Andean & Caribbean Trails (ZCQ)

From: $1290 + Kitty

Overview

19 days between Quito and Cartagena or vice versa...

This adventurous journey takes in one of South America’s most fascinating and least-visited countries: Colombia. It's not your average tourist destination yet the country seems to have it all: idyllic Caribbean beaches, elegant colonial architecture and amazing Andean scenery. Journey the length of the country top to bottom, beginning by exploring the historic town of Cartagena – a World Heritage Site – stopping off to relax at the spectacular San Bernardo islands before having the chance to take part in numerous adventure activities around the beautiful lakeside setting at Guatape. Our travellers tell us that their favourite part of the trip (and unique to Dragoman) is a stay on a Fairtrade coffee plantation in the Zona Cafeteria, located high in the Andes amidst stunning mountain scenery, closely followed by enjoying the nightlife of Medellin and Cali (the latter with mobile discos!). This camping and hotel-based trip ends in Quito, the capital of Ecuador.

 
  • BOOK NOW!
  • From only $320 deposit
  • Trip Style: Overlanding
  • Comfort Zone Moderate
  • Physical Challenge Everyday Activities

FactfileTour Code: ZCQ

  • Vehicle:

    Overland vehicle
  • Accommodation:

     Mainly hotels, some campsites and camp homestay (3 nts) Upgrades from camping to rooms usually available on the road.
  • Route: Quito to Cartagena or vice versa...
  • Crew:

    2 crew, local guides as necessary
  • Extras: Pre and post trip accommodation and transfers

Next Departures

pdf download 05 Jun - 23 Jun 2013
Quito > Cartagena 		Limited $1290 BOOK
pdf download 19 Jun - 07 Jul 2013
Cartagena > Quito 		Limited $1290 BOOK
 
View all departures

Whats Included?

Optional Activities

Colombia

  • Visit the jaw dropping Santuario La Lajas on the outskirts of Ipiales

  • Overnight in the beautiful old town of Popayan

  • Visit to Sagrada Familia childrens project

  • Enjoy a night of traditional live Colombian music

  • Explore Manizales on a city tour

  • Stay On A Coffee Plantation Near Manizales

  • 2 Nights to explore the vibrant city of Medellin

  • Take a boat trip out to the spectacular San Bernardo islands for the day

  • 2 nights in vibrant Cartagena

  • Explore Cartagena on a guided walking tour

Ecuador

  • Overnight stay in historic Quito

  • Visit the equator at Mitad del Mundo

  • Overnight stay in the market town of Otavalo

  • Take a trip on El Telerifiqo, the world's second highest cable car

  • Visit the Museo De La Cuidad

  • Horseriding, rafting, biking or village tour around Otavalo

  • Explore Cali in the evening on a chiva bus

  • Learn to Salsa like a local

  • Enjoy Colombia’s best nightlife in Cali

  • Visit Cali Zoo, probably the best in South America.

  • Get wet at Cali's Water park!

  • Visit Museo Arqueológico la Merced, Cali's best museum.

  • Visit the Museo del Oro in Cali, with it's wonderful gold collection.

  • Explore a working Colombian coffee plantation

  • Cilmb the 644 steps to the top of El Peñón de Guatapé for spectactular views.

  • Waterfall treks around Guatapé

  • Hire kayaks to explore the lakes around Guatapé

  • Rent mountain bikes to explore Guatapé

  • Day trip to Santa Fe de Antioquia

  • Visit the Catedral Metropolitana in Medellin

  • Visit Medellin's beautiful Palacio de la Cultura Rafael Uribe Uribe

  • Relax and unwind on a stroll though the Medellin's gorgeous Botanical Gardens.

  • Visit the mudbaths at the Totumo Volcano

  • Go Diving Or Snorkelling Out To the Islas Del Rosario

  • Visit the historic Castillo San Fellipe

Comments

This is a truck based overland tour. The trip runs in both directions. Departures Quito to Cartagena are marked with an *. KITTY NOTE These are group funds paid on the road.

> View full list

 

 

Travel Website Development by Mr Zen.