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Budget-Friendly Colombia Adventure

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Day 1: Exploring Bogota

Bogota, Colombia on April 12, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at La Puerta Falsa

Start your day with traditional Colombian breakfast at La Puerta Falsa, known for its delicious tamales and chocolate.
Walk from your accommodation or take a short taxi ride.
10 USD, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit La Candelaria

Explore the historic neighborhood of La Candelaria, filled with colorful streets, street art, and colonial architecture.
Walk from La Puerta Falsa, it's a short distance.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at La Puerta de la Catedral

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch at La Puerta de la Catedral, offering tasty Colombian dishes.
Walk from La Candelaria or take a short taxi ride.
15 USD, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit Gold Museum

Immerse yourself in Colombia's history at the Gold Museum, showcasing impressive pre-Columbian gold artifacts.
Walk from lunch spot, it's nearby.
5 USD, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Paloquemao Market

Experience local flavors at Paloquemao Market with a variety of food stalls offering affordable meals.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the market.
10 USD, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: More of Bogota

Bogota, Colombia on April 13, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at La Bolera

Try Colombian empanadas and fresh juices at La Bolera to start your day.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation.
8 USD, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Monserrate

Take a cable car or hike up Monserrate for panoramic views of Bogota and visit the iconic church at the top.
Take a taxi to the cable car station or use public transportation.
5 USD, 3 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at La Macarena

Enjoy a meal at one of the local restaurants in La Macarena neighborhood, known for its trendy vibe.
Take a taxi or public transportation to La Macarena.
12 USD, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Botero Museum

Visit the Botero Museum to admire the works of Fernando Botero, Colombia's most famous artist.
Walk or take public transportation to the museum.
3 USD, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Andres Carne de Res

Indulge in a lively dinner experience at Andres Carne de Res, a popular Colombian restaurant with a unique atmosphere.
Take a taxi to the restaurant.
20 USD, 2 hours
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Day 3: Medellin Arrival

Medellin, Colombia on April 14, 2024

Morning

Travel to Medellin

Take a bus or flight from Bogota to Medellin. The journey takes around 1-1.5 hours by flight or 8-10 hours by bus.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the airport or bus station.
50 USD (flight) or 20 USD (bus), Varies

Afternoon

Check-in at Accommodation

Settle into your accommodation in Medellin and relax after the journey.
Take a taxi from the airport or bus station to your hotel.
30 USD, 1 hour

Evening

Dinner at Mercado del Rio

Experience Medellin's food scene at Mercado del Rio, a trendy food market with various dining options.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the market.
15 USD, 2 hours
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Day 4: Exploring Medellin

Medellin, Colombia on April 15, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hija Mia Cafe

Start your day with a cozy breakfast at Hija Mia Cafe, known for its delicious coffee and pastries.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation.
10 USD, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Comuna 13

Take a guided tour of Comuna 13, a vibrant neighborhood known for its street art and community transformation.
Join a tour group or take public transportation to Comuna 13.
20 USD (guided tour), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Restaurante Hacienda

Enjoy a traditional Colombian lunch at Restaurante Hacienda, offering local specialties.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the restaurant.
15 USD, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Parque Arvi

Visit Parque Arvi for a nature escape, take a gondola ride and explore the lush surroundings.
Take public transportation to Parque Arvi.
5 USD, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at El Poblado

Head to El Poblado, a trendy neighborhood, for dinner at one of the local eateries.
Take a taxi or public transportation to El Poblado.
10 USD, 2 hours
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Day 5: Cartagena Arrival

Cartagena, Colombia on April 16, 2024

Morning

Travel to Cartagena

Take a flight from Medellin to Cartagena. The flight takes around 1-1.5 hours.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the airport.
80 USD, Varies

Afternoon

Check-in at Accommodation

Check-in to your hotel in Cartagena and unwind after your flight.
Take a taxi from the airport to your hotel.
25 USD, 1 hour

Evening

Dinner at Plaza Santo Domingo

Enjoy a delicious dinner at Plaza Santo Domingo, a bustling square with various dining options.
Walk or take a taxi to Plaza Santo Domingo.
20 USD, 2 hours
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Day 6: Discovering Cartagena

Cartagena, Colombia on April 17, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Mila Pasteleria

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Mila Pasteleria, known for its pastries and coffee.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation.
12 USD, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Old Town

Stroll through the charming streets of Cartagena's Old Town, filled with colorful buildings and historic sites.
Walk from breakfast spot, it's nearby.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at La Mulata

Savor a traditional Caribbean lunch at La Mulata, offering fresh seafood dishes.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to the restaurant.
18 USD, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit Castillo San Felipe de Barajas

Explore the impressive fortress of Castillo San Felipe de Barajas for panoramic views of the city.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the fortress.
8 USD, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at La Cocina de Pepina

Enjoy a delicious dinner at La Cocina de Pepina, known for its authentic Colombian cuisine.
Take a taxi to the restaurant.
25 USD, 2 hours
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Day 7: Back to Bogota

Bogota, Colombia on April 18, 2024

Morning

Travel to Bogota

Take a flight from Cartagena to Bogota. The flight takes around 1-1.5 hours.
Take a taxi or public transportation to the airport.
90 USD, Varies

Afternoon

Check-in at Accommodation

Check back into your accommodation in Bogota for a final night in Colombia.
Take a taxi from the airport to your hotel.
30 USD, 1 hour

Evening

Farewell Dinner at Andres DC

End your Colombian adventure with a lively farewell dinner at Andres DC, a famous restaurant in Bogota.
Take a taxi to the restaurant for a memorable dining experience.
30 USD, 3 hours
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