How many days do you need in Bogotá & Cartagena?
- Most travelers spend 6-8 days in Bogotá and Cartagena combined
- Visiting Bogotá and Cartagena in 5 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Medellín and the Zona Cafetera
How Many Days to Spend in Bogotá
How Many Days to Spend in Cartagena
Recommended Itineraries for Bogotá & Cartagena
Recommended Itinerary for 6 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bogotá, Explore | Bogotá |
| Day 2 | Trekking in Chingaza National Park | Bogotá |
| Day 3 | Flight to Cartagena, Explore | Cartagena |
| Day 4 | Cartagena Walking Tour, Cooking Class | Cartagena |
| Day 5 | Rosario Islands Day Trip | Cartagena |
| Day 6 | Depart Cartagena |
Six days is just long enough to experience the energy and culture of Colombia's most exciting destinations—with a bit of beach time thrown in for good measure. You'll start off in the cosmopolitan capital of Bogotá, where you can indulge in the thriving food and art scene, then jet off to Cartagena to explore Old Town—the inner-walled city that abounds with colonial architecture and history. Throw in a day trip to the Caribbean's Rosario Islands, and you have a vacation worth its weight in gold. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
1-Week Itinerary Including Zona Cafetera
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bogotá, Explore | Bogotá |
| Day 2 | Bogotá City Tour | Bogotá |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Zona Cafetera, Stay at a Coffee Finca | Pereira |
| Day 4 | Hiking, Explore Salento | Pereira |
| Day 5 | Fly to Cartagena | Cartagena |
| Day 6 | Rosario Islands Day Trip | Cartagena |
| Day 7 | Depart Cartagena |
Colombia is a nation of vibrant cities, sleepy pueblos, and extraordinary landscapes: This action-packed tour gives you a taste of the true diversity of this country. Within the span of a week, you'll visit the superb museums of Bogotá, savor freshly roasted coffee near Salento, and gaze at the sea from Cartagena's glorious ramparts. Read more
9-Day Itinerary Including Medellín
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bogotá | Bogotá |
| Day 2 | Bogotá City & Food Tour | Bogotá |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral | Bogotá |
| Day 4 | Fly to Medellín, Explore | Medellín |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to a Coffee Farm | Medellín |
| Day 6 | Guatapé Day Trip, Fly to Cartagena | Cartagena |
| Day 7 | Cartagena Guided Walking Tour | Cartagena |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Rosario Islands | Cartagena |
| Day 9 | Depart from Bogotá |
Explore three of Colombia's most exciting cities on this 9-day adventure. Start in Bogotá, the sprawling cosmopolitan capital. Tour the colonial streets of the historic center, taste local cuisine, and visit museums. Then, transfer to Medellín to see street art and communal projects and learn about Colombian coffee culture. The adventure ends in tropical Cartagena, where you'll appreciate Spanish forts and architecture, enjoy fresh seafood, and swim in the Caribbean. Read more
10-Day Itinerary Including Medellín & Zona Cafetera
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bogotá, Explore | Bogotá |
| Day 2 | Bogotá City Tour | Bogotá |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Zona Cafetera, Stay in a Coffee Finca | Pereira |
| Day 4 | Hiking, Explore Salento | Pereira |
| Day 5 | Driving Tour of Zona Cafetera | Pereira |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Medellín | Medellín |
| Day 7 | Guatapé Day-Trip | Medellín |
| Day 8 | Fly to Cartagena | Cartagena |
| Day 9 | La Boquilla Fishing Trip | Cartagena |
| Day 10 | Depart Cartagena |
Check off three unforgettable cities on this whirlwind 10-day tour, starting with Bogotá's Spanish colonial sites and buzzing nightlife. You'll then fly to the heart of Colombia's Zona Cafetera for an overnight at a coffee farm, where you'll hike the green mountains of Cocora Valley, dotted with towering palm trees. From here, head to Medellín—a city with outdoor art and spring-like weather—before ending on the Caribbean coast, where you'll explore the romantic streets of Cartagena's Old Town. Read more
How to travel between Bogotá & Cartagena
Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, and Cartagena, the country's most visited city, are 659 miles (1,061 km) apart, but there are two popular transit options to choose from. Read more
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