Welcome to your next great adventure!
Get ready for the trip of a lifetime through one of the world’s most exhilarating (and underrated) countries!
Visit the tranquil highlands of Colombia’s famed coffee region, where you’ll uncover the charming, gentle side of this fascinating country. Stay in a beautiful Colombian hacienda with delicious home-cooked cuisine and learn the secrets of roasting the perfect blend on a tour of a working coffee plantation.
Fall in love with Salento’s relaxed vibe and be mesmerised by this stunning region’s towering wax palm trees and vibrant green countryside.
Experience the vibrant cities of Bogota & Medellin, and head to the coast for the grand finale in the oh-so-romantic Cartagena, the Caribbean gem!
Your adventure’s itinerary
Put on your walking shoes and prepare your taste buds, you’re about to embark on a trip of a lifetime! Click each day below to see details of what you’ll get the chance to experience, to learn where you’ll be staying, and what delicious adventures you’ll encounter.
Saturday, 24th May 2025
Meals Included: Dinner
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Bogota! Situated at 2644 metres, Colombia’s lofty capital is a charming, yet hectic, mix of old and new.. With a wealth of cosy cafes, interesting museums and old churches, cosmopolitan Bogota is full of surprises. Your adventure begins with an orientation walk of Candelaria at 3pm. Please look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask the hotel reception where your group will be meeting.
There will be a formal welcome meeting for the whole group where we’ll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information, so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader. After the welcome meeting, your leader will take you to a local restaurant for dinner shared with your fellow travellers, setting the stage for an undoubtedly unforgettable experience ahead!
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Accommodation:
BH Bicentenario Hotel
Special information:
Due to Bogota’s elevation, we recommend taking it easy on your first couple of days while you get used to the altitude.
Sunday, 25th May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, immerse your senses in the flavors and colours of Colombia on a visit to the famed Paloquemao Market, home to Bogota’s biggest selection of exotic fruits, fresh vegetables and food stalls – perhaps indulge in a delicious Arepa (Colombian-style tortilla).
Around lunchtime take a short flight (1 hour) to the coffee region and transfer (approximately 40 minutes) to the beautiful village of Salento. Take the time to stroll through its quaint streets and admire the colours of ‘paisa’ architecture at its best. For some local food, trout is the way to go. Colombia’s national sport, tejo, is a popular activity in Salento. Think bocce with gunpowder!
This evening, try your aim at this fun activity with the group – made even better with a beer in hand!
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Accommodation:
Beta Town Salento Hotel
Monday, 26th May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel by jeep out to the magnificent Cocora Valley, home of the towering wax palm (Colombia’s national tree).
Spend the morning walking among the region’s incredible scenery. The walk does have some steep and slippery sections, so you’ll need good walking shoes as well as plenty of water. A generous boxed lunch will be provided.
If you’d rather take it easy, you can explore the valley as you please, then take a jeep back to town. Later, travel deep into Colombia’s coffee region for a two-night stay in a traditional coffee estancia, where you’ll have a unique opportunity to learn first-hand about this wonderful bean.
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Accommodation:
Hacienda Venecia
Tuesday, 27th May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Thanks to its tropical altitude and fertile volcanic soil, Colombia is one of the world’s largest coffee producers.
You’ll get to know this addictive little bean a whole lot better on a guided tour of the coffee plantation and processing centre. Dig into the history of the plant, learning the inside story of the industry that’s long buoyed the country’s economy. See how the beans are grown, harvested, processed, dried, roasted and ground, and then sample firsthand what all the fuss is about.
You’ll try different types of coffee grains and get a lesson on preparing different types of coffee, finishing it all off with a steaming cup of freshly brewed joe.
Afterwards, relax amid the estancia’s beautiful surroundings of sloping green hills and valleys.
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Accommodation:
Hacienda Venecia
Wednesday, 28th May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you’ll travel to Medellin, along the way you will have time to admire the beautiful landscapes the coffee region has to offer. After a long day of driving you may like to relax at the hotel or stroll around Provenza neighbourhood.
Accommodation:
Hotel Masaya
Special information:
There are major roadworks on the road to Medellin, this can cause lengthy delays and make for a slow travel day, so take plenty of water and snacks for the journey. This road is also very winding so if you are prone to motion sickness it is recommended you prepare for this by speaking to your doctor before travel about travel sickness medication.
Thursday, 29th May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Medellin and its surrounds during a cable car ride up to Santa Elena. Sail up the mountain over brick houses, watching as the corrugated metal roofs give way to vistas of green valleys and forested peaks. Thanks to the elevation, things are usually a little cooler up here. Enjoy an included tour of a Flower Farm.
When back in Medellin partake in a barrio transformation tour to witness how the city is more than its dark history. Learn about Medellin’s extraordinary transformation and cultural and social evolution.
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Accommodation:
Hotel Masaya
Friday, 30th May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is a free day for you to explore Medellín on your own or join an option activity.
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Accommodation:
Hotel Masaya
Saturday, 31st May 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Cartagena (approximately 1 hour), one of South America’s most historic cities where you’ll have free time to explore the old city. Explore Cartagena’s old city on a captivating walking tour. You will see the Clock Tower Gate, then wander through colorful plazas and narrow streets lined with colonial buildings and vibrant bougainvillea.
Walk along the ancient city walls, soaking in the rich history and charm of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at one of Cartagena’s most iconic restaurants, Café del Mar, with your leader and travel mates to celebrate this great adventure in Colombia.
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Accommodation:
Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia
Sunday, 1st June 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experience the best of Cartagena with a full-day Rosario Islands tour aboard a speedboat. Enjoy a scenic cruise, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, and a delicious lunch. Return to Cartagena by late afternoon, leaving some time for an invigorating salsa lesson in the evening. Dive into the rhythms of Colombia with a one-hour lesson that promises to spice up your evening.
Cap off the day with a memorable dinner with your group at Palo Santo Restaurante (or a similar venue) for a delicious farewell dinner, ensuring a perfect conclusion to your Colombia adventure.
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Accommodation:
Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia
Monday, 2nd June 2025
Meals Included: Breakfast
With no activities planned for today, your adventure comes to an end after breakfast. If you wish to spend more time in Cartagena, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.
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Complete the form below to request a spot on the upcoming Colombia Adventure with Very Hungry Nomads, taking place in Colombia from May 24th to June 2nd 2025.
Price: $2,690 USD per person (twin share; Single Supplement available at an additional fee)
This Booking Request Form will submit your application to our booking partner Intrepid Travel, who will then contact applicants with a payment form on a first come first served basis.
Please note that your spot is not confirmed until you have paid the deposit ($400 USD) via Intrepid Travel.
Please ensure the accuracy of all of your contact details (e.g. email address, social media accounts, phone number) as these are how our booking partner will contact you to book and confirm your spot.
