8 days in Colombia Itinerary

Nestled between rising hills in a narrow valley, Medellin serves as an energetic melting pot of people from all socio-economic classes.

Medellin is known for sightseeing, parks, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, get outside with Outdoor Activities, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Botanico de Medellin, and glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Medellin is an approximately 21-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 9 hours traveling from Dubai to Medellin. In February in Medellin, expect temperatures between 82°F during the day and 64°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Bogota.

Colombia's heart and soul, Bogota has earned the nickname "Athens of South America" thanks to its abundance of universities, libraries, and lower-level schools.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Mon): stop by Bta Capital and then admire the masterpieces at Museo Botero del Banco de la Republica. On the 15th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the awesome beauty at Monserrate and then let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

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You can fly from Medellin to Bogota in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Medellin in February: high temperatures in Bogota hover around 69°F and lows are around 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Cartagena.

The site of the continent's first Spanish colony, Cartagena retains much of its colonial flavor thanks to a World Heritage-listed old town, encircled by old walls and protected by imposing fortresses.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Choco Museo, then contemplate the long history of Walled City of Cartagena, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities. On the 17th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa, don't miss a visit to Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, and then make a trip to Plaza de La Trinidad.

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Getting from Bogota to Cartagena by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Bogota in February: highs in Cartagena hover around 88°F, while lows dip to 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to fly back home.