Discover Medellin & Bogota
Experience two of the best cities in Colombia
If you've ever wanted to travel to Colombia, then this multi-city Colombia vacation package is for you! You'll first stay in Medellin, a city beloved for its modern flare and pleasant weather. Soak up the never-ending sunshine and explore the highlights of the city at your own leisure before heading to the capital of Colombia, Bogota. In this charming historical city renowned for its gastronomy, you'll get to taste some of the best food in Colombia while discovering its vast history.
What's Included
- Roundtrip Economy Class Airfare into Medellin (MDE) out of Bogota (BOG)
- Airport transfer from MDE to hotel (with bilingual guide)
- 3 nights in Medellin at Alejandria Hotel, or similar
- Airport transfer from hotel to MDE (driver only)
- One way flight from MDE to BOG
- Airport transfer from BOG to hotel (with bilingual guide)
- 2 nights in Bogota at Radisson Metrotel 74 (premium room), or similar
- Airport transfer from hotel to BOG (driver only)
- Breakfast daily
*Please note pricing only applies to non-Colombian citizens, traveling as tourists. Any passengers traveling with a Colombian passport or for non-tourism purposes will be subject to a local tax of 19% at hotels.
Great Ways to Explore
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Ride the Metrocable to be rewarded with panoramic views of Medellin.
Attend a local Fútbol Match or learn more about Colombia's history at the Casa de la Memoria.
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Hang out in the trendy Zona Rosa neighborhood for some of the best restaurants and bars in Bogota.
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Visit a cathedral that was built in a salt mine underground near Bogota!
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Indulge in traditional Colombian cuisine like arepas, empanadas, coffee, and more.
Get away to two of the best cities in Colombia on this sun-filled, culture-packed vacation. You'll start off in Medellin, lovingly dubbed the "City of Eternal Spring" due to its year-round perfect weather. Also famous for its vast coffee plantations, stunning parks, and bustling plazas, you're sure to love all the things to do in Medellin! Feast on local cuisine like fresh empanadas, take a scenic ride on the city's Metrocable, and visit the largest freshwater aquarium in South America.
Afterwards, you're off to Colombia's capital city: Bogota! Known for its historic charm and exquisite gastronomy, you'll get to taste all the unique flavors and culture of this city. Stroll around cobblestone streets as you pass colorful Spanish colonial buildings, shop at authentic farmer's markets, and indulge in deliciously cheesy arepas.
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.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Private half-day tour of Medellin (4 hours)
- Private half-day tour of Bogota: Candelaria & Gold Museum (4 hours)
- Roundtrip Economy Class Airfare into Medellin (MDE) out of Bogota (BOG)
- Airport transfer from MDE to hotel (with bilingual guide)
- 3 nights in Medellin at Alejandria Hotel, or similar
- Airport transfer from hotel to MDE (driver only)
- One way flight from MDE to BOG
- Airport transfer from BOG to hotel (with bilingual guide)
- 2 nights in Bogota at Radisson Metrotel 74 (premium room), or similar
- Airport transfer from hotel to BOG (driver only)
- Breakfast daily
*Please note pricing only applies to non-Colombian citizens, traveling as tourists. Any passengers traveling with a Colombian passport or for non-tourism purposes will be subject to a local tax of 19% at hotels.
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Ride the Metrocable to be rewarded with panoramic views of Medellin.
Attend a local Fútbol Match or learn more about Colombia's history at the Casa de la Memoria.
-
Hang out in the trendy Zona Rosa neighborhood for some of the best restaurants and bars in Bogota.
-
Visit a cathedral that was built in a salt mine underground near Bogota!
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Indulge in traditional Colombian cuisine like arepas, empanadas, coffee, and more.
Get away to two of the best cities in Colombia on this sun-filled, culture-packed vacation. You'll start off in Medellin, lovingly dubbed the "City of Eternal Spring" due to its year-round perfect weather. Also famous for its vast coffee plantations, stunning parks, and bustling plazas, you're sure to love all the things to do in Medellin! Feast on local cuisine like fresh empanadas, take a scenic ride on the city's Metrocable, and visit the largest freshwater aquarium in South America.
Afterwards, you're off to Colombia's capital city: Bogota! Known for its historic charm and exquisite gastronomy, you'll get to taste all the unique flavors and culture of this city. Stroll around cobblestone streets as you pass colorful Spanish colonial buildings, shop at authentic farmer's markets, and indulge in deliciously cheesy arepas.
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.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Private half-day tour of Medellin (4 hours)
- Private half-day tour of Bogota: Candelaria & Gold Museum (4 hours)
Day 1. Welcome to Medellin!
Touch down in Medellin! Take your comfortable transfer from the airport to your accommodations, check in, and get settled. Once you're ready, head out and start exploring this "City of Eternal Spring".
Tonight, you might like to hang out in the lively Poblado neighborhood that's filled with cute café's, restaurants, and dance clubs. Start off at Parque Lleras, where locals and visitors alike typically hang out before heading out for the night!
Transfer from airport to hotel
Check-in - Hotel Poblado AlejandrÃa
Warm greetings and tranquil stays are a promise here at the Hotel Poblado Alejandria in El Poblado — one of MedellÃn's most sought-after residential neighborhoods. The hotel includes over 89 rooms and a commitment to personalizing every guest's experience to the best of their ability. Whether you're on a business trip or enjoying a vacation in Colombia with your family (or solo!), there's something for everyone to enjoy here at this wonderful 4-star hotel.
Guests rooms are modernized with simple yet stylish décor. They come equipped with a flat screen TV, air conditioning, luxurious private bath, and a large window overlooking the city. Additional features at the hotel include a fitness center, bar, public bath, and an on-site coffee house. Café AlejandrÃa, the hotel's very own restaurant, is open breakfast through dinner serving meals a la carte style.
Not only are guests close to the business district of MedellÃn, but the hotel is also just a few miles away from the city's famous gastronomic area as well as dozens of tourist hot spots. The Oviedo mall, Dancer's Park (Parque de la bailarina), and El Castillo Museum and Gardens are all under a mile away.
Day 2. Medellin
Rise and shine, it's your first full day on vacation in Medellin! Recharge with a filling breakfast, and then head out to continue exploring this vibrant city.
As a city that's received tons of praise for its metro and metrocable systems, it's no wonder why one of the best things to do in Medellin is to ride the Metrocable! You can travel all around the city with your metro card, making it an easy and affordable way to get around. If you want breathtaking views of the city, consider taking the metrocable from Santo Domingo to Parque Arvi – you'll be rewarded with outstanding panoramic views!
Other things you may wish to do in this culture-packed city is stroll around the natural oasis of Medellin's Botanical Gardens and go people-watching in Plaza Botero.
Day 3. Medellin
Discover more of the incredible things to do in Medellin today by visiting Plaza Minorista, a large farmer's market featuring local delicacies like cheesy arepas. You may like to learn more about Colombia's history at the Casa de la Memoria, enjoy some time at Parque Explora which features the largest freshwater aquarium in South America and an interactive science museum, or visit the 20th-century castle El Castillo Museo y Jardines.
If you're interesting in where to shop in Medellin, then check out Centro Commercial Santa Fe for a modern shopping mall experience or El Hueco for a local taste of street vendors and some haggling. Tonight, have dinner at Mercado del RÃo which boasts over 40 restaurants ranging from Mediterranean to Mexican, sushi to vegan all in one place!
Day 4. Medellin - Bogota
It's time to say goodbye to Medellin, as today, you travel to Bogota! Take your transfer back to MDE airport, board your flight to Bogota, and get comfortable – the flight is only about an hour. Once you arrive, you'll take a transfer to your hotel in Bogota, get settled, and then start exploring the city.
Perhaps you'd like to visit the most popular museum in Bogota, The Gold
Museum, or walk through the garden courtyard while admiring famous
paintings at The Botero Museum. If you like open green spaces, head to
the Parque Central Simón BolÃvar which is a huge free park in Bogota boasting walking trails, rental boats, and live music. Tonight, head to the Zona Rosa neighborhood. Known for being a trendy area filled with great restaurants, bars, boutiques, and more, it's a great place to celebrate your first night on vacation in Bogota.
Transfer from hotel to MDE
Fly to Bogota!
Transfer from BOG to hotel
Welcome to the Radisson Bogota Metrotel, a super lux and ultra-comfortable hotel near Bogota's top companies and financial institutions. The property is a short walking distance from various entertainment venues and restaurants including Zona G, Zona Rosa, and the Gastro Zone. The hotel also offers car services, a local complimentary shuttle, and airport transfers to the Eld Dorado International Airport at an additional cost.Â
Guests have access to an array of amenities at the Radisson Bogota Metrotel, including a fitness center, sauna/steam room, and 24-hour business center. All rooms feature a flatscreen television, a minibar, a work desk, an in-room safe, a hairdryer, and an iron/ironing board. If you're hungry or in the mood for a cocktail, no worries! 3 Origenes is the on-site restaurant that offers guests complimentary breakfast daily, as well as lunch and dinner options. In the evening, visitors can enjoy drinks with an amazing view at Lounge 180!Â
Day 5. Bogota
Get to know Bogota a little better today by wandering around the historic center of the city, La Candelaria. Stroll around the bohemian cobblestone streets as you walk by vibrant street art and colorful Spanish colonial buildings, and stop by a local bar or café to enjoy a drink and some live music.
You can also enjoy spectacular views of Bogota by climbing (or taking the funicular) to Cerro Monserrate, go shopping at an authentic market at Plaza de Mercado de Paloquemao, or simply hang out around Plaza BolÃvar. One of the most popular things to do in Bogota is to take a day trip to the town of Zipaquirá, which is home to the famous Salt Cathedral. As the name suggests, the entire cathedral was built in a salt mine almost 600 feet underground!
Day 6. Depart Bogota
You're vacation in Bogota has sadly come to an end – take your transfer to the airport, board your flight home, and scroll through pictures from this incredible Colombia vacation!