How many days do you need in Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Salento & Tayrona National Park?
- Most travelers spend 13-14 days in Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Salento, and Tayrona National Park combined
- Visiting Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Salento, and Tayrona National Park in 10 to 12 days is possible but will feel rushed
- With 15 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Zona Cafetera
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How Many Days to Spend in Medellín
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Recommended Itineraries for Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Salento & Tayrona National Park
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bogotá, Self-Guided Walking Tour | Bogotá |
| Day 2 | Bogotá Food Tour & Monserrate Hill | Bogotá |
| Day 3 | Fly to Pereira, Santa Rosa Hot Springs & Salento | Salento |
| Day 4 | Visit a Cocora Valley Coffee Farm & Explore Salento | Salento |
| Day 5 | Fly to Medellín, Discover Medellín Tango Culture | Medellín |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to Medellín | Medellín |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Guatapé & Boat Trip | Medellín |
| Day 8 | Fly to Santa Marta, Explore | Tayrona National Park |
| Day 9 | Hike in Tayrona National Park | Tayrona National Park |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Cartagena, Guided Bike Tour | Cartagena |
| Day 11 | Caribbean Islands Boat Tour | Cartagena |
| Day 12 | Cooking & Dance Class | Cartagena |
| Day 13 | Depart Cartagena |
Colombia's island landscapes and vibrant cities are on the itinerary for this 13-day tour traveling by air, car, boat, and bicycle. Start in Bogotá to learn about history in museums and taste dozens of Caribbean fruits in markets. Sip the best Colombian coffee in Salento and explore Medellín's revitalized neighborhoods. Relax on Tayrona National Park's beaches and on islands off Cartagena's coast, returning to the port city to learn dance moves to take home. Read more
How to travel between Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Salento & Tayrona National Park
How to get to Tayrona National Park
Found in Northern Colombia, Tayrona National Park is most often accessed via nearby Santa Marta. From the entrance, you can catch the shuttle bus to venture farther into the park or walk a couple of miles (3 km) to your accommodation. If you are headed from Riohacha or Palomino, you'll want to get a bus headed in the direction of Santa Marta and depart near the park entrance. Read more
How to get from Bogotá to Medellín
The distance between two of Colombia's largest cities, Bogotá and Medellín, is 260 miles (419 km). The easiest way to make the trip is to fly, which takes about an hour. Going by car is also an option—the route takes significantly longer (over 10 hours), but this is a great way to see the hilly, scenic countryside, and there are a few noteworthy stops you can make along the way. Private transfers are recommended over self-driving, though it can be an expensive option at this distance. Read more
How to get from Medellín to Salento
Salento is only 154 miles (248 km) away from Medellín, making it an easy side trip that takes five to six hours one way. Read more
How to get from Medellín to Cartagena
The distance between Medellín and Cartagena is 389 miles (636 km). The easiest way to make the trip is to fly, which takes about an hour. Buses run from Medellín to Cartagena numerous times every day and are an economical way to go; you can expect at least 13 hours on the road. Private transfers are recommended over self-driving, though it can be an expensive option at this distance. Read more
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