Best of Colombia (15 destinations)

Discover the history and traditions of Colombia’s local villages and native flora and fauna on this 15-day adventure through mountains, towns and beaches. Head into the serene highlands of Colombia's famed coffee region and encounter the stories and culture embedded in this region’s lush valleys and historic cities. Fall in love with Bogota's heart, laze on palm-fringed stretches of Caribbean shoreline and hang with locals that redefine hospitality. End your journey in Cartagena – a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site with fortresses, a lively local plaza perfect for people-watching and plenty of tasty local dishes to sample.Colombia enjoys a stable year-round climate, but it can get particularly hot and humid on the coast. Remember to come prepared with adequate clothing., The Cocora Valley hike is quite rigorous, so you'll need to be fit and have sturdy walking shoes to take part. If you'd rather relax, you're free to opt out of this activity and soak up the scenery at your leisure., The indigenous communities that inhabit Tayrona National Park request temporary closure of the National Park so that the land may rest and rejuvenate. Normally it will be a period of 15 days in February, June and October/November respectively. Your leader will give you more info at the group meeting should this affect you. Should the park be closed, alternate activities include visiting the indigenous sites of Tayronaka or Katanzama.