Medellin & Cartagena, Colombia
The ideal trip to explore Medellín and Cartagena, two of Colombia’s key cities, from $1,000 per person.
Highlights
Cartagena de Indias
Comuna 13 (Medellín)
Medellín city experiences
Included
+International flights (US — Medellín; Cartagena — US)
+In-Country flight: Medellín — Cartagena
+Accommodation (6 nights)
+All transfers
+Breakfast
+Graffiti Tour to Comuna 13 — ~3 hours; moderate effort; morning start.
+Panoramic Chiva Tour in Cartagena — ~3.5 hours; moderate effort.
+Sunset cruise (Sibarita Express) — ~1.5 hours; light effort; departs from La Bodeguita dock.
Not Included
+Tips
+Any services not listed in the "Included" section
+Drinks
+Drinks
Payment Terms
+At the time of booking, 60% of the total is due.
+The remainder (40%) of the balance is due 30 days prior to departure.
+For the deposit and subsequent payments, we will send you a payment link.
+We do not accept cash payments.
+Solo traveler supplement: ~$290
Full Itinerary
Day 1 — US to Medellin
Arrive at your departure airport and fly to José María Córdova Airport (Medellín). Transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay in Medellín.
Day 2 — Medellin
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided Graffiti Tour of Comuna 13 to learn about the neighbourhood’s transformation and local culture. Optional coffee plantation tour available in the afternoon (extra cost).
Day 3 — Medellin (free day)
Free day to explore independently. Optional full-day excursion to Peñol Rock and the colorful town of Guatapé (includes boat trip and lunch).
Day 4 — Medellin to Cartagena
Breakfast, then flight to Cartagena. Transfer to hotel and free time to discover the city.
Day 5 — Cartagena
Breakfast. Morning panoramic Chiva tour across Bocagrande, Castillogrande and Manga, finishing at Castillo de San Felipe and strolls in the walled city. In the afternoon/evening enjoy a sunset cruise (Sibarita Express) with cocktails.
Day 6 — Cartagena (free day)
Free day. Optional island beach trips: Isla del Encanto (Barú) or Tierra Bomba (Baia Bella Beach Club). Note: You may book only one of these optional activities.
Day 7 — Cartagena to US
Breakfast and transfer to Cartagena airport for your return flight home.
