7-Day Cultural and Nature Exploration Itinerary in Colombia

Day 1: Explore Bogotá

Bogotá, Colombia on June 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at La Puerta Falsa

Start your day with traditional Colombian breakfast dishes like tamales and hot chocolate at this historic eatery open from 7am to 5pm.
COP15000, 1h

9:30am

Visit Museo del Oro

Explore Colombia's rich pre-Columbian history through an exquisite collection of gold artifacts. The museum opens at 9am and closes at 6pm.
COP4000, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Andrés Carne de Res DC

Enjoy a festive atmosphere with authentic Colombian cuisine and live music; open from 12pm to midnight.
COP40000, 1.5h

2:00pm

Stroll through La Candelaria

Wander Bogotá’s historic district to see colonial architecture, street art, and vibrant plazas.
Free, 2h

4:30pm

Cable Car up Monserrate

Take the cable car up to Monserrate for panoramic views of Bogotá, open from 5am to midnight.
COP22500, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Club Colombia

Dine on upscale regional Colombian dishes in a charming ambiance, open from 7pm to 11pm.
COP60000, 1.5h
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Day 2: Salt Cathedral Visit

Zipaquirá, Colombia on June 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Bogotá hotel

Enjoy a quick breakfast at your hotel before departure for Zipaquirá.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Zipaquirá

Travel approximately 1.5 hours north to the town of Zipaquirá to visit the famous Salt Cathedral.
COP20000 (transport), 1.5h

10:30am

Tour the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá

Explore the stunning underground cathedral carved out of salt, open from 9am to 5pm. A unique spiritual and architectural marvel.
COP55000, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Doña Mela

Taste traditional Colombian dishes in Zipaquirá’s town center, open from 11am to 3pm.
COP20000, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Zipaquirá town

Walk around the colonial town’s plazas and streets, enjoying local shops and cafes.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Return to Bogotá

Drive back to Bogotá to prepare for next day’s travel.
COP20000 (transport), 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at El Cielo

Experience innovative Colombian cuisine in an upscale dining experience, open until 11pm.
COP85000, 2h
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Day 3: Historic Villa de Leyva

Villa de Leyva, Colombia on June 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Bogotá

Eat breakfast and prepare for road trip to Villa de Leyva, about 3.5 hours away.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Villa de Leyva

Enjoy scenic drive to historic colonial town known for its cobblestone streets and large plaza.
COP50000 (transport), 3.5h

12:00pm

Lunch at Mercado Municipal

Try local food specialties in an authentic market setting, open daily from 10am to 5pm.
COP20000, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Villa de Leyva Plaza Mayor

Visit one of the largest town squares in Colombia, lined with colonial buildings and cafes.
Free, 1.5h

3:00pm

Visit Casa Terracota

See the famous 'Pottery House' made entirely from clay, open from 9am to 5pm.
COP12000, 1h

4:30pm

Walk to El Fossil Museum

Discover fascinating fossils of a marine reptile embedded in stone, open 9am-5pm.
COP10000, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at El Rincón de la Cofradía

Enjoy traditional Antioquian dishes with a cozy atmosphere, open 6pm to 10pm.
COP30000, 1.5h
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Day 4: Medellín City Highlights

Medellín, Colombia on June 28, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast and departure

Have breakfast and catch a morning flight to Medellín (approx 1 hour).
COP80000 (flight), 1h

9:30am

Ride Metrocable to Santo Domingo

Take Medellín’s cable car to learn about urban renewal and admire city views, service runs 5am to midnight.
COP2500, 2h

11:30am

Visit Plaza Botero

View oversized sculptures by Fernando Botero in the city center, always accessible.
Free, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hacienda - Junin

Enjoy typical Paisa dishes at this popular restaurant, open 11am to 10pm.
COP30000, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Museo de Antioquia

Learn about regional art and history with Botero’s works. Opens 10am to 6pm.
COP18000, 2h

4:30pm

Walk through Pueblito Paisa

Visit a replica traditional Antioquian village on Cerro Nutibara with panoramic views.
COP3000, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Carmen Medellín

Sample modern Colombian cuisine in an elegant setting, open 7pm to 11pm.
COP70000, 1.5h
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Day 5: Guatapé Day Trip

Guatapé, Colombia on June 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Medellín hotel

Prepare for day trip and enjoy breakfast at your accommodation.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Drive to Guatapé

Travel about 2 hours east to the town famous for its colorful buildings and El Peñol rock.
COP40000 (transport), 2h

10:30am

Climb El Peñol Rock

Ascend 740 steps for breathtaking lake views. Open daily 8am to 6pm.
COP18000, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at La Fogata

Relax with lakeside dining featuring fresh trout, open 12pm to 5pm.
COP25000, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Guatapé town

Walk through the vibrant streets with uniquely decorated zócalos on each building.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Return to Medellín

Drive back to Medellín to prepare for evening.
COP40000 (transport), 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Oci.Mde

End your day with refined dishes and great cocktails, open 7pm to 11pm.
COP65000, 1.5h
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Day 6: Cartagena Old Town

Cartagena, Colombia on June 30, 2025

6:00am

Early flight to Cartagena

Catch a morning flight from Medellín (about 1.5 hours).
COP95000 (flight), 1.5h

8:30am

Breakfast at Mila Pasteleria

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee in Cartagena’s walled city, open from 7am.
COP15000, 1h

9:30am

Walk City Walls and Plaza Santo Domingo

Explore historic fortifications and bustling plazas with street vendors and cafes.
Free, 2h

11:30am

Visit Castillo San Felipe de Barajas

Tour Cartagena’s impressive fortress, open 8am to 6pm.
COP25000, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Restaurante Candé

Experience traditional coastal Colombian cuisine and live music, open 12pm to 10pm.
COP40000, 1.5h

3:30pm

Visit Palace of the Inquisition

Discover colonial history and artifacts in this famous museum, open 10am to 6pm.
COP25000, 1.5h

5:30pm

Relax at Café del Mar

Enjoy cocktails while watching sunset on the Caribbean Sea, open until midnight.
COP30000, 2h

8:00pm

Dinner at La Cevichería

Savor fresh ceviche in this iconic restaurant featured by Anthony Bourdain, open until 10pm.
COP40000, 1.5h
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Day 7: Rosario Islands

Rosario Islands, Colombia on July 1, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel Cartagena

Fuel up early for a day of island adventure.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Boat tour to Rosario Islands

Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride to the beautiful coral islands with snorkeling and beach time, tours generally start at 8am and return late afternoon.
COP120000, 6h

2:00pm

Lunch on the islands

Fresh seafood and tropical fruits served amid beautiful surroundings during the tour.
Included in tour, 1h

3:00pm

Relax and snorkel

Swim among coral reefs and enjoy pristine beaches before heading back.
Included in tour, 3h

6:00pm

Return to Cartagena

Boat ride back to Cartagena, enjoy evening at leisure.
Included in tour, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurante 1621

Treat yourself to gourmet Caribbean dishes in a luxurious colonial setting, open 7pm to 10pm.
COP80000, 1.5h
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