Upon arrival to Bogota transfer to the hotel. Bogota is a modern capital city with stand-out cultural, intellectual and social draws as well as rich colonial heritage.

After breakfast start in on the private tour to the historic center known as La Candelaria. Old “casonas” (grand houses marked Spanish influence) with iron windows, thick wooden doors, balconies and internal patios and gardens line the ancient streets. La Candelaria unfolds around the Plaza Bolivar, named after Simon Bolivar, El Libertador. Originally called Plaza Mayor, it was used for civil and military events and as a marketplace, bull ring and execution platform.
The cathedral beside the square (on the land where Bogota’s first church was built in 1539) holds weighty collection of liturgical, textile and ornamental objects collected over four centuries. Next to it is the Capilla del Sagrario, known for its superior architecture, and nearby is the Capitolio, built between 1847 and 1926. Influenced by Ionic, Neoclassical and Renaissance styles, it is made of white stone built by several generations of stonemasons. The central area is occupied by the Salon Eliptico, where the meetings of congress take place. The wings house the current Camara de Representantes and Senate. Busts of former presidents as well as General Tomas Cipriano de Mosquera and Rafael Nunez (the composer of the national hymn) line the internal patio. The tour finishes up in the Palace of Justice.
From there, go to the Museo Botero home to the artwork of Picasso, Renoir, Dali, Matisse, Monet and Giacometti, to name a few (donated by the artist Fernando Botero and others). After that, head to the Museo del Oro whose collection features nearly 34,000 gold objects and 20,000 in stone, ceramic, textiles and precious stones from the Quimbaya, Calima, Tayrona, Sinu, Muisca, Tolima, Tumaco and Magdalena cultures. The Museo de Oro's collection is considered one of the most meaningful and substantial collections of its kind—worldwide.
Afternoon at leisure. (If possible, it is recommended to check out another city museum)
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Take flight from Bogota to Riohacha. Riohacha, founded in 1526 (with the name Nuestra Senora de la Nieves), is a small, quiet town on the narrow bay of Boca de Camaron. Set off on a private 37-mile road trip to the salt marshes of Manaure, large salt pools that change color. Sometimes they're white. Sometimes they're purple. Sometimes they're somewhere in-between. After that, visit Uribia, where one can take a break and check out local craftsmanship, from hammocks to hand bags. Then, continue on a dirt road that runs parallel to the railway (used by the trains that transport coal from the mine to the port of Bolivar, where it is exported on cargo ships). Beyond the railway, the road goes into the desert. Now and then, pass cacti and Wayuu housing. Arrive in Cabo de La Vela and check-in at the hostel. Afterwards, have a typical lunch and later on, be taken to Playa del Pilon de Azucar to enjoy the stunning La Guajira sunset at the lighthouse. ...read less

After breakfast, travel North towards the northern most point of Colombia, Punta Gallinas. Pass through the experimental wind farm of Parque Eolico situated 3 km from Puerto Bolivar. Located in Bahia Portete in the Alta Guajira, this is the most important coal terminal in Latin America and one of the largest in the world. There will be a lunch break in Pusheo before heading off to the beaches at Bahia Honda. From there, take a boat and view the bay from the sea and also visit some other interesting locations such as the Punta Soldado and tres Islas. There are some fantastic opportunities for unique photography in this baron but beautiful location. ...read less

Morning at leisure. After breakfast, visit the beautiful beach called Punta Aguja where one can relax and enjoy views across the Colombian desert and onwards towards the Caribbean Sea. Return for a local lunch in Punta Gallinas which will be served at the Rancheria. In the afternoon, be taken to the lighthouse and afterwards a visit to the Taroa Beach which is famous for its unforgettable sunsets. This beach is the most northern point of South America. See the rolling sand dunes that fall directly into the sea and cherish the tranquility.
In the afternoon, after lunch, return to Riohacha and check-in at the hotel there.
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3-hour private transfer to Tayrona National Park after breakfast. Upon arrival check-in at Ecohabs, round, ecologically-friendly, two-floor cabins with thatched roofs (in the style of Tayrona Indian architecture). The rest of the day will be at leisure.

Day at leisure. One may want to go to the beach or take one of the excursions available in the park.

After breakfast, travel by car to Cartagena. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel.

After breakfast, set off on a private tour with a panoramic view of the city from the monastery and church of La Popa. Built in 1606 and perched on the area’s only noteworthy elevation, the church used to be known as “La Popa del Galeon” on account of its strong resemblance to the stern of a galleon.
Next up: a visit to the fortress of San Felipe de Barajas, built on the San Lazaro hill in order to defend the city from pirate attacks.
From there, head to the old town to visit the convent of San Pedro Claver and the artisan center in Las Bovedas. Afternoon at leisure.
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Day at leisure. An excursion to the Rosario Islands is recommended.

Day at leisure. Explore Cartagena.

After breakfast transfer to the airport for flight to Bogota, to take the flight back home or overlap with an add-on of one’s choice.