Colombia, Land of Salsa

7 D/6 N

Bogotá, Cali, Medellín

Culture, Fun, Salsa

Day 1: Bogotá

After clearing customs and immigration at El Dorado International Airport you will be met and assisted on your transfer to the selected hotel. Remainder of the day on own to relax or explore the surroundings of your hotel. Later today enjoy your first Class of Salsa with a professional teacher.

Back to the hotel, your evening will be at leisure. Overnight in Bogota.

Day 2: Bogotá

After breakfast depart on comprehensive tour of the city that will show you the highlights of the Colombian capital.  See the Plaza de Bolivar, the historical center of Bogota surrounded by Colombia’s Primary Cathedral, National Capitol, Archbishop’s Palace, Palace of Justice, Liévano Palace – greater Bogota City Hall – passing by the Palace of Nariño, official residence of the head of State, Palacio de San Carlos and residence and Government seat of Simón Bolívar. Visit the Gold Museum, that displays a great collection of Hispanic and Pre-Colombian world jewelry crafted in gold and tumbaga (an alloy of gold and copper). Then walk through the Candelaria quarter, declared a national monument, with its steep, narrow streets, mansions and balconies which are the heritage and the living memory of colonial architecture.

Afternoon at leisure to relax. Later your guide will meet with you to take you to a typical Salsa club.

Overnight in Bogota (B)

Day 3: Bogotá, Cali

After breakfast, depart Bogota for your flight to Cali.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon your local guide will pick you up to take you to a Salsa school to perfect your dancing skills. Later tonight, depart to your Salsa Club Tienda Vieja with your tour guide

Overnight in Cali (B)

Cali, founded in 1536, can be explored on foot: walk under the shade of trees along the riverbank, admire the architecture of churches and other national monuments, and visit the city’s many museums. In Cali, travelers can enjoy music festivals, learn about sugarcane farming, and take in the mountainous landscapes.

Cali is known as the World Capital of Salsa due to the cheerful nature and the passion that the Calenos dance this frenetic rhythm. Salsa dancing may seem difficult, especially when it’s performed by master pairs and dance groups that have spent years perfecting their movement, coordination, and speed. There are numerous opportunities in Cali for visitors to try this energetic dance, as there are a number of dance academies and schools offering lessons tailor-made for beginners.

Day 4: Cali

Day at leisure to explore Cali on own, or to take another Salsa Class.

Get ready for an incredible dinner and Salsa Night at Delirio or Ensalsate

Overnight in Cali (B/D)

Day 5: Cali, Medellín

At agreed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Bogota with connection to Medellin.

Medellín, capital of Antioquia department, has a pleasant climate of around 75°F; offers modern transport systems like Metro and Metro Cable, and an efficient infrastructure which has allowed it to host world-class events. Located in a valley surrounded by mountains, this city is always friendly to visitors. In 2012 the city won the title of “City of the Year”: a competition organized by the US newspaper Wall Street Journal and the Citi Group. Known by Colombians as ‘The City of the Eternal Spring,’ Medellin was chosen for its progress, potential, “rich culture and impressive strides in urban development

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel to check in

In the afternoon your tour guide will show you the highlights of Medellin.

Start at El Poblado, head to ‘La Milla de Oro’, which is the financial sector of the city. Here we will find the Square ‘Parque de El Poblado’ where the City was born. The next stop will be at the Sculptures’ Square, just outside of Museo de Antioquia to admire the twenty three statues donated to the city by Fernando Botero. In this area we will also see Palacio de la Cultura; a gothic style building that houses the Hotel Nutibara – the first luxury hotel in the city, constructed in 1945. Finally After a short stop at the los Pies Descalzos square, go up the hill of Cerro Nutibara to visit the life-sized replica of a typical village of the region called Pueblito Paisa. There you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city) and the surrounding mountains. Overnight in Madellin (B)

Day 6:  Medellín

Day at leisure to relax and explore Medellin on your own.

Later today depart for your Salsa Class.

Evening at leisure to dance Salsa with the locals at a Salsa club (B)

Day 7:  Medellín

Day at leisure. At agreed time transfer to the airport to board your flight , or to your next destination (B)

Package includes:

• 2 nights’ accommodation in Bogota at hotel of preference
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Cali at hotel of preference
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Medellin at hotel of preference
• Round trip transfers and all tours with English speaking guides
• All tours, activities and classes are a combination of shared and private basis with English speaking guides/teachers
• All entrance fees to attractions and clubs
• Daily breakfast, 1 dinner
• All hotel taxes

Packages do not include:

International or domestic air tickets

Early check-in, late check-out

Services and food not listed in the itinerary

Beverages during the meals

Hotel extras, and personal expenses.

Tips for guides, drivers, and in restaurants