BE SEDUCED BY THE MAGIC Since its beginnings in 1992, Voyage Colombia has been fully committed in offering the best tourism services,with tailor-made excursions for each individual who travels to Colombia,seeking a truly unique experience. Colombia s magic can be experienced through a range of distinctive features, of which its astonishing natural sceneries, mind-blowing adventures extending from the top of the Cocuy glacier in the Andes Mountains, to the charming seven colored waters in the Caribbean island San Andres, blend in perfectly with the warm Latin culture,creating an unforgettable journey designed just for you. We invite you to explore and dive into each journey this diverse catalogue has to offer, as you will surely find the perfect adventure you have always dreamed of!
Bogotá Experience As the capital of Colombia, Bogotá is the first destination that welcomes all visitors, with its diverse and multicultural charm. This metropolis is one of the highest capital cities in South America with approximately 2,650 meters above sea level. BOGOTÁ, CLOSER TO THE STARS!
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Optional Activities
Salt Cathedral in Zipaquirá Zipaquirá is the former center of salt production of the Muisca Indians. Here you will find one of Latin America's wonders: a gigantic cathedral built inside a salt mine - the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. It consists entirely of salt and belongs to the largest religious buildings in the world. It was opened in honor of the patron saint of the miners. You will find a beautiful artistic collection of salt and marble sculptures in a calm religious environment. Duration : 6 Horas 6
The Gold Museum This World famous museum is a must see while visiting Bogota. The museum displays a selection of Pre Hispanic gold work and is the biggest collection in the world. Together with other pottery, shell, wood and archaeological objects, it is a spectacular exhibition that show the visitors the life throughout different societies which inhabited in Colombia before having contact with the conquerors. Visit one of the most beautiful museums of Colombia and discover all the richness of the ancient indigenous communities. You will be amazed by this experience! Duration : 1 ½ Hour 7
Coffee Baptism After your visit to the gold Museum you will wake up your senses with this coffee tasting where you will become a Coffee Ambassador Committed to educate the consumer and convinced to be able to turn them into apostles of gourmet coffee, San Alberto has designed the Coffee Extravaganza. A coffee immersion into Colombia's most awarded single estate coffee. A delight for your palate that will present a new array of surprising new flavors. Duration : 25 min 8
Usaquén-San Pelayo Market Usaquen, was a small town that subsequently engulfed by the growing city of Bogota, San Pelayo is a flea up-scale market, where many high quality handicrafts can be found for a reasonable price. You can also find a great variety of food options and prestigious restaurants in the area. ADDRESS: Carrera 7 119b-33 Duration 6 Hours Usaquén still retains the air of the quiet town it was before being absorbed as a suburb of Bogotá in 1954. On the eastern side of the main square stands the church of Santa Barbara Usaquén, which dates back to the midseventeenth century. Walk through the narrow streets around it, buy crafts, and visit local bars and elegant restaurants serving traditional local or international food. http://www.tuhotelbogota.co/revista/fotografias-de-usaquen/ 9
Shopping Tour /Hacienda Santa Bárbara-Andino-El retiro If you love fashion and are familiar with the latest trends, then Bogotá is a destination that offers the best options, with shops of renowned local and international designers. Voyage Colombia will bring you to the best shopping malls with a variety of brands and unique boutique stores. Your bilingual guide will take you to the most famous shopping malls, such as Andino, El Retiro and Atlantis. You will also visit the beautiful Santa Bárbara where you will be amazed by the unique architecture. 10
La Candelaria Many buildings in the La Candelaria neighborhood, were built in colonial and Republican-era styles and have been declared properties of historical and cultural interest. There are around 500 artistic institutions, groups, museums, research centers, theaters, libraries, and universities in this area Walk through the beautiful historic downtown! Duration : 3 Hours
Botero Museum The Botero Museum is located in La Candelaria neighborhood in the historical and cultural downtown of Bogota. It hosts a large collection of works donated to Colombia by the artist Fernando Botero. This was done with the aspiration to support art and culture in Colombia where he was born. Duration : 2 Hours
Shopping Tour /Heritage In the north of the capital, the place where fashion seems to breathe on every corner, you will find a beautiful craft shop where contemporary design and cultural heritage is combined through handicrafts. You can find beautiful bags made by our artisans from the Wayuu community, with a technique similar to crochet weave their backpacks are unique in colors and designs. This exquisite store works hand in hand with 4 artisan Colombian communities: Wayuu community, Camsa community, Embera and Wounaan community. Each has unique craft skills; the Wayuu backpacks are beautifully made with amazing colors, the Wounaan uses ancestral techniques to manufacture the Werregues vessels or accesories that are made in cane, and Camsa and the Embera community work from beads to make colorful bracelets and other accessories for home. It will be an unforgettable experience where not only you can buy or appreciate these beautiful handmade pieces, but learn first-hand a little more of these indigenous cultures and along with it will be a lasting memory for the country of magical realism. Duration : 3-6 Hours Max 20 Participants /per session 13
Coffee Tour Voyage will take you to the most outstanding cafes of the capital, experts baristas at each site will teach you the secrets of this ancient beverage, a delicate tasting in a comfortable living room with the aroma of a freshly brewed cup of coffee will overwhelm your senses, and will take you to coffee crops themselves Alternative places Café Cultor - Bio Café azahar. gourmet BOURBON./ Varietale Café la Abadia Duration: 3 hours The cost is assumed by each person
The Orchist World You will have a nice experience with nature. In this park you will find more than 6 000 orchids with 1 300 meters of path. You will also have the chance to know basic facts about these flowers called queens of the air : background, how they grow, their relations with birds and insects, what types exist, their different names. You will besides discover an extended collection of heliconias, bromelias and ornamental plants. This visit will be an unforgettable experience and an opportunity to get excited about nature. Duration : 6 Hours
Lunch /Plaza de Andres /Santa Bárbara A fantastic colorful place to visit, where you will taste the typical Colombian cuisine. It is known for its traditional Colombian decoration that takes you back to the small villages of the old times. Lots of different stands offering different kinds of food under the same roof, creating an market atmosphere, that offers an unique dinner experience. 16
Lunch at Portico s restaurant In 1968, an old portico was used as inspiration to found near Bogotá a village of Iberian ancestors and create this iconic place. In this rural environment, you will have an unique experience, all in the outerskirts of the Capital of Colombia With more than 36 years of experience, El Portico is a well known restaurant and famous for its traditional recipes of the savannah region. The speciality " The Meat to La fragua " or Roasted beef with a traditional cooking methods, accompanied with potatoes or yucca. 17
Lunch /Restaurante Club Colombia A grand and gorgeous former home in the Cabrera district houses one of the very first establishments to offer cuisine from all Colombian regions. The décor is contemporary and stylish and their heated terrace is also a great option for colder days. This is an excellent restaurant for those seeking traditional dishes. Their weekend brunch is famous for their varied and generous offer of tropical fruit juices, arepas, tamales and empanadas.
Hotels
Option 1. The Orchids Hotel Location: Calle de los Amigos Carrera 5 No. 10 55 Website: www.theorchidshotel.com/bogota/es Option 2. Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia Location: Carrera 13 # 85-80 Website: www.sofitel.com/bogota
Option 3 -Hotel Viaggio Location: Carrera 9 # 113-07 Website: www.viaggio.com.co Enjoy unique spaces and design, in the northern business center of Bogotá: our new VIAGGIO Teleport. Boutique elegance in 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, Grand Loft apartments, gym, restaurant. Discover the wonders of a decoration inspired in Colombia's nature.
Villa de Leyva
Discover the Santo Ecce Homo Monastery, a ancient center of evangelization, the museum El Fosil with its fascinating collection of pieces or El Infiernito, an astronomical observatory in the middle of a desert. All three are fascinating sites! You also visit the picturesque village Villa de Leyva. It gives the impression of another world, which is full of stories. You encounter big windows, Moorish balconies and white facades. Get enchanted by the magic of this special and unique town.
Hotels
Option 1. Villa Posada San Antonio Location: Carrera 8 No 11-80 Website:www.hotellaposadadesanantonio.com Option 2. Hotel La Española Location: Calle 12 # 11-06 Website:www.hotelboutiquelaespanola.com
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General Information Theprogram includes All transfers, entrance fees and excursions as mentioned in the description Accommodation as mentioned in the description Local English-speaking guides Meals as mentioned in the description Breakfast (B)/ Lunch (L)/ Dinner (D) Theprogram does not include: Airfares and departure tax All drinks and meals which are not mentioned in the description Laundry services, local and international phone calls Personal expenses, tips and optional activities 27
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