Colombia Tours
Jungle adventures and white beaches
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Why Embark on a Colombia Tour?
Colombia is a country with many facets. Enclosed by Panama in the north, Venezuela and Brazil in the east and Peru and Ecuador in the south, the republic awaits you with a wealth of unforgettable sights and excursion destinations. During your individual adventure, explore interesting metropolises such as Bogotá, Medellín and Cartagena and learn more about Colombia's colonial era.
Stroll through small alleys and narrow streets in colourful Colombian villages, discover old monasteries and churches amidst the breathtaking landscape or visit the mystical statues of San Agustín. White sandy beaches on crystal clear waters and wild, picturesque national parks as well as the green coffee plantations of Colombia will take your breath away. Let yourself be enchanted by the countless beautiful landscapes and the hospitality of the Colombians. Less
Itinerary Inspiration for Your Colombia Trip
The Best Events to Visit in Colombia
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Home fo the Barranquilla Carnival
The fun-loving Colombians love to celebrate, so there are numerous festivals throughout the year. Between February and March, visit the magnificent Barranquilla Carnival, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Since 2003, the celebration even belongs to the UNESCO cultural heritage. Also worthwhile is the Festival Iberoamericano de Teatro between March and April, the world's largest theatre festival. In the course of it, performers, actors and theatre groups from all over the world come together.
What to Do During Your Colombia Trip?
1. Coffee Zone
Colombia's unique geography makes the country perfect for growing the highest quality coffee. The mild, Colombian coffee is world-famous and one of the most popular coffees. Visit the idyllic Coffee Zone region, learn about the process of growing coffee, and see how it is processed. All the while, you'll be surrounded by the breathtakingly beautiful coffee countryside with its lush green hills.
2. Santa Marta
The port city of Santa Marta in northern Colombia is the gateway to Tayrona National Park and Ciudad Perdida, an ancient rediscovered ruined city in the middle of the jungle. Santa Marta was founded in 1525 by the Spanish conquistador Rodrigo de Bastidas, making it the oldest city in Colombia. It is located at an altitude of about 4,265 feet in the Sierra Nevada Marta, the second highest coastal mountain range in the world. With its colorful houses and its location directly on the water, Santa Marta is without a doubt one of the most beautiful port cities in the world.
3. Tayrona National Park
From tropical beaches and dry forests to the higher cloud forests and the Sierra Nevada with its snow-capped peaks, Tayrona National Park will amaze you. In addition to its cultural heritage, Tayrona is also known for some of the most beautiful beaches on the coast and an incredible variety of wildlife - hundreds of species of mammals and birds make their home in the park.
4. Tierradentro
The National Archaeological Park of Tierradentro is located in the southwest of Colombia and is an exciting and unforgettable highlight on any trip to Colombia. The park is home to all the famous monumental shaft and chamber tombs of the Tierradentro culture, the largest and most elaborate tombs of their kind. A visit here will give you a deep insight into the history of the country. Less
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