7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Colombia

1. Day 1: Gold Museum in Bogotá
   30 minutes (10.5 km) by car from El Dorado International Airport, Bogotá

   Start your trip by exploring the rich history of Colombia’s gold artifacts. Don't miss the famous offering raft.

2. Day 2: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá
   1 hour 12 minutes (48.5 km) by car from Bogotá

   Visit the impressive underground temple and learn about the salt mining history of Zipaquirá.

3. Day 3: Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour in Medellín
   35 minutes (15.3 km) by car from José María Córdova International Airport, Rionegro

   Take a tour of the street art in Medellin's Comuna 13 showcasing its transformation from violence to culture and drive on the only public escalators in Colombia.

4. Day 4: Relax in San Andres Island
   2 hours 30 minutes (775 km) by plane from Medellín

   Enjoy the sun and sea in one of Colombia's beautiful Caribbean islands. Snorkel in its crystal-clear waters, visit the Blowhole and Johnny Cay is a must.

5. Day 5: Cartagena Old Town
   1 hour 20 minutes (133.3 km) by plane from San Andres Island

   Explore the colourful streets of Cartagena's Old Town that inspired the movie "Love in the Time of Cholera."

6. Day 6: Tayrona National Park
   5 hours 30 minutes (227.8 km) by car from Cartagena Old Town

   Take a dip in the turquoise waters and relax in one of the most beautiful national parks in Colombia. Cabo San Juan and the Pueblito Ruins are highly recommended.

7. Day 7: Coffee Farm Tour in Salento
   5 hours (315 km) by car from Tayrona National Park

   End your trip by experiencing the best coffee in Colombia. Take a tour through Salento's lush mountains and learn about coffee production.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gold Museum (2 hours, £5)
• Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá (4 hours, £18 including transportation by bus)
• Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour (3 hours, £11)
• San Andres Island (3 days, £250 including transportation by plane, accommodation, and activities)
• Cartagena Old Town (2 days, £130 including transportation by plane, accommodation, and activities)
• Tayrona National Park (2 days, £60 including transportation, entrance fee, and accommodation)
• Coffee Farm Tour in Salento (4 hours, £25)

Total Estimated Costs: £499

Useful Tips

If you have more days to spare, try visiting Barichara, exploring Guatapé, or hiking through Cocora Valley. If time is limited, San Andres Island and Coffee Farm Tour may be dropped. Remember to bring light and comfortable clothes and prepare for long drives or flights. Make sure to book accommodations and activities in advance especially during peak season, and always keep your valuables safe.