How many days do you need in Bogotá, Cartagena & Zona Cafetera?
- Most travelers spend 7-9 days in Bogotá, Cartagena, and Zona Cafetera combined
- Visiting Bogotá, Cartagena, and Zona Cafetera in 5 or 6 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Medellín and Tayrona National Park
How Many Days to Spend in Bogotá
How Many Days to Spend in Cartagena
How Many Days to Spend in Colombia's Coffee Region
Recommended Itineraries for Bogotá, Cartagena & Zona Cafetera
Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week
| 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 | 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
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Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Medellín
| 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 | Fly to Medellín, Explore | Medellín |
| Day 7 | Guatapé Day-Trip | Medellín |
| Day 8 | Fly to Cartagena, Explore | 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
2-Week Itinerary Including Medellín & Tayrona National Park
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bogotá, Explore | Bogotá |
| Day 2 | Ajiaco Cooking Lesson in Bogotá | 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 | Fly to Medellín, Explore | Medellín |
| Day 7 | Medellín City Tour | Medellín |
| Day 8 | Guatapé Day-Trip | Medellín |
| Day 9 | Fly to Santa Marta, Transfer to Tayrona National Park | Tayrona National Park |
| Day 10 | Tour of Tayrona National Park | Tayrona National Park |
| Day 11 | Transfer to Cartagena, Explore | Cartagena |
| Day 12 | Free Day, Salsa Dancing Lesson | Cartagena |
| Day 13 | Rosario Islands Day Trip | Cartagena |
| Day 14 | Depart Cartagena |
From the buzzing nightlife of Bogotá to the up-and-coming neighborhoods of Medellín and the romance of Cartagena's Old Town, this well-rounded journey covers Colombia's best urban highlights and yet breaks it up with outdoorsy adventures along the way. Starting in the capital, the two-week adventure is ideal for travelers who want to experience culture and historic sights but who are also enticed by hiking in coffee fields, exploring a rainforest on the Caribbean Sea, and relaxing on white-sand beaches in Tayrona National Park. Read more
How to travel between Bogotá, Cartagena & Zona Cafetera
How to get from Bogotá to Pereira
The distance between Bogotá and Pereira in Colombia's Zona Cafetera is about 200 miles (325 km). The easiest way to make the trip is to fly, which takes about one hour via a direct flight. Driving overland takes at least nine hours with no stops, and private transfers are recommended over self-driving the mountain roads (though it can be an expensive option at this distance). Going by bus is also a possibility, though a less convenient one. Read more
How to get from Bogotá to 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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