Morning Cartagena City Tour (Half-Day)

Experience Cartagena's highlights on a delightful city tour! Did you know that Cartagena was given the name "La Heroica" (Heroic City) by Simon Bolivar in 1815? This is because the city resisted 105 days of siege by the Spanish. The city of Cartagena has many stories to tell, as its streets are packed with history and tradition. 

Begin your tour at the fortress of San Felipe de Barajas, a masterpiece of engineering and military strategy built by the Spaniards to defend the city from pirates and pillagers. Despite several attempts to storm it, the fortress was never taken.

After visiting the fortress, stroll around the walled colonial city, where narrow streets and vine-draped balconies will take you back in time. Enjoy a visit to the Convent of San Pedro Claver, a monumental three-story building that is considered one of the jewels of Spanish colonial architecture. 

Day 8. Cartagena

There's nothing quite like waking up in Cartagena! Start off with a lovely breakfast, then enjoy a day at leisure! Today is all about independent exploration - free time for what you want to do. 

You may want to stroll around the Ciudad Amurallada, the "walled city," home to a slew of restaurants and shops. Or, have some fun in the sun at nearby Playa Blanca! While it may be the holiday season, in Colombia, it's beach season. 

Playa Blanca near Cartagena, Colombia

Playa Blanca near Cartagena, Colombia

Day 9. Depart Colombia

Pack up your holiday cheer and wave goodbye to beautiful Colombia. Take a comfortable transfer to the airport, then find your departure gate. Spend your flight home replaying warm memories and dreaming about your next adventure! 

Transfer to Cartagena Airport (CTG)

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Package Overview

Colombia Christmas Vacation

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Medellin, Colombia First spot   
Bogota, Colombia

Hotel El Dorado Bogota

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Medellin, Colombia

Hotel Poblado Plaza

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Cartagena, Colombia

Hotel Dann Cartagena

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