SALSA, COFFEE AND FLOWERS // 9 NIGHTS – 10 DAYS // Cali – Coffee Region – Medellin
Price per person from 29,606 MXN

SALSA, COFFEE AND FLOWERS // 9 NIGHTS – 10 DAYS // Cali – Coffee Region – Medellin

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29,606 MXN
Price per person
From
29,606 MXN
price per person

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Discover the Essence of Colombia: Salsa, Coffee, and Flowers

Embark on an unforgettable journey that takes you deep into the heart of Colombian culture. Our exclusive "Salsa, Coffee, and Flowers" tour offers a vibrant and authentic experience that spans three of Colombia's most iconic destinations: Cali, the Coffee Triangle, and Medellín. Immerse yourself in the infectious rhythm of salsa in Cali, savor the aroma of the world's finest coffee in the lush landscapes of the Coffee Triangle, and marvel at the beauty of flowers in the colorful Medellín. This tour is the perfect blend of music, flavor, and nature, designed to captivate all your senses.


Visiting

Day 1. (Friday) CALI
Day 1. (Friday) CALI

Arrival, assistance at the airport, and private transfer to the selected hotel. Overnight stay.

We suggest taking the optional tour to Buga.

Day 2 (Saturday) CALI – City tour with Cali salsa class
Day 2 (Saturday) CALI – City tour with Cali salsa class

Breakfast at the hotel. We begin the tour by immersing ourselves in music with a visit to the Grupo Niche Monument, a tribute to the legendary musical group. We will then walk along the charming Bulevar del Río, a place that offers stunning views of the mountains, where you can feel the pulse of urban life and appreciate the architecture of La Ermita Church and the Ortiz Bridge, until we reach La Merced Church, the birthplace of Cali, a place full of history and significance.

Afterwards, we will enter the charming Colonial Quarter of San Antonio, home to the second oldest church in the city, built in 1747. From here, you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view. We continue to the famous Gato del Río and the picturesque Parque las Novias del Gato, a place full of charm and mystery, with an intriguing history, before stopping at La Palabra Cali.

We will head to a cozy handicraft store, where you can purchase special souvenirs and enjoy a delicious snack typical of the region. We conclude the experience with a one-hour Cali salsa class, where you can learn about the characteristics and influences that have made this genre unique and significant to Cali culture.

Return transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.

Duration: 5 hours.

Includes: Transportation, hydration, snacks, Spanish-speaking guide, and 1 hour of class.

Not included: Lunch and personal expenses.

Day 3. (Sunday) CALI – Free day
Day 3. (Sunday) CALI – Free day

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day for optional activities and to enjoy even more of the city.

We suggest taking the Wine and Sugarcane Route (see options). Accommodation.

Day 4. (Monday) CALI – COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda)
Day 4. (Monday) CALI – COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by private vehicle to the coffee-growing region. Traveling approximately 4 hours, 211 km, you'll enjoy the beautiful landscape and coffee plantations that characterize this beautiful region.

Arrival and welcome at the selected hotel. Overnight stay. We suggest taking the Santa Rosa Hot Springs tour

Day 5. (Tuesday) COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda) – Cocora Valley and Salento
Day 5. (Tuesday) COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda) – Cocora Valley and Salento

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by private vehicle to the Cocora Valley, appreciating the beautiful landscape. We will enter the town of Salento beforehand. Upon arrival, we will have a welcome cocktail (canelazo) and receive assistance from a specialized Cocora eco-guide who will introduce us to the Cocora Nature Reserve. We will then walk to the palm forest where we will appreciate the biodiversity of the local fauna and flora. We will then take the ecological trail to the tallest wax palm in the world and the national symbol. We will then perform the Quindío wax palm ritual, which involves learning about the history of how the indigenous people worshipped this palm. We will then continue with the planting of palm seedlings. Transfer to the typical Salento village where we will have a walking tour visiting its colonial streets, artisan workshops, and the Cocora viewpoint. At the agreed-upon time, we will receive assistance and transfer to our destination. Duration: Approximately 8 hours.

Departure: 8:00 AM

Includes: Private transportation, a professional tour guide in the selected language, a welcome cocktail (Canelazo) and hydration, a regular ecological hike, a wax palm ritual, and an introduction to the destination by a local eco-guide.

Not included: Lunch and horseback riding or activities within the sites visited.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a hat, and clothing suitable for temperate weather.

Day 6 (Wednesday) COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda) – Free day
Day 6 (Wednesday) COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda) – Free day

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day for optional activities and to enjoy even more of the city.

We suggest taking the Coffee Processing tour at the hacienda (see options table).

Day 7. (Thursday) COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda) – MEDELLIN
Day 7. (Thursday) COFFEE GROWING AREA (Quindío or Risaralda) – MEDELLIN

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by private vehicle to the city of Medellín. This journey takes approximately 5 hours, covering 245 km and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Arrival and welcome at the selected hotel. Overnight stay. We suggest taking the tour to Santa Elena

Day 8 (Friday) MEDELLIN – History of Transformation Tour
Day 8 (Friday) MEDELLIN – History of Transformation Tour

Breakfast at the hotel. Just over 20 years ago, Medellín was one of the most dangerous cities in the world. Until the beginning of the new millennium, the struggle to succeed Escobar continued, but since 2002, Medellín has changed. Smart local politicians began investing heavily in infrastructure and public education—clearly successfully. Today, the “City of Eternal Spring” is one of the most innovative cities in the world. Join us on a tour of Medellín's history and present. Learn more about the transformation of this fascinating metropolis.

Learn about the city's transformation while using the country's most innovative transportation system. Visit downtown Medellín. Explore the escalators in Comuna 13 and their impact on the community. Learn what the people of Medellín think about their city's history.

Duration: Approx. 4 hours.

Departure: 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM.

Difficulty Level: None

Includes: Private transportation, professional tour guide in the selected language, metro and metro-cable car transportation, and refreshments.

Recommendations: Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a hat, and clothing suitable for temperate weather.

Day 9 (Saturday) MEDELLIN – Free day
Day 9 (Saturday) MEDELLIN – Free day

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day for optional activities and to enjoy even more of the city.

We suggest the Guatapé and Piedra del Peñol tour.

Day 10. (Sunday) MEDELLIN
Day 10. (Sunday) MEDELLIN

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from the hotel to the airport for your return flight to your next destination.

Guide languages

Español

Meeting point

Aeropuerto Internacional Alfonso Bonilla Aragón - Cali - Colombia
Day 1: Cali
Day 2: Cali
Day 3: Cali
Day 4: Cali, Armenia
Day 5: Armenia
Day 6: Armenia, Pereira, Colombia
Day 7: Pereira, Colombia, Medellin
Day 8: Medellin
Day 9: Medellin
Day 10: Medellin

RATE CONDITIONS

• Rates do not apply to high season: Easter, recess week, fairs and events within cities.

• Prices subject to change without prior notice and availability at the time of booking. • This circuit operates with a minimum of 2 people. If you need it for only one person, it is necessary to request a quote.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

✓ Land transfers between cities Cali – Armenia or Pereira – Medellin in private service without a guide.

✓ Daily breakfasts in each of the cities.

✓ Local guide for each of the tours in Spanish.

CALI

✓ Airport – hotel transfer in private service

✓ 3 nights – 4 days of accommodation in the chosen hotel.

✓ Visit to the city with Cali salsa class

COFFEE REGION

✓ 3 nights – 4 days of accommodation in the chosen hotel

✓ Tour to Salento and Cócora Valley

MEDELLIN

✓ 3 nights – 4 days of accommodation in the chosen hotel.

✓ History of Transformation Tour

✓ Hotel – airport transfer in private service

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Airline tickets.
  • Optional Activities offered at the destination
  • Excess baggage
  • Personal expenses.
  • Services not specified.
  • Hotel insurance (not mandatory)
  • Traveler assistance card and/or travel insurance.
  • Tips.


Possible accommodations

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