Lost City of Colombia - 8 days
Lost City of Colombia - 8 days
Lost City of Colombia - 8 days
8 Days Starting in Santa Marta and ending in Goodbye Colombia
Visiting: Santa Marta, Paraiso, Turcol - Colombian Tourism, Casa de Alfredo, Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona, Colombia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1842/LCOC
Group Type:
Private
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
2 - 4
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
Not recommended for under 5yrs.
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
PRIVATE TREKKING HOLIDAY: Trek through lush jungle and local settlements to uncover Colombia's Lost City, overnighting in charming houses along the way. Climb the 1,200 stone steps which lead to the Ciudad Perdida, a fascinating site made up of stepped terraces carved into the side of a mountain. Top off your stay with some relaxation by the beach in Tayrona National Park.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Santa Marta
Location: Santa Marta
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to Santa Marta, the first stop on your Colombian adventure. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Santa Marta where you will be able to relax and freshen up before making the most of your free time for the rest of the day. Founded in 1525, Santa Marta was the first Spanish settlement in South America and has been nicknamed the ‘Pearl of America’ thanks to its stunning location. Take a wander through the city and see what you think of this legendary city.
Day 2 : Santa Marta – Adan’S Camp
Location: Santa Marta
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Santa Marta - Adan's House. Now the real fun begins as Day 2 marks the start of your hike that will eventually take you all the way to the Ciudad Perdida (Lost City). You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven for 2 hours before arriving at the outskirts of the jungle. From there you will be driven for another hour along a bumpy road to the settlement of Machetepelao, the start of the trekking route. You will trek for a total of around four and a half hours, stopping along the way to take a dip in the El Machete River and to admire the verdant jungle. Your final stop for the day is Adan’s house, the home of a former colonist.
Day 3 : Paraiso Camp
Location: Paraiso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Adan's House - Gabriel's House. Time for a hearty breakfast as you are about to embark on a six hour hike through some of Colombia’s most beautiful deep forest. Roughly halfway through today’s hike you will pass through Mutanyi, a meeting town of the Koguis people. Here, you will have the chance to interact with the locals in order to learn more about their community, history and traditions. This is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a unique culture. In the evening, you will have the opportunity to take a dip in the nearby Rio Buritaca before heading to dinner and then to bed in colonist Gabriel’s House.
Day 4 : Lost City (Ciudad Perdida)
Location: Turcol - Colombian Tourism
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Numake Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Paraiso Camp - The Lost City - Numake Camp. After an early breakfast, you are back on the road and the first challenge of the day presents itself in the form of 1,200 stone steps, which lead to the much anticipated Lost City. Built by the Tayronas between 500 and 700 AD, the Ciudad Perdida is around 800 years older than Peru’s Machu Picchu and was probably the capital of the region at the time. The site comprises 169 stepped terraces, which have been carved into the side of the mountain, a series of tiled roads and some small circular plazas that show the harmony between the Tayrona civilisation and nature.
In 1972 the city was discovered by treasure hunters and is now a major archaeological site. Once you have finished exploring everything the ancient city has to offer, it’s time to head back to Paraiso camp to freshen up and have some lunch. After lunch, you continue trekking back to Numake Camp where you spend the night.
Day 5 : Adan Camp
Location: Casa de Alfredo
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Adan Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Rumualdo's House - The Lost City - Gabriel's House. After an early breakfast, you are back on the road and the first challenge of the day presents itself in the form of 1,200 stone steps, which lead to the much anticipated Lost City. Built by the Tayronas between 500 and 700 AD, the Ciudad Perdida is around 800 years older than Peru’s Machu Picchu and was probably the capital of the region at the time. The site comprises 169 stepped terraces, which have been carved into the side of the mountain, a series of tiled roads and some small circular plazas that show the harmony between the Tayrona civilisation and nature.
In 1972 the city was discovered by treasure hunters and is now a major archaeological site. Once you have finished exploring everything the ancient city has to offer, it’s time to head back to the camp to freshen up and have some lunch. After lunch, you begin a five hour trek back to Gabriel’s House.
Day 6 : Santa Marta
Location: Santa Marta
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Adan Camp - Santa Marta. you will make your way back to the Mamey region. After lunch you will be transferred back to the hotel in Santa Marta and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 7 : Tayrona National Park
Location: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona, Santa Marta
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Santa Marta - Tayrona National Park - Santa Marta. This morning you will be met at the hotel where you will start a walking tour to Arrecifes within Tayrona National Park. Sitting on the Caribbean coast, this park is a national treasure and encompasses pristine beaches, picturesque forests and a huge variety of flora and fauna. Howler monkeys and iguanas are just two of the numerous animals that can be spotted here.
You can enjoy a swim in the Caribbean Sea at the many beaches you may stop at today. Soak up some sunshine and enjoy the beach, the choice is yours.
Day 8 : Goodbye Colombia
Location: Colombia
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today marks the end of your Colombian adventure. After breakfast and hotel check-out you will be transferred to Santa Marta airport for your onward travel.
What's Included
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7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
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8 nights Standard accommodation in Santa Marta. Simple accommodation whilst trekking. Upgrade to Superior or Deluxe accommodation in Santa Marta is available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
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Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 8
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Services of local English-speaking specialist guides and trekking guide for trek to the Lost City
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Entrance fees to all sites and activities as described in the itinerary
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All relevant transfers and transportation
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Trek to the Lost City on a shared excursion
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
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Laundry, drinks and items of a personal nature
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4 and 3 star hotels
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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