Honeymoon Itinerary for Colombia

  1. Day 1: Bogotá City Tour
    Estimated distance and time from El Dorado International Airport: 18 km, 40 minutes

    Start your Colombian honeymoon in the heart of the country – Bogotá. Take a city tour and explore the impressive colonial architecture of the La Candelaria district, visit the famous Gold Museum to learn about pre-Columbian culture, and walk along the colorful streets of the historic center.

  2. Day 2: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
    Estimated distance and time from Bogotá: 50 km, 1 hour

    Visit the world-famous Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá – a unique underground church built inside a salt mine. Marvel at the impressive architecture and learn about the history and spiritual significance of this unique site.

  3. Day 3: Coffee Plantation Tour
    Estimated distance and time from Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá: 135 km, 2.5 hours

    Experience the Colombian coffee culture at a traditional coffee plantation. Take a guided tour of the fields, learn about the coffee-making process, and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee.

  4. Day 4: Tayrona National Park
    Estimated distance and time from Coffee Plantation: 490 km, 7 hours (including flight from Bogotá to Santa Marta)

    Fly to Santa Marta and head to the picturesque Tayrona National Park. Spend a day soaking in the sun on the pristine beaches, hiking through the lush jungle, and admiring the spectacular natural scenery.

  5. Day 5: Cartagena City Tour and Sunset Cruise
    Estimated distance and time from Tayrona National Park: 240 km, 4 hours

    Explore the charming colonial architecture of Cartagena's historic old town. Walk along the cobblestone streets lined with colorful houses and shops, and visit the famous Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas. End the day with a romantic sunset cruise around the bay.

  6. Day 6: Rosario Islands
    Estimated distance and time from Cartagena: 35 km, 1 hour

    End your Colombian honeymoon on a high note with a day trip to the beautiful Rosario Islands. Relax on the pristine beaches, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gold Museum admission (2 hours, $4)
  • Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá admission and tour (3 hours, $15)
  • Coffee plantation tour and tasting (4 hours, $25)
  • Tayrona National Park admission (1 day, $15)
  • Cartagena city tour and sunset cruise (6 hours, $75)
  • Rosario Islands day trip (8 hours, $60)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $194 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider spending a few days in the charming colonial town of Villa de Leyva, or taking a hot air balloon ride over the scenic Colombian countryside. If you have less time, skip the coffee plantation tour or the Rosario Islands and spend more time exploring Bogotá or Cartagena.

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