If your first thought when you think of Colombia is of guerrillas and Pablo Escobar, think again.
Today, this vibrant nation is one of the most prosperous and stable in South America, with a booming tourist industry and some of the most sizzling destinations south of the Equator.
In Colombia, you’ll experience firsthand the life-affirming exuberance of a culture rated the world’s happiest in a Gallup International survey—a place where the magic realism of Gabriel García Márquez comes to life.
That magic starts in Cartagena de Indias, the walled Caribbean city whose bastions preserve the oak doors and jasmine-entwined balconies of a bygone era. It continues in the Zona Cafetera or coffee zone, where you can tour a coffee finca for eye-opening insights into the world’s best java. And it culminates in Medellín, Colombia’s “city of eternal spring” that boasts some of the most electric nightlife on the continent.
Here are some other not-to-be-missed destinations as you plan your Colombian adventure:
Colombia Custom Trips and Experiences
A Colombia Cultural & Adventure Tour
Experience the cultural side of Colombia and outdoor adventures in the Andes on this 13-day town & country trip. Discover Bogota by day and by night - history and culture, museums and theaters, markets and restaurants.
A Colombia Cultural Circuit Tour
Experience the cultural side of Colombia in the country's three major cities. Discover Bogota by day and by night - history and culture, museums and theaters, markets and restaurants.
Coffee, Cali & Cartagena Colombia Tour
This 10-day trip features Bogota, the Coffee Zone, Cali and Cartagena. We designed this itinerary to blend the dynamics of the cities, the nature of the coffee region, cultural immersion in Cali, with the history and laid-back atmosphere in Cartagena. In Bogota you will tour the city with a local historian who will introduce you to the life and times of the city.
Colombia – Coffee-in-Depth Tour
The perfect trip for coffee connoisseurs. Explore the coffee and cacao plantations, the forests and wildlife of Colombia, one of the world's leading coffee exporters. Your first night will be spent at a Bogota hotel, the next five nights at three different boutique coffee plantations, located outside of Bogota, near Bucaramanga in the Andes and deep in the verdant Coffee Region.
Colombia Andean Special Tour Package
This 8-day tour through the Andes of Colombia begins in the capital of Bogotá, with its world-famous “Museo Del Oro”, then to the coffee growing region around Armenia, before continuing to the village of San Agustín in the southwest of the country.
Colombia Highlights Tour
Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Colombia, a land brimming with vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and rich history. This meticulously crafted itinerary invites you to discover the diverse facets of this captivating South American gem.
Colombia Intensive Circuit Trip
The Colombian Intensive Tour begins in the bustling capital, Bogotá. Here, you’ll delve into the city’s rich history and vibrant art scene, from the unparalleled collection of pre-Hispanic gold artifacts at the world-famous “Museo Del Oro” to the vibrant street art adorning the historic La Candelaria district.
Colombia Volcano Trek & Discovery Tour
High up above the clouds that cloak the folds, valleys, mountains and forests of the Central Andes of Colombia is one of the country’s most stunning national parks. Los Nevados Natural National Park is home to over 8 volcanic structures – a mixture of active, dormant, extinct volcanoes, 3 of which are glacier capped at over 16,500 feet and all of which provide the dramatic backdrop to a trekking adventure like no other.
Experience Colombia 17 Day Tour Package
Experience the diversity of Colombia with this 17-day trip that covers some of our favorite areas in the region. Discover a Sunday in Bogota, where the streets are shut down to motorized vehicles and the whole city moves about on bike or foot enjoying various markets and arts, crafts, and fresh food stands, and, of course, the company of neighbors!
Honeymoon in Colombia
One idea when we designed this trip is to have a surprise element in each destination—whether it’s a romantic dinner under the stars, a chilled bottle of champagne waiting in your room, or a couple’s spa treatment surrounded by nature. These touches are thoughtfully placed to make each moment feel special and spontaneous.
New Year’s in Cartagena Colombia
Escape the grey winter weather and head south to this small colonial city on the Caribbean Sea, replete with exquisite restaurants, breathtaking hotels, stunning colonial villas, and an endless array of parties.
The Ultimate Santander Colombia Multisport Adventure
Santander is home to beautiful rolling mountains, deep canyons, fast-flowing rivers and crystalline waterfalls, set in a stunningly lush landscape. It's considered the adventure sports capital of Colombia, straddled by the immense Suarez and Chicamocha Canyons that provide exceptional biking, rafting, hiking and caving opportunities!
Colombia Hotels
Santa Catalina Hotel – Cartagena, Colombia
Santa Catalina Hotel offers the charm of two worlds in Cartagena, Colombia. Santa Catalina Hotel offers a novel experience to contemporary travelers who are looking for special moments to relax in in Cartagena. This is a special place where you will experience something new and different. The Santa Catalina Hotel is a new luxury boutique hotel in Cartagena that ensures your stay is filled with welcoming warmth and comfort.
La Palma y El Tucán Hotel – Zipacon, Colombia
La Palma y El Tucán Hotel in Zipacon, Colombia is ideal for travelers in search of nature and adventure. A perfect place to disconnect and enjoy the luxury of a sunset between mountains. Located just 90 minutes from Bogotá and surrounded by lush nature, our Hotel is the perfect escape from the chaos of the city.
El Dorado Nature Reserve Lodge – Santa Marta, Colombia
Named after the legendary city of gold, El Dorado is the ProAves’ flagship Colombia nature reserve and one of the most important birding sites in South America. El Dorado Nature Reserve Lodge includes 10 rooms and five Kogihabs (individual huts, inspired by the architecture of the kogui indigenous tribe) offering wonderful views of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and its legendary sunsets over the Caribbean Sea.
Hotel Hacienda Bambusa – El Caimo, Colombia
The Hacienda Bambusa is located in El Caimo in the southern part of Colombia’s coffee region, in a place privileged by its environment and climate. As you arrive in the hacienda, you feel immersed in a labyrinth of plantain, manioc, orange and pineapple plantations. The narrow roads slowly take you to this unique place.
NH Cartagena Urban Royal – Cartagena, Colombia
Located within the walled city in Cartagena, Colombia, the NH Cartagena Urban Royal hotel is the only hotel to enjoy a spot on the popular Plaza de los Coches. Also in the square is Cartagena’s most famous landmark – the impressive Torre del Reloj, or clock tower, as well as a number of bars, restaurants and exclusive boutiques. Just 5 minutes’ walk away is the Cartagena de Indias Convention Center.
Gitana del Mar Boutique Beach Resort – Buritaca, Colombia
Gitana del Mar Boutique Beach Resort is located on the shores of the Caribbean Sea in Buritaca, Colombia. The resort lies in the foothills of the impressive and magical Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the world’s highest Coastal Mountain Range.
“I have traveled to Colombia, and each time I am amazed at the diversity of experience that the country has to offer. Colombia is just discovering itself as a tourism destination, so right now you will see all of the beauty of other South American countries but a fraction of the crowd.”
All Colombia Trips
- A Colombia Cultural & Adventure Tour
- A Colombia Cultural Circuit Tour
- Coffee, Cali & Cartagena Colombia Tour
- Colombia – Coffee-in-Depth Tour
- Colombia Andean Special Tour Package
- Colombia Highlights Tour
- Colombia Intensive Circuit Trip
- Colombia Volcano Trek & Discovery Tour
- Experience Colombia 17 Day Tour Package
- Honeymoon in Colombia
- New Year’s in Cartagena Colombia
- The Ultimate Santander Colombia Multisport Adventure
